Who Says Elephants Can't Dance? Inside IBM's Historic Turnaround
Who Says Elephants Can't Dance? Inside IBM's Historic Turnaround
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2002
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Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2002384
Book • Nonfiction
1990s
2002
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Who Says Elephants Can't Dance? by Louis V. Gerstner Jr. details his role in transforming IBM during the 1990s. Gerstner focuses on leadership challenges, strategic shifts, and cultural changes implemented to revive the company. The narrative highlights insights into navigating corporate challenges and introduces readers to the dynamics of large-scale organizational turnarounds.
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Who Says Elephants Can't Dance? by Louis V. Gerstner Jr. offers a compelling account of IBM's turnaround. Positively, readers appreciate Gerstner's clear insights into leadership and corporate transformation. However, some find the narrative overly focused on business strategies, lacking personal anecdotes. Overall, the book is a valuable read for business enthusiasts.
Who Should Read Who Says Elephants Can't Dance? Inside IBM's Historic Turnaround?
Readers interested in Who Says Elephants Can't Dance? typically appreciate business transformation stories and leadership insights. Fans of Good to Great by Jim Collins or Barbarians at the Gate by Bryan Burrough and John Helyar will find Gerstner's account of IBM's turnaround compelling and informative.
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Book • Nonfiction
1990s
2002
Adult
18+ years
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