The New One Minute Manager
An updated edition of the classic management book by Ken Blanchard and Spencer Johnson, presenting three practical management techniques: One Minute Goals, One Minute Praises, and One Minute Re-Directs. Designed to help managers become more effective in less time.
Last updated: 2026-04-04 22:53
Overview
The New One Minute Manager is a concise management book (112 pages) that distills leadership effectiveness into three practical techniques. It is an updated version of the original bestseller, incorporating modern management insights.
Three Core Techniques
- One Minute Goals: Setting clear, concise goals that can be reviewed in about a minute — ensuring everyone knows exactly what is expected
- One Minute Praises: Catching people doing things right and providing specific, immediate positive feedback
- One Minute Re-Directs: Addressing mistakes quickly by focusing on the behavior, not the person, reaffirming their value while correcting the issue
Application to Time Management
By reducing the time managers spend managing people through clarity, immediate feedback, and focused corrections, these techniques increase both managerial and team productivity. The book argues that becoming a more effective manager naturally translates to personal productivity gains.
Rating
4.6/5
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