1001 Ways To Take Initiative At Work

Bob Nelson

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1001 WAYS to Take Initiative at Work is about managing up--about employees taking ownership of their jobs, whether it's an assistant working for a manager or a VP working for the CEO. Third in the 1001 Ways series by bestselling business writer Bob Nelson, whose 1001 Ways to Reward Employees and 1001 Ways to Energize Employees have over 900,000 copies in print, TAKE INITIATIVE is the first management book for employees. Weaving together case studies, examples, quotes, research highlights, and the author's own "Tool Box" of management techniques and exercises, this practical handbook will show every reader how to develop self-leadership, set goals, create learning opportunities, take risks, build a team, sell ideas, and work both within and outside the larger organization. Taking initiative is about a former secretary at Johnsonville Foods who originated and now runs the company's thriving mail-order business. It's about a technical writer who created Xerox's popular "webmaster" website. And it's about you. As Bob Nelson proves, employees have much more power than they think--taking initiative is how to harness that power and reap its rewards. By the bestselling author of 1001 Ways to Reward Employees and 1001 Ways to Energize Employees, with over 900,000 copies in print.

What will you learn from this book

  1. Personal Accountability: Emphasizing the importance of taking responsibility for one's work, actions, and contributions within the organization.

  2. Proactive Mindset: Encouraging individuals to adopt a proactive approach by identifying problems, opportunities, and taking action without waiting for direction.

  3. Continuous Improvement: Promoting a culture of continuous improvement by suggesting ways to innovate, streamline processes, and enhance efficiency.

  4. Effective Communication: Highlighting the significance of clear and assertive communication in expressing ideas, seeking feedback, and influencing change.

  5. Leadership in Action: Providing strategies for demonstrating leadership qualities regardless of position, such as taking initiative, motivating others, and leading by example.

  6. Creativity and Innovation: Encouraging creative thinking and offering suggestions for generating new ideas and approaches to tasks and challenges.

  7. Networking and Collaboration: Promoting collaboration, building relationships, and networking within and outside the organization to expand influence and opportunities.

  8. Problem-Solving Skills: Offering techniques and approaches for effective problem-solving and decision-making in various work situations.

  9. Managing Up: Discussing ways to effectively communicate and collaborate with supervisors, contributing positively to the organization's objectives.

  10. Career Development: Providing advice on how taking initiative can contribute to personal and professional growth, including seeking new opportunities and skill development.

Language English
ISBN-10 0-7611-1405-X
ISBN-13 9780761114055
No of pages 240
Font Size Medium
Book Publisher Workman
Published Date 01 Aug 2007

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Author : Bob Nelson

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