This book cuts through the jargon and fads and fashions and focuses on crucial issues such as networking, decision-making, coping with stress, dealing with problem people and project management. Now in its third edition, this highly successful book has been fully revised and updated to take account of evolving styles of leadership, rapid change and technological developments. Each chapter contains step-by-step guidance, clear definitions and practical solutions to management situations, along with real-life examples. Whether read straight through or kept on the desk for reference, this book provides essential guidance for every manager.