First Time Leadership

Read by the author. The First Time Manager Series has sold over 500,000 copies and is a go-to guide for new and aspiring sales managers on what to expect and how to succeed. The jump from sales superstar to sales manager has made or broken many a sales career. As a top-performing sales...

The trusted management classic and go to guide for anyone facing new responsibilities as a first time manager. Learn to conquer every challenge like a pro with the clear, candid advice in The First-Time Manager. For nearly four decades, this trusted guide has brought newcomers up to speed on...

THE TOP SELLING FIRST-TIME MANAGER SERIES HAS SOLD OVER 500,000 COPIES Every manager must be prepared to face tough situations that management training never warned them about. This is the go-to resource for handling everything from a disruption in workflow to managing a hostile workplace, and...

The must-have resource for HR managers who want to lessen the learning curve, succeed in their role, and set themselves up for future growth. The world of work continues to grow more complex with hybrid work, a shortage of talent, and a mandate for more inclusive environments where employees can...

This new offering from management expert Gary S. Topchik, coauthor of The First-Time Manager, Fifth Edition, covers the basics of team building, giving novice managers all the activities and information they need to achieve team-building success. From making the transition from team member to team leader, to holding team members accountable, to managing challenging situations and resolving conflict, The First-Time Manager's Guide to Team Building tells listeners how their own management style can influence how successful their teams become.

Congratulations, you're a manager! After you pop the champagne, accept the shiny new title, and step into this thrilling next chapter of your career, the truth descends like a fog: you don't really know what you're doing. That's exactly how Julie Zhuo felt when she became a rookie manager at the...

Do you have trouble keeping your team focused, motivated, and committed to the pursuit of their assigned goals? The truth is, the majority of bosses fail to inspire their employees to be engaged and productive at work. And they're often frustrated by their inability to incite their team to action.

This is an audiobook about the basics. I won’t tell you how to become CEO or double your salary, but if your hope is to become the boss that you would have wanted, this is the audiobook for you.

AN INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER Few things will change your trajectory in life or business as much as learning to think clearly. Yet few of us recognize opportunities to think in the first place. You might believe you’re thinking clearly in the moments that matter most. But in all...

You never dreamed being the boss would be so hard. You're caught in a web of conflicting expectations from your subordinates, from those above you, and from your peers and customers. You're not alone. As Harvard Business School's Linda Hill and manager and executive Kent Lineback reveal in Being the Boss, becoming an effective manager is a painful, difficult journey. It requires trial and error, endless effort, and slowly acquired personal insight. Many managers never complete the journey and instead just learn how to get by. At worst, they become terrible bosses.

In your career, there is one transition that stands out as the most crucial - going from individual contributor to competent manager. New managers have to learn how to lead others rather than do the work themselves, to win trust and respect, to motivate, and to strike the right balance between delegation and control. Many fail to make the transition successfully. In this timeless, indispensable book, Harvard Business School professor and leadership guru Linda Hill traces the experiences of 19 new managers over the course of their first year in the role.

The essential resource for new managers who want to foster a safe, inclusive, and productive space for their teams. Being an inclusive manager boils down to finding ways to balance power and love day-to-day. When do we prioritize the needs of an individual employee over that of the whole team?...

Passive learning just doesn’t cut it in today’s evolving, competitive workplace. Research demonstrates that action-first learning works because it engages the mind immediately and makes sure that knowledge and skills will stick. With a more diverse array of action-based training designs, organizations can motivate learners, provide hands-on, collaborative practice, and drive behavioral change.

Step confidently into your new leadership role—discover the essential guide every first-time manager needs. Becoming a manager for the first time is both exciting and overwhelming. Suddenly, you are responsible not just for your own performance but for guiding, motivating, and supporting a team. The transition from peer to leader can feel daunting, and without the right tools, many new managers struggle to find their footing. Your First Year as a Manager is here to change that. This clear, practical handbook gives you the proven strategies and everyday skills to thrive in your first year ...

A small book with a huge impact! This book will teach you the strategies you need to know to achieve ultimate success as a first time manager. You’ll learn how to: ★ Assemble a high-performing team that functions seamlessly ★ Create winning relationships with your boss, your peers, and the team members you lead ★ Build confidence in yourself, your decisions, and your ability to tackle any and all workplace problems ★ Motivate and inspire people ★ Become an indispensable and respected leader well on your way up the corporate ladder In his insightful and relatable book, Don’t ...

"Fail-Proof Leadership" is a practical guide for new and emerging leaders who want to lead effectively without burning out, by building sustainable habits, setting healthy boundaries, and managing their energy—not just their time.

This book provides actionable strategies and techniques that listeners can implement daily. It offers practical advice to help listeners navigate challenges they may encounter in their supervisory role. It also takes a holistic approach to becoming a supervisor, covering not only the technical aspects of team management but also emphasizing the importance of mindset, communication, problem-solving, and ethical leadership. It provides a well-rounded and comprehensive guide for aspiring supervisors.

Think Like a CEO: Master the Mental Game of Modern Leadership Being a CEO isn’t just about making decisions. It’s about carrying the weight of uncertainty, responsibility, and pressure, every single day. Think Like a CEO helps you master the mental game behind high-performance leadership, so you can stop second-guessing yourself, lead with clarity, and stay calm in the chaos. If you're constantly firefighting… Overthinking decisions… Or feeling stuck in your head with no space to think... This book is your playbook for mental clarity, emotional resilience, and strategic thinking. ...

Regardless of your expertise and experience, it’s your people skills, political nous and ability to build key relationships that will ensure you survive and thrive. Packed with real-life examples and practical guidance, Become a Successful First-Time CEO is a roadmap to help you develop the confidence and master the strategies you need to be an inspirational corporate leader.

Do you need to sell a new idea to your boss? Handle a sticky problem with a colleague? Calm an irate customer? Good news! You'll never be at a loss for words after reading Communicate With Confidence! In this book, you’ll find 1,254 tips to improve your interpersonal and communication skills! You’ll learn how to: Establish credibility and show concern Master the art of small talk to connect with colleagues, customers, and friends Transition from criticizing to coaching your employees and coworkers Listen so you really hear what others say to you—their meaning, not just their words ...