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Pragmatic Bookshelf releases "Behind Closed Doors: Secrets to Great Management"
Raleigh, NC: Getting the computer to do the right thing can be difficult
at times, but getting people to do the right thing is even harder.
If you are a tech lead, project manager, or want to move into those roles,
we've got a book that can help. In Behind Closed Doors: Secrets of Great
Management (Pragmatic Bookshelf, US$24.95, 0-9766940-2-6), Johanna Rothman
and Esther Derby go behind the usual closed doors to show you how to become
a better manager--even a great manager.
You'll follow along as Sam, a manager just brought on board, learns the
ropes and deals with his new team over the course of his first seven weeks
on the job. From organizing who works on what project when, to helping
team members grow and prosper, you'll be there as Sam makes it happen.
You'll find powerful tips covering delegating effectively, using feedback
and goal-setting, and how to develop influence in the organization. You'll
learn how to handle one-on-one meetings, and how to be an effective coach
and mentor. Finally, you'll see how to decide what work to do first--and
what work not to do at all.
Johanna says, "Over the years, we've noticed that many managers in
technical organizations start the same way we did--as technical people.
Now some people think that management doesn't matter; that good technical
people will produce results regardless of the quality of management. But
that's not the case." Esther explains, "Poor managers create the illusion
of productivity through busy-ness; great managers accomplish goals and
develop people. A great manager makes a huge difference in bottom-line
results and the quality of your work life."
If you've ever wondered what real management is all about, or if you're
currently working as a manager or tech lead, you need this book. Full of
tips and practical advice on the most important aspects of management,
this is one of those books that can make a lasting and immediate impact on
your career.
Behind Closed Doors: Secrets of Great Management
Johanna Rothman and Esther Derby
ISBN 0-9766940-2-6, 192 pages, $24.95US, $34.95CA, softcover.
Pragmatic Bookshelf Titles are distributed to bookstores internationally
by O'Reilly Media.
Additional Resources:
Sample chapters, table of contents, and more information is available at:
http://www.pragmaticprogrammer.com/titles/rdbcd/index.html
About Pragmatic Bookshelf
The Pragmatic Bookshelf features books written by developers for
developers. The titles continue the well-known Pragmatic Programmer style,
and continue to garner awards and rave reviews. As development gets more
and more difficult, the Pragmatic Programmers will be there with more
titles and products to help programmers stay on top of their game.
Contacts
Press and Editorial Queries Only:
Contact Andy Hunt or Dave Thomas
Pragmatic Bookshelf
800-699-7764 (919-847-3884)
pragprog@pragmaticprogrammer.com
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