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PRAISE FOR POWER TO THE MIDDLE

With rich stories and cutting-edge research, Power to the Middle offers a new model for companies to radically alter the way they hire, train, and reward their most valuable asset: managers, the true center of the organization.
“It’s inspiring to read this recognition, celebration, and guide to engagement of middle managers—the leaders who hold the keys to deep customer and frontline employee relationships.”
“Delta’s success is driven by our 90,000 people worldwide, and our leaders play a critical role in maintaining that momentum. This book provides practical ideas on how to support mid-level managers and celebrate their important impact.”
“An illuminating and inspiring read on why investing in your people managers matters now more than ever, with actionable insights for leaders navigating the evolution of the workplace and workforce.”
“Middle managers are the key to driving sustained value creation in organizations. Power to the Middle demonstrates why and provides business leaders with the tools they need to optimize the performance of these mission-critical people.”
“A playbook to unleash the power of your talent, drive strategy execution, and elevate your business performance.”
“Now, more than ever, we are underscoring the critical role our managers play in communities around the world and continue to invest in their growth and development. This welcome research from McKinsey reinforces how critical these investments are for managers in frontline and campus office roles.”
“New technologies are changing work and working lives. Successful companies make the transitions that are needed by engaging their employees at every stage in the process. In this insightful book, the authors highlight the importance of managers in making a success of this engagement and the ongoing transition.”
“Our talent strategy helps us to reach more patients with life-changing therapies more quickly. Middle managers are at the center of it, and this book helps CEOs understand why and how to reimagine the role of managers in their organizations.”

Author Talks: What does it mean to be a good middle manager?

Meet the Authors

Bill Schaninger
Bill Schaninger
Bryan Hancock
Bryan Hancock
Emily Field
Emily Field

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