The No-Nonsense Manager's Playbook

This is the most complete, how-to management handbook out there. This is the BLUE EDITION. WHY TWO EDITIONS? ONE RED AND ONE BLUE Let's be honest. America isn't one nation anymore-it's two. Red America and Blue America don't just disagree; they live in different worlds, guided by different values, principles, and priorities. Nowhere is this divide sharper than on the issue of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). Blue America embraces DEI as a way to create a more just and representative society; Red America often sees it as divisive, discriminatory, and part of the "woke" ideology. So I decided to meet both sides where they are. The Blue America edition includes a section on DEI. The Red America edition does not. Simple as that. Some will call it opportunism. I call it entrepreneurship-the very heartbeat of America. We've always rewarded those who recognize a market and fill it. That's not division; that's innovation. And if the Founding Fathers were alive today, I suspect they'd raise a glass to anyone bold enough to turn political polarization into profit. The No-Nonsense Manager's Playbook offers research-based guidance on:Dealing effectively with employees, bosses, peers, customers, and unions How to hire and retain the best employees All you need to know to be successful at coaching and mentoring The misunderstood importance of recognition and appreciation How to improve the level of employee engagement and why it is critical for productivity and retention Why women are better managers and what men can learn from them How to be the best manager possible AND MUCH MORE! This book tells you what to do and how to do it. Example: Do you have a problem employee? I wrote eight scripts for the eight most common problem employee issues: poor performance, bad attitude, inappropriate language, etc. Specifically written for millennial and Gen-Z managers who prefer microlearning, this book provides concise information that is quickly understood and ready to apply immediately. More than 160 illustrative stories bring each subject to life. Most chapters are five pages or less and use the bullet format throughout. Just turn to the chapter that deals with your question, and you will find the steps to get the results you want.