Following through yesterday’s post on researching for books 📚 the below is a summary of the book I’m planning to purchase, its an old book but with evergreen teachings.
High Output Management by Andrew Grove is a classic book on management and leadership, based on the author’s experience as the CEO of Intel. The book covers various topics such as how to design and optimize production processes, how to measure and improve output, how to motivate and develop employees, how to make effective decisions, and how to plan and execute strategies.
The output of a manager is the output of the organizations under their influence. A manager can increase their output by performing high-leverage activities, such as teaching, coaching, delegating, and setting clear goals and expectations.
A manager should design production processes around the limiting steps, which are the most time-consuming or expensive parts of the process. A manager should also monitor and control the quality, quantity, and timeliness of the output, using objective and quantifiable indicators.
A manager should create a culture of performance and accountability, where employees are motivated by intrinsic and extrinsic rewards, and where feedback and reviews are frequent and constructive. A manager should also foster a climate of innovation and risk-taking, where employees are encouraged to experiment and learn from failures.
A manager should make decisions based on data and logic, not on opinions or emotions. A manager should also involve the relevant stakeholders in the decision-making process, and ensure that there is a clear and shared understanding of the decision and its rationale. A manager should also be prepared to change or reverse a decision if new information or circumstances arise.
A manager should plan and execute strategies that align with the vision and mission of the organization, and that address the opportunities and threats in the environment. A manager should also balance the needs and interests of the various constituencies, such as customers, employees, shareholders, and society. A manager should also anticipate and adapt to changes and uncertainties, and be ready to seize new opportunities.
I only have a few members reporting to me a lot lesser than I used to few years back so these days I am able to do more on mentoring and training which I love to do. TGIF
Cheers 🥂 MFR