The Four Workarounds: How Innovative Organizations Tackle Complex Problems
In “The Four Workarounds,” authors Paulo Savaget and John Murray provide a visually captivating guide on how to navigate rules and norms to solve complex problems. Drawing from a wide range of industries, such as cryptocurrency and medicine distribution, Savaget explores the managerial and domestic benefits of adopting a “workaround mindset.” This book offers invaluable insights for organizations seeking creative solutions to difficult challenges.
How Big Things Get Done: The Surprising Factors Behind Every Successful Project
Authors Bent Flyvbjerg and Dan Gardner delve into the world of successful projects in “How Big Things Get Done.” Through captivating stories of monumental failures like the Sydney Opera House and the Olympic Games, Flyvbjerg and Gardner uncover valuable lessons about project planning, forecasting, and execution. Whether it’s a home renovation or a high-speed trainlink, this book provides essential guidance for anyone seeking to accomplish big things.
Risky Business: Why Insurance Markets Fail and What to Do About It
In “Risky Business,” authors Amy Finkelstein, Liran Einav, and Ray Fisman shine a light on the shortcomings of insurance markets, focusing primarily on the United States. From discussing the impact of genetic data on health insurance to examining how insurers select customers, the authors tackle complex questions surrounding the insurance industry. With a lively and engaging writing style reminiscent of the bestseller “Freakonomics,” this book provides a fresh perspective on a seemingly dull subject.
Wonder Boy: Tony Hsieh, Zappos, and the Myth of Happiness in Silicon Valley
Angel Au-Yeung and David Jeans explore the extraordinary success of Tony Hsieh, the man behind Zappos, in “Wonder Boy.” Hsieh’s quest for happiness led him to transform Zappos into an ecommerce phenomenon and revitalize downtown Las Vegas, all while struggling with his mental health. In this cautionary tale, Au-Yeung and Jeans delve into the factors that contributed to Hsieh’s downfall, offering valuable lessons for entrepreneurs and those in Silicon Valley.
The Case for Good Jobs: How Great Companies Bring Dignity, Pay, and Meaning to Everyone’s Work
Zeynep Ton presents a compelling argument for better and better-paid jobs in “The Case for Good Jobs.” Drawing on examples from retail to fast food, Ton demonstrates how offering quality jobs can lead to greater competitiveness, productivity, and worker well-being. This book showcases a profitable and sustainable alternative to low wages, inflexible contracts, and long working hours.
Traffic: Genius, Rivalry, and Delusion in the Billion-Dollar Race to Go Viral
Ben Smith takes readers on a captivating journey through the revolution in digital media in “Traffic.” From the rise of BuzzFeed to the clickbaity blog Gawker Media, Smith explores how the success of these sites fueled a craving for traffic across all media platforms. With an energetic and insider perspective, this book offers both amusement and deeper insights into the social impact of the digital media frenzy.
Unscripted: The Epic Battle for a Hollywood Media Empire
James B. Stewart and Rachel Abrams provide an extraordinary account of the real-life Succession saga in “Unscripted.” This book uncovers the dramatic events surrounding media mogul Sumner Redstone as he navigated the world of sex, power, and media. A deeply reported narrative, “Unscripted” unveils one of the most scandalous episodes in recent business history.
The Rise of Corporate Feminism: Women in the American Office, 1960-1990
“Allison Elias’s “The Rise of Corporate Feminism” is a captivating and original account of women in the workplace,” according to Isabel Berwick. Elias focuses on the experiences of women in clerical and secretarial roles and their journey towards fighting for better pay, promotion opportunities, improved working conditions, and against sexual harassment. This historical analysis sheds light on the struggles and victories of women in American offices during the period from 1960 to 1990.
The Microstress Effect: How Little Things Pile Up and Create Big Problems
Authors Rob Cross and Karen Dillon unpack the concept of microstress in “The Microstress Effect.” While individual moments of stress may seem insignificant, the cumulative effect of these microstresses can be detrimental. Cross and Dillon explore how work and domestic pressures contribute to these microstresses and offer practical strategies to overcome them. This highly relatable analysis provides valuable insights for managing stress in daily life.
The Big Con: How the Consulting Industry Weakens our Businesses, Infantilizes our Governments and Warps our Economies
In “The Big Con,” Mariana Mazzucato and Rosie Collington criticize the failures of UK governments in outsourcing public services. The authors contend that consultancies have been enriched while citizens are left disappointed by the results. Economist Diane Coyle praises the book for its observations about the difficulties of reversing this trend, noting its significance in highlighting the interplay between the state and private sectors.
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