Management Recent Picks

April 2007

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Small is the new big: and 183 other riffs, rants, and remarkable business ideas, by Seth Godin.
"This is an intriguing piece that isn't organized like your typical book. It's very thought provoking, but it's not a step-by-step manual or something you can read front to back in a weekend that some may desire. You're not going to walk away after reading this with a laundry list of things to do that will propel you to another hemisphere professionally. You will likely have a lot of thoughts percolating in your brain that may seem far fetched at the moment but are likely legitimate ideas to expand upon. That's what this book does - it takes you out of your mental comfort zone and expands your thinking. To me, that's the mark of a good book so I love it. Others may find it a bit bizarre because it's not organized in a logical start to end fashion." (Amazon reviewer)

Negotiation boot camp : how to resolve conflict, satisfy customers, and make better deals, by Ed Brodow.
"As a senior executive, I have negotiated for years and I always thought I knew what I was doing. Reading Mr. Brodow's classic book, I realize that many of the things I have been doing were not only wrong, they were sabotaging my business dealings. Negotiation Boot Camp explained to me in a clear and concise way how to do it correctly. The right questions to ask. The inner game of negotiation, so to speak. Brodow is especially good in his application of his "three rules for win-win negotiating" to managing and motivating employees." (Amazon UK reviewer)

Business plan in a day : get it done right, get it done fast , by Rhonda Abrams with Julie Vallone.
"Excellent for a comprehensive plan that is simple to do... We used this book in our seminar for our management staff in creating a Business Plan for their area of responsibility. Chief advantage was it makes you think in depth and present in a simple manner. Everyone enjoyed doing it and we now review annually." (Amazon reviewer)

Starbucks experience : 5 principles for turning ordinary into extraordinary, by Joseph A. Michelli.
"The Starbucks Experience attempts to explain the reason behind Starbucks' success using customer anecdotes, insider stories, and the occasional business strategy thrown in for good measure. The book is a fascinating study; stressing the very unique mindset this organization has over most of the businesses in our market today." (Amazon reviewer)

Success built to last : creating a life that matters, by Jerry Porras, Stewart Emery, Mark Thompson.
The authors "present an idea that may or may not strike you as especially unique. I felt they took on a success topic from a new angle all while holding on to the basic principles of what makes people successful. We have all heard that doing what you love brings success, but how is this implemented in daily life? Can you write down a list of things that matter most to you and then somehow work that into your daily life? Success Built to Last is brimming with practical wisdom you can use to create your own story of success as you follow your passion." (Amazon reviewer)

Brilliant answers to tough interview questions: smart answers to whatever they can throw at you, by Susan Hodgson.

Business plans kit for dummies, by Steven D. Peterson, Peter E. Jaret and Barbara Findlay Schenck.

Careers in business, by Lila B. Stair & Leslie Stair.

Corporate finance demystified, by Troy A. Adair, Jr.

Hiring the best: a manager's guide to effective interviewing and recruiting, by Martin Yate.

Improving your project management skills, by Larry Richman.

Payback: reaping the rewards of innovation, by James P. Andrew, Harold L. Sirkin

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