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== Management skills articles ==
 
== Management skills articles ==
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[[File:Management skills.jpg|thumbnail|right|450px|Effective managers have to have a variety of skills and attributes in order to be successful. ]]
 
*[https://corporatefinanceinstitute.com/resources/management/management-skills/ Management skills], Corporate Finance Institute
 
*[https://corporatefinanceinstitute.com/resources/management/management-skills/ Management skills], Corporate Finance Institute
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== Management by objectives ==
 
== Management by objectives ==
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[[File:Success target.png|thumbnail|right|250px|SMART goals are Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound.<ref>[https://www.mindtools.com/a4wo118/smart-goals SMART Goals]</ref>]]
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''See also:'' [[Management by objectives]] and [[Goal setting]]
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''See also:'' [[Goal setting]]
      
Management by objectives (MBO) is a process where a manager and employee agree on goals and then develop a plan to achieve them. The goal is to align objectives throughout an organization and increase employee participation and commitment. MBO is a strategic approach to enhance the performance of an organization.  
 
Management by objectives (MBO) is a process where a manager and employee agree on goals and then develop a plan to achieve them. The goal is to align objectives throughout an organization and increase employee participation and commitment. MBO is a strategic approach to enhance the performance of an organization.  
    
=== Steps in the MBO process ===
 
=== Steps in the MBO process ===
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[[File:Success target.png|thumbnail|right|250px|SMART goals are Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound.<ref>[https://www.mindtools.com/a4wo118/smart-goals SMART Goals]</ref>]]
 
'''1.''' Set goals
 
'''1.''' Set goals
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'''2.''' Set realistic goals
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'''2.''' Set realistic goals. SMART goals are Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound.<ref>[https://www.mindtools.com/a4wo118/smart-goals SMART Goals]</ref>
    
'''3.''' Jointly participate in [[goal setting]], planning, and controlling
 
'''3.''' Jointly participate in [[goal setting]], planning, and controlling
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'''3.''' Operational or Individual: Specific objectives belonging to an individual
 
'''3.''' Operational or Individual: Specific objectives belonging to an individual
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== Organizational execution ==
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''See also:'' [[Organizational execution]] and [[Business execution]]
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[[Organizational execution]], also known as strategy execution, is the process of translating an organization's strategic plans into concrete and actionable steps designed to achieve desired organizational outcomes. It's the necessary bridge between [[planning]] and actual performance.  It insures the organization's vision is not merely a vision statement and/or document but is actively implemented and realized.<ref>[https://www.google.com/search?q=organizational+execution&sca_esv=f4a507d3545d66d8&sxsrf=AE3TifMDzhEhw--2LulRhIPZFbN047V3ig%3A1755661534759&ei=3kSlaPuMLreGptQP653xsAk&ved=0ahUKEwj78__wvJiPAxU3g4kEHetOHJYQ4dUDCBA&uact=5&oq=organizational+execution&gs_lp=Egxnd3Mtd2l6LXNlcnAiGG9yZ2FuaXphdGlvbmFsIGV4ZWN1dGlvbjIEECMYJzIEEAAYHjIGEAAYCBgeMgYQABgIGB4yBhAAGAgYHjIGEAAYCBgeMgYQABgIGB4yCxAAGIAEGIYDGIoFMgsQABiABBiGAxiKBTIFEAAY7wVIoTFQAFjnJ3AAeAGQAQCYAZ0BoAHvDqoBBDAuMTW4AQPIAQD4AQGYAg-gAqYPwgIKECMY8AUYsAIYJ8ICDRAAGIAEGLEDGIMBGA3CAgYQABgHGB7CAgoQLhiABBixAxgNwgIKEC4YgAQY1AIYDcICChAAGIAEGLEDGA3CAgcQABiABBgNwgIIEAAYgAQYogTCAggQABiiBBiJBcICCBAAGAgYDRgewgIHECMYsAIYJ8ICCBAAGAcYCBgemAMAkgcEMC4xNaAHh2qyBwQwLjE1uAemD8IHBTAuNi45yAcx&sclient=gws-wiz-serp Organizational execution]</ref><ref>[https://www.google.com/search?q=strategy+execution&sca_esv=f4a507d3545d66d8&sxsrf=AE3TifMjuFsIi8bEMzsSP_DB5W5EnJijmg%3A1755661510374&ei=xkSlaNbRFoWbptQP3cHpyAo&ved=0ahUKEwjWzK_lvJiPAxWFjYkEHd1gGqkQ4dUDCBA&uact=5&oq=strategy+execution&gs_lp=Egxnd3Mtd2l6LXNlcnAiEnN0cmF0ZWd5IGV4ZWN1dGlvbjILEAAYgAQYkQIYigUyBhAAGAcYHjIGEAAYBxgeMgYQABgHGB4yBhAAGAcYHjIGEAAYBxgeMgYQABgHGB4yBhAAGAcYHjIGEAAYBxgeMgYQABgHGB5IgR5QAFjrGXAAeAGQAQCYAd8BoAHnCaoBBTAuOC4xuAEDyAEA-AEBmAIHoAKqB8ICChAjGPAFGLACGCfCAg0QABiABBixAxiDARgNwgIKEC4YgAQYsQMYDcICChAuGIAEGNQCGA3CAgoQABiABBixAxgNwgIHEAAYgAQYDZgDAJIHAzAuN6AH1T6yBwMwLje4B6oHwgcDMi03yAcd&sclient=gws-wiz-serp Strategy execution]</ref>
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Effective execution involves aligning the organization's structure, processes, and culture with its strategic goals, and cultivating a clear understanding of roles and responsibilities and accountability throughout the organization. It involves implementing the chosen strategy/strategies, monitoring progress, and making the required adjustments. Effectively executing a strategy is crucial for organizational success, as it bridges the gap between planning and achieving actual results.<ref>[https://www.google.com/search?q=organizational+execution&sca_esv=f4a507d3545d66d8&sxsrf=AE3TifMDzhEhw--2LulRhIPZFbN047V3ig%3A1755661534759&ei=3kSlaPuMLreGptQP653xsAk&ved=0ahUKEwj78__wvJiPAxU3g4kEHetOHJYQ4dUDCBA&uact=5&oq=organizational+execution&gs_lp=Egxnd3Mtd2l6LXNlcnAiGG9yZ2FuaXphdGlvbmFsIGV4ZWN1dGlvbjIEECMYJzIEEAAYHjIGEAAYCBgeMgYQABgIGB4yBhAAGAgYHjIGEAAYCBgeMgYQABgIGB4yCxAAGIAEGIYDGIoFMgsQABiABBiGAxiKBTIFEAAY7wVIoTFQAFjnJ3AAeAGQAQCYAZ0BoAHvDqoBBDAuMTW4AQPIAQD4AQGYAg-gAqYPwgIKECMY8AUYsAIYJ8ICDRAAGIAEGLEDGIMBGA3CAgYQABgHGB7CAgoQLhiABBixAxgNwgIKEC4YgAQY1AIYDcICChAAGIAEGLEDGA3CAgcQABiABBgNwgIIEAAYgAQYogTCAggQABiiBBiJBcICCBAAGAgYDRgewgIHECMYsAIYJ8ICCBAAGAcYCBgemAMAkgcEMC4xNaAHh2qyBwQwLjE1uAemD8IHBTAuNi45yAcx&sclient=gws-wiz-serp Organizational execution]</ref><ref>[https://www.google.com/search?q=strategy+execution&sca_esv=f4a507d3545d66d8&sxsrf=AE3TifMjuFsIi8bEMzsSP_DB5W5EnJijmg%3A1755661510374&ei=xkSlaNbRFoWbptQP3cHpyAo&ved=0ahUKEwjWzK_lvJiPAxWFjYkEHd1gGqkQ4dUDCBA&uact=5&oq=strategy+execution&gs_lp=Egxnd3Mtd2l6LXNlcnAiEnN0cmF0ZWd5IGV4ZWN1dGlvbjILEAAYgAQYkQIYigUyBhAAGAcYHjIGEAAYBxgeMgYQABgHGB4yBhAAGAcYHjIGEAAYBxgeMgYQABgHGB4yBhAAGAcYHjIGEAAYBxgeMgYQABgHGB5IgR5QAFjrGXAAeAGQAQCYAd8BoAHnCaoBBTAuOC4xuAEDyAEA-AEBmAIHoAKqB8ICChAjGPAFGLACGCfCAg0QABiABBixAxiDARgNwgIKEC4YgAQYsQMYDcICChAuGIAEGNQCGA3CAgoQABiABBixAxgNwgIHEAAYgAQYDZgDAJIHAzAuN6AH1T6yBwMwLje4B6oHwgcDMi03yAcd&sclient=gws-wiz-serp Strategy execution]</ref>
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Organization execution incorporates having both an [[action orientation]] and a [[results orientation]].
    
== Team management ==
 
== Team management ==
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''See also:'' [[Team management]]
 
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[[Team management]] is the process of organizing and coordinating a group of individuals to achieve a common goal. It involves [[teamwork skills]], [[communication skills]], [[Listening skills|active listening]], objective setting, performance setting, and creating a productive and positive culture. Team management also involves identifying problems and [[conflict resolution]] within a team.  
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[[Team management]] is the process of organizing and coordinating a group of individuals to achieve a common goal. It involves [[teamwork skills]], [[communication skills]], [[Listening skills|active listening]], objective setting, performance setting, and creating a productive and positive culture. Team management also involves identifying problems and [[conflict resolution]] within a team.
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== Change management ==
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''See also:'' [[Change management]]
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[[Change management]] is a systematic approach to dealing with the transition or transformation of a organization's goals, processes or technologies. The purpose of [[change]] management is to implement strategies for effecting change, controlling change and helping people to adapt to change."<ref>[https://www.techtarget.com/searchcio/definition/change-management#:~:text=Change%20management%20is%20a%20systematic,people%20to%20adapt%20to%20change. Change Management]</ref>
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== Managing in a VUCA environment ==
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[[File:VUCA.jpg|thumbnail|right|300px|VUCA stands for volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity. It describes the situation of constant, unpredictable change that is now the norm in certain industries and areas of the business world."<ref>[https://www.mindtools.com/asnydwg/managing-in-a-vuca-world Managing in a VUCA World]</ref>]]
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"VUCA stands for volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity. It describes the situation of constant, unpredictable change that is now the norm in certain industries and areas of the business world."<ref>[https://www.mindtools.com/asnydwg/managing-in-a-vuca-world Managing in a VUCA World]</ref>
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*[https://www.mindtools.com/asnydwg/managing-in-a-vuca-world Managing in a VUCA World], Mindtools.com
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*[https://hbr.org/2014/01/what-vuca-really-means-for-you What VUCA Really Means for You], Harvard Business Review
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*[https://www.vuca-world.org/ VUCA world]
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*[https://www.techtarget.com/whatis/definition/VUCA-volatility-uncertainty-complexity-and-ambiguity What is VUCA (volatility, uncertainty, complexity and ambiguity)?], Techtarget.com
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*[http://www.slideshare.net/dcaron/its-a-vuca-world-cips-cio-march-5-2009-draft VUCA slideshow]
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*[http://www.au.af.mil/au/awc/awcgate/ndu/strat-ldr-dm/pt1ch2.html VUCA and decision making]
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=== Effective decision making in a VUCA world ===
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*[https://www.crenshawassociates.com/blog/effective-decision-making-in-a-vuca-environment Effective Decision-Making in a VUCA Environment], Crenshaw Associates
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*[https://www.forbes.com/sites/eriklarson/2021/12/28/is-vuca-really-the-enemy-of-good-decision-making/ Is VUCA Really The Enemy Of Good Decision-Making?], Forbes, 2021
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== Self-management ==
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''See also:'' [[Self-management]]
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[[Self-management]] is one's ability to regulate your behaviors, thoughts, and emotions in an optimally productive way. This means excelling in both personal and professional responsibilities for the benefit of yourself and others.<ref>[https://asana.com/resources/self-management What is self-management? (7 skills to improve it)], Asana</ref>
    
== Management quotes ==
 
== Management quotes ==
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*"The way management treats associates is exactly how the associates will treat the customers." — Sam Walton
 
*"The way management treats associates is exactly how the associates will treat the customers." — Sam Walton
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== Books on management ==
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*''[[Winning by Jack Welch with Suzy Welch|Winning]]'' by Jack Welch with Suzy Welch. Harper Business; First Edition (April 1, 2005)
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*''Execution: The Discipline of Getting Things Done'' by Larry Bossidy, Ram Charan and Charles Burck. Crown Currency; 1st edition (June 15, 2002)
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*''The New One Minute Manager'' by Ken Blanchard and Spencer Johnson M.D. William Morrow; 1st edition (May 5, 2015)
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*''First, Break All the Rules: What the World's Greatest Managers Do Differently'' by  Marcus Buckingham and Gallup Organization. ‎ Gallup Pr; 1st edition (May 1, 2016)
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*''Getting Things Done: The Art of Stress-Free Productivity'' by David Allen. Penguin Books; Revised ed. edition (March 17, 2015)
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*''The Essential Drucker: The Best of Sixty Years of Peter Drucker's Essential Writings on Management'' (Collins Business Essentials) by Peter F. Drucker. Harper Business; Reissue edition (July 22, 2008)
    
== See also ==
 
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*[[Organizational skills]]
 
*[[Organizational skills]]
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*[[Decision making]]
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== External links ==
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*[https://www.toolshero.com/management/ Management], ToolsHero.com
    
==References==
 
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