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Maslow on Management

ISBN: 978-0-471-24780-7

August 1998

336 pages

Description

The pioneer behind the hierarchy of needs and the concept of self-actualization, Dr. Abraham Maslow was—and is—one of the world’s most esteemed experts on human behavior and motivation. However, while perhaps most famous for his work in the area of humanistic psychology, his legacy of work encompasses much more, extending into the realms of business and management. Having explored and studied the relationship between human behavior and the work situation, Maslow translated the science of the mind into the art of management—an important interpretation first published in the far-sighted treatise, Eupsychian Management, and whose impact continues to be felt today. Now, this seminal work has been updated, primed to introduce new readers to—and reacquaint old admirers with—what some have called the renowned psychologist’s best book.

Bringing into perspective the lasting impact of Maslow’s groundbreaking principles, Maslow on Management illustrates how they have withstood the test of time to become integral components of current management practices, such as continuous improvement, Theory X, and empowerment. Offering insight into using these and other tools to effectively tackle present-day business situations, from heightened competitiveness to globalization to emerging technologies, Maslow on Management covers a wealth of timeless topics, including:

  • Self-actualization—the freedom to effectuate one’s own ideas, try things out, make decisions, and make mistakes
  • Synergy—what is beneficial for the individual is beneficial for everyone; individual success should not occur at the expense of others; align organizational goals with personal goals
  • Enlightened management policy—assume that all your people have the impulse to achieve; everyone prefers to be a prime mover rather than a passive helper; everyone wants to feel important, needed, useful, successful, and proud; there is no dominance-subordination hierarchy

To complement Dr. Maslow’s original writings and to demonstrate how his forward-thinking ideas are being played out in today’s business world, Maslow on Management features interviews with Perot Systems Chairman Mort Meyerson, Non-Linear Systems founder Andrew Kay, Esalen Institute founder Michael Murphy, and other prominent figures who provide incisive commentary on subjects ranging from creativity in business to leadership lessons for the digital age.

Epitomizing the genius of its author and embodying his elegant ruminations, Maslow on Management is still as important as it was when it first appeared. A true classic, this is essential reading for all managers.

About the Author

The late ABRAHAM H. MASLOW is the most widely renowned expert on human behavior and motivation. His books are acknowledged as standards in the psychology literature worldwide.

DEBORAH C. STEPHENS, cofounder, The Center for Innovative Leadership, is an author, educator, and management consultant in the areas of customer service, leadership, and organizational development. She is coauthor of One Size Fits One: Building Relationships One Customer and One Employee at a Time and Executive Producer of "Leadership Lessons From the Fast Lane," a monthly Internet broadcast which highlights leaders from organizations and institutions worldwide.

GARY HEIL is an educator, business consultant, and expert on leadership, service quality, and change management. Founder of the Center for Innovative Leadership, Heil is a highly regarded speaker and frequent commentator on American and Australian radio and television. In addition, Heil has served on the Board of Examiners for The Malcolm Baldrige Quality Award and is coauthor of Leadership and the Customer Revolution and One Size Fits One: Building Relationships One Customer and One Employee at a Time.