Predictable Surprises

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The Disasters you Should Have Seen Coming, and How to Prevent Them

By Michael Watkins and Max H. Bazerman

Series: Leadership for the Common Good

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Predictable Surprises by Michael Watkins and Max H. Bazerman examines why organisations seem caught off guard by issues that are easily foreseeable. The authors explore the systemic reasons behind these failures and provide strategies for leaders to anticipate and effectively manage potential crises, improving decision-making and crisis preparedness in the business world.
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You might enjoy this book if you are interested in understanding how organisations can anticipate and avoid foreseeable crises. The authors delve into decision-making processes within businesses, helping leaders identify pitfalls and plan strategically to mitigate risks. It's a captivating read for those keen on navigating the complexities of leadership and crisis management effectively.

Predictable Surprises

Even the best-run companies can get blindsided by disasters they should have anticipated. This book shows you how to minimize your risk by understanding and lowering the psychological, organizational, and political barriers preventing you from foreseeing calamity.

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Most events that catch us by surprise are both predictable and preventable, but we consistently miss the warning signs. This book shows why such predictable surprises place us all at risk and demonstrates how we can understand, anticipate, and prevent them before disaster strikes.

Predictable Surprises by Michael Watkins and Max H. Bazerman offers valuable insights into the nature of these unforeseen events. By identifying the reasons behind our inability to foresee and act on these signs, the authors provide practical strategies for anticipating and mitigating potential crises.

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Predictable Surprises by Michael Watkins and Max H. Bazerman explores how business leaders often overlook apparent risks that lead to avoidable crises. Reviewers appreciate the book's insight into strategic planning and risk management, praising its blend of practical advice with real-world examples. Although the solutions offered are deemed useful, some note that the concepts may feel somewhat familiar to seasoned professionals.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781422122877

Publisher: Harvard Business Review Press

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 25 March 2008

Country: United States

Imprint: Harvard Business Review Press

Illustration: Illustrations

Audience: Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Width: 139.0mm

Height: 210.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 336

Collections

Business & Entrepreneurship Business Leadership & Management Business Strategy & Negotiation Company Culture & Human Resources Max H. Bazerman Michael Watkins Non-Fiction Series: Leadership for the Common Good

About the Author

Max H. Bazerman is the Jesse Isidor Straus Professor of Business Administration at Harvard Business School. Michael D. Watkins is Professor of General Management at IMD in Lausanne, Switzerland, and co-founder of Genesis Advisers, a leadership development company.