Avoiding Murphy's Law: Adapting to change through learning and leadership
Abstract
Purpose
Reviews the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoints practical implications from cutting‐edge research and case studies.
Design/methodology/approach
This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context.
Findings
How do you cater for Murphy's Law? How do you anticipate or avoid the unforeseeable worst‐case scenario? This is a particularly pertinent question for large complex businesses faced with daily challenges and change. The recent economic meltdown has proved more than ever that organizations need to be aware of such threats, and must develop strategies involving the individual level of the employee in order to adapt to challenging situations. Roland K. Yeo's article “Liberating Murphy's Law” takes a theoretical look at how this may be achieved.
Practical implications
Provides strategic insights and practical thinking that have influenced some of the world's leading organizations.
Originality/value
The briefing saves busy executives and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy‐to‐digest format.
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Citation
(2009), "Avoiding Murphy's Law: Adapting to change through learning and leadership", Strategic Direction, Vol. 25 No. 8, pp. 10-12. https://doi.org/10.1108/02580540910968508
Publisher
:Emerald Group Publishing Limited
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