Thinking for a living - hardcover - appreciate fresh - Thomas H Davenport

Thinking for a Living: How to Get Better Performances And Results from Knowledge WorkersThomas H Davenport - hardcover - like newKnowledge workers create the innovations and strategies that keep their firms competitive and the economy healthy. Yet, companies continue to manage this new breed of employee with techniques designed for the Industrial Age. As this critical sector of the workforce continues to increase in size and importance, that's a mistake that could cost companies their future. Thomas Davenport argues that knowledge workers are vastly different from other types of workers in their motivations, attitudes, and need for autonomy--and, so, they require different management techniques to improve their performance and productivity. provides rich insights into how knowledge workers think, how they accomplish tasks, and what motivates them to excel. Davenport identifies four major categories of knowledge workers and presents a framework for great performance excellent for everyday use. excellent materials and excellent craftsmanship ensure long-lasting durability.