Book description
In Powerful, Patty McCord shares what she learned at Netflix and elsewhere in Silicon Valley. Advocating the practice of radical honesty in the workplace, saying good-bye to employees who don't fit the company's emerging needs, and motivating with challenging work, not promises, perks, and bonus plans.McCord argues that the old…
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1 author picked Powerful as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?
I loved Patti McCord’s book because her voice is direct, concise, and easy to follow. I appreciated how she challenged me to think about traditional Human Resource (HR) practices, showcasing how the workforce shifts quickly and consistently in a tech-startup world.
This made it clear to me that HR and leadership practices must shift just as quickly and consistently to match the culture of the organization. McCord did a great job of providing a summary of questions and action items at the end of each chapter, empowering me with tools and takeaways.
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