Monday Morning Leadership is a story that can help your career! Everyone likes a good story, especially if there are lessons that can be immmediat...
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Jun 03, 2010
Nick
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If you're thinking this doesn't seem like my style, you're right. But I recently got promoted at work to be the direct manager of some people I was formerly on a team with. I'm excited about it, but also nervous about doing a good job of it. Although I've managed people before (in college activities for instance), this is the first time I've done it in the working world, and somehow it seems totally different. It was odd--I didn't feel nervous about it until it was publicly announced, even thoug
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Jul 25, 2011
Omar
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This book tells the story of Jeff – a manager who wishes to improve his professional career and seeks the aid of a mentor – Tony Pearce. The consequent 8 Monday morning mentoring sessions are retold in this book.
A very easy, enjoyable and educative read, full of management/leadership gems. Highly recommended.
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1- “Be A Driver – Until you accept total responsibility – no matter what – you will not be able to put More...
A very easy, enjoyable and educative read, full of management/leadership gems. Highly recommended.
Below are the key learnings – as excerpted from the book:
1- “Be A Driver – Until you accept total responsibility – no matter what – you will not be able to put More...
Dec 16, 2009
Naresh
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Quick Read---took me one night and it taught me alot regarding proactive leadership...DEFINITELY read this if you feel like you could grow as a leader or just want some mojo. Will make you into a better manager if anything.
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Dec 31, 2008
Nicole
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My brother recommended this. I read it really fast and loved it. A good quote for me was to, "fail faster and more often. Failure is a prelude to success." I am always trying to do things perfectly and it frequently shuts me down. I love leadership books, in fact totally intrigued by them.
Dec 17, 2010
Scott
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Must read for all managers. Read in one standing (family was on travel and I woke up early, so I read it standing in the bathroom so I didn't wake up the rest of the family).
I've encouraged all managers that work for me to read this.
I've encouraged all managers that work for me to read this.
Feb 15, 2011
Jason
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I really wish business writers would quit trying to be novelists in secret. The information in this book is great, the plot and outline are frustrating because of the ridiculous narrative in which it is delivered.
Jun 10, 2011
Peggy
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I thought this book was concise and yet had valuable information. Read it for a training class but was an easier read than I originally thought. Has some good topics.
Jan 27, 2009
Dan
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Super quick read. Not very deep nor very original...but some good, simplified nuggets and some ideas about facing common leadership/managerial issues at work.
Jan 04, 2011
Jim
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I read this looking while looking for books to read as a group at work. I think that all managers/supervisors should take the time to read this one.
Jul 28, 2010
Vaughn
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A one-night read that teaches the importance of understanding what the 'main thing' is. Probably worth a spot on your book shelf.
Aug 05, 2011
Annabelle
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A great book! A quick, easy read which would definitely help managers and their employees to communicate.
Dec 04, 2008
A leadership/management fable, similar in style to FISH! Practical tips in leading your team.
Aug 03, 2011
Caroline
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A bit too simple for me, but a light read and a good reminder of basics.
Jul 07, 2009
Terri
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use this for managerial guidance.... soooo useful! Plus it's short. haha
Jul 11, 2011
Tony
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Favorite quote in first 20 pages: if you want to be extraordinary, the first thing you need to do is stop being ordinary.
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Jun 13, 2011
Erica
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This book was written simply, which is both a benefit and a curse. The principles were excellent, and the book was easy to digest, but the writing was simplistic.
I would recommend it to others, but it doesn't make the top of my list.
I would recommend it to others, but it doesn't make the top of my list.
Nov 15, 2010
Susanne
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This book provides outstanding insight into how to become a more effective leader. Easy to read but yet profoundly impacting, this book inspires to action.
May 16, 2008
Natasha
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Very trite re-write of all the standard management principles.
It took me less than 2 hours to read the entire book, so if you want a fast read, then yeah, read this.
But I don't see how a book this superficial will actually help someone be a better manager.
It took me less than 2 hours to read the entire book, so if you want a fast read, then yeah, read this.
But I don't see how a book this superficial will actually help someone be a better manager.
May 31, 2010
Karen
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Like most books on management, this book is a little cheesy and the points seem obvious as first blush; however, it is a quick read and hits the key points for making the transition from managing to leading your team. I found it valuable.
Dec 05, 2008
Jennifer
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I started this book last spring and just finished it. It's got some excellent lessons for anyone who leads others. There are just a few main lessons with good analogies. Filling the bucket is just one of them!
Sep 21, 2008
Amy
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I absolutely love this book. It gives you great insight into a mentor/protege relationship. Straight-forward ideas and feedback are provided to help the protege build stronger leadership skills.
Sep 03, 2008
Karen
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Great book for sharing with others who also want to improve their leadership skills. Eight small chapters, each covering a different leadership topic, told in storybook format: excellent for discussion.
