A wonderful review of the Management Mythbuster - thank you. Check out the full details at Amazon.
"It's as if he has been following me around for much of my career, transcribing surreal conversations and documenting odd thought processes which ultimately keep me motivated to always have an up to date resume. Seriously, Axson clearly has been there and heard that. His book alternates between telling the fictitious story of a company as its managers absurdly act out every management fad of the past several generations, followed with a good dose of sage advice and observations on how to avoid those pitfalls. It's frequently humorous and often funny in a very uncomfortable way, as it hits close to home for those of us who have lived through such experiences.
Many readers will no doubt agree with Axson's assertion that "all sense of perspective has disappeared from the practice of management. Common sense has been subjugated by nonsense.
Even as I write this review, I am engaged in activities of questionable value involving consultants, forecasting, strategic planning, etc., so the book serves as a cautionary tale and reminder for the need to step away from the kool-aid and smell the coffee so to speak. Most business books ultimately disappoint me, but The Management Mythbuster is an excellent read, providing a bit of catharsis for anyone who may have become just a little cynical over the years, even though you know in your heart that you are your employer's most valuable asset."
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