The One Minute Manager Meets the Monkey

Kenneth H. Blanchard, William Oncken Jr.

Nonfiction | Reference/Text Book | Adult | Published in 1989

Book Brief

Kenneth H. Blanchard, William Oncken Jr.

The One Minute Manager Meets the Monkey

Nonfiction | Reference/Text Book | Adult | Published in 1989

Book Details

Pages

137

Format

Reference/Text Book • Nonfiction

Publication Year

1989

Audience

Adult

Super Short Summary

The One Minute Manager Meets the Monkey by Kenneth H. Blanchard and William Oncken Jr. teaches managers to effectively delegate tasks by addressing the management of responsibilities. It uses the metaphor of "monkeys" to symbolize tasks that managers can delegate, empowering team members while freeing up the manager's time to focus on key priorities.

Informative

Inspirational

Contemplative

Reviews & Readership

4.3

7,173 ratings

81%

Loved it

14%

Mixed feelings

Not a fan

Review Roundup

The One Minute Manager Meets the Monkey offers practical advice on managing time and delegating tasks effectively. Readers appreciate the straightforward, actionable strategies, making it a valuable guide for managers. However, some find the concepts overly simplistic or repetitive. A quick read that's helpful for enhancing productivity and leadership skills.

Who Should Read The One Minute Manager Meets the Monkey?

Readers who enjoy The One Minute Manager Meets the Monkey are typically leaders or managers keen on improving time management and delegation skills. Fans of The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People or Getting Things Done might also appreciate this straightforward, solution-focused approach to managing team responsibilities efficiently.

4.3