Philip Delves Broughton Boeken

Taking a fresh and honest approach to the kinds of issues that managers face on a daily basis, Philip Delves Broughton explains the art and science of effective management.

Exploring the profound connection between energy and joy, this book delves into the philosophical and artistic interpretations of William Blake's assertion. It examines how energy manifests in various forms—creativity, emotion, and nature—highlighting its role in human experience and the universe. Through a blend of poetry, art, and analysis, readers are invited to reflect on the transformative power of energy and its capacity to inspire delight in everyday life.

Focusing on the secrets of successful selling, this book offers insights gained from interviews with top sales experts, including technology moguls and a prominent saleswoman in Japan. The author shares valuable lessons learned from diverse figures, including a perceptive rug merchant in Morocco. Through these experiences, the book reveals the intricate dynamics of effective selling and its ability to help navigate everyday challenges, presenting a comprehensive guide to mastering the art of the sale.

How to Think Like an Entrepreneur explores what it takes to be a successful entrepreneur - the ability to disrupt the status quo, use design thinking to generate fresh perspectives, build resilience and leap forward from failure - and ultimately lead us to the heart of great entrepreneurial thinking; an understanding of our deepest human needs.

What are the selling secrets of Majid, Tangier's greatest rug peddler? How does Mrs Shibata, Japan's top life insurance seller, seal the deal? Why does Belyamani, a seller of Boeing planes, believe trust is all? Few of us have the chance to meet let alone work with the best. But to get on, we need to learn their secrets of success.

Set against the backdrop of capitalism, the narrative offers a blend of humor and horror as it explores the absurdities and challenges faced within this system. Through vivid storytelling, the author captures the chaotic and often comical experiences of individuals navigating a world driven by profit and competition, revealing both the dark realities and the lighter moments that emerge in such an environment. The book provides a unique perspective on the complexities of modern life and the human spirit's resilience.

When Philip Delves Broughton abandoned his career as a successful journalist and joined Harvard Business School's prestigious MBA course, he joined 900 other would-be tycoons in a cauldron of capitalism. Two years and 500 case studies later, he had met the worlds' most influential entrepreneurs and analysed the biggest business conundrums. But he and his fellow students faced a bigger question still - how would they juggle their lives, their jobs and their bank balances? Philip Delves Broughton's witty and informative memoir is a revelatory account of what the financial elite learn within the hallowed walls of the exclusive Harvard Business School. -- Publisher details.