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The KnowingDoing Gap: How Smart Companies Turn Knowledge into Action,New
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Why are there so many gaps between what firms know they should do and what they actually do? Why do so many companies fail to implement the experience and insight they've worked so hard to acquire? The KnowingDoing Gap is the first book to confront the challenge of turning knowledge about how to improve performance into actions that produce measurable results. Jeffrey Pfeffer and Robert Sutton, wellknown authors and teachers, identify the causes of the knowingdoing gap and explain how to close it. The message is clearfirms that turn knowledge into action avoid the 'smart talk trap.' Executives must use plans, analysis, meetings, and presentations to inspire deeds, not as substitutes for action. Companies that act on their knowledge also eliminate fear, abolish destructive internal competition, measure what matters, and promote leaders who understand the work people do in their firms. The authors use examples from dozens of firms that show how some overcome the knowingdoing gap, why others try but fail, and how still others avoid the gap in the first place. The KnowingDoing Gap is sure to resonate with executives everywhere who struggle daily to make their firms both know and do what they know. It is a refreshingly candid, useful, and realistic guide for improving performance in today's business.
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- Q: What is 'The Knowing-Doing Gap' about? A: 'The Knowing-Doing Gap' addresses the disconnect between what businesses know they should do and what they actually implement. The authors, Jeffrey Pfeffer and Robert Sutton, explore why companies struggle to turn knowledge into actionable results and provide insights on overcoming this challenge.
- Q: Who are the authors of this book? A: The book is authored by Jeffrey Pfeffer and Robert Sutton, both of whom are recognized scholars and educators in the field of management and organizational behavior.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: 'The Knowing-Doing Gap' was published on January 15, 2000.
- Q: What are the main themes discussed in the book? A: The main themes include the importance of turning knowledge into action, avoiding the 'smart talk trap', and fostering a culture that encourages meaningful action over mere discussion. The authors provide practical strategies for closing the knowing-doing gap.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book consists of 314 pages.
- Q: What format is this book available in? A: 'The Knowing-Doing Gap' is available in a hardcover format.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: This listing is for a new condition book.
- Q: Is there an edition specified for this book? A: Yes, this is the first edition of 'The Knowing-Doing Gap'.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: 'The Knowing-Doing Gap' is categorized under Information Management.
- Q: Can this book help improve organizational performance? A: Yes, the book offers insights and practical advice aimed at helping organizations improve performance by effectively applying their knowledge.