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The Beekeeper

Pollinating Your Organization for Transformative Growth
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The Beekeeper by Katie P. Desiderio and Michael G. Frino is a business fable that explores leadership, innovation, and teamwork through the analogy of beekeeping. It follows the journey of a character who learns valuable insights into the dynamics of a successful organisation by observing the structured, yet flexible, world of bees. The story provides actionable lessons for entrepreneurs and business leaders seeking to build strong, resilient teams.
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This book may appeal to you if you are interested in leadership and management strategies inspired by the natural world. It offers unique insights and concepts drawn from the intricate systems of beekeeping, which can be applied to enhancing business practices and entrepreneurial pursuits. If you appreciate fresh perspectives on achieving organisational success, this book could captivate your interest.

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The Beekeeper

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A WALL STREET JOURNAL BESTSELLER

Put yourself at the center of your team’s learning and growth

In The Beekeeper, a team of renowned management and leadership professionals deliver an insightful and engaging exploration of what it means to place oneself at the core of learning and growth for the members of your organisation.

The story is told through the eyes of Catherine, the 43-year-old founder and owner of a rapidly growing business. You’ll follow her as she transforms the way she leads and inspires others, revolutionising the culture at her company by learning from the people around her. The authors lead you through practical strategies and techniques you can implement immediately to achieve extraordinary results in your life and in your business. You’ll learn about:

  • Taking a central and active role in the growth and maturation of your employees and leadership team members.
  • The author’s “Art of Learning to Be Proximal,” a strategy for placing yourself at the core of your company’s growth.
  • Methods for ensuring your team is putting people first and living your company’s mission and values.

An indispensable guide for founders, entrepreneurs, managers, and executives at growing companies, The Beekeeper will also earn a place on the bookshelves of company board members looking for ways to best contribute to their firm’s ongoing success.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781394165261

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 27 April 2023

Country: United States

Imprint: John Wiley & Sons Inc

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 20.0mm

Width: 145.0mm

Height: 218.0mm

Weight: 318g

Pages: 176

About the Author

Katie P. Desiderio, MBA, PhD, is a Wiley DiSC Partner and Partner in Learning at Proximal Development, LLC, her leadership development consultancy. She is also Professor of Management at Moravian University's School of Business and Economics.

Michael G. Frino, MBA, PhD, is a Wiley DiSC Partner and oversees Human Capital Development for a division of a Fortune 500 MedTech Company. He also leads DE&I program management and leadership development.

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