In the contemporary landscape of management, the ability to cut through jargon and focus on essential competencies is invaluable. Markus Baumanns and Torsten Schumacher offer a pragmatic guide that moves beyond superficial buzzwords to identify what managers truly need to master today. Their approach emphasizes clarity, authenticity, and actionable skills, aiming to equip leaders with tools that foster meaningful impact within organizations.

• Pragmatism over buzzwords: Effective management requires focusing on real capabilities rather than fashionable but empty terminology.
• Authentic leadership: Managers must cultivate genuine relationships and trust to lead teams successfully.
• Strategic decision-making: The ability...
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