Overview
You are the person in charge and you are very busy. So when it comes to further developing and refining your leadership skills, you need a quick guide that offers practical "Know-how" on the basics of running an organization: scheduling time; implementing a strategy; hiring and firing; counselling associates; dealing with crises. Rules & Tools for Leaders fits perfectly into the key executive's demanding lifestyle.Leadership expert Perry Smith has organized an enlightening handbook that is meant to be both read and used. Divided into two parts, each clear, concise chapter in Part One is packed with advice on how to become a more effective leader. This text covers everything from being the boss to dealing with the boss; from making a smooth transition into a new position to leaving a post with dignity; and from taking control of your schedule to sharing your power with able associates. The second part of Rules & Tools for Leaders provides a unique collection of checklists, guidelines, and rules of thumb that serves as a quick reference manual. Are you frustrated by your weekly meetings? Do you feel that company morale is down? Are you about to make a decision on a candidate for a top position? Do you have an upcoming interview with the media? Flip to the appropriate list when you want to double-check that you are remembering everything that counts. In addition, Rules & Tools for Leaders includes information on a number of leadership foundations and programs, and a suggested reading list.
The busy executive's schedule demands brief, but profound advice on a myriad of issues. If you want the best on leadership virtually boiled down into a no-nonsense private course that you can attend over and over again, Rules & Tools for Leaders is the book for you!