Who really knows how to get the most from a workforce: the manager or the employees? Each has a different approach to effective management what really motivates employees to go the extra mile. Each approaches management issues from a different angle – a different perspective – and without understanding both points of view, the picture is never fully complete. Perspectives on Managing Employees is the first book to offer both sides of the story. In an easy-to-read, question/answer format, Michael A. Fina provides the manager's perspective while a host of real employees gives the workforce point of view on topics including interviews and the first few days on the job, building and improving the relationship, the importance and best methods of celebrating, managing through problems and issues and a whole lot more. What makes this book different from other management books is that there is no author collaboration or sharing of information during the writing process. None of the authors were aware of what the others were writing. The result is a fascinating, no-holds-barred look at effective management as both the manager and employees see it, leaving readers with a list of action items and a better understanding of core management concepts to dramatically improve production and results.


Summary: A real winner for any business library catering to managers at any level
Rating: 5

In the 'Perspectives' business series the two authors never collaborate - so you get the truth from very different angles on each subject. Michael A. Fina's MANAGING EMPLOYEES presents the management perspective of Michael Fina, VP who has worked in his family's business and is regarded as an innovator, as well as the employees of different business structures. From how to get the most from new hires and building relationships to rewarding employees and managing problems, this provides a real winner for any business library catering to managers at any level.


Summary: Perspectives On Managing Employees
Rating: 5

I found this book to be well written, concise and insightful. I particularly found his knowledge pertaining to the importance of managing and retaining valued employees to be spot on. I have been a Human Resources practitioner for over 25 years and feel that Michael Fina has given us a fresh concise road map to help recognize, retain and engage employees from their first day at work. Managing Employees is one of the best business books I have read in some time and it reinforces and sheds light on many critical aspects of successfully managing employees. I have recommended this book to my colleagues and to anyone looking to improve their management skills.