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Gung Ho!: Turn On The People In Any Organization
2 CDs, 1 1/2 hrs
Read by Agnes Herrmann
Ken Blanchard and Sheldon Bowles, co-authors of the New York Times business bestseller Raving Fans, are back with Gung Ho!-an invaluable management tool that outlines foolproof ways to increase productivity by fostering excellent morale in the workplace. Through the inspirational story of business leaders, the revolutionary technique ...more
Read by Agnes Herrmann
Ken Blanchard and Sheldon Bowles, co-authors of the New York Times business bestseller Raving Fans, are back with Gung Ho!-an invaluable management tool that outlines foolproof ways to increase productivity by fostering excellent morale in the workplace. Through the inspirational story of business leaders, the revolutionary technique ...more
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Published
January 2nd 2002
by Random House Audio
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An inspiring story about a woman's quest to save the manufacturing plant she has recently been selected to lead (with her male superiors handing her the role hoping she fails). Her friendship with a fellow outcast named Andy allows her to learn the only way she may be able to save the plant and her fellow workers: through the teachings of Andy's Native American values. What happens next is a trandormation centered around leadership, motivation, and respect, as well as an extremely touching frien...more
My non-book-reading-except-for-stupid-motivational-business-books manager at a bookstore made all the staff read this. He also carried a picture of a yellow Porsche in his wallet, that he was sure he would get by visualizing it. He also said he would be a district manager in two years. It's been 8 years, and he still isn't. I, on the other hand, have achieved my goals while not using any of the ideas embodied in the Spirit of the Squirrel, Way of the Beaver, or Gift of the Goose--at least no...more
i started this one in 2009 and was so close to finishing it by the end of the year! my goal was to squeeze out just ooooone more book to have read that year. but alas, i just finished it today (1-7-10).
again, this is one my husband had on his night stand to read for his career enrichment. it's an easy, quick read, and highly motivating! reminds me, especially as a full-time homemaker, that ALL work has purpose and significance no matter the pay.
again, this is one my husband had on his night stand to read for his career enrichment. it's an easy, quick read, and highly motivating! reminds me, especially as a full-time homemaker, that ALL work has purpose and significance no matter the pay.
Real, practical advice about managing and motivatoing people. Wrapped in a somewhat schmaltzy fable or fairy-tale pretending to be a documentary of a real-life manager's success story.
I'm a sucker for chick-flicks and inspirational stories. I found this book inspirational. Anybody who cares about managing people in business - no matter what the business - should read this book.
Very quick read. Less than one day. Probably a LOT less.
I'm a sucker for chick-flicks and inspirational stories. I found this book inspirational. Anybody who cares about managing people in business - no matter what the business - should read this book.
Very quick read. Less than one day. Probably a LOT less.
More ideas of how to motivate groups of people by focusing on understanding and getting the most from each individual. Ken Blanchard knows how to motivate employees, and his ideas can be applied to a wide range of fields, including, in my opinion, teachers and students.
My boss had us read this book. I would actually like to buy it; Ken gives good advice on how to motivate people and what motivates them. Even if for your own personal information, it is very enlightening. In the end it is leadership and inspiration, not just management.
Solid book that I read for work to improve on my leadership skills. While I'm not sure that many of the ideas here apply to my particular line of work, it was a breezy read that gave me some things to chew on.
Rating may be inflated, but I read this for the third time this month, and I was inspired again by it's clarity and common sense. People need meaningful work, clear goals and lots of encouragement. Blanchard and Bowles do a fine job of communicating these basics.
We tried it in my company. My bosses actually decided it was too much work. However, I liked the book and adapted some of the suggestions for projects I headed and for some charity work I did.
I was surprised by this book. I read it on recommendation and it is a seriously engaging and impressive story that teaches a great management style. Short read and worth it for me.
I liked it!
Another fun, narrative approach to a beat-to-death topic... which is a good thing - it needs some life like Gung Ho! to help us out! I had fun with it.
Another fun, narrative approach to a beat-to-death topic... which is a good thing - it needs some life like Gung Ho! to help us out! I had fun with it.
I've read this book several times, very uplifting and enlightening. Blanchard is a great storyteller, like the old fairytales with the great morals. Highly recommend!
Very Good; story of how plant manager turned around her facility through the suggestions and guidance of Native American whose area performs at an impressive rate
I liked the story behind the book. Just really don't like motivational books. I'm not sure if the squirrel, beaver, and goose are going to work for me.
This is the cheesiest business book I've ever read. There are some good concepts if you can get through the storyline without either laughing or gagging.
I enjoyed the message from this book. I thought the writing was a little boring & lame. I think the point of the book is excellent & if you can learn to manage & run your organization GUNG HO! then its fantastic. I'd recommend it.
Excellent book for team building and motivation in your life or work. rather quick read and uses good, simple analogies to teach the lessons.
I read this book some time ago. If you are into systems and procedures, with a spiritual feel then I would highly recommend this book.
Had to read this for class -- as well as a few other Blanchard books. It was good. Cute story.
Gives good reminders of supporting your team.
Gives good reminders of supporting your team.
As a novel, it is not worth reading. But as an alternative to a boring business book they do get their points clearly communicated.
This is one of my favorite books! It is short but very inspiring and motivational and written well.
P - Purpose
E - Empowered
R - Relationships
F - Flexibility
O - Optimize
R - Recognize
M - Morale
E - Empowered
R - Relationships
F - Flexibility
O - Optimize
R - Recognize
M - Morale
Absolutely trash. This was forced upon me by my boss. This thing was practically unreadable.
Good book, easy read... recommend for people trying to build a team or lead a team
Definitely one of the most useful and inspiring business books I've read.
Gift of the Goose! A book that should be re-read every couple of years.
Quick and simple lesson on finding passion in your job and in your life!
A basic management philosphy that can be utilized by anyone.
I've met Ken and he's inspiring in this book as always.
Interesting. I can see how it could work.
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Blanchard was born in Orange, New Jersey and grew up in New Rochelle, New York.He attended New Rochelle High School, graduating in 1957. He completed a BS degree in government and philosophy at Cornell University in 1961, a MA degree in sociology and counseling at Colgate University in 1963 and a PhD degree in education administration and leadership at Cornell University in 1967. As an undergradua...more
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