APPLIED WISDOM IBD

Sinopsis

Success in business demands the effective management of people. James C. Morgan, who for nearly three decades led the high-tech powerhouse Applied Materials Inc. to both financial success and to the designation as one of America&rsquo,s most admired companies and best places to work, provides a simple, straightforward set of principles and tips that he says can help anyone be a better manager. Applied Materials is one of Silicon Valley&rsquo,s great success stories and it helped propel the digital revolution. But Jim Morgan&rsquo,s management techniques are not reserved for high-tech: Applied Wisdom shows how the same approaches, tools, and values work at any scale, from start-ups to middle management in a global corporation &mdash, and even to non-profits. Rich in stories and practical examples, it&rsquo,s a must-read for those seeking a timeless and proven management manual.Advance Praise for Applied Wisdom&ldquo,I have been a beneficiary of Jim&rsquo,s wisdom and this book makes his wisdom come alive for new and experienced leaders alike.&rdquo,&mdash, Henry M. Paulson, Chairman, The Paulson Institute, former U.S. Treasury Secretary&ldquo,Managers of any size business or non-profit group will find solid advice for building agile and effective organizations.&rdquo,&mdash, Meg Whitman, CEO, Hewlett Packard Enterprise, former CEO of eBay&ldquo,Jim is one of the icons of Silicon Valley&hellip, Applied Wisdom reinforces the importance of going beyond slogans and lip service and committing to basic, but very important values.&rdquo,&mdash, Willem P. Roelandts, Chairman of the Board of Applied Materials, Inc., 30-year veteran of Hewlett-Packard Co.&ldquo,Applied Wisdom is a treasure trove of useful insights from a true master of leadership in the business of technology.&rdquo,&mdash, G. Dan Hutcheson, CEO and Chairman of VLSI Research&ldquo,Applied Wisdom is a must-read for anyone who wants to have a more productive, focused and motivated team.&rdquo,&mdash, Mark R. Tercek, President and CEO, The Nature Conservancy&ldquo,If you want to be a better manager follow Jim&rsquo,s straightforward prescription and tips.&rdquo,&mdash, Heidi Roizen, Operating Partner, DFJ, Fenwick and West Entrepreneurship Educator, Dept. of Engineering, Stanford University