Book cover for AI Essentials for Managers: Practical Ways to Boost Productivity, Make Better Decisions, and Lead High-Performing Teams by Michael Kientz and Vibrant Publishers

AI Essentials for Managers

Practical Ways to Boost Productivity, Make Better Decisions, and Lead High-Performing Teams

2026 Released
170 Pages
1-2 Hours
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Vibrant PublishersISBN 9781636517469

AI is changing the way work gets done-and managers who understand how to use it effectively will be better positioned to lead, innovate, and deliver results. 

AI Essentials for Managers cuts through the hype to provide practical guidance on applying AI in real workplace situations. Whether you're looking to save time, improve team performance, make better decisions, or prepare your organization for the future, this book provides a clear roadmap for turning AI into a leadership advantage.

Inside, you'll learn how to: 

  • Boost productivity with AI-powered tools for writing, planning, and administrative tasks
  • Improve decision-making using analytics, forecasting, and risk assessment tools
  • Strengthen communication and collaboration across teams
  • Lead AI adoption with confidence while addressing employee concerns
  • Build responsible AI practices focused on ethics, privacy, and trust
  • Implement a 30-Day AI Action Plan and access bonus online resources, including: 

AI tools cheat sheet ૦ Manager prompt library ૦ Ready-to-use templates 

Michael Kientz

Michael Kientz is an organizational development expert with 30+ years of experience, having led global learning and OD initiatives at Citigroup and Compassion International.

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Vibrant Publishers

Vibrant Publishers is focused on presenting the best texts for learning about technology and business as well as books for test preparation. Categories include programming, operating systems and other texts focused on IT. In addition, a series of books helps professionals in their own disciplines learn the business skills needed in their professional growth.Vibrant Publishers has a standardized test preparation series covering the GMAT, GRE and SAT, providing ample study and practice material in a simple and well organized format, helping students get closer to their dream universities.

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