{"product_id":"9780273785262","title":"The Little Book of Big Management Theories: ... and how to use them","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eWinner\u003c\/b\u003e of the \u003cb\u003e‘Practical Manager’\u003c\/b\u003e category at the Chartered Management Institute \u003cb\u003eManagement Book of the Year Awards.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Little Book of Big Management Theories\u003c\/i\u003e was praised by judges for being relevant, highly readable and refreshing in its approach – useful to experienced and new managers alike. Covering 89 management theories, it provides a summary of each theory, a guide of how to use it and a list of questions to ask, making it an ideal reference book. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRebecca Taylor, the Dean and Director of Studies at the Open University Business School, \u003c\/b\u003eexplained why the book deserved to win: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“This book was a delight to read and was a highly refreshing approach to the world of management. The ‘big’ ideas have been boiled down into easily-digestible chunks that are perfect either as an introduction or a refresher for the more experienced manager. The personal writing style and lack of preaching makes it a brilliant desk-side companion for a manager of any level, and I highly recommend it.” \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e89 management theories from the world’s best management thinkers – the fast, focussed and express route to success.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs a busy manager, you need solutions to everyday work problems fast. \u003ci\u003eThe Little Book of Big Management Theories\u003c\/i\u003e gives you access to the very best theories and models that every manager should know and be able to use.\u003ca\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCutting through the waffle and hype, McGrath and Bates concentrate on the theories that really matter to managers day-to-day. Each theory is covered in two pages – telling you what it is, how to use it and the questions you should be asking – so you can immediately apply your new knowledge in the real world.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Little Book of Big Management Theories\u003c\/i\u003e will ensure you can:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Quickly resolve a wide range of practical management problems \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Be a better, more decisive manager who gets the job done\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Better motivate and influence your staff, colleagues and stakeholders\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Improve your standing and demonstrate that you are ready for promotion\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAll you need to know and how to apply it – in a nutshell.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘I’ll make sure that every manager in our pharmacy outlets gets a copy of this book.’ \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Manjit Jhooty, Managing Director, Jhoots Pharmacy\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘Every manager should read this book.’\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGeoff Round, Chief Executive, Birmingham Civic Housing Association Ltd\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FT Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47019040375024,"sku":"9780273785262","price":26.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/9780273785262_p0.jpg?v=1763682450","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/9780273785262","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}