Fixing Management: A Manager's Guide to Moving from Ineffective to Exceptional (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9798313506128)

Do you believe people are either born leaders or not?

I did so for many years, avoiding leadership roles and limiting my career until I started researching the topic and discovered what good management could look like. I've discovered that it is not some mysterious intuition that a few of us have. Effective management is reproducible and teachable!

This guide delves into real-world scenarios, offering timeless, actionable insights to navigate common managerial hurdles:

• Performance management: hiring, 1:1s, feedback, development plan, performance review, firing
• Influence: communication with DiSC, conflict resolution, motivation, stakeholders, managing up
• Team culture: psychological safety, interviewing, meeting etiquette, engagement
• Goals: OKRs, metrics, quarterly plan, project management, crises
• Self-management: resume, personal brand, impostor syndrome, time management
• Navigating the organization: business acumen, team building, mentorship

Each chapter presents a relatable short scenario and analysis of the demonstrated ineffectiveness. This is followed by practical solutions and expert advice based not on personal anecdotes but on decades of research and experimentation in various countries and cultures.

This advice will equip you with the tools to lead with confidence and competence. Whether you're a seasoned manager or new to the role, this book is your roadmap to effectiveness in building a thriving, high-performing team, leading to professional success and growth.