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Meerkats illustrate agile organizational dynamics.
Imagine you're stuck in a cycle where every new idea gets shot down with that dreaded line, "That's not how we do it here!" This book is more than just a story; it's a mirror reflecting the challenges many face within organizations. Kotter and Rathgeber draw from their vast experience to show you a way out of the stifling cycle of resistance to change, using the engaging tale of Nadia and her meerkat clan to distill complex ideas into a narrative that resonates and inspires. If you're feeling like you're battling stagnation at your workplace, this could be the read that transforms your approach to change and innovation.
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.
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ISBN: 9780399563942
Publisher: Portfolio
Date of Publication: 2016-06-07
Format: Hardcover
Related Topics:
Personal Development,
Business,
Leadership,
Psychology,
Self Help,
Management,
Personal Development,
Leadership
Goodreads rating: 3.85
(rated by 1238 readers)
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Meerkats illustrate agile organizational dynamics.
Imagine you're stuck in a cycle where every new idea gets shot down with that dreaded line, "That's not how we do it here!" This book is more than just a story; it's a mirror reflecting the challenges many face within organizations. Kotter and Rathgeber draw from their vast experience to show you a way out of the stifling cycle of resistance to change, using the engaging tale of Nadia and her meerkat clan to distill complex ideas into a narrative that resonates and inspires. If you're feeling like you're battling stagnation at your workplace, this could be the read that transforms your approach to change and innovation.
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.
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