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Upstream
How to solve problems before they happen
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New York Times bestselling author Dan Heath asks what happens when we take our thinking upstream and try to prevent problems before they happen.
When we shift our energies upstream, we stop dealing with the symptoms of problems and we start fixing problems.
If we can stop crimes from being committed, we do not need to work to 'solve' crimes.
If we can prevent chronic diseases from developing, we do not need to treat these diseases.
If we can provide affordable housing, we do not need to provide shelter for the homeless.
Looking to business, politics, and society, Dan Heath shows us that we have the capacity to solve some of our thorniest personal, organisational and societal issues. We just need to start to think about the system rather than the symptoms. Drawing on insights from his extensive research, as well as hundreds of new interviews with unconventional problem solvers, Dan delivers practical solutions for preventing problems rather than simply reacting to them.
Packed with vivid stories and practical examples, Upstream is the rare book that can both revitalise your business and make our world a better place. – Daniel H. Pink, No. 1 New York Times bestselling author of When, Drive and To Sell Is Human
Informs, engages and, above all, entertains. – Charles Duhigg, bestselling author of The Power of Habit and Smarter, Faster, Better
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Upstream by Dan Heath has been praised for its compelling storytelling and engaging research, offering valuable insights into preventing problems rather than constantly managing crises. The book is lauded as a practical guide for leaders, enriched with vivid stories and examples, and is seen as a transformative approach to problem-solving, reminiscent of the works of Malcolm Gladwell. It is considered an essential read for anyone looking to implement significant changes in both personal and professional contexts.
Book Details
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ISBN: 9781787632745
Publisher: Transworld Publishers Ltd
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 05 March 2020
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Bantam Press
Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 23.0mm
Width: 153.0mm
Height: 234.0mm
Weight: 388g
Pages: 320
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About the Author
Dan Heath is the #1 New York Times bestselling co-author/author of six books, including Made to Stick, Switch, and The Power of Moments. His books have sold over four million copies worldwide and been translated into thirty-five languages. Dan also hosts the award-winning podcast What It's Like To Be..., which explores what it's like to walk in the shoes of people from different professions (a mystery novelist, a cattle rancher, a forensic accountant, and more). He lives in Durham, North Carolina.
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