Gower handbook of management skills (3rd ed)

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.