Who Says Elephants Can't Dance?: Leading a Great Enterprise through Dramatic Change
By Louis Gerstner
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"Who Says Elephants Can't Dance?" is a compelling memoir by Louis Gerstner, the former CEO of IBM.
In this insightful book, Gerstner recounts his journey of transforming a struggling company from near bankruptcy to a global technology powerhouse.
He vividly describes the challenges he faced upon joining IBM, including a lack of innovation, internal conflicts, and a decline in market share.
Gerstner shares his strategic initiatives and decision-making processes that turned the company around, highlighting the importance of customer focus, teamwork, and a relentless pursuit of excellence.
Through his engaging storytelling, Gerstner reveals the cultural transformation that took place within IBM, emphasizing the value of employee empowerment and a leadership mindset that embraces change.
He examines the role of technology in today's business landscape, offering valuable insights into the need for adaptability, breakneck speed, and customer-centricity.
With candor and wisdom, Gerstner provides a behind-the-scenes look at the inner workings of a corporate giant, imparting timeless lessons on leadership, organizational change, and business success.
"Who Says Elephants Can't Dance?" is a must-read for anyone interested in business, management, and the power of transformation to create lasting impact.
In this insightful book, Gerstner recounts his journey of transforming a struggling company from near bankruptcy to a global technology powerhouse.
He vividly describes the challenges he faced upon joining IBM, including a lack of innovation, internal conflicts, and a decline in market share.
Gerstner shares his strategic initiatives and decision-making processes that turned the company around, highlighting the importance of customer focus, teamwork, and a relentless pursuit of excellence.
Through his engaging storytelling, Gerstner reveals the cultural transformation that took place within IBM, emphasizing the value of employee empowerment and a leadership mindset that embraces change.
He examines the role of technology in today's business landscape, offering valuable insights into the need for adaptability, breakneck speed, and customer-centricity.
With candor and wisdom, Gerstner provides a behind-the-scenes look at the inner workings of a corporate giant, imparting timeless lessons on leadership, organizational change, and business success.
"Who Says Elephants Can't Dance?" is a must-read for anyone interested in business, management, and the power of transformation to create lasting impact.
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