€5 off first Book Purchase of €50+ | With Code: CHAPTERSBOOKSTORE
From his appointment at the Irish Management Institute as Information Officer and Editor of "Management", through his swift promotion to Director General, to his work with companies and boards as a Senior Research Fellow at University College Dublin, "Last Word" tells the story of a changing Ireland. Interweaved with the story is a deeper, more radical (used in its correct sense of getting to the root of things), message - of the need for clear thinking, for strategy, for action, and for accountability. "Last Word" is a call to arms - for managers and for government, which, Kenny argues, needs to adopt a more business-like approach. My years working with senior managers have convinced me that the way businessmen think and act is more relevant than the way most - but not all - of the politicians, civil servants, academics and commentators who have concerned themselves with Ireland's problems thus far. I have no romantic notions about the wisdom of businessmen. Nor am I suggesting that we replace politics with management science. I simply look around for people who are not frightened of change. The private enterprise firm is the best way we know to innovate and to create wealth.
The State is becoming increasingly incompetent. Many people are near the limits of their patience with government's costly disabilities. They cannot fathom its objectives, take its word, depend on its effectiveness or see where it is taking them. If we gave to the implementation of change as much energy as we gave to our reports, if, more important, we changed radically the way those reports and recommendations were arrived at - and that means also change in our governing system and in the knowledge, skills and attitudes of the people who make up those systems - then we might stand a chance of reversing trends. There is the possibility that the right use of planning and of process in parallel could lengthen woefully short political policy perspectives, and could guide political managers to systematic choices instead of the lunges that have passed for problem-solving. For this cogent analysis, Kenny was described as "the most dangerous man in Ireland" and roasted on a Late Show dedicated to the theme. Will history repeat itself?
The State is becoming increasingly incompetent. Many people are near the limits of their patience with government's costly disabilities. They cannot fathom its objectives, take its word, depend on its effectiveness or see where it is taking them. If we gave to the implementation of change as much energy as we gave to our reports, if, more important, we changed radically the way those reports and recommendations were arrived at - and that means also change in our governing system and in the knowledge, skills and attitudes of the people who make up those systems - then we might stand a chance of reversing trends. There is the possibility that the right use of planning and of process in parallel could lengthen woefully short political policy perspectives, and could guide political managers to systematic choices instead of the lunges that have passed for problem-solving. For this cogent analysis, Kenny was described as "the most dangerous man in Ireland" and roasted on a Late Show dedicated to the theme. Will history repeat itself?
- Publisher Name:Oak Tree Press
- Product Format:Hardback
- ISBN: XV81904887133
- Author:Kenny, Ivor
- Publication Date:2006-11-01
If you are not satisfied with your order in any way, get in touch. We have an excellent customer service record and we will do our best to ensure you are pleased with your purchase.
We are happy to refund a product if it is defective, within 30 days of purchase upon the return of your product. If you return a product to us and request a refund due to an error on our part we will be happy to pay for the postage cost to return it to us.
To be eligible for a return, your item must be in the same condition that you received it, unworn or unused & unread, and in its original packaging. You’ll also need the receipt or proof of purchase.
Please note, if you are requesting a refund based on an issue with condition we kindly ask you to provide a photo in order for us to best advise a suitable resolution.
To start a return, you can contact us at shop@chaptersbookstore.com. If your return is accepted, we’ll send you a return shipping label, as well as instructions on how and where to send your package. Items sent back to us without first requesting a return will not be accepted.
You can always contact us for any return question at shop@chaptersbookstore.com.
Damages and issues
Please inspect your order upon reception and contact us immediately if the item is defective, damaged or if you receive the wrong item, so that we can evaluate the issue and make it right.
Exceptions / non-returnable items
Certain types of items cannot be returned, like custom products or special orders. Unfortunately, we cannot accept returns on sale items or gift cards.
Exchanges
The fastest way to ensure you get what you want is to return the item you have, and once the return is accepted, make a separate purchase for the new item.
Refunds
We will notify you once we’ve received and inspected your return, and let you know if the refund was approved or not. If approved, you’ll be automatically refunded on your original payment method. Please remember it can take some time for your bank or credit card company to process and post the refund too.
Free Delivery in the Republic Of Ireland on all orders over €30. Standard Delivery Charge in Republic of Ireland of €5 for all orders below €30.
Delivery is subject to warehouse availability. Out-of-stock items will be shipped as soon as possible, upon arrival from the manufacturer/publisher. Please take shipping time into consideration.
