The Open Organization

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Igniting Passion and Performance

By Jim Whitehurst

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The Open Organization by Jim Whitehurst explores the concept of transforming traditional business structures into more dynamic, open environments that foster collaboration, innovation, and engagement. The book shares insights on how open principles can drive culture change, enhance employee motivation, and improve adaptability in the competitive landscape of business and entrepreneurship.
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The Open Organization

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Book Hero Magic created this recommendation. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! IS THIS YOUR NEXT READ?

You might enjoy this insightful read if you're interested in learning how open principles can transform business practices for greater innovation and agility. The author shares his experiences and strategies from leading a major open-source technology company, offering a compelling perspective on fostering collaboration and empowering employees.

This is a story of reinvention.

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This is a story of reinvention.

Jim Whitehurst, celebrated president and CEO of one of the world's most revolutionary software companies, narrates his first-hand journey from being a traditional manager at Delta Air Lines and Boston Consulting Group to becoming CEO of one of the most open organisational environments he had ever encountered. This challenging transition and the lessons Whitehurst learned during this period have paved the way for a new style of management. According to Whitehurst, this is the only way companies will successfully function in the future. As Whitehurst emphasizes: "Adapt or die."

Beyond embracing the technology that has disrupted entire industries, companies must now adapt their management and organisational design to better fit the Information Age. Through a mix of vibrant stories, candid lessons, and tested processes, Whitehurst demonstrates how Red Hat has dismantled the traditional operating model by emerging from a purely bottom-up culture and learning how to execute it at scale. He explains what other companies are doing, and need to do, to bring this open style into all facets of their organisations.

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The Open Organization by Jim Whitehurst has received favourable reviews for its insights into creating dynamic, engaged communities within businesses. Its emphasis on transparency, collaboration, and participation is praised as a valuable guide for modern leadership. The book is celebrated for its thoughtful examination of how openness in management can drive innovation and successful organisational change.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781625275271

Publisher: Harvard Business School Publishing

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 02 June 2015

Country: United States

Imprint: Harvard Business School Press

Illustration: Illustrations

Contributors:

Foreword by Gary Hamel

Audience: Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Width: 155.0mm

Height: 234.0mm

Weight: 467g

Pages: 256

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Business & Entrepreneurship Business Leadership & Management Company Culture & Human Resources Jim Whitehurst Non-Fiction

About the Author

JIM WHITEHURST is CEO of Red Hat, the largest open source software company in the world. Before joining Red Hat, Whitehurst held various positions at Delta Air Lines, most recently as Chief Operating Officer, responsible for operations, sales and customer service, network and revenue management, marketing, and corporate strategy. Prior to joining Delta, he was a Partner at The Boston Consulting Group (BCG) and held various leadership roles in BCG's Chicago, Hong Kong, Shanghai, and Atlanta offices.