dangrous's review
4.0
This was a really interesting book and had a lot of good things to say, not just for people who are going to be or are managers, but also for the employees of those managers. That is, what's useful to think about when you're thinking about the value of your workplace, how to manage up, and more. And, it was enjoyable enough to read!
curtismchale's review
4.0
If you read this pay special attention to the questions introduced at the front, and then the 4 keys. If you can summarize these then you’ve got the book. The final chapter has a great template to do employee reviews that you can take as a starting point before you make them your own.
teelock's review
5.0
Based on a mammoth research study conducted by the Gallup Organization involving 80,000 managers across different industries, this book talks about the challenges faced by many companies. It explores how great managers attract, hire, and keep their most talented employees. First, Break All the Rules reveals the secrets to what the world’s greatest managers do differently.
hannahisapalindrome's review
4.0
The premise of this book is that great managers don’t focus on weaknesses but determine their employee’s strengths, then allow employees to use their strengths to their advantage. This trickles all the way down to determining whether the position is ultimately the right fit for that employee. It’s a good management book and holds useful business advice.
nyssasilv's review
5.0
Clear writing and a fresh take on management even 15 years later. Highly recommended.
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