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The Rules Of Management, Expanded Edition: A De... Apr 2026

From the Back Cover ... Some people find management so easy. They appear to be natural leaders, painlessly negotiating the system, Amazon.com

The expanded edition introduces 10 new rules to the original bestseller, providing a more comprehensive guide for both aspiring and seasoned leaders. Core Pillars of Success

Take the blame ("take the rap") for your team's mistakes but always share the credit for their successes. 2. Managing Yourself The Rules of Management, Expanded Edition: A De...

Hire people who are "raw talent" or even better than you in certain areas, then empower them to grow.

Manage your own stress and health, as a burnt-out manager cannot lead effectively. From the Back Cover

While some critics argue that the rules are "common sense," Templar acknowledges this, noting that while most people know these principles, very few actually apply them consistently.

Readers often describe the book as a "mentor in a box" because it cuts through management theory to provide "nuggets of wisdom". It challenges the idea that managers should manage people's emotions; instead, Templar argues they should manage . Core Pillars of Success Take the blame ("take

Focus on the "big picture" (Rule 62) rather than getting lost in minutiae. Why It Resonates