Originally published in 1998. A practical, positive and forward-thinking guide for women managers who want to capitalize on the new ‘cooperative’ ways of working in the organization of today – and the future.The 90s are proving a significant time of change in the world of management. Organizations are increasingly having to look at new ways of working, as the new management philosophies of success…
The tricks that experts and top professionals use to overcome difficult people.Get results fast with this quick, easy guide to the fundamentals of Dealing with Difficult PeopleIncludes how to:• Understand the different types of troublemakers• Stay calm and firm when other people can’t• Deal with difficult bosses, direct reports, and colleagues• Create win-win scenarios• Develop productive relation…
The secrets that experts and top professionals use to get things done.Get results fast with this quick, easy guide to the fundamentals of Getting Things Done.Includes how to:• Get more done in less time• Manage upwards, downwards and sideways• Under-promise and over-deliver• Overcome difficult people and issues• Deliver projects on time and on budget
The people management secrets that experts and top professionals use.Get results fast with this quick, easy guide to the fundamentals of People ManagementIncludes how to:• Build a business-like relationships with your direct reports• Set clear targets and monitor them• Understand different personality types and how to manage them• Deliver criticism and compliments in the right way• Mentor your emp…
The team management secrets that experts and top professionals use.Get results fast with this quick, easy guide to the fundamentals of Team ManagementIncludes how to:• Understand how different personalities interact in a team• Set up clear structures and goals for your team• Implement change effectively and as painlessly as possible• Overcome personality clashes and team difficulties• Manage your …
The time management secrets that experts and top professionals use.Get results fast with this quick, easy guide to the fundamentals of Time Management.Includes how to:• Identify your biggest priorities and find time to achieve them• Deal with the biggest hidden time-wasters• Communicate effectively with colleagues and clients• Cope with information overload• Take control of your inbox and voicemai…
The finance basics that experts and top professionals understand.Get results fast with this quick, easy guide to the fundamentals of Finance.Includes how to:• Analyse a business from its financial reports• Understand a Profit and Loss account• Make sense of accounting jargon• Build a financially sound business plan• Deal with revenue, profit and cashflow
The management secrets that experts and top professionals use.Get results fast with this quick, easy guide to the fundamentals of Management.Includes how to:• Build a goal-oriented team• Successfully manage individuals, teams and projects• Set clear goals and give quality feedback• Get things done on time and on budget• Deal with difficult situations
The selling secrets that experts and top professionals use.Get results fast with this quick, easy guide to the fundamentals of Selling.Includes how to:• Pitch your product to meet the needs of your customer• Use body language to build rapport• Negotiate and close the deal• Make your customers keep coming back for more• Develop new business relationships
The secrets that experts and top professionals use to stay at the top of their game.Get results fast with this quick, easy guide to the fundamentals of Mind PowerIncludes how to:• Produce creative and innovative ideas• Remember names, numbers and concepts• Sharpen your mental reflexes, whatever your age• Ask the right questions and understand other points of view• Make good decisions and stick to …
The presenting secrets that experts and top professionals use.Get results fast with this quick, easy guide to the fundamentals of Presenting.Includes how to:• Enjoy presenting and approach it with confidence• Assess your audience and their reactions• Prepare presentations for maximum impact• Use your voice and body to make your point• Use visual aids and handle questions
The NLP secrets that experts and top professionals use.Get results fast with this quick, easy guide to the fundamentals of NLP (neuro linguistic programming)Includes how to:• Identify role models and study how they communicate• Build instant rapport in any business situation• Understand the body language of colleagues and competitors• Overcome barriers to success you previously hadn’t known about•…
The negotiating secrets that experts and top professionals use.Get results fast with this quick, easy guide to the fundamentals of Negotiating.Includes how to:• Set clear goals and limits• Understand your potential adversary or partner• Use and interpret body language• Deal with difficult people• Close brilliant deals
The interview secrets that experts and top professionals use.Get results fast with this quick, easy guide to the fundamentals of Interviews.Includes how to:• Research the needs of the employer• Focus the interview on your strengths• Use body language to impress• Deal with difficult questions• Negotiate the perfect package
The marketing secrets that experts and top professionals use.Get results fast with this quick, easy guide to the fundamentals of MarketingIncludes how to:• Position your product for a target market• Build a brilliant marketing plan• Create stunning branded marketing materials• Use memorable publicity to build market interest• Take advantage of new technology