I found this piece to be exceptionally well-crafted, and I'm eagerly anticipating the opportunity to delve into more works by this author. Given its potential popularity among our library patrons, we're certainly looking forward to adding it to our collection

Recommend for anyone who's found themselves suddenly in charge. You may have heard some of the information presented in this book already, but the reality is that many of us will find ourselves in a managerial or supervisory position without further training or preparation to tackle the shift from being a staff worker. The book contains simple and actionable advice for managing up with your superiors and managing down with your charges and has been updated for recent shifts in the work environment, such as remote working and the coming together of multiple generations in the work space.

Spot on: “Managing Up is not about brown-nosing” or becoming the equivalent of Teacher’s Pet. It’s a critical leadership skill that everyone, everywhere, and at every level must master. Suddenly in Charge, is just the book to help. The third edition offers modern advice to handle classic challenges - like asking for a raise or compensating staff appropriately (in chapter 8). As Matuson points out: it’s not all about money. No matter your career stage, keep this book handy to successfully navigate myriad people management situations – up, down, and all around.

Thank you to NetGalley for providing an advance copy of this title in exchange for a fair and honest review. I did read this book as I have been recently promoted into a leadership position and found it easy to read casually and helpful on a basic level.

As a new manager in my job, I felt like there was a good amount of information presented clearly in this book. I hope to implement some of what I read soon.

I appreciate that this is the third edition of this book so it must be successful. This edition is only half a book with no explanation as to why that is the case. The section on ‘Managing Down’ was completely omitted. The chapters are relatively short and are in the structure of ‘ tell them what you’re going to tell them , tell them and then summarise what you told them’. It is a very basic introduction to management. It is also American based - references are to American TV shows and icons. I got irritated by the alternate use of pronouns - sometimes he/him sometimes she/her and very occasionally they/them. A note at the beginning that one pronoun was intended to be inclusive would have sufficed. Perhaps , younger managers are more likely to take offence at using only one. As a management skills trainer of 25 years experience, I didn’t learn anything new. I would have liked some graphics to break up the monotony of the printed page. Thank you to NetGalley and Nicholas Brealey publishing for a prepublication ebook.

This is an insightful and important resource for the entire team. Naturally one would think that this guide is solely for business owners, leadership and administrators. However, it is also beneficial to employees.. This book offers strong practical advice and measurable action steps. The book is well written and the subject content is thought provoking. Content areas include different leadership styles, office politics and conflict resolution, asking for a raise, developing presence and making a lasting impression, as well as mentorship, and how to graciously exit from an organization.

While reading this book I came across a key point that the author states one must be vigilant and I wrote it down as a reminder when I step out to work every morning "Commitment always trumps compliance, and engagement will help ensure commitment."
There is something comforting about this book- and it's in the way the author explores workplace dynamics, from your team, the system in place, policies, mission and your bosses- and what to be on the lookout for and do more of- like being firmly rooted in getting the job done, and what to do less of if possible not to ever do-gossip.
For anyone in the work space- I bet this would come as a great guide, on the ethics and professionalism aspects to adorn.
Thanks Netgalley for the eARC.

*Thank you for the ARC!! All opinions are completely my own.** 4 stars. Useful and helpful book. Great basics for those in the workforce.

Absolutely packed with useful tips and learning opportunities. Whether you're new to managing or think you already know it all... This book has things to teach you! I think this could become a constant companion to refer to, flicking to sections as and when moments arise. I also love the flip side nature of it, what a clever idea! This should be a staple of all work places and shared with any colleagues and friends!