The benefits of a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree can be massive: fast-track career advancement, a big fat wage packet, the whole high-flying top-notch executive lifestyle. But studying for an MBA isn't something to decide to do lightly - it's a big investment to take a year or more out of your career path or commit endless week-ends to a part-time version, and for many the cost of either of these options is prohibitive. "Instant MBA" is the must-have guide to making the most of yourself and your career prospects, whether you're studying for an MBA or just out to improve your prospects while you work.
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Not only does it contain good ideas, it sparks them... I thoroughly enjoyed Instant MBA . It contains what you need to know after you've forgotten the theories. Check it out. --Execupundit.com
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Nicholas Bate runs Strategic Edge Ltd, a consultancy that has a simple vision: to "enable individuals to realise and release their potential." He works extensively with individuals and teams in organisations as similar and different as Microsoft, Marks & Spencer, Philips Electronics, Hudson Global, Intel - as well as many non-corporate organisations, even primary schools. Nicholas is the author of Unplugged, Beat the 2008 recession and Have it your way.
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Format:Paperback
This is a fantastic read for anyone who wants to learn some of the techniques used by the top MBA thinkers. Nicholas Bate has put together 52 bite size chapters that point you in the right direction if you are trying to develop yourself but can't afford the investment or the time for a full blown MBA.
Each chapter is independant, so you don't need to do what I did, and read the whole thing from start to finish - you can dip into a subject that you feel you need to learn more about like 'the value chain' or 'how to create a personal development plan'.
The book is also peppered with great advice from thought leaders like Gary Hamel and Daniel Goleman - along with information on what Bates calls the 'New World of Work drivers' which provide excellent insight into a changing business environment.
Nicholas Bates has an engaging and thoughful writing style (also at his Blog) which is straightforward and easy to digest.
Highly recommended business read.
Each chapter is independant, so you don't need to do what I did, and read the whole thing from start to finish - you can dip into a subject that you feel you need to learn more about like 'the value chain' or 'how to create a personal development plan'.
The book is also peppered with great advice from thought leaders like Gary Hamel and Daniel Goleman - along with information on what Bates calls the 'New World of Work drivers' which provide excellent insight into a changing business environment.
Nicholas Bates has an engaging and thoughful writing style (also at his Blog) which is straightforward and easy to digest.
Highly recommended business read.
14 of 14 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Whether you've ever thought of doing an MBA or not, this is a crucial business book to develop your thinking and career.
Nicholas Bate's energetic writing style keeps you engaged and enthused through the 52 chapters - which I found could be read independently with just as much value. The book is a condensed (but not superficial) analysis of the key concepts covered in an MBA and how you can use this information to develop yourself, your career and your business. Packed full of 'go dos' (that you'll actually want to go do!) and exercises to make you think this is a manual you'll come back to as a great reference point and way to shake your thinking up when revisiting.
A worthwhile investment of your time if you don't have the money/time/desire to do an MBA and a great read to gain insight into all areas of business, I've already recommended this several times over. It's a great compliment to Bate's other books and just as engaging and powerful.
Nicholas Bate's energetic writing style keeps you engaged and enthused through the 52 chapters - which I found could be read independently with just as much value. The book is a condensed (but not superficial) analysis of the key concepts covered in an MBA and how you can use this information to develop yourself, your career and your business. Packed full of 'go dos' (that you'll actually want to go do!) and exercises to make you think this is a manual you'll come back to as a great reference point and way to shake your thinking up when revisiting.
A worthwhile investment of your time if you don't have the money/time/desire to do an MBA and a great read to gain insight into all areas of business, I've already recommended this several times over. It's a great compliment to Bate's other books and just as engaging and powerful.
7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
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A real bestseller! Top tips given in a simple interesting way.. what you can need more to enjoy the book! Recommend to those who is thinking of doing MBA.
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Met guy in person. Did his 2 day excellence course kindly funded by some one else. If strapped for cash this book may change your life. Read more
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I liked the idea of an MBA snapshot and have read a few of these "instant MBA" tomes. This one is a very easy read that does drop into too much detail.... Read more
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Do you really need an MBA to show your business knowledge?
I love reading books about management and this was was full of common sense. It had plenty of activities to do yourself or with your team. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Dreamlady
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Simply brilliant
Easy to read cover to cover and great for dipping in as a reminder and reference. It's a modern business handbook, summarizing a huge range of work in a practical, accessible way. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Mark Quirk
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Thought Provoking - Lifts your head above the day to day turmoil
This book is a good investment of your time. Of course there are the usual caveats that most people will not be able to act at the 'god-like ' level of the MBA perspective in their... Read more
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great read, it has inspired me in the work place. I have used many of the ideas in my career.
Published 7 months ago by Paul Antony
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Inspired reading - great book!!
I have just finished reading 'Instant MBA' and thoroughly enjoyed it. What a fantastic gem of a book. I loved Nicholas Bate's writing style and short informative chapters. Read more
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