Humanocracy: Creating Organizations as Amazing as the People Inside Them

by Gary Hamel, Michele Zanini

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Book Summary

In an era where rapid change and innovation define the competitive landscape, traditional hierarchical organizations struggle to unleash the full potential of their workforce. The book explores a transformative approach to organizational design that prioritizes human potential over rigid structures. It argues for creating organizations that are as adaptable, creative, and empowered as the people who inhabit them, coining the term "humanocracy" to describe this new model.

  • Humanocracy rejects bureaucracy: Bureaucratic systems stifle creativity and responsiveness by enforcing excessive rules and centralized control.
  • Empowerment drives innovation: Organizations thrive when employees at all levels...

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