Jon Katzenbach Book order (chronological)

"From one of the founders of the organizational culture movement, and the author of the seminal The Wisdom of Teams (over 400,000 sold worldwide), a book that focuses on the key elements every leader can tap to transform company culture. Every organization has a unique culture, but they all have one thing in common. Whenever they have a big change to make, powerful emotional forces in their culture appear, at first, to resist it. But there are other culture forces under the surface that can be potential sources of catalytic strength. The best leaders succeed by tapping those "critical few" sources. Using an unusual, dialogue-based approach, Katzenbach shows how a sharp focus on just these elements reduces complexity and enables leaders to create profound cultural transformation and positive, lasting impact on performance. The critical few elements are: The critical few traits: the shared characteristics that are at the heart of people's emotional connection to what they do. The critical few behaviors: people's actions that would lead a company to succeed if they were replicated at greater scale. The critical few people: individuals whose emotional intuition and institutional trust make them valued guides for transformation, wherever they are on the org chart"-- Provided by publisher

This book challenges conventional views on motivation and reveals why many companies fail to inspire their employees effectively. Jon Katzenbach, a seasoned expert in business dynamics, shifts focus from traditional motivators like money and intimidation to the deeper, more sustainable drivers of employee engagement. His research indicates that feelings of accomplishment, approval, and camaraderie are crucial for long-term organizational success. Katzenbach highlights that while financial incentives may yield short-term results, they often lead to self-serving behaviors and superficial commitment. In contrast, cultivating a sense of pride among employees can enhance performance across all economic conditions. He draws insights from successful organizations, such as Southwest Airlines and General Motors, to illustrate how fostering pride can lead to higher productivity and loyalty. By examining the practices of effective mid-level managers, Katzenbach emphasizes the importance of pride as a primary motivator. He argues that investing in pride is not only more effective than monetary compensation but also less costly in the long run, reducing turnover and enhancing overall workforce performance. This book provides a practical framework for leaders aiming to harness pride as a key driver of organizational success.

Inhaltsübersicht: Danksagungen, Einleitung: der Geist von Haida Gwaii, 1. An der Spitze ist alles ein wenig schwieriger, 2. Warum man an der Spitze eher "Nicht-Teams" findet, 3. Wie "umwälzende Ereignisse" Teams hervorbringen, 4. Zwei Methoden im Widerstreit, 5. Gelegenheiten für gemeinsames Handeln, 6. Bewusst abwägen, 7. Der Chef muss mehrere Rollen spielen, 8. Teams, die "etwas bewegen", 9. Methode, Abstimmung und Ausgewogenheit, Anhänge, Anmerkungen.

Katzenbach explores the transformative potential of senior executive teams, emphasizing that collaboration can enhance company performance without diminishing individual leadership. He provides insights into how CEOs can cultivate a true team dynamic among their executives, leading to greater effectiveness and success. This follow-up to his previous work builds on the idea that teamwork is essential, even at the highest levels of management.

The book provides a comprehensive guide for navigating significant changes in today's marketplace, emphasizing practical strategies and actionable steps. It includes an added feature, the "Real Change Leader's Handbook for Action," which offers assessment tools, checklists, and charts designed to facilitate the implementation of change effectively.

A team at McKinsey & Company set out to discover why some companies were able to change and go on to higher performance levels while most others got bogged down.

The bestselling book that explores the remarkable benefits of teams at all levels of the organization. A look at the 30 virtues of good business that have inspired success in thousands of leaders, by the man voted Boss of the Year, 1994 by the National Organization for Women.