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The Marine Corps Way
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The Marine Corps Way

Using Maneuver Warfare to Lead a Winning Organization

McGraw-Hill, 2003 更多详情


Editorial Rating

9

Qualities

  • Innovative
  • Applicable

Recommendation

You might expect a book that draws on the business-military parallel to focus almost exclusively on leadership. Actually, though it does cover leadership, this book is fascinating for its lessons on how to apply military tactics on the modern corporate battlefield. The authors cut through the testosterone-laced fog of war by applying a reasoned, analytical, strategic approach to conflict, whether in business or on the field of combat. They take an in-depth look at the principles that guide the Marines, such as maneuver warfare, and explain how to utilize those principles in business. They also provide many practical Marine Corps ideas for making your organization more competitive and profitable. This well-written book also offers case studies for insight and practical application, so you can directly benefit from the role model offered. getAbstract highly recommends this volume to those bold enough to lead their organizations to a successful, "mission accomplished."

Take-Aways

  • Many parallels exist between war and business.
  • Few businesses successfully employ the principle of "maneuver warfare," using speed, surprise and careful resource allocation against an enemy’s specific areas of weakness.
  • Seven basic principles of effective fighting enable you to use the "fog of war" to your advantage.

About the Authors

Consultant Jason A. Santamaria has been a Marine Corps artillery officer, Morgan Stanley investment banker, Fulbright scholar and McKinsey consultant. Vincent Martino is a former Marine Corps communications officer and a graduate of the United States Naval Academy. He currently works as a senior business analyst for Capital One Financial. Eric K. Clemons, Ph.D., is a professor of operations and information management at the University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton School of Business.


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