Why read 7 Rules of Power?

Book cover of 7 Rules of Power: Surprising--But True--Advice on How to Get Things Done and Advance Your Career

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If you want to 'change lives, change organizations, change the world,' the Stanford business school's motto, you need power.

Is power the last dirty secret or the secret to success? Both. While power carries some negative connotations, power is a tool that can be used for good or evil. Don't…

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Why read it?

2 authors picked 7 Rules of Power as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?

Sergey Gorbatov

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I appreciate authors who do not sugar-coat but give it to you as is, warts and all. Pfeffer is definitely one of those. Candid, insightful, pragmatic—these words come to mind when I think about this book.

It felt like a conversation between two adults instead of someone preaching, selling, or patronizing. I also like the comprehensiveness of the approach, showing the good, the bad, and the ugly. My bias towards evidence- and science-based advice also played a part in picking this book.

From Sergey's list on your boss won’t tell you this stuff.

Deborah Shlian

Author

I like this book because it provides proven strategies that have helped individuals advance their careers within various organizations. The examples the authors use are good guides for readers who need to learn how to leverage their power to accomplish career goals. I think this is a good book not only for entry-level workers, but seasoned executives as well.

From Deborah's list on women leaders.