{"product_id":"becoming-a-successful-manager-by-jack-grossman-j-robert-parkinson-rare-books","title":"Becoming a Successful Manager by Jack Grossman |J. Robert Parkinson [rare books]","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"216\" data-end=\"232\"\u003eBook Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"234\" data-end=\"497\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"234\" data-end=\"265\"\u003eBecoming a Successful Manager\u003c\/em\u003e is a practical guide aimed especially at new managers — people who have excelled at managing their own work but are moving into roles where they must now lead, coordinate, and influence others. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\" data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"499\" data-end=\"537\"\u003eHere are its main themes and contents:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"539\" data-end=\"2988\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"539\" data-end=\"799\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"541\" data-end=\"799\"\u003eThe core challenge the book addresses is the shift in mindset and skills required when you go from managing yourself to managing a team. It lays out what changes, what stays relevant, and how to build new competencies. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\" data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"800\" data-end=\"1006\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"802\" data-end=\"1006\"\u003eIt provides \u003cem data-start=\"814\" data-end=\"834\"\u003ehands‑on exercises\u003c\/em\u003e and reflective questions aimed at helping the new manager internalize what’s being taught — not just theory, but doing, practicing. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\" data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1007\" data-end=\"2353\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1009\" data-end=\"1028\"\u003eKey topics include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col data-start=\"1032\" data-end=\"2353\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1032\" data-end=\"1214\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1035\" data-end=\"1214\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1035\" data-end=\"1067\"\u003eDefining the managerial role\u003c\/strong\u003e — understanding what is expected, what you’re now responsible for, and how your work (and metrics) change. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\" data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1217\" data-end=\"1409\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1220\" data-end=\"1409\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1220\" data-end=\"1246\"\u003eWorking with your team\u003c\/strong\u003e — seeing employees as individuals (their strengths, needs), understanding how to motivate, delegate, and provide feedback. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\" data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1412\" data-end=\"1612\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1415\" data-end=\"1612\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1415\" data-end=\"1456\"\u003eBuilding a healthy department culture\u003c\/strong\u003e — setting productive attitudes, fostering problem‑solving, establishing trust, listening and asking questions well. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\" data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1615\" data-end=\"1783\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1618\" data-end=\"1783\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1618\" data-end=\"1644\"\u003ePerformance management\u003c\/strong\u003e — conducting reviews, giving constructive criticism, rewarding and correcting, and guiding growth. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\" data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1786\" data-end=\"1947\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1789\" data-end=\"1947\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1789\" data-end=\"1817\"\u003eDelegation \u0026amp; empowerment\u003c\/strong\u003e — letting go of tasks, trusting people, enabling others to take responsibility and risks. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\" data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1950\" data-end=\"2141\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1953\" data-end=\"2141\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1953\" data-end=\"1981\"\u003eMeetings \u0026amp; communication\u003c\/strong\u003e — how to run effective meetings, how to communicate expectations, how to listen, ask questions, and negotiate conflict. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\" data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2144\" data-end=\"2353\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2147\" data-end=\"2353\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2147\" data-end=\"2181\"\u003eHandling more difficult issues\u003c\/strong\u003e — resolving conflict, managing harassment or sensitive interpersonal issues, setting boundaries, and helping people through growth. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\" data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2355\" data-end=\"2691\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2357\" data-end=\"2691\"\u003eThe second edition (2010) updates the book to reflect changes in workplace expectations: newer generational dynamics, technology’s effect on how people communicate, more attention to “managing up” (i.e. how managers manage their bosses or stakeholders), and evolving culture in organizations. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\" data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2693\" data-end=\"2988\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2695\" data-end=\"2988\"\u003eOverall, the style is accessible, not overly academic, and full of actionable advice. It's a “toolkit” more than a high‑theory treatise. Good for someone stepping into management for the first time, or someone who wants to sharpen their people‑skills. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\" data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2995\" data-end=\"3016\"\u003eAbout the Authors\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3018\" data-end=\"3224\"\u003eJack H. Grossman, Ph.D., and J. Robert Parkinson, Ph.D., are both experienced in teaching, consulting, and helping people develop managerial and communication skills.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3226\" data-end=\"3786\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3226\" data-end=\"3482\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3228\" data-end=\"3482\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3228\" data-end=\"3248\"\u003eJack H. Grossman\u003c\/strong\u003e is a psychologist and management consultant. He is (or was) a professor emeritus at DePaul University’s Kellstadt Graduate School of Business. His background gives him both theory and practice. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\" data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3484\" data-end=\"3786\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3486\" data-end=\"3786\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3486\" data-end=\"3509\"\u003eJ. Robert Parkinson\u003c\/strong\u003e is (or was) on the faculty at Northwestern University. He also works as a consultant, trainer, and coach in communications, management practices, relationship building. He bridges academic insights with real‑world management challenges. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\" data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3788\" data-end=\"4009\"\u003eIn the second edition, another author name appears: \u003cstrong data-start=\"3840\" data-end=\"3857\"\u003eGary Grossman\u003c\/strong\u003e (likely related or associated with Jack Grossman, maybe son or colleague), especially in newer version updates.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Clapping Pages","offers":[{"title":"Used","offer_id":45164178178234,"sku":"35S9UW4JL-Used","price":59.0,"currency_code":"AED","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/5576\/0826\/files\/sss_3ccc8d98-7d92-4085-8bb5-393c88259252.jpg?v=1758264542","url":"https:\/\/clappingpages.com\/products\/becoming-a-successful-manager-by-jack-grossman-j-robert-parkinson-rare-books","provider":"Clapping Pages","version":"1.0","type":"link"}