Eric Jacobson On Management And Leadership

Five years ago, I posted about the book, Humanocracy . In it, the authors, Gary Hamel and Michele Zanini , present a fascinating look at how to breakdown the bureaucracy within an organization and unleash the power and true abilities of the human beings in that organization, making the organization more bold, entrepreneurial, and as nimble as change itself.  Humanocracy expertly lays out a detailed blueprint for creating organizations that are inspiring and ingenious, and it provides you with research-based examples, practical guidance and, most important, action steps to take immediately.  Since the book’s release, companies such as Bayer, Ferrari, Ingersoll Rand, GE Appliances, Roche Pharmaceuticals, and the US Army have embraced the book’s principles.  Today brings the extensively updated and expanded edition of Humanocracy . It features new case studies and timely insights drawn from the last five years.  “Since the first edition, the stakes have only g...

  “Most people are blown off course by unexpected events. Top performers, by contrast, know how to navigate our unpredictable world. Not just that: they know how to thrive in it. You can acquire this essential skill, too,” explain Matt Watkinson and Csaba Konkoly , authors of the book, Mastering Uncertainty .  In Mastering Uncertainty , the authors reveal the shortcomings of conventional business thinking and the advantages of developing a “probabilistic” mindset that turns uncertainty from a source of fear into an incredible and exciting advantage.  You'll discover practical advice on everything from how to handle setbacks and expand your network, to how to spot business opportunities and shape them into successful, growing businesses.  The authors also recommend you cultivate these five attitudinal principles or dispositions that will allow you to transcend the uncertainties inherent in your environment:  A healthy relationship with failure A growth ...

Read the informative and inspirational,  The Entrepreneur’s Faces , to follow the intriguing stories of  10 real entrepreneurs from around the world  as they reveal their personal entrepreneurial journeys – overcoming pain and setbacks, all the while demonstrating tremendous vision, imagine and drive.   This is a must-read book whether you are an aspiring entrepreneur or a current entrepreneur. The 10 journeys are engaging, relatable and profiled through these personas:   The Maker : Prototypes everything, learns by doing. The Leader : Rejects traditional structures, seeks inspirational role models, tests leadership ideas. The Accidental : Hobbyist mentality, obsessive tinkerer, passionate beyond practicality. The Guardian : Turns empathy into a lens to better serve customers. Improves lives and heightens human interactions. The Conductor : Thinks big, undaunted by regulations or limitations. Platform builder. The Evangelist : Sparks imagination by telling a sto...

  Rather than writing yet another how-to guide for people wanting to launch a startup, Tom Eisenmann conducted original research on startup failure to better understand startup success.   During his multiyear research project he conducted 470 interviews with failed entrepreneurs and investors, and provided a series of case studies—from a home-furnishings retailer (Fab.com) to a concierge dog-walking service (Baroo) to a sophisticated social robot (Jibo)—and he identified six distinct patterns that account for most startup failures :   Bad Bedfellows . Startup success is thought to rest largely on the founder’s talents and instincts. But the wrong team, investors, or partners can sink a venture just as quickly. False Starts . In following the oft-cited advice to “fail fast” and to “launch before you’re ready,” founders risk wasting time and capital on the wrong solutions. False Promises . Success with early adopters can be misleading and give founders unwarranted c...

Exit Rich, The 6 P Method To Sell Your Business For High Profit is the new book   by  Michelle Seiler Tucker  and  Sharon Lechter .  Read this invaluable book if you are an entrepreneur or business owner preparing to sell your business.  Read this book even if you don’t plan to sell your business but want to learn how to operate at peak performance.  You’ll find  answers to your critical questions and issues , including:  When and how do I plan my exit strategy? What’s the best time to sell my business? What are the key factors in valuating businesses? How do I maximize the profits of my business? How can I optimize my customer and client base? How do I create an emotional connection between a buyer and my business? What are the mistakes that sellers make, and how can I avoid them?  Tucker and Lechter explain that buyers will pay top dollar for  businesses that operate on the 6 Ps :  People  – leadership, team, relationsh...

Read the informative and inspirational,  The Entrepreneur’s Faces , to follow the intriguing stories of  10 real entrepreneurs from around the world  as they reveal their personal entrepreneurial journeys – overcoming pain and setbacks, all the while demonstrating tremendous vision, imagine and drive.   This is a must-read book whether you are an aspiring entrepreneur or a current entrepreneur. The 10 journeys are engaging, relatable and profiled through these personas:   The Maker : Prototypes everything, learns by doing. The Leader : Rejects traditional structures, seeks inspirational role models, tests leadership ideas. The Accidental : Hobbyist mentality, obsessive tinkerer, passionate beyond practicality. The Guardian : Turns empathy into a lens to better serve customers. Improves lives and heightens human interactions. The Conductor : Thinks big, undaunted by regulations or limitations. Platform builder. The Evangelist : Sparks imagination by telling a sto...

New or seasoned entrepreneur. Small or large business. Ample or limited budget. There is a book just for you that teaches you how to strategically recruit people with the values and goals that will drive your venture forward .   Authored by Dave Carvajal , experienced entrepreneur and recruiter, the book is, Hire Smart From the Start: The Entrepreneur’s Guide to Finding, Catching, and Keeping the Best Talent for Your Company .   Most important, you’ll learn how to:   Prioritize people over technology/ideas and capital. Reframe your recruiting mindset to custom-fit talent to your organization (rather than settling for skill competence). Use a tried-and-true process to search for individuals whose value/work-styles are compatible with your organization’s culture. Hiring smart is key explains Carvajal, “because entrepreneurs need a competitive advantage, and that advantage is a group of people rather than a strong individual at the top.”   ...