Up the Organization: How to stop the Corporation from Stifling People and Strangling Profits

The book is in good condition with a sturdy hardcover binding. The dust jacket is present but shows signs of wear, including minor edge tears. There are no inscriptions or library markings, and the interior pages are clean and well-preserved.

"Up the Organization: How to stop the Corporation from Stifling People and Strangling Profits" by Robert Townsend was published by Alfred A. Knopf, Inc. in New York in 1970. This particular copy is the seventh printing, released in April 1970. Townsend, known for his innovative approach to corporate management, provides a critical examination of organizational structures that hinder productivity and morale. This edition reflects the original insights that made the book a staple in management literature. While the book is widely recognized, this specific printing is a collectible piece for those interested in the evolution of business strategy over time. The hardcover binding is intact, though the dust jacket shows signs of wear, including minor edge tears, which is typical for a book of this age.