Leadership and the One Minute Manager

This updated edition of management guru Ken Blanchard’s classic work Leadership and the One Minute Manager teaches leaders the world-renowned method of developing self-reliance in those they manage: SLII®. In Leadership and the One Minute Manager you’ll learn why tailoring management styles to individual employees is so important for effective performance management; why knowing when to delegate, support, or direct is critical; and how to identify the leadership style suited to a particular person. By consistently using SLII®’s proven model and powerful techniques, leaders can master employee development and retain competent, committed employees. This remarkable, easy-to-follow book is a priceless guide to personalized leadership that elicits the best performance from your staff—and the best bottom line for any business. How can you unlock the potential in every employee? Situational Leadership: Learn the proven SLII® model to diagnose your team’s needs and provide the right combination of direction and support. Effective Goal Setting: Master the first skill of an SLII® leader by setting clear, motivating goals that align your team and drive results. Day-to-Day Coaching: Go beyond annual reviews with powerful techniques for ongoing feedback, turning every interaction into a growth opportunity. Smart Delegation: Understand when to delegate, support, or direct to build self-reliance and competence in your people, freeing you up to lead.