Gower handbook of management skills

• Other Authors: Stewart, Dorothy M
• Format: Unknown
• Language: English
• Published: Brookfield, VT Gower 1998
• Edition: 3rd ed
• Subjects: Management
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• Physical Description: xxiv, 430 pages illustrations 24 cm
• Bibliography: Includes bibliographical references and index
• ISBN: 0566078899

This is practical book aimed at helping managers manage more effectively in the real world of business. The book is organized into three parts: managing yourself, managing other people and managing business. Part one deals with personal skills and includes chapters on self-development and information technology. Part two covers people skills such as listening, influencing and communication and the final part looks at finance, project management, decision-making, negotiating and creativity. Each chapter focuses on practical guidance and ends with a checklist of key points and suggestions for further reading.