{"product_id":"management-is-not-manipulation-anumita-bhattacharjee-9798303495883","title":"Management is NOT Manipulation: Beyond the Illusion: Authentic Leadership for Sustainable Success","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eManagement Is NOT Manipulation: Beyond the Illusion-Authentic Leadership for Sustainable Success\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIntroduction to a New Era of Leadership - \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eA Bold Challenge to the Status Quo\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis book dismantles the myth that manipulation is a necessary tool in management. From falsifying data to office politics and unsustainable business practices, manipulative tactics erode trust, destroy organizational culture, and lead to short-lived success. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCore Themes \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003e1. The True Purpose of Management\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManagement is not about control but about empowering people, driving innovation, and achieving collective goals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe book explores how leaders can inspire teams by aligning individual aspirations with organizational missions, creating a shared vision that fosters loyalty and motivation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cb\u003e2. Breaking Free from Manipulative Practices\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ci\u003eManagement Is NOT Manipulation\u003c\/i\u003e delves into the damaging effects of manipulation in organizations: \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eForging data leads to poor decisions, loss of stakeholder trust, and financial disasters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOffice politics undermines collaboration, increases turnover, and damages morale.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe book provides actionable strategies to replace manipulation with trust-building practices and ethical decision-making.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cb\u003e3. Leadership for a Sustainable Future\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeaders today must align their strategies with global sustainability goals such as the UN SDGs, ESG reporting standards (GRI, SASB, TCFD), and the principles of the Triple Bottom Line (People, Planet, Profit).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExamples from companies like Unilever, Patagonia, and Tesla showcase how integrating sustainability into leadership can drive profitability while addressing societal and environmental challenges.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cb\u003e4. Cultivating a Culture of Integrity\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA strong organizational culture rooted in integrity and maturity is critical for long-term success.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe book offers tools for conducting culture audits, identifying gaps, and building accountability systems to ensure alignment with core values.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLearn from real-world examples, such as Johnson \u0026amp; Johnson's \u003ci\u003eCredo\u003c\/i\u003e and Microsoft's transformation under Satya Nadella, to see how ethical leadership reshapes organizations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cb\u003e5. Redefining Talent Management\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eThe book introduces the FITT (Fund, Infrastructure, Technology, Talent) Business Model to optimize decision-making across key areas: \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoiding financial mismanagement by ensuring transparency in valuation and budgeting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBalancing online and offline infrastructure for strategic adaptability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEmbracing innovation to stay competitive in a disruptive market.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilding robust competency frameworks for recruitment, training, and retention.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePractical Tools and Frameworks\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e1. Balanced Scorecard for Real-Time Assessment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e2.. Net Promoter Score (NPS) and Voice of Customer (VOC)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e3.. GE-McKinsey 9-Box Framework for Talent Development\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eInspiring Leaders to Redefine Management\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e1. Leadership Without Office Politics\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e2. Ethical Governance for Long-Term Success\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e3. Embracing Continuous Learning and Innovation\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy This Book Matters\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether you are a CEO, HR professional, aspiring leader, or stakeholder, this book will challenge your perspective on management and equip you with actionable strategies to lead with purpose, authenticity, and impact.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eJoin the Movement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe time to redefine management is now. Together, let's build organizations that thrive through trust, transparency, and sustainability-delivering value for shareholders and employees, customers, communities, and the planet.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is your call to action. Let's move beyond the illusion and lead authentically for a better future.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Anumita Bhattacharjee,Mitash Bhattacharyya\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9798303495883\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Independently Published\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 12\/12\/2024\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 216\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.65lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.46d\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Anumita Bhattacharjee","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":48588073763071,"sku":"9798303495883","price":11.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/management-is-not-manipulation-anumita-bhattacharjee-9798303495883","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}