{"product_id":"rapid-results-9780787977344","title":"Rapid Results","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eRapid Results!\u003c\/i\u003e shows how to make large-scale changes succeed by using 100-day results-producing projects to develop this vital implementation capability. Written by Robert H. Schaffer, Ronald N. Ashkenas, and their associatesleaders in the field of change management\u003ci\u003eRapid Results!\u003c\/i\u003e describes an approach that has been field-tested by real organizations of every size and description to improve performance and speed the pace of change.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRapid results projects produce results quickly, introduce new work patterns, and enable participants to learn a variety of lessons about managing change. Step by step, the book describes how the use of rapid-cycle, or 100-day, projects will multiply your organization''s power to succeed at large-scale change. Schaffer and Ashkenas specifically outline the concept behind 100-day projects and show you how to\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eSet up the architecture to implement rapid results projects\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eImprove operational performance and also attain h\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTrade Review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the business world, it's all about rapid results. Schaffer and Ashkenas are here to make sure your company is maintaining the pace.\u003cbr\u003e In the lightning-fast business landscape of the 21st century, managers are expected to produce solid results, quickly. According to the authors, the key to creating widespread, lasting progress begins with achieving rapid results at the micro level—as you engineer small victories, your company will build a solid foundation for future, more global success. With their 100-day projects, the authors lay the groundwork for organizations to experience marked success at the micro level, which will eventually lead to increased productivity and the ability to implement necessary reorganization on the larger management level. Some of key points include the necessity of mobilizing large groups of people to initiate change, the importance of creating a unique transformation plan for your company and the significance of applying these principles in developing countries. Both authors bring a record of proven success coaching CEOs and other upper-level management, and they provide copious examples of rapid results successes, including Georgia-Pacific, Citigroup, U.S. Borax and United Aluminum.\u003cbr\u003e In an arena where quick success is paramount, learn the tools of \u003ci\u003eRapid Results\u003c\/i\u003e or get left behind. (\u003ci\u003eKirkus Reports Business Newsletter\u003c\/i\u003e, October 2005)  \u003cp\u003e\"In an arena where quick success is paramount, learn the tools of \u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003eRapid Results\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e or get left behind.\" (\u003ci\u003eKirkus Reports\u003c\/i\u003e)\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\"Ownership of the idea doesn’t matter. What does matter is that the approach works.\" (\u003ci\u003eCIO Insight Magazine\u003c\/i\u003e Review by Paul B. Brown, October 2005)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003ePreface vii\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart One: Implementation Capability: Strengthening the Weakest Link\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1. A Thousand Cures: Which One is Right? 3\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2. The Potential is There to Respond 17\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3. Start with Results, Not Preparations 31\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart Two: Rapid Results: Expanding Implementation Capability\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4. Gain Rapid Results on Key Goals 51\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5. Mobilize Large Numbers of People in Change 73\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6. Build Your Own Unique Transformation Process 97\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7. Georgia-Pacific Takes It All the Way 111\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart Three: Using Enhanced Implementation Capability to Execute Large-Scale Change\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8. Make Acquisitions and Mergers Succeed 133\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9. Unleash Implementation Capacity in Developing Countries 153\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10. Spark Strategic Momentum with Rapid Results 173\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11. Develop Leaders Through Results Achievement 193\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart Four: Conclusion\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e12. Challenge for Leaders: You Can Make It Happen! Will You? 213\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNotes 231\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAcknowledgments 237\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Authors 239\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIndex 243\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"John Wiley \u0026 Sons Inc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49405050159447,"sku":"9780787977344","price":24.29,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/bookcurl.com\/products\/rapid-results-9780787977344","provider":"Book Curl","version":"1.0","type":"link"}