Beyond Performance: What Employees Really Need to Know to Climb the Success Ladder [Hardcover]

Roland D. Noeln (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: March 31, 1999

Gives employees a manager's perspective on "how to succeed." Describes how managers think, what they expect, and what they like to see.

Editorial Reviews

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"If you want to earn more money, be promoted constantly and move forward effortlessly ... this great book will teach you all the secrets." -- Mark Victor Hansen, Co-author, Chicken Soup for the Soul Series

"Meeting Planners ask our Speakers Bureau for experts who have been there, done that, and learned from experience. They call that kind of speaker a Real Person. Roland D. Nolen shares his own business experiences in Beyond Performance. They sparkle with truth and wisdom. Buy a box full. You will want to give them to your staff and clients." -- Dottie Walters, President, Walters International Speakers Bureau, Author, Speak & Grow Rich

"Most books on how to succeed focus on bosses. This one focuses on the employee and how to manage up. What a great idea to finally show people what it takes to please the boss and get ahead." -- Michael A. Leven, CEO, US Franchise Systems, Inc.

"Nolen's information is very down to earth and can be adapted to a lot of different situations. For a new employee or even a new manager, this book is extremely helpful. And, if you're a seasoned person, it may be just the refresher course you've been looking for." -- Stephanie Thomas, Assistant Director Operation/Home Care Program, University of Illinois at Chicago

"Nolen's philosophy pulls back the covers and offers a good, long look into what management is thinking. This book is critical to your ability to move ahead in your organization. I recommend it highly." -- Alisa Speese, Staff Director, McDonald's Corporation

"Nothing soothes the working environment quite like the presence of a trusted advisor. Take Roland Nolen's advice and you will be on your way to a better, more relaxed, more productive career." -- Jack Canfield, Co-author, Chicken Soup for the Soul Series

"What impressed me is Nolen's practical, hands-on approach to career issues. His concepts are very closely aligned to my own personal beliefs and what I have followed in my own career -- and it has been very successful for me." -- William J. Skeens, Vice-President, Research & Development, Lucent Technologies

About the Author

Roland D. Nolen has more than 20 years of experience in dealing with the issues and personalities of Corporate America. He has worked as both employee and manager at such well-known companies as IBM, AT&T, and Lucent Technologies. He has conducted seminars for major corporations and national organizations, and has been the guest on numerous talk shows. His Beyond Performance Audio Cassette Program is in its third edition.

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 168 pages
• Publisher: New Perspectives; 1st edition (March 31, 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0964769751
• ISBN-13: 978-0964769755
• Product Dimensions: 8.6 x 5.6 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,619,524 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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16 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Roland Nolen helped me to adopt a new perspective, July 15, 1999

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This review is from: Beyond Performance: What Employees Really Need to Know to Climb the Success Ladder (Hardcover)

Roland D. Nolen is urging people in Corporate America to adopt a new perspective on success. "Most people work hard, if you think about it," Nolen says, "When it comes down to it, you have to differentiate yourself. The people with interpersonal skills, communication skills, and team player attitudes are the ones getting ahead." He claims that it is imperative for workers to see their weaknesses and strengths through the eyes of others. Communication is also crucial, claims Nolen. Most employees work very hard and produce good results; however, if they can't communicate their progress to others successfully, these people may never enjoy positive recognition. This has become increasingly more important as technical skills have gained value over interpersonal skills. With such intense emphasis on technology, employees rarely appreciate the significance of communication and perspective. Because of Roland D. Nolen, my career is finally going places!

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This books is really worth it ! Great Job !, June 7, 2000

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This review is from: Beyond Performance: What Employees Really Need to Know to Climb the Success Ladder (Hardcover)

Roland Nolen describes in simple terms and different situations how company dynamics really work. This book has beeninstrumental in helping me understand my manager more and hence helped me be more successful in my career ! Since I work in the Technology industry like Mr. Nolen, I totally understand the situations presented and the problems encountered in the day to day routines. I agree with so many things in this book (so uncanny !)He also gives you ways on how to improve your style, image and even productivity with very useful checklists at the end of the book