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The Management Methods of Jesus is loaded with insights on real-life situations managers and business people face every day. This comprehensive book deals with topics such as planning and preparation, recruitment and hiring, communications, conflict resolution, public relations and business... read more
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In a brilliant chatbook, Bob Briner distills stories from the Bible into one- and two-page lessons with specific examples of how to bring them into practice in the workplace.
A great book for new executives or all people in any level of power. Even if they didn't grow up "in the... read more (warning: may contain spoilers)
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- Jesus: Jesus of Nazareth, the Son of God. The greatest leader ever.
- The Apostles: Jesus' workers. The ones who proved that these leadership methods work!
- John: Add a description of this character.
- Matt
- Paul
- Peter
- James
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“"Acting forcefully and quickly does not mean going off half-cocked. Jesus' decision to drive the goons out of the temple wasn't based on rumors or unsubstantiatal reports. He knew what was going on. He saw it. Gather your facts, then act. Don't put it off. Get it over with and move on.”
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“A smart executive will make sure that in their zeal to please, to advance, or to make just one more deal, his employees don't drive themselves so hard they have a flameout.”
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“One way to combat <the trap of arrogance> is to keep a picture in your mind of Jesus Christ, God's perfect son, kneeling before ordinary men, his own disciples, and washing their feet. With this picture in mind, it is pretty hard to be arrogant.”
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“In business, really in all of life, it is impossible to say "thank you" too many times. Do as Jesus did. Say it often.”
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“You need to be the kind of leader who appreciates and rewards those who will tell you the truth, no matter how distasteful that truth might be.”
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“The surest way to success for a business executive is to put his employees and his customers first -- in effect, to become a servant to them and meeting their needs.”
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A fundamental management principle then, both for individuals and for organizations, is to have a plan to which you are deeply committed, and then to set out with determination to accomplish it.
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They find ways to teach, to inculcate those around them with their business ideas and ideals. Be
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Jesus' decision to drive the goons out of the temple wasn't based on rumors or unsubstantial reports. He knew what was going on.
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Make sure you are as free as possible to do the things only you can do-the things you were hired to do and
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way to combat it is to keep a picture in your mind of Jesus Christ, God's perfect son, kneeling before ordinary men, his own disciples, and washing their feet.
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Jesus did not get involved with details. He used his staff for those. Jesus did the things only he could do.
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First Sentence edit
It is amazing how few companies have a master plan by which they chart their course and measure their progress.
Table of Contents edit
Acknowledgments
Introduction
Have a Plan
Be Prepared
Choose Your Own Associates
To Fill a Key Spot, Pull Out All the Stops
Teach, Teach, Teach
Practice Private Communication
Establish Authority
Insist on Absolutes
Watch Your Timing
Handle Corruption Immediately
Don't Sugarcoat
Get Away from It All
Field-Test Your Staff
Practice Good Public Relations
Get Good Logistical Support
Learn a Little Humility
Share the Glory
Say "Thanks"
Stay in Touch with Real People
Be Responsive
Don't Neglect Public Speaking
Cut Your Losses
Learn How to Rebuke
Beware of Sychophants
Be a Servant
Discourage Position Jockeying
Be a Fruit Inspector
Stop Worrying
Avoid Grandstand Plays
Be Fair to All, Generous Where Appropriate
Be a Risk Taker
Take Care of the Children
Pay Your Taxes
Let Your Results Speak for You
Don't Cast Your Pearls Before Swine
Be an Inspirational Leader
Prune for Productivity
Don't Try to Serve Two Masters
Remain Calm in the Storm
Eat with the Troops
Evaluate Constantly
Share Corporate Love
Take the Narrow Path
Serve Families
Prepare for Tough Times
Stand Up for Your People
Set Priorities
Prepare for Your Successors
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- Bob Briner (Author)
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Original Language: English
Publisher: Thomas Nelson, Inc.
Country: USA
Publication Date: 1996
ISBN: Add the ISBN.
Page Count: 114
Publisher: Thomas Nelson, Inc.
Country: USA
Publication Date: 1996
ISBN: Add the ISBN.
Page Count: 114
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- Dewey: 658
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