Rules and Tools for Leaders
From Developing Your Own Skills to Running Organizations of Any Size, Practical Advice for Leaders at All Levels
$37.86
- Paperback
256 pages
- Release Date
25 September 2013
Summary
Rules and Tools for Leaders
This is a fully revised, updated, and reorganized edition of a classic management handbook. It offers insightful and useful advice that avoids the flavor-of-the-month management theories that are long on speculation and short on practical application.
The book never loses sight of the big picture of how any company should operate, providing useful and time-tested advice that can be implemented immediately to the benefit of the entire organization.…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9780399163517 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-10: | 0399163514 |
| Author: | Perry M. Smith, Jeffrey W. Foley |
| Publisher: | Penguin Putnam Inc |
| Imprint: | Perigee Books,U.S. |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 256 |
| Edition: | 4th |
| Release Date: | 25 September 2013 |
| Weight: | 249g |
| Dimensions: | 229mm x 152mm |
What They're Saying
Critics Review
“Perry Smith and Jeff Foley have it right when it comes to effective leadership.
“Perry Smith and Jeff Foley have it right when it comes to effective leadership. It is all about a transformational journey that begins with understanding yourself that gives you perspective, which then leads to one on one leadership and developing trust. Then you’re ready for team leadership and building community. The final step is organizational leadership with a focus on creating a performance culture. Read Rules & Tools for Leaders and begin your journey to effective leadership.”—Ken Blanchard, coauthor of The One Minute Manager® and Leading at a Higher Level
“This is simply one of the most thoughtful and practical leadership guides you will find anywhere. It is packed with actionable tips on everything from transitions, integrity and strategic planning, to hiring, counseling and rewarding associates. Also includes several checklists that leaders can use periodically to make sure they are on-track. Indeed, this is a book you may decide to keep close at hand for many years.“—GovLeaders.org
About The Author
Perry M. Smith
About the Authors
Major General Perry M. Smith, U.S. Air Force (Ret.)
A graduate of the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, Major General Smith holds a PhD in international relations from Columbia University. During his thirty years in the Air Force, he commanded an F-15 fighter wing in Germany, served as the Air Force’s top planner, and was the Commandant of the National War College. He has served in leadership positions in four nonprofits, including as secretary of the board of the Congressional Medal of Honor Foundation. He has extensive experience as a motivational speaker, workshop leader, and military analyst for both national and local media.
Brigadier General Jeffrey W. Foley, U.S. Army (Ret.)
A graduate of the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, Brigadier General Foley holds a master’s degree in computer systems from the Air Force Institute of Technology and a master’s degree in national security policy from the National Defense University. Having served for more than thirty-two years in the Army, he is now an independent consultant and a frequently requested motivational speaker and leadership development facilitator. In addition, he has become an active member of the boards of numerous nonprofit organizations, both local and national.
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