The No Asshole Rule
The No Asshole Rule
Robert I. Sutton
Marty Cagan
Marty Cagan recommended this book on Twitter.
Safi Bahcall
Safi Bahcall mentioned this book on "The Tim Ferriss Show" podcast.
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The No Asshole Rule

The No Asshole Rule: Building a Civilized Workplace and Surviving One That Isn't

Robert I. Sutton
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Robert I. Sutton
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In the seminal work "The No Asshole Rule," Robert I. Sutton, a distinguished professor at Stanford University, embarks on a mission to cleanse workplaces of the toxicity that pervades them. Drawing from a rich well of academic research, personal experience, and compelling case studies from leading organizations, Sutton lays bare the corrosive effects of workplace jerks. With wit and wisdom, he not only identifies the myriad ways in which assholes wreak havoc in organizations but also provides practical, actionable strategies to neutralize their negative impact. This book is an essential guide for anyone seeking to foster a more humane, productive, and asshole-free work environment. Sutton's narrative is both an eye-opener and a call to action, armed with a blend of humor and hard-hitting truths. He offers a diagnostic toolkit to help readers identify and deal with the assholes in their midst, while also encouraging a moment of introspection to ensure one does not become the very force they seek to diminish. Beyond mere survival strategies, "The No Asshole Rule" is a manifesto for a radical overhaul of workplace culture, advocating for an environment where respect, integrity, and collaboration are not just valued but demanded. Sutton's groundbreaking book is not just a bestseller; it's a lifeline for individuals drowning in the sea of workplace negativity and a blueprint for building a more respectful professional world.

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Released
2007
1 Jan
Length
224
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Marty Cagan recommended this book on Twitter.
Safi Bahcall mentioned this book on "The Tim Ferriss Show" podcast.
the difference between how a person treats the powerless versus the powerful is as good a measure of human character as I know.
— Robert I. Sutton, The No Asshole Rule

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