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Book: Predictably Irrational

Predictably Irrational, Revised And Expanded Edition

by Dan Ariely

Summary: A discussion of the results of a number of surprising experiments from the fields of economics and psychology on how people act and make decisions. This book helps to explain a lot of choices that you see or make in day-to-day life that don’t seem to be the right thing to do.

Intended Audience: Of general interest as an accessible introduction to behavioural economics

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Book: The Leader’s Guide to Radical Management

The Leader’s Guide to Radical Management: Reinventing the Workplace for the 21st Century

by Stephen Denning

Summary: Traditional management practices are failing to create value in the new economy and a new way of managing and leading in the workplace is needed to foster innovation

Intended Audience: Influencers in both old and new organizations

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