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This practical guide helps beginning managers to tap into the power sources they need in order to be effective leaders. In particular, it explains how they can expand their influence within an organization and adopt persuasion strategies that suit particular audiences. The final chapter outlines a basic structure for formal presentations and describes a number of classical rhetorical devices. An appendix offers suggestions for making the most of presentation visuals such as charts and graphs. Annotation ©2006 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
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To be effective, managers have to be skilled at acquiring power and using that power to persuade others to get things done. This guide offers must-know methods for commanding attention, changing minds, and influencing decision makers up and down the organizational ladder. The Harvard Business Essentials series provides comprehensive advice, personal coaching, background information, and guidance on the most relevant topics in business. Whether you are a new manager seeking to expand your skills or a seasoned professional looking to broaden your knowledge base, these solution-oriented books put reliable answers at your fingertips.
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