Talented General Manager

Author: Paul
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Publish Date: 2003-04-01
Features: This book attempts to describe the skills, knowledge, and abilities required for senior leaders in both public and private enterprises to achieve significant results. It compiles research reports and works on this important management group to provide a comprehensive image of the qualities needed for this level of leadership. The material is written and organized around our own research, which identifies 11 "competencies" that are significant to the achievement of senior leaders. We have drawn examples from businesses in the United Kingdom, the United States, and the Asia-Pacific region to illustrate the commonalities among general managers in terms of the problems and challenges they face, as well as the qualities they need to address these challenges. We have consistently focused on providing a conceptual framework and reference points that general managers can use to prepare for reaching the top. Therefore, this book will be a must-read for general managers who wish to review and reflect on their performance at work, those who aspire to higher positions in their companies, and human resources professionals responsible for developing senior executives.