Publisher's Synopsis
Critical Incidents in Management is a comprehensive book written by John M. Champion and part of the Irwin Series in Management. The book is designed to provide readers with a practical and realistic approach to management by presenting real-life situations and scenarios that managers may encounter in their day-to-day work. The book covers a wide range of topics including leadership, communication, motivation, conflict resolution, decision making, and teamwork. The book is divided into six parts, each focusing on a specific area of management. Part one introduces the concept of critical incidents and provides an overview of the managerial skills required to handle them effectively. Part two discusses the role of leadership in managing critical incidents and provides examples of successful leadership practices. Part three focuses on communication and how effective communication can help prevent and resolve critical incidents. Part four examines motivation and how managers can motivate their employees to achieve their goals. Part five explores conflict resolution and provides strategies for resolving conflicts in the workplace. Finally, part six discusses teamwork and how effective teamwork can help prevent and resolve critical incidents.Throughout the book, Champion uses real-life examples and case studies to illustrate his points, making the book both practical and engaging. The book is suitable for both students and practitioners of management, and is an essential resource for anyone looking to improve their managerial skills. Overall, Critical Incidents in Management is a valuable addition to any management library.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.