This book investigates the practical application of supervisory skills through the use of simulated administrative decision-making scenarios. Cabot L. Jaffee utilizes the in-basket training methodology to present readers with a series of realistic management problems. By requiring the reader to prioritize, delegate, and resolve workplace conflicts within a constrained timeframe, the author provides a framework for evaluating and improving leadership effectiveness. The text serves as a diagnostic tool for identifying individual decision-making patterns in a professional environment.

Experts in organizational psychology and management training frequently cite this work as a practical, hands-on resource for developing supervisory competence. Readers often note that the text provides a high degree of realism, making it a standard tool for workshops and individual professional development programs.