Changing the essence
Richard Beckhard
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Changing the essence
Published
1992
Publisher
Jossey-Bass Publishers
Pages
105
ISBN-10
1555424120
Description
The rapidly changing conditions in today's business environment have made unprecedented demands on organizational leaders--demands that often require radical rethinking of purpose and priorities, visions of the future, and the very structure and functions of the organization. Changing the Essence uncovers the leadership behaviors necessary for initiating and managing fundamental change. Beckhard and Pritchard go beyond the basics, demonstrating strategies for securing organizationwide commitment to put vision into action. Beckhard and Pritchard confront the tension between short-term effectiveness (the quick fix) and the long-term health of the organization. They identify and explain each step to be taken during the transitional phase of the change process, including managing the work, creating an appropriate management structure, and developing a commitment strategy and plan.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Changing the essence?
This edition of Changing the essence has approximately 105 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Changing the essence?
For most readers, Changing the essence typically takes between 2h 11m and 1h 28m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 26,250 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 1h 45m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 4 days • Estimated word count: 26,250 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of Changing the essence?
The estimated word count for Changing the essence is approximately 26,250 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Changing the essence?
Changing the essence was written by Richard Beckhard.
When was Changing the essence published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1992. The original work may have been published on a different date.