Author(s): Nick Jarrett-Kerr, Jonathan Middleburgh, Patrick J McKenna, Michael Roch, Ray D'Cruz, Joel Barolsky, Paula Davis, Graham Browning, Bree Buchanan, Jonathan Watmough, Krystal Champlin-Gerage, Jim Lawrence, Stephan Lucks, Martin Hill, Dr Heidi K Gardner, Ivan Matviak
Consulting editor(s): Nick Jarrett-Kerr and Jonathan Middleburgh
Publication date: Aug 2024
Format: Softback
Pages: 271
Price: £149.00
ISBN: 9781837230259
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It is good to read a comprehensive collection of essays that address from multiple perspectives one of the hardest issues of all: how to undertake highly sensitive and potentially sensitive conversations with senior colleagues… this is an enlightening collection which strikes the appropriate balance between authoritative commentary and sensitivity to its subject-matter; it is a fine stable-mate to the Globe Law and Business list.
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It is good to read a comprehensive collection of essays that address from multiple perspectives one of the hardest issues of all: how to undertake highly sensitive and potentially sensitive conversations with senior colleagues… this is an enlightening collection which strikes the appropriate balance between authoritative commentary and sensitivity to its subject-matter; it is a fine stable-mate to the Globe Law and Business list.
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Managing Partner Performance: Strategies for Transforming Underperforming Partners takes a comprehensive look at how to improve underperforming partners within the legal profession. It provides insight and practical solutions for law firm leaders committed to revitalizing their teams and optimizing organizational success. Structured into four parts, the book systematically diagnoses underperformance, its cause and effect, how to deal with underperforming partners, and how to proactively performance manage over the long-term.
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