
MANPOWER
FOREWORD
CHAPTER I Using Human Tools
CHAPTER II Psychological Elements of Organization
CHAPTER III The Principles of Leadership
Transcriber's note:
Drawing on experience training thousands of new officers during wartime, this work translates the psychology of military manpower into a guide for anyone who leads people in business, industry, or community groups. It explains how the same forces that turn raw recruits into cohesive units can be harnessed to boost productivity, morale, and loyalty in any organization. The author treats leadership as an art rooted in personal conviction, empathy, and an understanding of human nature rather than a rigid set of rules.
Readers will find practical discussions of how to motivate through pride, interest, and a sense of purpose, as well as insights into building character and confidence in subordinates. The book stresses the responsibility of leaders to develop not just efficient workers but stronger citizens, emphasizing the long‑term benefits of a motivated, well‑trained team. With clear examples and thoughtful analysis, it offers timeless principles that remain relevant to modern managers seeking to inspire and empower their people.
Language
en
Duration
~3 hours (214K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2014-06-11
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects

1867–1950
Best known as a U.S. Army brigadier general and a leading Prohibition-era official, he also wrote practical books on leadership, training, and military service. His work reflects an early-20th-century belief that discipline, psychology, and organization could shape better soldiers and better institutions.
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