First, Break all the Rules

What the World’s Greatest Managers Do Differently

By Marcus Buckingham and Curt Coffman

About the Book

"First, Break All the Rules" turns the traditional management playbook on its head, challenging the age-old notions of what makes a good manager. Through a comprehensive study by Gallup, the book peels back the layers on the strategies used by highly effective managers to foster outstanding performance in their teams. It's a deep dive into the practical wisdom and counterintuitive insights that these leaders apply daily.

About the Authors

Marcus Buckingham and Curt Coffman bring a wealth of experience in business consulting and research to the table. When this groundbreaking book hit the shelves, both were integral parts of the Gallup Organization, known for its cutting-edge performance management consulting. Since then, they've each carved out successful paths in consulting and management training, adding several bestsellers to their names along the way.

Navigating the Managerial Tightrope

Being a manager is no walk in the park.

The linchpin of a business's success? Employee performance. And steering that ship to its peak? That's squarely on the shoulders of a manager.

Forget what you've heard. "First, Break All the Rules" tosses the traditional management guidebook out the window, zeroing in on the strategies of managers who excel at their craft.

This book gives you the lowdown on everything from spotting and slotting the perfect candidate for each role, to keeping the team content and productive. It’s about mastering the art of giving freedom with one hand and steering the wheel with the other. And for those times when someone's falling behind?

You'll get the playbook on how to tackle it head-on.