Theory Z
by William G. Ouchi
Taste attributes: documentarybusinessslowfresh & originalheavyrealisticintricatelinearempowerment/personal growthunlikely connections
Boxlist takeExpect a realistic, slow-burning non-fiction book, fresh rather than familiar. Best if you like patience over pace.
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Pace: slow · Originality: fresh · Tone: balanced · Weight: balanced · Realism: true to life · Story: balanced · Structure: linear · Look: balanced · Scale: balanced · Emotional punch: balancedHow we score
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About This Book
William Ouchi came up with a perspective of organizational culture that premised on his observations of management practices in Japanese corporate and industrial culture. He labeled the Japanese model Theory Z. Theory Z describes a work environment that is characterized by trust, subtlety, and intimacy. Theory Z “suggests that involved workers are the key to increased productivity” (1981, p. 4).
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- Author
- William G. Ouchi
- Published
- 1981
- Pages
- 244
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