How to Become a Master of Disaster
The more complex and tightly coupled the system, say authors Chris Clearfield and András Tilcsik, the more urgent the need to manage the risk of meltdowns.
An Ode to the Thief of Time
In his new book, Andrew Santella explores procrastination, and why it is that whenever there is a job to do, you can count on someone putting it off.May 11, 2018 by Theodore KinniHow to Cure a Bad Case of Metric Fixation
History professor Jerry Muller reminds us that not everything that can be counted counts, and not everything that counts can be counted.April 23, 2018 by Theodore KinniThe Quirky Secrets of the World’s Greatest Innovators
In her book on inventive genius, Melissa Schilling delves into the personality traits that lead to breakthroughs.April 9, 2018 by James SurowieckiRelated tags: biographies, book reviews, collaboration, innovation, innovation books, innovation leadershipThe Da Vinci Lode
In his magisterial new biography of the ultimate Renaissance man, Walter Isaacson provides important insights into the nature of creativity and innovation.January 30, 2018 by James SurowieckiWhen a Japanese Company Adopted English as a First Language
In her new book, Harvard Business School Professor Tsedal Neeley examines the challenge of establishing a lingua franca in global companies.January 23, 2018 by Theodore KinniNew Year Reading
Seven books that will help you kick off 2018 on a sound footing.December 21, 2017Related tags: book reviews, career development, consumer products, growth, innovation, leadership, strategyHow to Break Bad Business Habits
Freek Vermeulen of the London Business School offers contrarian nuggets for innovation-hungry leaders.December 13, 2017 by Theodore KinniRelated tags: analytics, best practices, book reviews, business books, business intelligence, innovation, strategyCreating Defining Moments for Your Customers
Chip and Dan Heath explain how to add defining moments to your customer experience.November 22, 2017 by Theodore KinniBest Business Books 2017 — In Pictures
Our writers’ selection of the year’s best business book in seven categories.November 7, 2017Best Business Books 2017: s+b’s Top Shelf
Our picks for the best business books of 2017 in seven categories.November 7, 2017Best Business Books 2017
In the 17th edition of our Best Business Books section, our crack team of reviewers has ferreted out the most inspiring, illuminating, and entertaining volumes of the past year. See also Best Business Books 2017 — in Pictures.November 7, 2017 by Daniel GrossSummer Reading: 10 Business Books – in Pictures
A selection of books perfect for your commute — or the beach.July 25, 2017The Science Behind Mental Preparation
In his new book, Daniel McGinn investigates the ways people prepare themselves to perform, taking us beyond the clichés of yoga poses, centering exercises, and nap rooms.July 12, 2017 by Daniel GrossMarc Levinson Explains How an Extraordinary Time in the Global Economy Ended
The remarkable gains in productivity in growth in the post–World War II years ground to a halt in the 1970s — and we’re still living with the fallout.November 17, 2016 by Daniel GrossSebastian Mallaby Explains What Alan Greenspan Knew
The former Federal Reserve chairman’s remarkable career offers insight into the links between politics and markets.November 3, 2016 by Daniel GrossBest Business Books 2016 — In Pictures
The “top shelf” picks in our Best Business Books 2016 roundup.October 31, 2016Best Business Books 2016: s+b’s Top Shelf
Our picks for the best business books of 2016 in seven categories.October 31, 2016Best Business Books 2016
For the 16th edition of our Best Business Books of the year section, we've assembled a team of learned, expert, and stylish guides. See also Best Business Books 2016 — in Pictures.October 31, 2016 by Daniel GrossJonathan Tepperman Explains How to Fix the World’s Thorniest Problems
From income inequality to gridlock, progress is coming from some unlikely sources.October 17, 2016 by Daniel GrossRelated tags: book reviews, decision making, disruption, economy, education, emerging markets, globalization, innovation, integrity, leadership, management, sustainabilityNurturing Nature
In his new book, evolutionary biologist Joseph Henrich argues that culture and behavior can have an important impact on evolution.May 18, 2016 by David K. HurstHow to Become a Talent Magnet
Superbosses examines the talent practices of those rare leaders whose protégés go on to dominate industries.April 13, 2016 by Theodore KinniTwilight of the Central Bankers
Mohamed A. El-Erian argues that the world’s masters of monetary policy have reached the peak of their ability to influence the course of the global economy.April 6, 2016 by Zachary KarabellBoardroom Brawlers
A new book describes how waves of shareholder activism have been altering the corporate landscape for nearly a century.March 11, 2016 by Jill PriluckCass Sunstein’s Required Reading
The legal scholar and coauthor of Nudge calls out four must-reads on decision making.February 24, 2016 by Theodore Kinni
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