A review of

Being the Boss

The 3 Imperatives for Becoming a Great Leader

Linda A. Hill and Kent Lineback • Harvard Business Review Press • 2011

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Effective Management

by David Meyer

Business authors Linda A. Hill and Kent Lineback present a detailed, functional blueprint to help new and middle managers excel.

Harvard professor of business administration Linda A. Hill and prolific business writer Kent Lineback offer a lucid blend of cogent theory and practical strategies. They understand that even great managers face unprecedented challenges in an economic climate of constant innovation and general unpredictability.

Management is defined by responsibility, but it’s done by exerting influence.Linda A. Hill and Kent Lineback

Their deftly organized, clearly presented, practical guide serves middle managers – especially new ones – and anyone aspiring to be a great boss.

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A. C. 3 years ago

Boss must inspire
A. G. 1 decade ago

good book
1 decade ago

IIT COULD BE MORE INFORMATIVE. PILLALAMARRI JANARDANAKRISHNA

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The 3 Imperatives for Becoming a Great Leader

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