The Peter Principle - Why Things Always Go Wrong
Laurence J. Peter, Raymond Hull
Summary
In the realm of organizational behavior and management theory, few concepts have permeated as deeply as the idea that individuals often rise to their own level of incompetence. This paradox, known as the Peter Principle, offers a satirical yet sobering examination of why hierarchies so frequently encounter inefficiency and frustration. Drawing on empirical observations and humorous anecdotes, Laurence J. Peter and Raymond Hull illuminate the invisible mechanisms that cause well-intentioned organizations to falter, ultimately challenging readers to reconsider how promotions, merit, and competence are understood within workplace structures.
- Individuals in hierarchical organizations are...
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