The Self Determined Manager: A Manifesto for Exceptional People Managers

The Self Determined Manager by David Deacon offers a chance to think differently about the best way to be manager. Long the unsung heroes, managers are actually the key ingredient that makes the difference in great companies, and the true work of the manager is to create an environment for their team - whether that's one other person or thousands of people - where they can be hugely successful, more successful than they realized was possible. The best managers are conscious, deliberate, highly skilled leaders of their teams. They are Self Determined Managers, and this book is written for everyone who wants to be better at this vital role.The Self Determined Manager shares with readers across 10 chapters the attitudes, actions and agendas of the very best people managers. Covering both what they do, and the approach they take, the book details the ways in which Self Determined Managers make a difference to their teams and their companies. It's not easy to be a great manager, but this book is the blueprint and the manifesto for everyone who wants to manage others well. With practical questions, checklists, and in depth explanations, it's a powerful and practical guide that every manager will want to read. Motivational Press is excited to work with David Deacon to share with readers:Understand the core role of the manager. Learn the critical abilities that will help you manage well. Recognize the attitudes and approaches of the best managers. Reflect on your own successes and shortfalls as a manager. Use the questions and checklists as practical tools and reminders - it's the one book you should keep on your desk