The First-Time Manager's Guide to Team Building

First published in 1981 and written by Loren B. Belker, the current (5th) edition has been updated by Gary S. Topchik in 2005 I very much like the style in which the book is written – easy and conversational. I also like the complete absence of “management speak” which is such a rarity in many moder......more

Like. If you are really interested in reading the ramblings of 3 old white dudes who contradict themselves on the regular and think they need to justify the value of emotional intelligence to their managerial audience, go for it. It's pretty outdated, particularly for startups and left-leaning tech......more

This may be my top managerial read! AND I have read quite a few! If someone asks me what book they should read to prep themselves to hire, train and manage a team - this is *THE* book. I found the information in this to be very helpful, and took SO.MANY.NOTES! My favorite note: "It is not to direct pe......more

I found a lot of this really interesting and relatable to work. Lots of interesting tips and advice on how to improve in my role at work. It will great to refer back to when I need to.......more

This book was a pretty good introduction to the art and science of management, but only really scratched the surface of what I suspect is needed to be successful as a manager. The topics were covered in a clear and organized way, and the book overall was very successful (if a bit dry). My only compl......more