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Organization Development
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Organization Development

Principles, Processes, Performance

Gary N. McLean
Berrett-Koehler, 2005

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Editorial Rating

7

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  • For Beginners

Recommendation

This simple book introduces the profession of organization development. It is written so clearly that a relative novice could probably read it and set up shop as an organizational development consultant (or at least know how to hire a good one). Gary N. McLean explains everything and does not unnecessarily complicate straightforward steps. In fact, some steps may be more complex than he makes them seem – although he does caution companies that organizational development may require outside expertise. getAbstract finds that his book will be most useful to those considering working in organizational-development consulting, or to managers who are new to the field.

Take-Aways

  • Organization development (OD) involves a series of processes designed to make your company a more productive, smarter, more satisfying place to work.
  • Most OD is really a matter of changing the culture of a firm.
  • OD often requires outside expertise, usually consultants, who are most often found through word-of-mouth recommendations.

About the Author

Gary N. McLean is a professor of human-resource development, business and industrial education at the University of Minnesota. He is the author of more than 20 books.

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