The management book that tells you
what to do and how to do it. 

A copy of the book titled 'The No-Nonsense Manager's Playbook' by Garry Stanberry. The book has the subtitle 'A guide for leaders who need answers now!'

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Quick summary

This management book provides readers with clear instructions on what to do and how to do it.

Example: Do you have a problem employee? This book features eight scripts addressing the eight most common problems, including poor performance, a bad attitude, inappropriate language, etc.

This is the most comprehensive management handbook available, offering research-based guidance on:

  • Effectively managing employees, bosses, peers, customers, and unions

  • How to hire and retain the best employees

  • Everything you need to succeed in coaching and mentoring

  • The often-misunderstood significance of recognition and appreciation

  • How to boost employee engagement and why it is crucial for productivity and retention

  • Why American women excel as managers and employees

  • How to be the best manager possible...

And much more!

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Portrait of Garry Stanberry wearing glasses, a dark suit, white shirt, and light purple tie, smiling against a dark background.

Hi, I’m Garry Stanberry

With over 45 years of real-world management experience, I’ve learned what it truly takes to lead people effectively.

During my 29 years as an Air Force officer, I served in senior leadership roles, including hospital commander, joint task force deputy commander (forward), regional hospital senior administrator, and director of the Medical Service Corps. I later brought that experience into civilian roles as a senior healthcare technology consultant at Georgetown University and an associate director of the Peace Corps, a federal government agency. I have in-depth experience in corporate management, healthcare, technology, and human resources.

Across every role, I saw the same problems again and again. Managers were expected to lead without ever receiving clear, practical guidance on how to do their jobs effectively.

That’s why I wrote The No-Nonsense Manager’s Playbook.

My book is a straightforward, experience and research-driven guide that gives managers the tools, clarity, and confidence they need to lead successfully in the real world.