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Death by Meeting: A Leadership Fable… about Solving the Most Painful Problem in Business

Patrick Lencioni
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Death by Meeting: A Leadership Fable… about Solving the Most Painful Problem in Business

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2004

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Patrick Lencioni

Death by Meeting: A Leadership Fable… about Solving the Most Painful Problem in Business

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2004
Book Details
Pages

260

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Genre
Self-Improvement
Setting

2000s

Theme
Language
Topic
Business & Economics

Leadership
Publication Year

2004

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In Death by Meeting: A Leadership Fable… about Solving the Most Painful Problem in Business, Patrick Lencioni examines ineffective meetings and their impact on organizational success. Through a narrative, Lencioni introduces a model that transforms dull, unproductive gatherings into engaging and purposeful interactions, enhancing communication and decision-making in a business setting.

Informative

Challenging

Inspirational

Reviews & Readership

4.3

16,137 ratings

78%

Loved it

17%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Patrick Lencioni's Death by Meeting offers a compelling narrative on improving workplace meetings. Readers appreciate its engaging fable format and practical solutions. Positively, it provides actionable strategies for leaders. However, some readers find the fictional approach less effective and the advice somewhat simplistic. Overall, it is well-regarded for its accessibility.

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Who Should Read Death by Meeting: A Leadership Fable… about Solving the Most Painful Problem in Business?

Readers who enjoy Death by Meeting are business leaders, managers, and team facilitators seeking practical solutions for inefficient meetings. Comparable to The Five Dysfunctions of a Team by Lencioni, it appeals to those interested in improving organizational dynamics and productivity.

4.3

16,137 ratings

78%

Loved it

17%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

260

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Genre
Self-Improvement
Setting

2000s

Theme
Language
Topic
Business & Economics

Leadership
Publication Year

2004

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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