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Jim Collins

Good to Great

Jim CollinsNonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2001

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Jim Collins

Good to Great

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2001
Book Details
Pages

300

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

2000s

Publication Year

2001

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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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.

Informative

Inspirational

Challenging

Reviews & Readership

4.1

242,616 ratings

77%

Loved it

17%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

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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 However, some find the examples outdated and methodology oversimplified.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.

4.1

242,616 ratings

77%

Loved it

17%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

300

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

2000s

Publication Year

2001

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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