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How Big Things Get Done delves into the reasons why big projects often failand offers valuable lessons and research-based principles that can be applied to everyday endeavors, small and big projects.
The book offers practical principles for understanding the odds of success. The authorsemphasize the importance of thorough planning before taking action, adopting a goal-oriented approach, building on small successes, fostering teamwork, and tackling the unknown challenges that inevitably arise.
How Big Things Get Done looks back on a wide range of successful projects including Apple’s iPod, the first SMS texting app, and Amazon Prime, which demonstrate the power of grand vision becoming a reality.
The book further unpacks the dark side of mega projects that failed due to poor budgeting, scheduling, or a combination of both. It highlights that even more modest endeavors, like launching a small project or completing a work task, can often be incomplete or fall short of expectations.
WHERE TO GET IT- You can find the book on Amazon.