Jonathan Besser

Fifty key ideas that have changed the way we think about why we behave the way we do while at work. The world of work is full of ideas. Some of these ideas shape the work we do and the way we do it. But it can often be hard to sort the wheat from the chaff. When ideas really do break new ground and change the way we think about what we do, they can help all of us to be better, happier, and more productive. The trick is to know which ones offer the most reliable vision, and how they can be adapted and deployed to the best effect. By encapsulating and explaining the best of this thinking, 50 Ideas that Changed the World of Work is equal parts vision and road map; an invaluable and insightful guide to navigating the world of work today.

What does disruptive innovation really mean? How can the Eisenhower matrix help you manage your time? And when will you reach that all-important tipping point? By summarising and explaining the best business thinking, this book will help you to get to grips with - and apply - 50 key ideas, including: · Classics like Sun Tzu's Art of War and Dale Carnegie's rules of influence · Fundamentals like emotional intelligence, psychological safety and flow · Tips and techniques like SWOT, PEST and GROW · Smart thinking from Daniel Kahneman, Michael Porter and Carol Dweck Whether you want to think more strategically, boost team performance or make better decisions, this book is a guide to success at work today.