This book investigates the core question of how managers can systematically assess their current leadership behaviors to improve organizational effectiveness. The authors, Cabot L. Jaffee, Frederick D. Frank, and Michael R. Struth, leverage their expertise in organizational psychology and management consulting to provide a structured framework for self-evaluation. They argue that effective management is not an innate trait but a set of skills that can be analyzed, measured, and refined through deliberate practice and feedback. The text serves as a practical guide for professionals seeking to align their personal management style with the demands of their specific workplace environment.

Experts in the field of organizational development recognize this work as a practical, hands-on manual for mid-level managers. Readers frequently note that the text provides a clear, actionable framework that avoids overly theoretical jargon in favor of direct application.