1st Edition
Developing Management Proficiency A Self-Directed Learning Approach
Chapter 1: Introduction
Part I
Chapter 2: Management Competencies
Chapter 3: Self-directed Learning
Chapter 4: Self-assessment
Part II
Chapter 5: The Art of Networking
Chapter 6: The Art of Role Playing
Chapter 7: The Art of Observation
Chapter 8: The Art of Questioning
Chapter 9: The Art of Journaling
Part III
Chapter 10: The Path Forward
Appendix: Case Illustration
Index
Biography
Deb Cohen, Ph.D., is a management and HR expert. She is a writer, speaker, trainer, and consultant. Deb has 30 years’ experience as an association executive and business school professor.
"Debra Cohen provides a powerful, practical framework that can help any manager to reach their true potential!" –Marc Effron, President, The Talent Strategy Group, USA
"This self-help book proves there is always something new to learn. It clearly explains concepts, gives practical examples, and challenges you to organize and record your approach to your own learning. Whatever stage you are at in your management career it inspires you try something new and do what you do better. A book worth keeping to hand when you need to energise your next steps and those of others around you." – Caroline Brent, Senior Vice President, Future Talent Council, Stockholm, Sweden
"Developing Management Proficiency is a book that will challenge managers to take charge of developing their everyday management skills using selfdirected learning tools. Dr. Cohen provides practical tools and examples that are on point for all managers – including those who don’t yet manage people." – Gary Latham, Secretary of State Professor of Organizational Effectiveness, Rotman School of Management, University of Toronto
