63 pages 2 hours read

Jim Collins

Good to Great

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2001

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Before You Read

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Super Short Summary

Good to Great by Jim Collins examines the key factors that enable companies to transition from being good to achieving greatness, drawing insights from extensive research. The book introduces concepts such as "Level 5 Leadership," the importance of the right team, confronting brutal facts, the "Hedgehog Concept," fostering a disciplined culture, leveraging technology, and building sustained momentum.

Reviews & Readership

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Review Roundup

Jim Collins' Good to Great receives praise for its in-depth research and actionable insights on business leadership and transformation. Critics highlight data-driven analysis and the Hedgehog Concept as valuable tools. However, some find the examples outdated and methodology oversimplified. Overall, it’s a recommended read for aspiring leaders.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Good to Great?

Readers fascinated by business success stories and leadership strategies would enjoy Good to Great by Jim Collins. Ideal for admirers of Built to Last and The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, this book caters to entrepreneurs, managers, and anyone keen on understanding the transformation from mediocrity to excellence in companies.

Recommended

Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Topics

Business / Economics

Leadership/Organization/Management

Themes

Society: Economics

Values/Ideas: Truth & Lies

Relationships: Teams

Genre

Self Help