Quotes

The Effective Executive, Page 418

Executives also owe it to the organization and to their fellow workers not to tolerate nonperforming individuals in important jobs.

Management, Page 419

The tough question with respect to information activities is which of them belong together and which should be kept apart.

The Enthusiastic Employee, Page 420

…the organization-centered leader… understands that his value is multiplied many times over because of the contributions of others.

Management, Page 420

…an activity that does not… have any relationship to results… is an activity that should be outsourced.

Management, Page 420

There is one overall rule: activities that make the same kind of contribution can be combined in one component under one management, whatever their technical specialization.

Management, Page 422

A decision should always be made at the lowest possible level and as close to the scene of action as possible.

The Enthusiastic Employee, Page 422

…an outstanding leader… wants to build an enduring organization, indeed – one that will outlast him.

Management, Page 423

There is no perfect organization. At its best, an organization structure doesn’t cause trouble.

Influence, Page 423

…traditionally opposed groups become united by a mutual enemy.

Management, Page 423

A basic rule of organization is to build the fewest possible management levels and forge the shortest possible chain of command.