Principles of Management

Abstract

Managing is often a component of leadership. Effective managers understand what it means to be a manager, their managerial style, and how to demonstrate a high level of “managerial intelligence.” The “Manager Imperative” is to get things done through assigned staff and administrative components. It asserts that there is no one best way to manage, and that managers adapt their style to the situation. Managerial Intelligence (MI) is based on two foundations (build positive relationships and clarify expectations), and the 3 R’s: define Roles (i.e., job responsibilities), clarify Requirements (i.e., set staff accountability standards), and use Rank (i.e., formal authority).