There are few common traits among the world's greatest managers. They vary in gender, age, and race, use different methods, and focus on different goals. However, despite their differences, they share a distinctive characteristic: they do not hesitate to break conventional wisdom rules. They do not try to help people overcome their weaknesses, and they constantly favor among employees. This remarkable book explains why.

Marcus Buckingham and Curt Coffman from Gallup present exceptional findings from their study on great managers in various situations. Some of these managers hold leadership positions, others are supervisors in direct contact with employees, some work for Fortune 500 companies, while others manage small pioneering companies. Regardless of their roles, Gallup's research focuses on those who excel at turning each employee's talent into performance.

This book includes vital lessons on performance and career for managers at different levels and demonstrates how to apply them to your situation.