The Emperor's New Clothes: Speaking the Truth in the Workplace

Author: (American) Wes
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Publish Date: 2006-01-01
Features: "The workplace is such a place where, on the totem pole of value, the place of the truth is very low. However, all other places—religion, law, philosophy, science, art, psychology—are essentially encouraging people to speak the truth without prejudice. This book explores the truth-telling in the workplace with profound insights and great interest, accompanied by outstanding cases. We should have seriously considered the value of the truth and how to practically use it in the workplace that affects all of us." —Alec Tsoucatos, Ph.D. (Assistant Professor, Regis College of Business)
"About the power of speaking the truth in the workplace, Laurie Weiss gives us a fresh and realistic interpretation. She fully pays attention to the necessary caution and maturity, which makes her arguments very persuasive; she is also humorous and wise, which is also the charm of this book. This book sets a standard for various relationships in the modern workplace, whether it's a small shop, a large company, or a public affairs department, everyone can benefit from it." —Dr. Robert W. Gage (Professor of Public Affairs, University of Colorado)
"I have been looking for a book that I can share with my colleagues. Every story in the book is based on real-life cases from SRI International and is told in simple and plain language, and the use of these materials is very appropriate." —Rolf Czischke (Vice President of Computer and Digital Research, Bell Labs, Lucent Technologies)
"This book will help you understand the value of speaking the truth and share it with others. I hope you read it carefully and use it to guide your career in the workplace." —Ken Blanchard (Co-author of "The One-Minute Manager")
"The book is full of experience and wisdom. I sincerely recommend it." —Dr. Freeman Dyson (Senior Partner, "Leadership Learning Community")
"Laurie Weiss helps you break a taboo—that is, telling the truth in the workplace without harming yourself or others. This book tells you the techniques and strategies for this. She proposes important steps in this book to create a supportive organizational culture, helping you not only feel comfortable speaking the truth but also get rewards." —Doris Kearns Goodwin (Co-author of "Born to Win")
"Not intimidating, personalized, practical, Laurie Weiss's book gives readers a chance for calm self-reflection. At the same time, the tactful expression used in the book also has a good effect." —Lora Walschburger (Coach/Consultant/Writer)
In this book, Laurie Weiss tells the stories of ordinary people in the workplace who must find a way between deception and harmful confrontation. You can relate to their struggles and successes, and you will learn some of the techniques and strategies you need to speak the truth in a turbulent, rapidly changing business environment with grace and skill. Those who understand that speaking the truth is not as simple as it sounds must read this book. The workplace is subtle, and speaking the truth effectively is the key. Twenty-two printings, platinum edition. Over one million copies sold worldwide. Helps workplace professionals achieve effective communication and guides managers to achieve excellence.
If you are contemplating whether to speak the truth in a company or professional group, or if you have decided to speak the truth but don’t know how, then the stories in this book will provide some food for thought. Here are the stories of ordinary people who face deception or harmful confrontation in their work and develop techniques for speaking the truth. The first part of the book examines how people handle dilemmas when faced with difficult or impossible truths. The second part of the book tells the stories of others who know how to use some methods to help themselves and others speak the truth with clear understanding and empathy. If you relate to the efforts and successes of these protagonists, you will learn techniques and strategies that help you find your way in the ever-turbulent business world. Through this book, you will learn some of the techniques and strategies you need to speak the truth with grace and skill in a turbulent, rapidly changing business environment.