Why Most Things Fail

Paul Ormerod

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Why Most Things Fail

by Paul Ormerod

February 26, 2007

Wiley

254

9780470089194

0470089199

Description

"This book is a ground-breaking look at a truth all too seldom acknowledged: most commercial and public policy ventures will not succeed." "Paul Ormerod draws upon recent advances in biology to help us understand the surprising consequences of the Iron Law of Failure. And he shows what strategies corporations, businesses and governments will need to adopt to stand a chance of prospering in a world where only one thing is certain."--Jacket.

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How many pages are in Why Most Things Fail?

This edition of Why Most Things Fail has approximately 254 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 Why Most Things Fail?

For most readers, Why Most Things Fail typically takes between 5h 18m and 3h 32m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 63,500 words and common reading speeds.

Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 4h 14m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 9 days • Estimated word count: 63,500 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 Why Most Things Fail?

The estimated word count for Why Most Things Fail is approximately 63,500 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 Why Most Things Fail?

Why Most Things Fail was written by Paul Ormerod.

When was Why Most Things Fail published?

The publication date for this specific edition is February 26, 2007. The original work may have been published on a different date.