Flexible Working

Discover how to adapt your management style and get the best out of your team - even if they aren’t in the same room!

More people are working from home than ever before. This practical guide gives you all the skills you need to succeed as a flexible worker, and as a manager running projects and teams remotely.

Whether you’re new to flexible working or simply looking to sharpen your skills, this is the go-to guide for you. It includes:

   • A practical, “how-to” approach that offers readers everything they need to run a project and manage a team remotely
   • Step-by-step instructions, tips, checklists, and “Ask yourself” features
   • Tables, illustrations, “in-focus” panels, and real-life case studies that demonstrate and explain problem-solving and how to build confidence

Learn how to make remote-working work for you and your team

Slim, portable, and accessible, Essential Managers Flexible Working takes a no-nonsense approach to remote-working. It shows you how to effectively manage others from a distance by defining expectations, understanding the unique challenges of working from home, and setting up new routines, structures, and processes.

Packed with clear, expert advice and useful WFH tips for staying focused and motivated, this business book will help you communicate and work effectively from any location or time zone. Discover how to keep your projects on track and achieve the very best results. It’s the perfect gift for managers at all levels or anyone still adjusting to remote or flexible working.

Other titles in the Essential Managers Series

DK's Essential Managers series contains the know-how you need to be a more effective manager and hone your management style. Find out how to improve your leadership skills with Essential Managers: Leadership. Brush up on or enhance your project management skills with Essential Managers: Project Management.