{"title":"Douglas K. Smith","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our collection dedicated to the works of Douglas K. Smith, a renowned expert in the fields of business and entrepreneurship. Known for his insightful explorations into team dynamics and organisational success, Smith has made a lasting impact on the business world with his wisdom and strategic thinking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Wisdom of Teams\u003c\/em\u003e is perhaps his most celebrated work, a seminal book that dives deep into the art of team-building and why it is crucial for organisational excellence. Co-authored with Jon R. Katzenbach, this book remains a staple for leaders aiming to harness the power of effective teamwork. By blending real-world examples with clear guidelines, Smith provides a blueprint for fostering cooperative environments that drive innovation and success.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDouglas K. Smith's books in the business and entrepreneurship categories are not just theoretical but highly practical, making them an invaluable resource for entrepreneurs, managers, and teams striving for excellence. His approachable yet profound insights offer readers the tools they need to navigate the complexities of modern business environments with confidence and foresight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore our collection to discover more about how Douglas K. Smith's ideas can transform the way you lead and collaborate in your professional journey.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-wisdom-of-teams-by-jon-r-katzenbach-9781633691063","title":"The Wisdom of Teams","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTeams are the key to top performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt's long been known that teams, more so than single individuals and large groups, are the best at solving complex problems and delivering results. Great teams enabled Motorola to build the lightest, smallest, and highest-quality cell phones before the advent of the iPhone; Ford to leverage its Taurus brand to become the world's most profitable car manufacturer; and U.S. coalition forces to claim victory in Iraq during the Gulf War.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHowever, many companies don't have a proper understanding of how to form, organise, and utilise teams, and how teams play a key role in increasing profits, entering new markets, and coming up with new products and innovations, among many other objectives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eThe Wisdom of Teams\u003c\/em\u003e, authors Jon R. Katzenbach and Douglas K. Smith reveal the traits that make great teams great. Based on conversations with hundreds of people in more than thirty companies, they describe how teams work best and how to enhance their effectiveness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46723953197292,"sku":"9781633691063","price":78.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/18158123482769.jpg?v=1754703172"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/douglas-k-smith.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}