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Drawing on years of management work at Apple, Netscape, Symantec, and Borland, Michael Lopp offers a no‑frills look at what it takes to run people in fast‑moving tech environments. The book covers essential topics such as why we both love and dread meetings, how to conduct effective one‑on‑ones, and the pitfalls of neglecting team feedback. Lopp’s style is straightforward and often humorous, providing real‑world examples that illustrate how to hire top talent, handle underperformance, and keep projects moving toward completion. Whether you’re an aspiring manager, a seasoned leader, or simply interested in the mechanics of human management, Managing Humans delivers practical insights grounded in Silicon Valley experience.
First publish date: 2007
Genre: Business & Economics/Business Management
Authors: Michael Lopp
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