Publisher's Synopsis
Most managers are reasonably competent at managing tasks or processes. ItÆs when they come to leading people that they come unstuck. Leadership can seem an intangible, aspirational skill - best left to the kind of high-profile people at the top of the organization. - - The reality is that, not only can any manager learn, practise and develop their skills as a leader; but these skills, used at all levels in the organization, will have a big impact on its future competitiveness. - - Rod StoreyÆs collection of activities are based on this premise. They cover key techniques, for example decision making, delegating and motivating, which are recognized and understood by all managers. Such techniques, however, are at the heart of improving the way in which managers lead their people. - - The collection includes exercises, case studies, simulations and games for: - - ò assessing or evaluating skill levels - ò exploring and understanding new skills - ò practising and observing leadership - ò evaluating ideas - ò communication skills - ò discussion leading/reaching agreement/consensus - ò planning and working to targets - ò monitoring and controlling activities - ò organizing the team. - - At least half of the activities can be run in an hour or less, and no activity runs for more than two hours, which means that you can build them into any leadership programmes you are running, or use them in shorter 'bite-size' events, or even team meetings. - - A detailed Appendix to each activity offers the less-experienced trainer some extra help on when to use it, how to make sure it works and any pitfalls to watch out for. - - If your managers have any doubts about their ability to become effective leaders, then these activities will provide them with a series of thought-provoking, enjoyable and non-threatening exercises that will give them a new and inspiring perspective.
