{"product_id":"the-first-time-manager-first-time-manager-series","title":"The First-Time Manager (First-Time Manager Series)","description":"MORE THAN 500,000 COPIES SOLD!\nThe trusted management classic and go-to guide for anyone facing new responsibilities as a first-time manager.\nLearn to conquer every challenge like a seasoned pro with the clear, candid advice in The First-Time Manager. For nearly four decades, this expert guide has brought newcomers up to speed on the realities of managing people.\nThe updated seventh edition delivers new information that helps you manage across generations, use online performance appraisal tools, persuade with stories, oversee remote employees, build a team dynamic, match a boss's style, and more.\nThe jump from star employee to new manager is bigger than most people realize -- with opportunities to fail at every step. Stumbling your way through isn't an option.\nIn The First-Time Manager, you will learn essential skills including: Leading meetings. Hiring employees. Motivating others. Actively listening. Staying calm under pressure. Overcoming resistance.\nWith little experience or training, a coveted promotion can become a trial by fire. No one needs that. Turn to the book that thousands have relied on to hit the ground running.\u003cbr\u003eASIN: 1400233585\u003cbr\u003eVSKU: BVV.1400233585.G\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Good\u003cbr\u003eAuthor\/Artist:McCormick, Jim\u003cbr\u003eBinding: Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e Any images shown are stock photographs and product may differ from what is shown.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition Notes\u003c\/b\u003e: The item shows wear from consistent use, but it remains in good condition and works perfectly. All pages and cover are intact  including the dust cover, if applicable . Spine may show signs of wear. Pages may include limited notes and highlighting. May NOT include discs, access code or other supplemental materials.  \u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Blue Vase Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43374656159805,"sku":"BVV.1400233585.G","price":5.87,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0589\/4225\/9261\/files\/1400233585-0.jpg?v=1784594047","url":"https:\/\/www.bluevasebooks.com\/products\/the-first-time-manager-first-time-manager-series","provider":"Blue Vase Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}