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Denial: Why Business Leaders Fail to Look Facts in the Face--and What to Do About It

by Richard S. Tedlow
RM70.36 MYR
Denial: Why Business Leaders Fail to Look Facts in the Face--and What to Do About It
Denial: Why Business Leaders Fail to Look Facts in the Face--and What to Do About It

Understanding denial's role in business failures.

"Denial" by Richard S. Tedlow is a wake-up call for business professionals. It dives into the psychology behind denial in business — a crucial read if you've ever been puzzled by poor decisions in the corporate world. Tedlow draws from real cases and provides insights that could be game-changers in your professional life, especially if you're in a leadership role and looking to steer clear of such pitfalls.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

Denial: Why Business Leaders Fail to Look Facts in the Face--and What to Do About It

by Richard S. Tedlow
RM70.36 MYR
ISBN: 9781591843139
Authors: Richard S. Tedlow
Publisher: Portfolio
Date of Publication: 2010-03-04
Format: Hardcover
Related Collections: Business, Personal Development, History
Related Topics: Productivity, Business, Personal Development, Management, Leadership
Goodreads rating: 3.74
(rated by 110 readers)

Description

An astute diagnosis of one of the biggest problems in business. Denial is the unconscious determination that a certain reality is too terrible to contemplate, so therefore it cannot be true. We see it everywhere, from the alcoholic who swears he's just a social drinker to the president who declares "mission accomplished" when it isn't. In the business world, countless companies get stuck in denial while their challenges escalate into crises. Harvard Business School professor Richard S. Tedlow tackles two essential questions: Why do sane, smart leaders often refuse to accept the facts that threaten their companies and careers? And how do we find the courage to resist denial when facing new trends, changing markets, and tough new competitors? Tedlow looks at numerous examples of organizations crippled by denial, including Ford in the era of the Model T and Coca-Cola with its abortive attempt to change its formula. He also explores other companies, such as Intel, Johnson & Johnson, and DuPont, that avoided catastrophe by dealing with harsh realities head-on. Tedlow identifies the leadership skills that are essential to spotting the early signs of denial and taking the actions required to overcome it.
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Understanding denial's role in business failures.

"Denial" by Richard S. Tedlow is a wake-up call for business professionals. It dives into the psychology behind denial in business — a crucial read if you've ever been puzzled by poor decisions in the corporate world. Tedlow draws from real cases and provides insights that could be game-changers in your professional life, especially if you're in a leadership role and looking to steer clear of such pitfalls.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.