Common Sense Supervision: A Handbook for Success as a Supervisor

by Roger Fulton, Fulton

COMMON SENSE SUPERVISION is a practical manual for people who are new or experienced in supervisory positions. Written in a clear non-nonsense style, the book outlines the responsibilities of a supervisor and shows how to make the workday work.

96 pages, Paperback

First published November 1, 1988

Reviews

[Sheri · Rating 4 out of 5]

Exactly what the title states in plain direct language. Clear and simple explanations advise on the qualities that lead to success and thereby winning the respect, confidence, and loyalty of subordinates. Ideas are sometimes restated again in slightly different ways and from a different perspective allowing the reader/learner to consider how thoughts and actions impact results in terms of morale, relationships, and preventing and handling problems.

Super short directions make this a fast, to-the-point read, and an easy reference point when a challenging situation may have you down and even questioning your ability. Relevant quotes supplement each direction and three appendixes simplify the do's and don'ts of supervision, and outline common mistakes of new supervisors.

A handy refresher of commons sense points that we all know but sometimes lose sight of in the day-to-day demands and stresses of the job.

"Leadership is action, not position."

[Meghan · Rating 5 out of 5]

I like it. Easy for anyone to understand, hence the title. Good quotes. I will fondly put this on the shelf to reference later.