Walking the Talk

While there is no recipe for instant success as a manager, the closed-loop leadership principles outlined in this book certainly provide the structure, as do the decision and communication tools discussed. Case studies from real-world companies are utilized to illustrate how to apply the principles. Differing viewpoints on management techniques are explored. Nothing is held back. Armed with the foreknowledge of what to expect and how to deal with it, students, technical professionals, and even experienced managers will learn how to avoid many of the traps that can sidetrack a management career.