Duration:
Self-study or classroom training
Description:
The 50-Minute Manager Series was designed to cover critical business and professional development topics in the shortest time possible. Our easy-to-read,
easy-to-understand format can be used for self-study or classroom training, or even office training. With a wealth of hands-on exercises, the 50-Minute
books keep you engaged and help you retain critical skills.
The leader of today has a vision for tomorrow: a vision that is clear, achievable, motivating, and exciting. Managing by vision allows an organization to
create its future. This book shows managers how to develop organizational vision, values, and mission to build team spirit and productivity.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
The Process of Visioning
Understanding the Process
The Essence-Driven Organization
Organizational Renewal Cycle
Visionary Leadership
Step 1: Clarify Values
Identifying Values
Linking Personal and Organizational Values
Values Cards
Values and Teams
Step 2: Scan the Current Situation
Exploring Your Current State
History of the Organization
Opportunities and Threats
Step 3: Define the Mission
Checking Your Mission
Organizational or Team Mission Statements
Pitfalls in Creating Mission Statements
Step 4: Create a Vision
Picturing Excellence
Vision and Performance
Visioning Releases Spirit
The Power of Preferred Imagery
How to Begin
Visioning Tools
Overall Visioning Process
Step 5: Implement the Vision
Communicating the Vision
Living the Vision
Outcomes of Visioning Process
References
