John A. Byrne Books

In this insightful guide, the writers and editors of Fast Company present fifty-five essential rules that encapsulate key business principles. Enhanced by quotes and insights from over 200 notable business leaders and thinkers, this work serves as an indispensable reference for managers and aspiring executives alike. Celebrating the magazine's tenth anniversary, it addresses crucial topics such as customer service, innovation, strategic thinking, and leadership. Each category begins with a two-page commentary, seamlessly integrating two to four essential rules throughout the chapters. At the conclusion of each chapter, a “Fast Take” section offers practical takeaways for everyday application. The core of each chapter is enriched with wisdom from both historical and contemporary figures, including Machiavelli, Jack Welch, Adam Smith, and Bill Gates, among others. The rules emphasize adaptability, the importance of execution over mere ideas, and ethical conduct in business. For instance, the first rule highlights the necessity of adaptation, while others challenge the value of new ideas without action. This comprehensive resource is designed to inspire and guide professionals in navigating the complexities of the business world.

In discussing his transition from Pepsi's president and CEO to marketing visionary of Apple Computers, the author shares his insights into marketing and management strategies and forecasts future business trends

As CEO of General Electric for two decades, Jack Welch has significantly increased its market cap and become a revered business leader. His advocacy for initiatives like Six Sigma, globalization, and e-business has shaped modern corporate practices. Welch's unique philosophy promotes a "boundaryless" exchange of ideas, prioritizes people, and fosters an informal, collaborative environment that opposes bureaucracy. Through engaging anecdotes and humor, he shares the influences in his life, particularly his Irish mother, and recounts the successes and failures of his career. Starting at GE in 1960 as a low-paid engineer, Welch learned early on the importance of standing out amid corporate norms. He bypassed bureaucracy while managing a $2 billion collection of businesses from a Hilton in jeans and a sweater. His journey to the CEO position was fraught with political challenges, culminating in a pivotal moment with then-Chairman Reg Jones. Welch's tenure included the controversial "Neutron Jack" years, where he reduced GE's workforce significantly to streamline operations. He candidly addresses mistakes, such as the ill-fated acquisition of Kidder Peabody. The narrative also covers his final year, including the search for a successor and the Honeywell acquisition attempt, interspersed with personal reflections on competitiveness and friendship. This work is both a business classic and a personal narrative filled with passion and

The CEO of General Electric looks back on his distinguished career with the corporation and shares his personal philosophy of business and innovative managerial style. (Business & Finance)

Autobiography of probably the greatest corporate leader of the 20th century, JACK was a Number One bestseller in the USA and around the world

Vyprávění špičkového manažera o moderní koncepci podnikání společností třetí vlny.

Bývalý generální ředitel General Electric Jack Welch v podrobném popisu a s humorem vypráví o lidech, kteří formovali jeho život, o velkých úspěších a neúspěších provázejících jeho kariéru.