HBR's 10 Must Reads for New Managers (with bonus article “How Managers Become Leaders” by Michael D. Watkins)

by Linda A. Hill (Contributor), Herminia Ibarra, Robert B. Cialdini

Develop the mindset and presence to successfully manage others for the first time.

If you read nothing else on becoming a new manager, read these 10 articles. We've combed through hundreds of Harvard Business Review articles and selected the most important ones to help you transition from being an outstanding individual contributor to becoming a great manager of others.

This book will inspire you


Develop your emotional intelligence
Influence your colleagues through the science of persuasion
Assess your team and enhance its performance
Network effectively to achieve business goals and for personal advancement
Navigate relationships with employees, bosses, and peers
Get support from above
View the big picture in your decision making
Balance your team's work and personal life in a high-intensity workplace
This collection of articles includes "Becoming the Boss," by Linda A. Hill; "Leading the Team You Inherit," by Michael D. Watkins; "Saving Your Rookie Managers from Themselves," by Carol A. Walker; "Managing the High-Intensity Workplace," by Erin Reid and Lakshmi Ramarajan; "Harnessing the Science of Persuasion," Robert B. Cialdini; "What Makes a Leader?" by Daniel Goleman; "The Authenticity Paradox," by Herminia Ibarra; "Managing Your Boss," by John J. Gabarro and John P. Kotter; "How Leaders Create and Use Networks," by Herminia Ibarra and Mark Lee Hunter; "Management Who's Got the Monkey?" by William Oncken, Jr., and Donald L. Wass; and BONUS "How Managers Become Leaders," by Michael D. Watkins.

Genres: Business, Management, Nonfiction, Professional Development, Leadership, Self Help

152 pages, Kindle Edition

Published February 7, 2017

Reviews

[Neil Krikul · Rating 5 out of 5]

Not sure about other people but organisational behaviour and politics is something I have to learn and navigate on my own outside formal education, yet it plays such a significant role in your career.

Some of the chapters in this book really spoke to me, that I wish I had read it sooner.

Although workplace politics isn’t my thing, it’s unavoidable and I rather play it than be played.

[Lisa Christensen · Rating 3 out of 5]

Rescued this from the book boneyard - that ever growing pile of half read books in my office. Started this for a project and then set it aside, but glad I finished it. Some great articles, especially Watkins’ How managers become leaders.

I like compilations like this, good selections, nice array of topics. If you are looking for a managerial deep dive, this isn’t it.

[Luis · Rating 5 out of 5]

A great compilation of articles that are very relevant to new and seasoned managers, and managers in leadership roles. From transitioning to a new role, to emotional intelligence, networking and dealing with difficult situations.

I will definitely come back to review some of the content at a later date.

[Bumin Bong · Rating 5 out of 5]

Good for all levels of managers

This book is great for not only new managers but also tenured managers. Easy to read and follow - lessons are fairly timeless and important for all levels of managers.

[John Jervy Ramos · Rating 5 out of 5]

A very informative book for new and tenured managers. I'll recommend it to some of my colleagues.

Key takeaways:
1. Communication
2. Self-awareness
3. Thinking strategically
4. Charisma/persuasion skills
5. Giving constructive feedback, for behavior not personalities

Thanks!

[Jay · Rating 4 out of 5]

Some good tips on trying to accomplish too much and failing, micro-managing, and other gotchas

[Duessa Holscher · Rating 3 out of 5]

An interrsting collection of articles with some gems to think about.

[Jennilyn (Thiboult) Nevins · Rating 4 out of 5]

Short and sweet articles with a lot of useful information, some actionable.

[Frank Nelson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Thought provoking and informative

The variety within this book means that there will be something for everyone. Good read and worth referring back to.

[Bartek Andrzejczak · Rating 4 out of 5]

A bit of a mixed bag but still worth going thorough.

[Anna Cappelli · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book should be a requirement for anyone about to lead others in a workplace setting.

[clarissa ardra · Rating 3 out of 5]

Useful

Useful to give guidance for new managers. I would say 60% of the book give practical knowledge while the rest i found it quite general.

[Scott Fogel · Rating 4 out of 5]

There were a lot of great articles in this book. I learned a lot and it gave me ideas on what to listen to next.

[John]

The accepted wisdom on transitioning from being a high-performing contributor to a manager of other contributors.