Welcome to the exciting and challenging role of manager. You were a stellar team member, and now you’ve been rewarded—with a new position that requires a completely different set of skills. Unfortunately, far too many companies still use the “sink or swim” method of management training. This method assumes that everyone intuitively knows how to manage. They don’t. But help has arrived. With straight talk and clear action steps on everything from hiring and firing to motivating your team, The First-Time Manager will become your go-to resource as you navigate the realities of managing people. Don’t risk your career on trial and error. Trust the clear, candid advice in The First-Time Manager and hit the ground running. AUTHOR BIO Jim McCormick is founder and president of the Research Institute for Risk Intelligence, and the former COO of the nation’s fifth-largest architectural firm. A full-time speaker and organizational consultant, his clients include Accenture, Bank of America, FedEx, Hewlett-Packard, PepsiCo, and Verizon. He lives in Estes Park, Colorado, and holds an MBA from the University of California, Irvine. Transition successfully from team member to manager by shifting your focus from tasks to people. Know how and when to implement change to avoid undermining your effectiveness as a new leader. Delegate to grow your team’s confidence, build loyalty, and foster an environment of trust. Give praise using three simple steps to convey appreciation, value, and respect. The First-Time Manager The First-Time Manager: Sales The First-Time Manager: Leading Through Crisis For any first-time manager ✓ For first-time sales managers ✓ For any managers and leaders who want to level up their response to crises ✓
✔ Author(s): Jim McCormick
✔ Title: The First-Time Manager (First-Time Manager Series)
✔ Rating : 4.6 out of 5 base on (1684 reviews)
✔ ISBN-10: 1400233585
✔ ISBN-13: 9781400233588
✔ Language: English
✔ Format ebook: PDF, EPUB, Kindle, Audio, HTML and MOBI
✔ Device compatibles: Android, iOS, PC and Amazon Kindle
Readers' opinions about The First by Jim McCormick
Daphne Garner
I'm still in awe of the intricate plot and the way everything seamlessly came together. The twists kept me guessing until the very end. It's one of those rare books that leave a lasting impact.
Kara Snyder
I must confess, this book made me shed tears like never before. The themes of love, loss, and resilience struck a chord with my soul. It was an emotional journey I'm grateful to have taken.
Rosa Bax
The world created in this book was unlike anything I've ever encountered. The author's imagination knows no bounds, and I was completely mesmerized by the fantastical setting.
