The Manager's Resource Handbook
Tools, Resources and Guides for Managers and Business Leaders. Real Advice from Real Bosses.
Earlier in the Management Success Series, we talked about integrity and the importance of being honest and open with your team. But as we discussed, we as managers cannot always fulfill promises no matter how hard we try. And while integrity can remain constant, the business environment can be difficult to navigate. We as managers can make mistakes, and that’s what makes
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So far in the Management Success Series, we discussed essentials like influence, visibility and employee development. There’s an old saying that not all managers are leaders, which is unfortunately true. Some people are put in managerial positions for which they are simply not suited. But the opposite is also true: good managers are good leaders. We look up to good leaders because
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Breaking News: Managers actually have two jobs! Previously in the Management Success Series, we talked about influence and visibility as key managerial traits. In Tip #3, we discussed common sense and the need to adapt amid a constant state of change. There’s an added layer of complexity that good business leaders and managers need to understand. Early in my career, I had a
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Managing a Virtual Staff If you are a manager who spends a lot of time on the phone with your employees who sit nine time zones away, you’ve come to the right place. These days, many managers find themselves responsible for employees overseas. Whether these employees report directly to you, or to a local in-country manager, the challenges of working with remote workers are
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