Summary of Making It in America
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- Applicable
- Eye Opening
- Inspiring
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Applicable – You’ll get advice that can be directly applied in the workplace or in everyday situations.
Analytical – You’ll understand the inner workings of the subject matter.
Background – You’ll get contextual knowledge as a frame for informed action or analysis.
Bold – You’ll find arguments that may break with predominant views.
Comprehensive – You’ll find every aspect of the subject matter covered.
Concrete Examples – You’ll get practical advice illustrated with examples of real-world applications or anecdotes.
Controversial – You’ll be confronted with strongly debated opinions.
Eloquent – You’ll enjoy a masterfully written or presented text.
Engaging – You’ll read or watch this all the way through the end.
Eye opening – You’ll be offered highly surprising insights.
For beginners – You’ll find this to be a good primer if you’re a learner with little or no prior experience/knowledge.
For experts – You’ll get the higher-level knowledge/instructions you need as an expert.
Hot Topic – You’ll find yourself in the middle of a highly debated issue.
Innovative – You can expect some truly fresh ideas and insights on brand-new products or trends.
Insider’s take – You’ll have the privilege of learning from someone who knows her or his topic inside-out.
Inspiring – You’ll want to put into practice what you’ve read immediately.
Overview – You’ll get a broad treatment of the subject matter, mentioning all its major aspects.
Scientific – You’ll get facts and figures grounded in scientific research.
Visionary – You’ll get a glimpse of the future and what it might mean for you.
Well structured – You’ll find this to be particularly well organized to support its reception or application.
Recommendation
When rival furniture makers moved their manufacturing abroad, Virginia-based Vaughan-Bassett Furniture adjusted its strategy by relying on the strengths of its staff. CEO John Bassett III recounts how he and his employees saved the factory and hundreds of jobs. Writing with journalist Ellis Henican, he explains how you can guide your company to similar success. Bassett’s belief in leading with truth infuses his engaging stories. His 12-point “Leader’s Action Plan” offers useful and adaptable advice, delivered with practical examples in Bassett’s personable voice. He addresses the American manufacturing environment and how his strong sense of patriotism motivated his decisions. While he structures the content a little haphazardly, Bassett’s corporate bio is a timely, valuable blueprint for leading any type of company – particularly those looking to keep their operations in the United States. getAbstract recommends this entertaining, practical guide to business owners and executives.
About the Authors
Vaughan-Bassett Furniture CEO John Bassett III is a “third-generation Virginia furniture man.” Ellis Henican is a TV commentator and journalist. Bassett was also the subject of Beth Macy’s best-selling book Factory Man.
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