Getting Things Done When You Are Not in Charge, Second Edition
- 2h 49m
- Geoffrey M. Bellman
- Berrett-Koehler Publishers
- 2001
You May Not Be In Charge--But You Can Get Things Done
When it comes down to it, none of us is really in charge. In today's changing temporary, and virtual organizations, it's difficult to know who is in charge, but you know that you are not! And yet you want to contribute, to make a difference. This book can help you do just that. In this new edition of his classic bestseller, Geoff Bellman shows you how to make things happen in any type of organization regardless of your formal position. He shows how to use his "Getting Things Done" model to accomplish great things right now. This book offers proven, practical techniques for
- Enlisting key people in your case
- Gaining the support of decision-makers for initiating change
- Creating rewards for yourself through the work you do
- Dealing with organizational politics and power
- Getting more of what you want out of your work life, and much more
Bellman's straightforward methods will help you increase your organizational effectiveness and your individual happiness. You'll discover new ways to contribute and succeed.
In this Book
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Getting Things Done—When You Are Not In Charge
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You Are Not In Charge
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A Model for Getting Things Done
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Why Is That Important?
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Pursuing Your Aspirations
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Discovering Dreams
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What Is Really Happening?
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Build Common Understanding
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Face the Politics
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Seek the Priorities
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Who Makes a Difference?
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Enlist Able Partners
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Controlling Work Dynamics
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Dealing with Decision Makers
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How Might You Help?
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Find the Courage to Risk
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Making Your Work Rewarding
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Create Change
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Actions That Get Things Done
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A Life Perspective on Leading Change
