The CENTERLESS CORPORATION: A NEW MODEL FOR TRANSFORMING YOUR ORGANIZATION FOR GROWTH AND PROSPERITY

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The CENTERLESS CORPORATION: A NEW MODEL FOR TRANSFORMING YOUR ORGANIZATION FOR GROWTH AND PROSPERITY
Bruce A. Pasternack , Albert J. Viscio , and FRANK FRANK ASCH
Manufacturer: Simon & Schuster
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Bruce Pasternack and Albert Viscio, founding partners of Booz-Allen & Hamilton's Strategic Leadership Practice, have taken a comprehensive study on current business behavior that was conducted by their consulting firm and have used it to develop an intriguing new structure for companies of the future. In The Centerless Corporation: Transforming Your Organization for Growth and Prosperity in the New Millennium, they argue that decreasing bureaucracy and increasing communication in an environment where education and idea-sharing are actively promoted will prove a successful alternative to the top-down style of central management still favored by many businesses today.

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In today's fast-paced global business environment, the conventional model of the corporation and its management principles no longer deliver results. Economic upheaval, changing demographics, and technological revolution have forever altered the requirements for running a business today. Now, in response, The Centerless Corporation presents a radical new corporate model -- designed for your organization's survival, growth, and prosperity.

Drawing on groundbreaking research they conducted at Booz • Allen & Hamilton, Bruce A. Pasternack and Albert J. Viscio offer a comprehensive strategy for managing in turbulent times. To deal with increasing complexity, they contend, leaders must abandon their command-and-control mentality and establish a model in which responsibility and accountability are distributed throughout the organization, employees are regarded as valued resources, and knowledge flows freely. Illustrating their ideas with invaluable real-life examples, Pasternack and Viscio explain how to attract and develop leaders, build coherence to unite all parts of an organization, and restructure business units and corporate roles to add value rather than overhead.

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Great Idea, but can it be applied?.......2007-04-11

This idea of a centerless corporation is ideal. Progressing to this step will be very difficult. I think all managers in corporations should be required to read and grasp this idea. It will make their job more efficient and less stressful.

A few interesting ideas, but caveat emptor.......2001-07-23

I worked as an internal consultant in a large US federal agency where Booz Allen & Hamilton used this book as the "Bible" for their restructuring effort. While some of the ideas have merit, the book is overly prescriptive without enough regard for the nature of the underlying organization and its environment. Woe to the government executive who thinks he or she can manage a "centerless" agency, with its scary implications for accountability to Congress, the head of the agency, and citizens. Perhaps this review is more a reflection on how the book was used by BAH, but the lack of caution I saw in its application leads me to advise readers to be careful about applying its guidance. I would hazard a guess that similar dangers confront private sector consumers of this book's prescriptions.

Nothing but Fluff.......2000-03-17

This book was written solely as a money-maker, rather than a real information and strategy provider. As a consultant, I bought this book to provide background on corporate organizational issues. Much to my dismay, the book offered me nothing--and I mean NOTHING! The book is simply a recap of what any consultant should already know about corporate strategies, business models and organizational development. I believe that these writers began to think that they were in the wrong business, and therefore, tried to earn a little extra money by putting down what they already knew rather than researching, analyzing and providing something that is truly innovative and transforming. A good read if you want to know the basics and are new to business, otherwise, a waste of time!

Innovative and Informative.......1999-11-30

This book provided real world solutions to the issues facing the large 21st century corporation. It is clear that the authors have an enormous amount of experience and they share the lessons they have learned in an easy-to-understand manner. I have recommended the book to the chairwoman of my corporation.

Extremely good, but a little repetitive.......1999-09-16

I enjoy reading "The Centerless Corporation" more than almost any other business book. It provided me with a lot of good applicable ideas based on a visionary perception of the corporate organizations for the next century.

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The book provides members of the television industry - who increasingly view licensing as having the potential to generate ancillary revenue streams - with concrete, how-to information on launching a merchandise licensing program. It contains anecdotes and examples that will give those new to the business a feel for how it operates.

The book provides an overview of merchandise licensing for broadcast and cable television executives. It offers a historical context; a discussion of current and future trends; an examination of the players involved in television-based licensing and their respective roles; an explanation of how to evaluate and implement a licensing program based on a character, a television program, or a brand; and a variety of case studies to illustrate the points in the book.

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Using Taiwan as a case study, this book explores questions facing the developing nations: How does a small nation short on natural resources manage to develop at a rapid rate conomically? How does such a nation continue its high rate of economic development when its labor force is, in general, no longer inexpensive? What are the relevant issues, obstacles and advantages to be dealt with in newly industrialized economies? How do the nation's public and private sector leaders see the increase in economic development for themselves?

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Straight and to the point.......2003-07-10

Finally, a comprehensive summary of everything you need to know about IT RFPs! Time and time again I have seen Fortune 500 companies (more specifically their management teams)jump through the RFP process making costly mistakes. To avoid those mistakes, this book is invaluable to anyone working on proposals, from the sales team to the business analyst. It is well worth the small investment to obtain an excellent reference source.

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Any great salesperson will tell you that mastering the fundamentals is the key to sales success. This latest addition to the Positive Business series is a comprehensive guide to every aspect of selling. Expert consultant Kristina Susac's unique approach gives readers a complete understanding of the entire sales process: from preparation, to presentation skills, to post-sale customer care and retention. Tools for understanding the customer's perspective are presented throughout, such as establishing rapport, developing listening skills, and identifying customer motives, issues, and needs. Susac's distinctive holistic approach addresses the emotional factors that impact the bottom line, such as motivation, life-work balance, rejection, adversity, and radiating a positive attitude. Step-by-step training exercises and practical real-world advice guarantee that readers will come away with the skills to make selling both a profitable and fulfilling experience from beginning to end.

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Real Results.......2005-05-22

Susac's approach is interesting and streamlined. I wish she had written it years ago; it would have helped our business a lot earlier. We've purchased copies for every member of our staff, and everyone agrees: It is readable. It is usable. And it produces instant results! I especially enjoyed the concrete examples she gives, and the personal anecdotes make it very accessible! We're just waiting for the sequel!

Master Selling - a MUST read.......2005-05-18

Master Selling Maximize Success written by Kristina Susac is a much needed tool for anyone in the business arena - whether you are a salesperson, CEO, or business owner. The author has written this book in no nonsense format that clearly and concisely communicates the mechanical as well as the finer points of selling. The author encompasses "Work Solution" exercises throughout the book which enables the reader to develop and digest the selling pearls of wisdom. The book also contains lively graphics to maintain the reader's interest. On a scale of one to ten; ten being best - I give it an eleven.

A New Look at the World's Second Oldest Profession.......2005-05-10

Kristina Susac writes as one who has been there and done it--with great success. She combines an extremely clear and effective writing style with subtle points on the subject that might very well escape an author with only an academic understanding of what is involved in a much maligned profession.

For both the newcomer as well as the practiced professional looking for some new angles, this book is both a primer and a refresher course. It is emminently readable, yet detailed. It describes, step by step, this very natural human interaction that nonetheless is often incompletely and unevenly conducted, even by veterans.

As a sales professional with 30 years experience learned mostly in the School of Hard Knocks, I recommend Ms. Susac's book highly.

bread and butter principles of selling .......2005-03-20

The most comprehensive compilation of the bread and butter principles of selling and customer care (and sales person self-care) I've seen. No fluff or gimmicks. And, I've read lots of books on selling as well as sold stuff in the real world.

It's short and attractively formatted both of which are a plus. The cover flaps were also surprisingly useful page markers; I haven't seen that on a paperback before.

It's a valuable handbook not only for salespeople but for anyone involved in business.

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Wow!! "IF YOU LEAD, THEY WILL FOLLOW" is the best MLM book I have ever read. Can you imagine, that within 3 to 5 minutes, the person you are talking to about your business, is even worth talking to. Patrick Higgins, author of the book, shows you the way on how to become a leader, like he used to be when he was involved a few years back. One thing I like to mention is when your involved in MLM company, alot of people quit because they are uneducated in the industry, Patrick's first book, "THE FUTURE IS KNOWING MARKETING" shows that anyone can do it. This book "IF YOU LEAD, THEY WILL FOLLOW" will show you on how to become a leader. No other MLM book can tell you more, than this one. I hope whoever gets involved in the MLM industry, gets this book, it will bless you!!!... Thankyou.....

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Team Work makes the Dreams Work , this book empowers !.......1999-06-28

This sensational book has moved the group I am working with to a greater hight of awarness. I am seeing a new Attitude amoung our group. This book should be read by every person in the working world, as it is a tremendous resource . I have never read something so simple and yet so great about network marking . Our group is setting goals and ready to explode. Thank You Patrick, for such a giving and caring book.

A valuable, valuable tool!.......1999-04-01

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Can people really learn to become great leaders? You bet! And Patrick Higgins, through this book, makes the process so simple. Every networker who wants to build a huge downline and then lead that group to success needs this book. It turns the seemingly scary aspects of leadership into child's play.

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