The First 90 Days: Critical Success Strategies for New Leaders at All Levels (Your Coach in a Box)

The First 90 Days: Critical Success Strategies for New Leaders at All Levels (Your Coach in a Box)
by Michael Watkins

The First 90 Days: Critical Success Strategies for New Leaders at All Levels (Your Coach in a Box)
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Author: Michael Watkins
Edition: Music CD
Format: Audiobook, Unabridged
Published: 2006-06-06
ISBN: 1596590440
Publisher: Your Coach in a Box

Book Reviews of The First 90 Days: Critical Success Strategies for New Leaders at All Levels (Your Coach in a Box)

Book Review: Decent but Dry
Summary: 3 Stars

I purchased this book in concert with a promotion thinking it might be useful during my transition. While it was informative and on point, most of its lessons were obvious to any seasoned leader and frankly it was a very dry read.

If you are new to management or have not had much developmental time in improving your management skill this book will be valuable to you. Leadership ? I could recommend a number of better books for the first 90 days...

Summary of The First 90 Days: Critical Success Strategies for New Leaders at All Levels (Your Coach in a Box)

The window of opportunity in a new position is a short one; according to career transition expert Michael Watkins, a new leader has 90 days to determine his success or failure on the job. In THE FIRST 90 DAYS,Watkins offers a practical, proven-effective guide for anyone moving into a new professional role. Whatever the stage of the listeners career, whether starting a new position or just adding additional responsibilities, these techniques can insure that this critical transition period proceeds quickly, smoothly and effectively. Drawing on both real-world examples and his groundbreaking research on leadership, Watkins provides a framework for success in all stages of the process, including: Diagnosing the new situation Crafting winning transition strategies Taking charge quickly and authoritatively Building teams and coalitions Securing early wins Avoiding the most common pitfalls Laying the groundwork for long-term success A breakthrough personal and professional survival guide, THE FIRST 90 DAYS will speak to self-help listeners across the career spectrum.

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