Understanding and Changing Your Management Style: Assessments and Tools for Self-Development

By Robert C Benfari

An update of the classic book that reveals the 6 keys to successful management In this new edition of his best-selling book, Robert Benfari explains that the best mangers are not born that way but share a mix of characteristics that can be analyzed, understood, and most importantly changed. He identifies the six characteristics of successful managers (Psychological Type; Needs/Motivation; Use of Power; Conflict Style; Our Basic Values; and Our Reaction to Stress) and uses these building blocks to show how anyone can use personality-specific strategies for resolving conflicts, solving problems, managing stress, handling difficult situations at work, and positively influencing others. Includes a proven pathway for becoming an effective manager Contains new information on management style and leadership, human nature and neuroscience, and the dark side of management Includes a self-assessment for each of the six building blocks to successful management This research-based book offers the tools leaders need to improve their management style and succeed in the workplace.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1118399463
• ISBN13: 9781118399460
• Release Date: July 2013
• Publisher: Jossey-Bass
• Length: 352 Pages
• Weight: 1.48 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 8.0" x 9.2"