Just as his first book, COMMON SENSE SUPERVISION (now in its fifth printing), helped the new manager to come to grips with new responsibilities, this book will help that manager with the next most important task—leadership. With the same easy manner and reliance on keeping things simple and clear, Roger Fulton prepares the new manager for the first role that leadership plays and explains how to master the principles that can make one effective.
Newly promoted managers often face overwhelming expectations and responsibilities. This guide provides essential principles and encouragement from veteran consultant Roger Fulton, applicable to supervisors and leaders across various industries. It highlights common pitfalls through sections like "25 Common Mistakes Made by New Supervisors," while incorporating insights from renowned leaders such as Confucius and Abraham Lincoln. The book serves as a motivational resource, emphasizing that success is achievable at any level by adhering to core values and practices.