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12: The Elements of Great Managing by Rodd Wagner and James K. Harter — WisdomDeck honest review
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12: The Elements of Great Managing

by Rodd Wagner and James K. Harter

Gallup's twelve engagement questions, each with a story and the research behind it. The practical follow-up to First, Break All the Rules.

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Three things you will actually use

  1. Clear expectations first.
  2. Recognition weekly.
  3. Someone at work cares about me.

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