{"product_id":"book-y8mf","title":"Leadership for Scientists and Engineers","description":"\u003cp\u003eLike it or not, you're a leader now. Better step away from your computer and figure out how to deal with people!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThere are few leadership books tailored specifically to the needs of technical-minded people who like hard evidence, plain language, and industry-specific guidance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePeople like you!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGwen Acton, PhD, has helped thousands of scientists and engineers to become better leaders, and she can help you too. Leadership for Scientists and Engineers offers a clear, pull-no-punches walk through all the skills you'll need to manage a team and advance in your role, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    * Delegating. Delegating way more than you think you should. Delegating like your life depends on it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    * Conducting one-on-ones that put you and your reports at ease and ensure no surprises when it comes time for the annual review.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    * Navigating the hiring and onboarding process no matter what size organization you're working with.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    * Figuring out what to do when someone starts crying in your office.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eScience and engineering take a lot of technical know-how, but leadership takes a lot of soft skills-communication, networking, setting and adjusting goals.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou want to be good at this stuff. You don't want to hate it. Leadership for Scientists and Engineers is here to help.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Author's Republic","offers":[{"title":"Audiobook","offer_id":50408147681584,"sku":"BDy8mf","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0879\/2784\/9264\/files\/y8mf-cover.jpg?v=1765530665","url":"https:\/\/downpour.com\/products\/book-y8mf","provider":"Downpour","version":"1.0","type":"link"}