New Manager

Filled with practical advice and lessons, and backed by extensive research by Gentry and others, this book lays out the art, science, and practice behind learning and leading as a first time manager. Through first-hand accounts, stories, and other examples drawn from the experiences of first-time managers - including Gentry's own story of recently become a first-time manager himself - the book's practical, actionable content helps readers flip the old script, and write and live their new script.

Dr. Grow is dean of workplace sanity education for the Workplace Sanity Group; a team dedicated to improving interpersonal communication and effectiveness in the workplace. His PhD is in Educational Leadership with a focus on adult education and training and its application in organizational development. He has been overseeing both public and private operations for over 20 years. His work experience includes training and support team member and international program manager at Microsoft and organizational development manager on the West Coast for Green Mountain Coffee Roasters.

As a manager, you are prepared to face any challenge when it comes to the work at hand, but you may not be ready to overcome a hostile work environment, a catastrophic disruption in workflow, or any other of a multitude to challenges that can arise, seemingly from nowhere.

Master Project Management with Confidence – Even If You're New to the Role! Are you stepping into a project management role and feeling unprepared to lead projects, juggle timelines, or communicate with stakeholders? Do you struggle to turn theory into action while managing deadlines, people, and changing priorities? You’re not alone. Many new managers and first-time project leads face the same stress — managing expectations without the tools, training, or structure they need to succeed. But what if you had a clear, step-by-step guide that helped you go from uncertain to unstoppable? ...

Mel Robbins is back! The international bestselling phenomenon and creator of The Five Second Rule and Kick Ass with Mel Robbins returns to help you tackle the single biggest obstacle you face: fear. This life-changing Audible Original features a powerful mix of one-on-one life-coaching sessions and a personal narrative with vital take-aways that you can start using immediately.

Are you self-aware, rational, and pragmatic, yet still unable to achieve the results you want in your management, business or career? Success in business doesn’t solely depend on diligent planning, executing and ‘doing’. The ‘human factor’ plays a vital role in accomplishment and prosperity. As an executive or a business owner, your success depends first and foremost on your mental conduct. It’s not enough to learn tactical methods and techniques, or plan a strategy; in order to succeed in today’s competitive reality, you must first tackle your mental side and reprogram your ...

The Making of a Manager: The Proven Formula for 100% Performance and Success Master the Principles of Effective Management In today’s competitive business landscape, achieving tangible results is crucial for success. However, too many managers and business owners prioritize profits and outcomes while neglecting the well-being and development of their workforce. To make matters worse, many managers are promoted simply because they were excellent at their job—not because they were trained to lead. As a result, they lack the skills, strategies, and tools needed to be truly effective. The ...

Dive into the dynamic world of construction project management with the 2024 Student Edition of "Construction Project Management 101: For Beginners & New Graduates." The essential guide to navigating the intricacies of this highly lucrative and fast-paced field is finally here! Unlock the secrets of success as a new construction project manager, gaining insights into the daily duties that shape the industry. Authored by vocational career expert and 26-year construction veteran P.D. Mason, in collaboration with the Construction Education Alliance, this edition is tailored to enhance the ...

So you've been promoted from seller to sales manager. Now what? By best-selling sales author Deb Calvert, this book is a primer for first-time sales managers. Learn how to make your transition from seller to manager smoother, what a sales manager should prioritize for goals and objectives, how to hire sales superstars, driving productivity, leadership skills and more.

Richard Stearns became president of World Vision US in 1998 after spending the first half of his career as a successful executive at corporate giants such as Gillette, Parker Brothers, The Franklin Mint, and Lenox Inc. At World Vision, he inspired a culture of outcome-focused management. His leadership in calling the American church to respond to some of the greatest crises of our time - notably the HIV and AIDS pandemic and the global refugee crisis - challenged other Christian leaders to embrace a bold vision for compassion, mercy, and justice in their work.

Do you know how to lead a project that someone else started? You know taking over an existing project is not the same as starting from scratch. Despite a recent global survey revealing that 67% of projects finish with a different Project Manager that they started with, almost all Project Management methodologies and books assume a fresh project start. The reality is that few PMs have full control over the triple constraints (scope/quality, budget, and schedule) when joining an existing project team. Are you frustrated by PM books that assume that the PM has a blank canvas, when most of the ...

In a world where algorithms predict our next purchase and virtual meetings dominate our calendars, the essence of work has witnessed a tectonic shift. With this technological evolution, there has been a simultaneous transformation in our understanding of leadership and management. But have we truly grasped the nuanced changes, or are we being led astray by age-old myths and outdated narratives? In "Managing the Manager," we embark on a journey to dissect these misconceptions to understand the very fabric of work ethics in this new world. We delve into the layers of organizational change, ...

College student Ada has found the one thing that really revs her engine: Coffee. And she's found the perfect coffee shop in Perk Me Up. She likes the baristas, the other customers, and she especially likes their lattes. She likes it so much, she decides to apply for a job. But that's when the perfect brew turns cold. The owner of the place, Nate, is a real pain in the coffeepot. He's a bit older than Ada, a bit wiser, but a whole lot grumpier. But on top of those hunched, overworked shoulders is a big brain with big dreams. His secrets threaten to take the whole café down with him if he ...

No matter your sales targets, Modern Era Sales Leader offers a proven framework for excellence—every day. Drawing on modern insights from sales, client experience, and organizational behavior, this book provides practical strategies that teach you exactly how to develop effective teams, eliminate toxic environments, and hone the small behaviors that lead to above-average results. If you're struggling to elevate your sales team's performance, the problem isn't your ambition—it's your approach. Repeated failures aren't a sign of poor goals but of inadequate systems. Here, you won’t just...

Facebook VP Julie Zhuo remembers the moment when she was asked to lead a team. She felt like she’d won the golden ticket - until reality came crashing in. She was just 25 and had barely any experience being managed, let alone managing others. Her coworkers became her employees overnight, and she faced a series of anxiety-inducing firsts, including agonising over whether to hire an interviewee, seeking the respect of reports who were cleverer than her and having to fire someone she liked.

Si has sido nombrada recientemente para un puesto directivo con algunos años de experiencia en tu haber... puede que te cueste acostumbrarte a que tus compañeros te llamen "jefa". Sin embargo, no debes tener miedo de asumir funciones de liderazgo: te has ganado todo el derecho a superarte y además, tu jefe ha notado algo excepcional en ti, así que no te subestimes.

Now that you are recently promoted, do you know what it takes to be an outstanding new manager? In this no-nonsense, powerful audiobook, you are put on an overdrive mode to make a smooth transition from being an employee to managing employees.

If you're a new manager who wants to know the secrets of new managers, challenges in the workplace, and being a good boss, then you're about to discover how to avoid the mistakes of being a new manager right now! In fact, if you want to know how to become a better boss, then this new kindle book - "10 Biggest Challenges of Being a New Manager" - gives you the answers to 10 important questions and challenges every a new manager faces, including: - How do I get people to work with me? - What are some things to avoid as a new manager? - How to I be friendly with people without being friends? -...

Kickstart your next product management role with Every Product Manager's First 90 Days: A Workbook For New Product Managers! You just got hired! Congrats! Now what? It takes most new product managers six to eight months to reach full productivity. Most companies and managers don't have onboarding training designed specifically for product management. This means you would spend half of your first year haphazardly gathering the bits of information you need to be an effective product manager. Every Product Manager's First 90 Days is the solution to this problem. With over 40 interactive ...

It’s time for you to take control! Here is the manager book that offers everything you ever needed to know about leading with inspiration and motivation. Being a top-notch manager these days is no joke. It’s what separates the teams that just get by from the ones that succeed. Leveling up your leadership skills is not easy. But don’t sweat it because this guide has got your back. It’s packed with effective leadership tactics from professionals as well as all kinds of eye-opening tips. With this new manager book, you’ll have the ammo you need to tackle any managerial roadblocks in ...