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The One Minute Manager Meets The Monkey Hardcover – November 28, 1989

by Ken Blanchard (Author), Jr. William Oncken (Author), Hal Burrows (Author)
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One simple idea can set you free: Don't take on a problem if it isn't yours! One of the most liberating books in the extraordinary One Minute Manager Library teaches managers an unforgettable lesson: how to have time to do what they want and need to do. 

The authors tell why managers who accept every problem given them by their staffs become hopeless bottlenecks. With a vivid, humorous, and too familiar scenario they show a manager loaded down by all the monkeys that have jumped from their rightful owners onto his back. Then step by step they show how managers can free themselves from doing everyone else's job and ensure that every problem is handled by the proper staff person. By using Oncken's Four Rules of Monkey Management managers will learn to become effective supervisors of time, energy, and talent -- especially their own.

If you have ever wondered why you are in the office on the weekends and your staff is on the golf course, The One Minute Manager Meets the Monkey is for you. It's priceless!

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    November 28, 1989
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    0688067670
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    978-0688067670
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In this latest in the One Minute Manager series, the authors chastise executives who never have time for family or their own job enhancement because they accept too many responsibilities--"monkeys" clinging to their backs--that properly belong to their staffs. Based on seminars conducted by the late Oncken, the book explains in simple-minded if abstract terms how to achieve a balance between supervision and delegation for reduced tension and improved productivity. "There is a high correlation between self-reliance and morale," stress the authors. With humor and logic they describe the delicate business of assigning monkeys to the right masters and keeping them healthy, i.e., fed and cared for: " . . . if monkeys are managed properly, you don't have to manage people so much." Unequivocal assignments, proper coaching and interim check-ups, according to this program, can lead to effective delegation and, with it, a better life at home and office. BOMC selection.
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"This book has an important message for all managers who wonder why they're working nights and weekends while their assistants are relaxing."--Rudolf Soloman, "San Francisco Examiner""Helpful, insightful...fits the one-minute theme perfectly."--"Booklist""Unbeliebable! Three of today's literary business giants have temaed up to write an all-time best seller for business people everywhere."--Charles "Red" Scott, President and CEO Intermark Inc. and The Trident Group Ltd."Bill Oncken's 'Managing Mangaement Time--Who's Got the Monkey?' story was profound, entertaining, and practical--lots of insights that can readily be incorporated into your life. I strongly recommend that you read "The One Minute Manager Meets the Monkey."..a whole new dimension will be revealed to you."--Jack Linkletter, President Linkletter Enterprises Costa Mesa, California"Outstanding! Delightful reading and first-rate advice."--Forrest Patton, Author of "Psychology of Closing Sales; " President, Patton Communications Houston, Texas"The 'Monkey Story' humorously illustrates invaluable principles for managers at all levels, principles that can be put to use immediately."--Phil Pellegrino, Vice President of Sales, Oscar Mayer Food Corporation, Madison, Wisconsin

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ William Morrow; First Edition (November 28, 1989)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 137 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0688067670
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0688067670
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 8.6 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.5 x 0.61 x 8.25 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
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    Few people have influenced the day-to-day management of people and companies more than Ken Blanchard. A prominent, sought-after author, speaker, and business consultant, Dr. Blanchard is universally characterized by his friends, colleagues, and clients as one of the most insightful, powerful, and compassionate individuals in business today. Ken is one of the most influential leadership experts in the world and is respected for his years of groundbreaking work in the fields of leadership and management.

    Dr. Ken Blanchard is the cofounder and Chief Spiritual Officer of The Ken Blanchard Companies, an international management training and consulting firm that he and his wife, Margie Blanchard, began in 1979 in San Diego, California. In addition to being a renowned speaker and consultant, Ken also spends time as a visiting lecturer at his alma mater, Cornell University, where he is a trustee emeritus of the Board of Trustees.

    Ken has received many awards and honors for his contributions in the fields of management, leadership, and speaking. The National Speakers Association awarded him its highest honor, the "Council of Peers Award of Excellence." He was inducted into the HRD Hall of Fame by Training magazine and Lakewood Conferences, and he received the Golden Gavel Award from Toastmasters International. Ken also received The Thought Leadership Award for continued support of work-related learning and performance by ISA--The Association of Learning Providers. Ken has been inducted into Amazon's Hall of Fame as one of the top 25 best-selling authors of all time. The business school at Grand Canyon University bears his name. In addition, Ken teaches students in the Master of Science in Executive Leadership Program at the University of San Diego.

    Born in New Jersey and raised in New York, Ken received a master's degree from Colgate University, and a bachelor's and PhD from Cornell University. An avid golfer, Ken belongs to the Loch Lomond Golf Club in Scotland.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent resource--easy reading, practical advice!
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Not my first one of this book, good message, easy read, not too long of a book.
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I got this book for a college class and I LOVED it! I would recommend this to any and everyone that has ever taken on more then they should both in a work and professional aspect of their lives! I will forever be grateful for what I have learned in this short easy read!!!
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The One Minute Manger Meets the Monkey by Ken Blanchard
This book follows the series format of short chapters, wide margins and story examples that makes concepts easy to read and understand.
In this version, the management concept written originally by Bill Oncken Jr for HBR in 1974 is merged with the One Minute Manager style. Basically to let the assigned worker do their own work and not let it get transferred back to the manager’s desk.
Some of the examples are a bit dated but the overall concept is good. It’s about responsibility and accountability at the lowest level possible.
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This book is a must read if you are a leader in any capacity. No matter what responsibilities you have this book makes you reevaluate your management skills
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5.0 out of 5 stars This will help you if your calendar is always full
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This book will teach you how to manage your staff, your boss, and everyone who tries to give their work. Especially useful to new managers.
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5.0 out of 5 stars A must read!
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Every manager should read this book. It is a quick and easy read, but it sure packs a punch. I implemented changes immediately and I'm sure I'll be referencing back to it for years to come. Do yourself the favor and read it.
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Great book - I was new to leading a team and wasn’t aware of just how many monkeys I was carrying until I read this book!
Where I thought I was supporting my team I wasn’t because I wasn’t allowing them to learn, take ownership. I was also not helping myself by doing everyone else’s tasks meaning I didn’t have time to reflect and look grow my team individually and as a whole.
This has really supported my development and how I develop my team
I have read the book through twice initially and I know it will be a re-read again just to keep me on track and support birds eye thinking
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5.0 out of 5 stars un must read pour les managers
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5.0 out of 5 stars Best book I have ever read
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If you think your are working long hours, week ends and holidays but still have lot of pending work then you must read this book. you will find out the actual reason. I'm cursing my self for not reading this book a decade back.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Buena lectura
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Simplemente es un buen libro que a través de ejemplos claros y cotidianos nos enseña a administrar mejor nuestro tiempo y prioridades así como decir no.
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