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Government managers face myriad challenges every day. Whether dealing with an ever-shrinking pool of resources or the threat of sequestration and shutdowns, the government manager must work to maximize staff performance to meet mission objectives.
Now, supervisors, managers, and leaders have some help. In this new book, veteran government leader, trainer, and author Stewart Liff offers practical and proven guidance aimed at helping people at every level of the organization. First-line managers as well as top agency leaders will find Liff’s actionable suggestions invaluable in dealing with a broad spectrum of issues, including:
▲ People management
▲ Performance management
▲ Resource management
▲ Systems design
▲ Organizational politics
Each of the 98 opportunities—and the included strategies, tools, techniques, and tips to help you take advantage of them—is valuable in and of itself. Together they provide a complete guide to managing effectively in the federal workplace.
Do your part to change government—one opportunity at a time!
Stewart Liff has held positions with the Department of Defense, Veterans Health Administration, and Veterans Benefits Administration, where he received the Presidential Rank Award for Meritorious Service. He also received the President’s Council on Management Improvement Award. Currently a business and government consultant and trainer, Liff is the author of four books on government management. His most recent book, A Team of Leaders: Empowering Every Member to Take Ownership, Demonstrate Initiative, and Deliver Results, co-authored with Paul Gustavson, was named one of the 30 best business books of 2014. www.stewartliff.com.
Now, supervisors, managers, and leaders have some help. In this new book, veteran government leader, trainer, and author Stewart Liff offers practical and proven guidance aimed at helping people at every level of the organization. First-line managers as well as top agency leaders will find Liff’s actionable suggestions invaluable in dealing with a broad spectrum of issues, including:
▲ People management
▲ Performance management
▲ Resource management
▲ Systems design
▲ Organizational politics
Each of the 98 opportunities—and the included strategies, tools, techniques, and tips to help you take advantage of them—is valuable in and of itself. Together they provide a complete guide to managing effectively in the federal workplace.
Do your part to change government—one opportunity at a time!
Stewart Liff has held positions with the Department of Defense, Veterans Health Administration, and Veterans Benefits Administration, where he received the Presidential Rank Award for Meritorious Service. He also received the President’s Council on Management Improvement Award. Currently a business and government consultant and trainer, Liff is the author of four books on government management. His most recent book, A Team of Leaders: Empowering Every Member to Take Ownership, Demonstrate Initiative, and Deliver Results, co-authored with Paul Gustavson, was named one of the 30 best business books of 2014. www.stewartliff.com.
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STEWART LIFF began his career with the federal government in 1974. He is a winner of the President's Council on Management Improvement Award and the Presidential Rank Award for Meritorious Service. His books include Managing Government Employees (978-0-8144-0887-2).
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