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The stupidity paradox

Paperback • 2016 • English

The stupidity paradox

By Mats Alvesson

4 Ratings • 4.8 of 5

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About the book

Why do smart people do stupid things at work? Welcome to the idea of functional stupidity.

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9781781255414

Publisher

Profile Books Ltd

Published year

2016

Language

English

Original title

The stupidity paradox

Format

Paperback

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