Practical Performance Managment

"Will someone out there please develop a simple guide to improving employee performance for busy managers like us?" Your colleagues spoke, we listened ... and here it is! The Manager's Coaching Handbook provides managers, supervisors, and team leaders with simple, easy-to-follow guidelines for positively affecting employee performance. Within these pages you'll find practical strategies for dealing with superior performers, those with performance problems, and everyone in between. This book is a must have for ALL leaders. Looking for a bunch of long-winded theory? You won't find it here! We...

Uncover the Science of Leadership in "Positional Authority Ain’t Leadership" In a sea of leadership theories and styles, "Positional Authority Ain’t Leadership" stands out as a beacon, guiding readers to understand that the essence of true leadership lies in the principles of behavioral analysis. This book offers more than just theories; it provides a scientific approach to leadership, making it a unique and essential read. About the Book: "Positional Authority Ain’t Leadership" delves deep into leadership as an art grounded in science. It breaks down the 'four hats of leadership' - ...

Have you been handed AI and told to “figure it" out? The tools are multiplying.

From merely managing to boldly leading: Take your skills (and your career) to the next level with just 7 simple, yet highly effective strategies! Being a manager is a role filled with a lot of responsibility. It can be a heavy load to bear, knowing that your team members’ productivity, your company’s success, and your own career could be affected by your actions and decisions. But while this is a difficult undertaking, you also have a unique opportunity as a manager to inspire, transform, and take your team to new heights.

High performing organizations see better results than their contemporaries and have more satisfied employees. This book clarifies this unique point in history where key technologies like AI, collaboration platforms, and low code development have converged to transform project and work management and provides practical strategies for seizing this moment to become a higher performing organization with happier people. In the ever-evolving landscape of business and technology, project management stands as a critical pillar, orchestrating the rhythm of progress and innovation.

🌟 UpSkilling: The Secret Sauce for Success in a Changing Economy 🌟 In a world where industries are evolving faster than you can say “AI,” the key to thriving is learning. Whether you're a business leader looking to future-proof your workforce or an ambitious professional aiming for the next big promotion, upskilling isn’t just an option—it’s your secret weapon. With a blend of wit, wisdom, and practical advice, this book is your ultimate guide to mastering the art of upskilling in the face of today’s challenges: 💼 Why it matters—for staying relevant and winning in ...

Unlock the Secrets of Personal and Professional Success with NLP! Have you ever wondered why some people effortlessly navigate life's challenges, while others constantly feel stuck? Mastering NLP: Practical Techniques to Rewire Your Thinking, Amplify Your Influence, and Live with Purpose provides a clear roadmap to transforming your mindset and achieving lasting success. In today's fast-paced and competitive world, understanding how your mind works and influencing others positively can set you apart significantly. NLP, or Neuro-Linguistic Programming, is a revolutionary methodology ...

Effective Contract Administration Skills: Practical Implementation in Geospatial Data Management A Comprehensive Guide to Post-Award Contract Execution, Performance Monitoring, and ISO-Aligned Administration Overview Effective Contract Administration Skills by Dr. Mohamed-Ali Ibrahim serves as a practical guide for professionals managing contracts in complex, multi-disciplinary environments. The book bridges the gap between commercial strategy and operational delivery, providing actionable tools, frameworks, and case studies aligned with international ISO standards.Key Features ...

ISO 50001 Explained A Practical Clauses 4–10 Guide to Energy Management Systems and Audit Readiness Introduction Energy management is no longer a secondary operational issue. It is now directly linked to cost control, operational resilience, compliance, sustainability, and long-term competitiveness. Organizations today are under increasing pressure to understand how energy is used, where waste occurs, which activities drive major consumption, and how performance can be improved in a disciplined and measurable way. ISO 50001 Explained was written to make ISO 50001 understandable, practical...

You’ve spent decades building your reputation, your career, and your authority. But lately, it feels like your brain and body are staging a coup. Do you find yourself grasping for common words in the middle of a high-stakes board meeting? Do you wake up at 3:00 AM with a racing heart, paralyzed by a to-do list you used to handle with ease? Are you masking bone-deep fatigue with extra caffeine, only to feel "wired but tired" by noon? For high-achieving women, perimenopause isn’t just a biological transition; it is a hidden performance tax that threatens your professional confidence and ...

Managing and Operating the Quality Management Certification System in Small Enterprises Practical Guidance for Running, Controlling, and Improving the ISO 9001 System Introduction This book, written by Dr. Mohamed-Ali Ibrahim, provides practical, step-by-step guidance for small enterprises to not only achieve but effectively operate the ISO 9001 Quality Management System (QMS) Certification. It focuses on embedding quality management into daily operations, ensuring consistency, reducing errors, and improving customer satisfaction, all while keeping documentation and processes simple. ...

Managers don’t fail because they’re stupid. They fail because they tolerate bullshit. This book is for anyone who’s tired of excuses, low standards, and “we’re a family here” speeches while the work still isn’t done. It’s a field manual for getting adults to do the job they’re paid to do and the first book in the NO BULLSHIT series. WHAT YOU’LL LEARN Inside, you’ll learn how to: Set expectations so clearly that “I didn’t know” is impossible. Follow up so people deliver — without you chasing them. Deal with underperformance fast and directly. Hold people ...

Stop Running on the Productivity Treadmill. Start Using the Most Powerful Partner Ever Created. Do you ever sit at your desk at 4 p.m., looking at a calendar so full it seems physically impossible? You’ve attended the seminars, you’ve tried the planners, and you’ve downloaded the apps, yet the "glass-walled conference room" feeling of being perpetually behind never goes away. The problem isn't your work ethic. It’s your bridge. In Time Management with AI, Ryan Holmes, a senior executive with over 16 years of experience leading brand teams for billion-dollar global organizations, ...

Since the groundbreaking work of Robert S. Kaplan and David P. Norton, the concept of the Balanced Scorecard has achieved increasing popularity in the business world. In this book, the authors draw on their extensive experience with scorecard projects to provide a step-by-step method for introducing the Balanced Scorecard into an organization. This book will provide senior and operational managers, consultants, and business academics with a comprehensive view of emerging Balanced Scorecard practice supported by both business advice and a theoretical foundation.  

The Impact of Stress on Cognitive Function: How Stress Affects Memory, Focus, and Mental Performance Stress touches every aspect of modern life—but its hidden effects on the brain are often overlooked. From lapses in memory to poor decision-making, stress doesn’t just make us feel tense; it reshapes how we think, learn, and function. This comprehensive guide explores the powerful connection between stress and cognition, showing you exactly how stress hormones influence the brain and what you can do to protect your mental performance. Inside this book, you will discover: The science of ...

Are you struggling with procrastination, finding yourself putting off important tasks until the last minute or not completing them at all? Do you wish you had the tools to overcome this habit and finally achieve your goals? If so, the 30 Days to Overcome Procrastination workbook can help. Designed to help you break the cycle of procrastination and cultivate a more focused, productive mindset, this 30-day program offers practical exercises, daily affirmations, and mindfulness techniques to help you stay motivated and on track. Each day, you'll receive a new lesson with specific action steps ...

The Substance of Leadership is a concise and practical guide that teaches you how to lead a high-performing team. Based on more than three decades of experience with high-performing teams operating in high-pressure environments from aircraft carriers to combat to TOPGUN to the business world, David Robinson takes you on an experiential journey distilling the complexities of leadership into a simple, enduring framework that will maximize your leadership effectiveness.

Over the last 15 years, Coaching and Mentoring has become the go-to guide for anyone looking to develop their coaching and mentoring skills at individual, team or organizational level. Clear and accessible, it uses practical tools and best practice to demonstrate how to relate theoretical models to specific situations to gain real benefits. Now in its 3rd edition, Coaching and Mentoring has been fully updated to cover the latest thinking and developments in this area including extended coverage of coaching supervision.

Organizations run on confidence. When people’s self-belief matches their capability, they feel able to step forward, take on new challenges, stretch themselves. When teams are connected by trust and respect, they are more ambitious in what they deliver together. And thoughtful, wholehearted confidence in the organization’s mission acts as oxygen for collective performance. Unleash a confidence contagion and unlock the strongest level of contribution from your team.

You’re talented. You’re driven. And you’re drowning in details. You got to where you are because you can do the work better and faster than anyone else. But now those same strengths have turned into a trap. You’re stuck approving every decision, answering every question, fixing every small problem. Nights and weekends disappear. Your team waits for you instead of stepping up. And your business can’t scale because you’re the bottleneck. Sound familiar? Stop Drowning in Details: 12 Things Talented Leaders Must Delegate is the no-fluff playbook that finally gets you out of the ...