The Accidental Leader: What to Do When You're Suddenly in Charge (J-B US non-Franchise Leadership) by Harvey Robbins, Michael Finley, Harvey Robbins

Publication Date: October 27, 2003 | ISBN-10: 0787968552 | ISBN-13: 978-0787968557 | Edition: 1

It could happen today. You are called into the office, and the boss tells you that due to unforeseen circumstances, starting today you will be in charge of a team, a project, an office, a committee, or a business unit. Without any warning (or preparation on your part) you've become an accidental leader.

If you have been thrust into a position of sudden responsibility, you need The Accidental Leader. This book is a first aid kit that gives you the information and inspiration you need to

    Know what you bring to the challenge— your pluses and minuses
    Define success and achieve it
    Get other people on your side
    Overcome your natural shortcomings
    Get organized— right now
    See through the apparent system to the culture within
    Direct people and get them to act

The Accidental Leader is your lifeline to leadership success. It is filled with practical answers to the many leadership questions that you will face.
 

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