In recent decades, power, information, and resources have shifted from a concentrated few to a broader distribution. This transformation is evident in global events such as Wikileaks, the Arab Spring, the Occupy movements, and social media revolutions, highlighting significant societal change. The focus here is on the implications for workplaces and management. The argument presented is that organizations must evolve, accelerating the "death of deference" seen in society. Deference hinders organizational performance, learning, agility, innovation, and ethics, making it a barrier to success. To thrive, organizations need to dismantle deference and cultivate a new generation of managers and leaders. The book proposes a solution to an outdated problem and outlines a strategy for a workplace revolution. It posits that if deference is obsolete, the effective manager must be revived in a transformed world. The book has garnered praise for its fresh approach to management, advocating for the elimination of deference to authority for a more engaged workforce. It challenges conventional business practices and encourages organizations to adapt to a rapidly evolving society and workforce, making it a must-read for those seeking to enhance organizational performance.
Ryde Robin Bücher
