If You Want It Done Right, You Don't Have to Do It Yourself!: The Power of Effective Delegation [Hardcover]

Donna M. Genett PhD (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 1, 2004

In this delightful, quick-to-read, business-management allegory, Donna M. Genett, Ph.D., uses an entertaining narrative about identical cousins, James and Jones, to introduce her successful six-step program for effective delegation. Whether you are the one delegating or you wish to help your boss become a better delegator, these six simple steps are guaranteed to lighten your workload and give you more time to focus on what’s really important—on and off the job.

Editorial Reviews

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"By applying the simple, straightforward methods suggested by Genett, I will earn my time investment back many times over." -- Richard Hartman, Ph.D., Product Development Director, International Paper Company

"Delightful, simple, effective." -- Jack Michaels, CEO, HON Industries

"Genett provides six straightforward steps for creating ownership in the workplace—the best way to increase both job performance and loyalty." -- Donald O. Clifton, Ph.D., Chairman, Gallup International Research and Education Center Education Center

Delegating well brings a multitude of rewards. Genett gives us five easy steps to master an age-old problem." -- Patricia Crull, Chief Learning Officer at Toys R Us,
Chair, The American Society for Training and Development.

This book not only teaches you how to delegate, it teaches you how to teach your boss how to delegate! -- Paul L. Craig, Ph.D., ABPP, American Psychological Association Board of Directors

This is the core skill of effective management.Genett has written a wonderful book on how to become a better delegator—immediately! -- Brian Tracy, author, Turbo Strategy and Goals!

You can work hard, or you can work smart. Donna Genett shows you how to work smart. -- Gary Milgard, CEO Milgard Manufacturing

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Meets American Association of Pediatrics recommendations for sleeping, feedingand immunizations.

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 112 pages
• Publisher: Linden Publishing; F edition (January 1, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1884956327
• ISBN-13: 978-1884956324
• Product Dimensions: 8.1 x 5.4 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (14 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #145,923 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Allegorical book helps efficiency, December 21, 2003

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Linda K. Hardie (Reno, NV) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: If You Want It Done Right, You Don't Have to Do It Yourself!: The Power of Effective Delegation (Hardcover)

This slender little book, of fewer than 100 pages, can help you with your New Year's Resolution (or any time of the year) to be more efficient at the office. The author is a psychologist and consultant who helps companies enhance productivity and train managers.

Genett's book is written in the form of a story about cousins who have different management styles. One is successful and has time for a nice family life and hobbies, and the other's life is a mess. But the second learns Genett's Six Steps of Effective Delegation and becomes as happy and successful as his cousin.

It sounds hokey, but it's actually an effective way to impart these tips. This isn't some dry textbook, but a useful tool for learning how to efficiently delegate responsibility - and be successful at it. It's short enough to breeze through, and the tips are clearly marked along the way.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Powerful!, September 29, 2003

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Susan Braun (Plymouth, WI USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: If You Want It Done Right, You Don't Have to Do It Yourself!: The Power of Effective Delegation (Hardcover)

An easy read, but one that offers some significant take-aways! The concepts are so simple, but often overlooked in practice. Donna's tips can be applied not only in business, but also to raising children!

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A great parable - highly recommend it!, August 20, 2003

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Frank Hagel (Tacoma, wa United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: If You Want It Done Right, You Don't Have to Do It Yourself!: The Power of Effective Delegation (Hardcover)

This is a fresh, fun, simply communicated approach to helping managers delegate effectively and enjoy the results. A quick read but a serious lesson. I recommend it highly!!