Books
Imagine a workplace where your leadership motivates staff, sparks innovation, and creates a culture of excellence. Sounds good?
This vision is not a distant goal, but an achievable reality which I can help you to reach.
Through the rich repository of my book “Management and Leadership” and the distilled wisdom in “40 Management & Leadership Insights” you can quickly discover the skills needed to become the best manager that you can be.
These resources are not just books. You may consider them to be roadmaps to your success, guiding you effortlessly towards improved management skills and transformative leadership.
By embracing these insights, you’re not only investing in your professional development but you are unlocking the potential for positive change within you, your teams and your organisation.
Ready to take the first step towards becoming the leader your team deserves? Order your copies now, and let’s embark on this journey together.
Winner of Most Inspirational Business & Leadership Author (UK) Award
EU Business News - European Enterprise Awards 2023
Richard J. Thorne is a Chartered Fellow of the BCS. He has more than 35 years of management experience, gained in small, medium and large organisations, both within the UK and Internationally.
He has managed small teams, large teams, remote teams, International teams, many different sizes of projects and multi-million pound budgets. He’s recruited people, promoted people, dismissed people, investigated allegations, re-structured departments, written policies and procedures, dealt with real-life disasters and lived to tell the tale.
Through his books “Management & Leadership” and “40 Management & Leadership Insights”, and through training and coaching sessions, Richard is keen to share his experience and help others to become the best managers that they can be.
Management & Leadership
Are you ready to take your management skills to the next level? Whether you’re a fresh-faced manager or a seasoned pro, this book is your ultimate companion on the journey to becoming a remarkable leader.
Drawing from over 35 years of invaluable real-world experience in various sizes and types of organisations worldwide, the author knows exactly what it takes to excel in a management role. No dry theory here—this book is packed with practical techniques, insightful advice, and real-life examples that will guide you through the exciting yet challenging world of management.
Discover the core principles of effective management as we explore the true essence of being a manager and the unique roles you’ll play. From honing essential skills to tackling the toughest challenges head-on, this book covers it all. Learn how to build high-performing teams, navigate change with confidence, and master the art of strategic decision-making.
But this isn’t just another run-of-the-mill business book. It’s a valuable resource filled with actionable strategies and tips that you can implement immediately. With each page, you’ll gain the knowledge and tools you need to succeed, leaving behind the mediocre managers and venturing into a league of your own.
So, whether you’re taking your first leap into management or looking to level up your existing skills, get ready to embark on an exhilarating journey. Together, we’ll unlock the secrets of effective management, empowering you to become the kind of leader who leaves a lasting positive impact. Dare to be remembered for all the right reasons—grab your copy now.
Containing more than 100 chapters, the book sections include:
(Click on underlined headings to view chapter lists)
Introduction
Building a Strong Foundation
- The Journey Begins: Stepping into the World of Management
- The Fundamentals of Management
- The Evolution of Management
- Key Responsibilities of a Manager
- Typical Challenges of a Manager
- Principles for Effective Management – Henri Fayol’s Administrative Theory
- Understanding the Different Management Styles
- 25 Things I Wish Someone Had Told Me Before I Became a Manager
- The First 4 Weeks in the Role
- The First 6 Months in the Role
Developing Essential Management Skills
- Taking Stock: Getting to Know Your Environment, Culture, and Team
- Understanding Different Employee Types
- Stakeholder Analysis: Understanding and Implementation
- Setting out Your Stall – Creating a Vision and Drafting Your Strategy
- Understanding and Conducting a SWOT Analysis
- Understanding PESTEL Analysis and Its Practical Application
- Effective Decision Making: Strategies and Theories for Success
- Effective Time Management and Prioritisation – The Path to Productivity
- Managing Multiple High-Priority Tasks: Balancing Expectations and Priorities
- Introduction to Project Management
- Managing Stakeholder Relationships
- Creating an Operational Plan
- Overview of the Agile Methodology
- Total Quality Management (TQM)
- The Principles and Methodology of Six Sigma
- Theory of Constraints (TOC)
- Change Management Models
- Lewin’s Change Model
- Kotter’s Eight-Step Process
- Prosci’s Change Management Process
- The Deming Cycle – Plan, Do, Check, Act
- The VUCA World
- The Importance of Risk Management
- The Process of Risk Management
- The ISO 31000 Methodology
- The PMI Risk Management Framework
- The COSO ERM Framework
- The Principles of Financial Management
- Budgeting and Planning
- Cost Control
- Financial Analysis
- Cash Flow Management
- Financial Risk Management
- Compliance and Governance
- Strategic Financial Decision-Making
- Stakeholder Communication
- An Overview of Procurement
- Developing an Effective Procurement Strategy
Effective People Management
- An Introduction to People Management
- Theory X and Theory Y Management
- Building Relationships and Trust: Getting to Know Your Team
- Effective Communication: Making a Connection
- Motivating Staff and Setting Them Up for Success
- Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs and Its Relevance in Employee Motivation
- The Power of Fun in the Workplace: Boosting Productivity and Job Satisfaction
- Understanding Team Dynamics
- Recruitment – The basics
- Welcoming New Starters
- The Induction Process
- Employee Handbook
- The Process of Team Formation
- Team Building Activities
- Setting Objectives
- SMART Objectives
- Performance Metrics and Key Performance Indicators (KPI)
- Monitoring Progress
- Appraisals and Reviews
- Recognising and Rewarding Excellence
- Dealing with an Underperforming Employee
- Dealing with an Employee not meeting their Potential
- The Importance of Documentation
- The Importance of Staff Development
- Establishing a Coaching and Mentoring Programme
- Additional Staff Development Methods
- Workplace Conflict
- Task-Related Conflicts
- Relationship Conflicts
- Communication Conflicts
- Role Conflicts
- Values Conflicts
- Conflict of Interest
Enhancing Leadership Skills
- The Difference between Managers and Leaders
- Understanding Different Leadership Styles
- Situational Leadership Model – Paul Hersey and Kenneth Blanchard
- Path-Goal Theory – Robert J. House and Terrence R. Mitchell
- The Leadership Grid – Robert R. Blake and Jane S. Mouton
- Transformational Management – James MacGregor Burns
- Developing Transformational Leadership Skills
- Choosing and Adapting Your Own Leadership Style(s)
- Defining your Mission
- The need for a Vision
- Creating your Vision
- Example Vision Statements
- Creating a Strategic Plan
- The Purpose of a Board
- Engaging with the Board
- How to be a Great Board Member
- The Value of Innovation
- Encouraging Innovation and Creativity
- Earning Respect: Building Positive Relationships
- Using Reflective Practice for Personal and Professional Development
- 360-Degree Feedback for Leadership Development
- The Value of Continuing Professional Development
Conclusion
Reflecting on your Leadership and Management Development
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