Rules of Management

Introduction Managing your team * Get them emotionally involved * Know what a team is and how it works * Set realistic targets no, really realistic * Hold effective meetings ...*... No, really effective * Make meetings fun * Make your team better than you * Known your own importance* Set your boundaries * Be ready to prune * Offload as much as you can or dare * Let them make mistakes * Accept their limitations * Encourage people * Be very, very good at finding the right people * Hire raw talent* Take the rap * Give credit to the team when it deserves it * Get the best resources for your team * Celebrate * Keep track of everything you do and say * Be sensitive to friction * Create a good atmosphere * Inspire loyalty and team spirit * Have and show trust in your staff * Respect individual differences * Listen to ideas from others * Adapt your style to each team member * Let them think they know more than you (even if they don't) * Don't always have to have the last word * Understand the roles of others * Ensure people know exactly what is expected of them * Have clear expectations * Use positive reinforcement motivation * Don't try justifying stupid systems * Be ready to say yes * Train them to bring you solutions, not problems Managing yourself * Work hard * Set the standard* Enjoy yourself * Don't let it get to you* Know what you are supposed to be doing * Know what you are actually doing * Value your time * Be proactive, not reactive * Be consistent * Set realistic targets for yourself no, really realistic * Have a game plan, but keep it secret * Get rid of superfluous rules * Learn from your mistakes * Be ready to unlearn what works, changes * Cut the crap prioritize * Cultivate those in the know * Know when to kick the door shut * Fill your time productively and profitably * Have a Plan B and a Plan C * Capitalize on chance be lucky, but never admit it * Recognize when you're stressed * Manage your health * Be prepared for the pain and pleasure * Face the future

Whether you are new to management or an old hand, there is plenty of useful advice here .. The book is easy to read, concise and clear. It's great to read a management book that isn't full of dull case studies, or stupid buzzwords, just sensible advice. The Market, 2nd July 2011