The Illusion of Invincibility: The Rise and Fall of Organizations Inspired by the Incas of Peru
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- Synopsis
- &“With clever use of a historical perspective&” this business leadership guide offers &“insightful and innovative&” advice on building and sustaining success (Philip Anshutz, businessman and owner of Coachella). In The Illusion of Invincibility, Paul Williams and Andreas Krebs offer a myth-busting look at the stories we tell ourselves about business success. With examples from organizations of all kinds—including fallen giants like Nokia, AOL and Blockbuster—they explore the secrets to clear-eyed, value-driven leadership. Beyond this, they offer some surprising lessons inspired by the Ancient Incas, one of history&’s greatest civilizations.The Illusion of Invincibility is a practical guide to business leadership in the age of disruption. Each chapter includes a &“stress test&” to help readers to take an honest look at their own organization—and themselves. It&’s a smart, funny, and radical look at how to build and sustain a great organization, inspired by those who have done it well...in today&’s world and five hundred years ago.
- Copyright:
- 2019
Book Details
- Book Quality:
- Publisher Quality
- Book Size:
- 311 Pages
- ISBN-13:
- 9781642501445
- Related ISBNs:
- 9781642501438
- Publisher:
- Mango Media
- Date of Addition:
- 02/03/24
- Copyrighted By:
- Paul Williams, Andreas Krebs
- Adult content:
- No
- Language:
- English
- Has Image Descriptions:
- No
- Categories:
- Nonfiction, Business and Finance
- Submitted By:
- Bookshare Staff
- Usage Restrictions:
- This is a copyrighted book.
- Foreword by:
- Nick Gowing
- Foreword by:
- Dr. Peter May