Essentials of Management, The

Before founding his successful consultancy, Maynard Leigh, Andrew Leigh worked as a senior manager in both the public and the private sectors. He has spent several years as a features writer for The Observer and an established author, his previous books include: Charisma, Your and Your Job (OUP); 20 Ways to Manage Better (CIPD); Effective Change (CIPD); Perfect Decisions; The Ultimate Business Presentation book; Perfect Presentations; Perfect Communications and Perfect Leader (Random House Business Books).

“A great all rounder… it would also be useful as a refresher for a more experienced manager.”Karen McArthur, MCMI, Category Judge, CMI Management Book of the Year Award 2012  “This book delivers powerful management insight and would be a useful reference tool for any aspiring manager.”Christina Sage, MCMI, Category Judge, CMI Management Book of the Year Award 2012

• Part 1 Manage Self 1         Cultivate emotional intelligence 2         Listen actively 3         Deliver under pressure 4         Communicate with impact 5         Network 6         Build your personal brand Part 2 Manage Others 7         Show leadership 8         Generate team working 9         Manage your boss 10     Promote engagement 11     Coach for results 12     Negotiate successfully 13     Handle problem people Part 3 Manage the Organisation 14     Manage change 15     Make decisions 16     Inspire meetings 17     Encourage creativity and innovation  18     Select and recruit 19     Show Integrity 20     Encourage diversity Last Word Sources