Leading on the Edge of Chaos: The 10 Critical Elements for Success in Volatile Times

Canadian Manager, The, Spring 2003

Leading on the Edge of Chaos The 10 Critical Elements for Success in Volatile Times By Emmett C. Murphy & Mark A. Murphy Prentice Hall Press ISBN: 0-7352-0312-1 $26.00; 240 pages; hardcover

Today's world of business is defined by sweeping, volatile swings - in fortune, in technological progress, in estimates of risk and security, and in our feelings of hope for the future. In the wake of the dot.com bust, Enron, September llth and the Middle East, uncertainty is a constant in every sector of our global economy and for every company across North America.

Fortunately, it is possible to stay ahead of the volatility curve - and succeed brilliantly.

In Leading on the Edge of Chaos: The 10 Critical Elements for Success in Volatile Times, the authors draw on examples of a broad range of remarkably resilient businesses, including Home Depot, U.S. Olympic committee, Midas, Inc., and Dr. Koop.com, and present ten proven strategies for consistent business success in even the most unstable and challenging times.

For each strategy, the book provides concrete rules for action, illuminating case studies, and practical tools ready to go to work immediately.

For all business leaders grappling to keep top talent, expand their "wallet share", beat fierce competitors, and bolster the bottom line - all amidst incessant change, Leading On The Edge of Chaos provides inspiration to keep on striving and surefire rules for winning.