What To Do When You Become The Boss
In today's fast paced world with corporate restructuring, management shuffling, and employee's transferring from one office to another, the standard office hierarchy is no longer readily apparent. This is often not too big of a problem for the corporation or for the productivity of the office – it just takes a little while for everyone to re-settle into their roles and to begin working effectively again. However, what happens if you are suddenly transferred to another office AND given a promotion? What happens when you become the boss and have to make sure that everyone in the office is ok with you, your new role, and your management skills? If you have not been in a managerial role prior to this, it can be kinda scary. All of a sudden YOU are the one who is directing the work flow and making sure that the company stays productive.
Well, the new book by former senior manager Bob Selden, should be the first thing you consult upon your new position as boss. Taking the wisdom developed from managing banks to his last position as a senior manager responsible for the career development of hundreds of other managers, What To Do When You Become The Boss
One of the best parts about this book is that it is not written in standard management speak. That is, Bob uses plain language to ensure that all of the tidbits, advice, and kernels of wisdom can be absorbed. For example, in the beginning Bob outlines four basic learning styles that help identify how you – the new boss – learn the best. This is essential as Bob explains, because if you are an Activist learner you will learn – and manage – very differently then if you are a Theorist. Once you have figured out just what kind of learner you are, the next four sections of the book cover just what you need to know to become an effective – and well liked – boss. Ranging from how to properly work with a team, how to set standards for your employees, how to influence others, how to work with groups and teams in decision making, to how to delegate and beyond.
Honestly, What To Do When You Become The Boss
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2 comments:
There is a true art to management. Some have natural leadership and aptitudes for management but much can be learned.
I would agree H.A. Page, some have natural leadership skills while others don't. If you are a natural, then What To Do When You Become The Boss has some great pointers, but parts of it might be redundant. However, if you are not a natural, then this book can help make you one!
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