What is a manager made of, or What to do when everyone is looking at you?

If you have taken on a new position or are about to become a leader, you will inevitably be hit by an avalanche of new questions. You will have to deal with a long list of new responsibilities - from hiring to firing employees, from organizing meetings to sending out orders, from planning to presentations - and finding solutions to thousands of problems. What is the secret of confident leadership in difficult and unforeseen situations? This book is a modern guide for managers and contains many interesting examples and important ideas on the following topics: - How a good manager differs from an average one - How to instill a team spirit among team members - How to effectively help your subordinates in their work and careers - When it is worth looking past a not-so-successful interview and still hire a candidate - How to strengthen trustful relationships with employees - Where to turn if you are losing faith in yourself and cannot find answers to questions Whether you are a novice manager, an experienced leader, or still just dreaming of becoming one, this book will help you develop the qualities necessary for a true leader. Julie Zhou has gone from intern to vice president of product design at Facebook, demonstrating brilliant intellect, a sense of humor, and tireless commitment to improving her team and personal growth. Whether you are an experienced manager or a newcomer, it would be foolish to miss this book. - Jack Nap, writer