Certainly! “The Peter Principle” is a thought-provoking and humorous book written by Laurence J. Peter and co-authored by Raymond Hull. First published in 1969, it caused quite a stir, climbing to the top of bestseller lists and captivating readers worldwide. At its core, the book introduces the eponymous Peter Principle, which states that “in a hierarchy, every employee tends to rise to their level of incompetence.” - bing msn Copilot A.I.
The Peter Principle.
by Laurence J. Peter and Raymond Hull.
1969.
Buccaneer Books, Cutchogue, N.Y.
5 1/2 by 8 3/4 inches.
179 pages.
Sample contents:
* The Peter Principle
* The Principle in Action
* Pull & Promotion
* Followers & Leaders
* The Psychology of Hierarchiology
* The Pathology of Success
* Creative Incompetence
One example: You are an excellent machinist. Your work is more detailed and superior to your 12 co-workers. Management promotes you to supervisor, hoping your excellence is passed on. But you lack the people skills to lead. You have reached your level of incompetence.
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