Management


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The essential book on management from the man who invented the discipline now completely revised and updated for the first time.




Management


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Management is an organized body of knowledge. "This book," in Peter Drucker'swords, "tries to equip the manager with the understanding, the thinking, the knowledge and the skills for today'sand also tomorrow's jobs." This management classic has been developed and tested during more than thirty years of teaching management in universities, in executive programs and seminars and through the author's close work with managers as a consultant for large and small businesses, government agencies, hospitals and schools. Drucker discusses the tools and techniques of successful management practice that have been proven effective, and he makes them meaningful and easily accessible.




Delegating Effectively


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With forty well-structured and easy to follow topics to choose from, each workbook has a wide range of case studies, questions, and activities to meet both the individual or organization's training needs. Whether studying for an ILM qualification or looking to enhance the skills of your employees, 'Super Series' provides essential solutions, frameworks and techniques to support management and leadership development.




Malik's Wheel of Effectiveness. Tasks and Tools for Effective Management


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Seminar paper from the year 2014 in the subject Business economics - Business Management, Corporate Governance, University of applied sciences, Nürnberg, language: English, abstract: Until the 1970s the view was widespread, management could be neither teach nor learn; it was more of an art to which one would be born. A successful manager should have special character traits and personality characteristics. In practice, this opinion has, however, not enforced. Peter F. Drucker and Fredmund Malik have introduced a new picture of effective management. Due to the fact, the basic requirements of effective management are independent of industry, country and culture they represent the perceptive that effective management can be learned by practicing and using the right tasks and tools. Therefore, Malik summarized all important elements like principles, responsibility, task and tool of effective management in one system named Standard Model of Effectiveness a.k.a. The Wheel of Effectiveness. This model serves as a guideline for manager for effective management. Figure 1 shows the Standard Model of Effectiveness by Malik.




Principles of Management


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Embark on a transformative journey through the foundational principles that drive effective management—a dynamic realm where strategy, leadership, and innovation converge to shape organizational success. "Principles of Management: Guiding Success in Business and Beyond" is a comprehensive guide that delves into the core principles and practices that empower managers to lead with purpose and excellence. Embracing the Art of Effective Leadership: Immerse yourself in the art of management as this book explores the timeless principles that define successful leadership. From planning and organizing to motivating and leading, this guide equips you with the knowledge to navigate complexities and achieve exceptional outcomes. Key Themes Explored: Planning and Strategy: Discover the significance of strategic planning and its role in achieving organizational goals. Organizational Structure: Embrace effective organizational design and structure to enhance efficiency and collaboration. Motivation and Team Building: Learn techniques to inspire and lead teams toward peak performance and collective success. Decision-Making: Master the art of informed decision-making to overcome challenges and seize opportunities. Innovation and Change Management: Explore strategies for fostering innovation and managing organizational change. Target Audience: "Principles of Management" caters to students, aspiring managers, professionals, entrepreneurs, and anyone interested in understanding the fundamentals of effective management. Whether you're embarking on a managerial career or seeking to enhance your leadership skills, this book empowers you to apply timeless principles in diverse organizational settings. Unique Selling Points: Real-Life Management Examples: Engage with practical case studies of successful management strategies in various industries. Leadership Styles: Explore different leadership styles and their impact on team dynamics and organizational culture. Ethical Management: Emphasize the importance of ethical decision-making and social responsibility in management. Adaptability and Resilience: Learn how to lead through change and uncertainty while maintaining organizational stability. Unlock the Keys to Effective Management: "Principles of Management" transcends ordinary management literature—it's a transformative guide that empowers you to lead with purpose and integrity. Whether you're striving to optimize team performance, drive innovation, or make strategic decisions, this book is your compass to achieving success in business and beyond. Secure your copy of "Principles of Management" and embark on a journey of mastering the principles that guide successful leadership and organizational excellence.




12: The Elements of Great Managing


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Based on the largest worldwide study of employee engagement and more than a decade of research, Gallup explains the 12 elements essential to motivating employees and features the inspiring stories of 12 managers who succeeded in these dimensions. More than a decade ago, Gallup combed through its database of more than 1 million employee and manager interviews to identify the elements most important in sustaining workplace excellence. These elements were revealed in the international bestseller First, Break All the Rules. 12: The Elements of Great Managing is that book’s long-awaited sequel. It follows great managers as they harness employee engagement to turn around a failing call center, save a struggling hotel, improve patient care in a hospital, maintain production through power outages, and successfully face a host of other challenges in settings around the world. Gallup’s study now includes 10 million employee and manager interviews spanning 114 countries and conducted in 41 languages. In 12, Gallup weaves its latest insights with recent discoveries in the fields of neuroscience, game theory, psychology, sociology and economics. Written for managers and employees of companies large and small, 12 explains what every company needs to know about creating and sustaining employee engagement.




College Success


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The Future of Industrial Man


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This is the only book by Drucker in which he systematically develops a basic social theory. He presents the requirements for any society to be functioning and legitimate, and then applies these general concepts to the special




Getting Things Done


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The book Lifehack calls "The Bible of business and personal productivity." "A completely revised and updated edition of the blockbuster bestseller from 'the personal productivity guru'"—Fast Company Since it was first published almost fifteen years ago, David Allen’s Getting Things Done has become one of the most influential business books of its era, and the ultimate book on personal organization. “GTD” is now shorthand for an entire way of approaching professional and personal tasks, and has spawned an entire culture of websites, organizational tools, seminars, and offshoots. Allen has rewritten the book from start to finish, tweaking his classic text with important perspectives on the new workplace, and adding material that will make the book fresh and relevant for years to come. This new edition of Getting Things Done will be welcomed not only by its hundreds of thousands of existing fans but also by a whole new generation eager to adopt its proven principles.




John P. Kotter on what Leaders Really Do


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Widely acknowledged as the world's foremost authority on leadership, the author provides a collection of his acclaimed "Harvard Business Review" articles.