All I Really Need to Know in Business I Learned at Microsoft

by Julie Bick

In a national best-seller, a veteran manager at Microsoft offers a peek at the strategies of one of the world's most successful companies, providing advice on all aspects of business and illuminating his tips with anecdotes from the company. Reprint.

Genres: Business, Technology, Nonfiction

176 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1997

Reviews

[Abram Jackson · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book isn't necessarily amazing, and I don't think I'd recommend it in general. However, for the Microsoftie that wasn't around in the 90s, Julie gives simple explanations for a whole lot of Microsoftisms and culture. Managing your manager, meetings, interviews, organisational politics, leading, and so on are defined with clear examples. The jokes about being overworked aren't exactly accurate anymore, but I found the section on being a good boss particularly helpful.

[Lidija · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved it - I am a former Microsoftie myself, and it's absolutely true that you learn at a faster clip at MS than you do at many other companies. Julie made me laugh more than once remembering the culture. Lots of practical advice for anyone, despite being somewhat dated now!

[Allie Oosta · Rating 4 out of 5]

a fascinating glimpse into microsoft in the late 90s, with so many nods to what will become a big influence on amazon’s leadership style as well.

[Manuja · Rating 4 out of 5]

An easy read. Julie Bick offers simple and straightforward advice to stay focus in your business. She only offers advice; how they are executed are up to the person. That means one must practice before preaching.

[Eliot · Rating 3 out of 5]

Learned so much from MS back in the day. Some useful insights.

[Lori Grant · Rating 4 out of 5]

A should-read company profile for knowledge workers, managers, directors, C-levels, and entrepreneurs.

[Cloay · Rating 3 out of 5]

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