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The Opposable Mind: How Successful Leaders Win Through Integrative Thinking
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If You Want To Be As Successful As Jack Welch, Larry Bossidy, Or Michael Dell, Read Their Autobiographical Advice Books, Right? Wrong, Says Roger Martin In The Opposable Mind. Though Following Best Practice Can Help In Some Ways, It Also Poses A Danger. By Emulating What A Great Leader Did In A Particular Situation, You'Ll Likely Be Terribly Disappointed With Your Own Results. Why? Your Situation Is Different.Instead Of Focusing On What Exceptional Leaders Do, We Need To Understand And Emulate How They Think. Successful Businesspeople Engage In What Martin Calls Integrative Thinking, Creatively Resolving The Tension In Opposing Models By Forming Entirely New And Superior Ones. Drawing On Stories Of Leaders As Diverse As Ag Lafley Of Procter & Gamble, Meg Whitman Of Ebay, Victoria Hale Of The Institute For One World Health, And Nandan Nilekani Of Infosys, Martin Shows How Integrative Thinkers Are Relentlessly Diagnosing And Synthesizing By Asking Probing Questions Including: What Are The Causal Relationships At Work Here? And What Are The Implied Tradeoffs?Martin Also Presents A Model For Strengthening Your Integrative Thinking Skills By Drawing On Different Kinds Of Knowledge Including Conceptual And Experiential Knowledge.Integrative Thinking Can Be Learned, And The Opposable Mind Helps You Master This Vital Skill.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Opposable Mind'? A: The main theme of 'The Opposable Mind' is integrative thinking, which emphasizes the importance of understanding how successful leaders think rather than merely emulating their actions. Roger Martin illustrates how leaders creatively resolve tensions in opposing models to formulate superior solutions.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Opposable Mind'? A: The author of 'The Opposable Mind' is Roger L. Martin, a renowned business thinker and former dean of the Rotman School of Management at the University of Toronto.
- Q: What are the key skills highlighted in the book for improving integrative thinking? A: The book emphasizes the importance of diagnosing and synthesizing different kinds of knowledge, including conceptual and experiential knowledge, to enhance integrative thinking skills.
- Q: What is the format of the book? A: 'The Opposable Mind' is available in hardcover format, providing durability for regular use and a professional appearance.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Opposable Mind' contain? A: 'The Opposable Mind' contains a total of 224 pages, making it a concise read that covers its themes effectively.
- Q: When was 'The Opposable Mind' published? A: 'The Opposable Mind' was published on October 29, 2007, with a release date of December 4, 2007.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: 'The Opposable Mind' is listed as a new book, ensuring that readers receive a copy in pristine condition without wear or damage.
- Q: What category does 'The Opposable Mind' fall under? A: 'The Opposable Mind' is categorized under Motivation & Self-Improvement, making it suitable for readers interested in personal and professional growth.
- Q: Can integrative thinking be learned? A: Yes, according to Roger Martin, integrative thinking is a skill that can be learned and developed through practice, as outlined in the book.
- Q: What are some examples of leaders mentioned in the book? A: The book features examples of notable leaders such as AG Lafley of Procter & Gamble, Meg Whitman of eBay, Victoria Hale of the Institute for One World Health, and Nandan Nilekani of Infosys.