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| Authors | Alex Lowy, Phil Hood |
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| Published | April 16th, 2004 |
| Manufacturer | Jossey-Bass |
| Media Type | Hardcover |
| List Price | $45.00 |
| Our Price | $42.22 |
| You Save | $2.78 (6.2%) |
| Used Price | $33.99 |
| Sales Rank | 76103 |
| Availability | Usually ships in 24 hours |
| Average Rating | 4.00 |
| Record Updated | July 31st, 2005 at 5:24 pm PDT |
| Lookup ID | 0787972924-3893 |
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Not that useful. No insight. (2 stars)
I did not find the book very useful. The explanation are not insightful. If you are a management consultant already, then the content would be too light for you. The only thing i like is that they have collected a nice list of 2x2 matrix, some of which is a relaxing and fun matrix to know.
A great book ! (5 stars)
A great book !
I really enjoy the book. This is a great book for person who looks for way to improve his/her problem solving approach. It will help your problem solving method more structure. It contains proven 2x2 Matrix ranging from Strategic framework, Organization framework and Individual framework.
I strongly recommend for everybody who are preparing for the case interview with big consulting firms. Also, this is the great book for all managers.
A must buy... (5 stars)
If you want to learn about how to go deep in strategy this is a really good book. The authors propose a method to help you define core dilemmas facing your business and then use that as a starting point for developing strategy. They say that dynamic tension and conflict are the starting point for change and growth, both in the firm and as managers.
The second half of the book is devoted to 55 classic and not-so classic 2 x 2 matrices. The typical business student may be aware of many of these such as BCG portfolio grid and Stephen Covey's urgency and importance. However, the best value is the 2 x 2 models and cases in areas such as marketing, risk, and organizational processes. I think every organization will see itself in these examples. The authors include a method for each 2 x 2. You can literally begin to apply the thinking right away. I think anyone in business or a business strategy course would benefit.