Developing the Manager as a Helper

Are managers helpers? This book argues they should be. It is designed to help managers develop the helping skills vital for successful management. Using a six-stage model of helping, the author identifies key skills which can help managers to empower themselves and others: self awareness; establishing rapport and building relationships; listening and empathy; probing for information; identifying themes and seeing the bigger picture; giving feedback; and challenging assumptions. Readers are encouraged to develop and practice these skills through a range of self-assessment exercises. The workbook format should enable managers to monitor certain important aspects of their behaviour and improve the effectiveness of their helping interventions.