Review: Another hit from Michael Nir
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 09 27, 2013
There is something about the many publications that Michael Nir produces that makes him a sure fire winner to read. Among those qualities is his ability to offer brief but succinct information in a warm, caring, entertaining manner, words that can be read quickly the first time around and then always be there for reference point then conditions call for a refresher course.In INFLUENCE AND LEADERSHIP he addresses how to be an influential leader. Some of the areas he addresses include being likeable, how to use power, being aware of the variety of stakeholders (high power high interest stakeholders - manage closely, high power low interest stakeholders - keep satisfied, low power high interest stake holders - keep informed, low power low interest stakeholders - monitor with minimal effort), styles of leadership and how to make your chosen style work for you, and communication style - perhaps e most helpful section in the book.Nir weaves his important points into a tapestry of his own experiences, making the ideas credible and accessible, and he keeps that warm feeling of caring about how we are progressing in our search for self-improvement active and productive. Though his books are brief, they are rich in information and will become necessary additions to the desk drawer library of resources when questions arise - as they always will. Highly recommended. Grady Harp, September 13