Management by proverbs
Subtitle: applying timeless wisdom in the workplace
By: Michael A. Zigarelli.
Publisher: Moody Press
Published: 1999
Place of publication: Chicago
Language: eng
Format: Hardcover
Number of pages: 286
ISBN-13: 9780802461940
Subjects: Bible. O.T. Proverbs -- Criticism, interpretation, etc.; Management -- Religious aspects -- Christianity.; Executive ability -- Biblical teaching.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references.
Table of contents: title: Introduction : Why manage by Proverbs?; title: Part 1 : Laying a personal foundation for success.; title: Devote your work to the real boss; title: Regard profit as a means, not an end; title: Be humble; title: Prioritize family over work; title: Part 2 : Building a competitive workforce.; title: Measure twice, hire once; title: Offer applicants a realistic job preview; title: Select carefully your management team; title: Invest in employee training; title: Part 3 : Cultivating a culture of commitment.; title: Build organizational trust; title: Relieve employee stress; title: Value employee input; title: Develop employee careers; title: Part 4 : Evaluating and rewarding performance.; title: Measure performance validly; title: Deliver criticism with care; title: Reward employees with praise; title: Reward employees with profits; title: Part 5 : Controlling workplace conflict.; title: Restrain workplace gossip; title: Ensure due process; title: Discharge the dross; title: Epilogue : A strategy for continuous improvement