- Hardcover: 296 pages
- Publisher: Gower Publishing Ltd (Nov 6 1986)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 056602683X
- ISBN-13: 978-0566026836
- Product Dimensions: 22.8 x 15.2 x 2.4 cm
- Shipping Weight: 458 g
- Average Customer Review: 2.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (1 customer review)
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From Publishers Weekly
In this intriguing, readable business novel, which illustrates state-of-the-art economic theory, Alex Rogo is a UniCo plant manager whose factory and marriage are failing. To revitalize the plant, he follows piecemeal advice from an elusive former college professor who teaches, for example, that reduction in the efficiency of some plant operations may make the entire operation more productive. Alex's attempts to find the path to profitability and to engage his employeesi n the struggle involve the reader; and thankfully the authors' economic models, including a game with match sticks and bowls, are easy to understand. Although some characters are as anonymous as the goods manufactured in the factory, others ring true. In addition, the tender story of Alex and his wife's separation and reconciliation makes a touching contrast to the rest of the book. Recommended for anyone with an interest in the state of the American economy.
Copyright 1986 Reed Business Information, Inc.
Copyright 1986 Reed Business Information, Inc.
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The concept is good. But the marriage details that surround it were TOO MUCH. The points could have been given in overview format and much more concisely stated. I got tired of this fast, because I don't have time to read it all. I read about 2 books a weeks, but not when I have to sit through a bunch of boring details. Intead, I like the setup of "Mastering the Rockefeller Habits." The first chapter was designed for executives who won't spend the time reading the whole thing, but instead want an overview to quickly grasp the point of the book. These busy readers are then instructed to find the chapters that they are interested in and read up as needed. I recommend reading the whole book, "Mastering the Rockefeller Habits" but I like the option to read or just review! Unfortunately, I didn't have this option with "The Goal."
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This review is from: The Goal: Beating the Competition (Hardcover)
The concept is good. But the marriage details that surround it were TOO MUCH. The points could have been given in overview format and much more concisely stated. I got tired of this fast, because I don't have time to read it all. I read about 2 books a weeks, but not when I have to sit through a bunch of boring details. Intead, I like the setup of "Mastering the Rockefeller Habits." The first chapter was designed for executives who won't spend the time reading the whole thing, but instead want an overview to quickly grasp the point of the book. These busy readers are then instructed to find the chapters that they are interested in and read up as needed. I recommend reading the whole book, "Mastering the Rockefeller Habits" but I like the option to read or just review! Unfortunately, I didn't have this option with "The Goal." |
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