With the challenges of the corporate world becoming increasingly dynamic and interconnected, the need for new approaches to address emerging problems arises. It is in this context that Matrix Editora launches "Managing Like a Scientist ," written by PhD researcher Marcia Esteves Agostinho .
The book, winner of the 2nd Admirable Writers Contest , invites managers and professionals from various fields to revisit the concepts of leadership and management from the perspective of Complexity Theory. This field of study seeks to understand complex systems that interact in dynamic and unpredictable ways and can be found in fields such as biology, economics, physics, and sociology.
In the book, the author applies the concepts of Complexity Theory to organizational management by proposing an innovative model, inspired by scientific principles, that understands companies as living, complex, and interdependent systems. The author explores themes such as autonomy, cooperation, self-organization, and the valorization of reflective capacity, offering the reader theoretical and practical tools to adapt their management skills to the demands of a constantly changing world.
Divided into five chapters, the book presents an introduction to contemporary management challenges and presents complexity sciences as tools to address them. One of the book's highlights is its autonomy-centered approach, which promotes more adaptive and resilient companies. Marcia also shares a case study of biotechnology companies in Brazil, illustrating how the principles presented can be applied in practice. In the final chapter, the author challenges readers to reflect on the purpose of organizations, raising a provocative question: "Whom do they serve?"
Managing Like a Scientist is essential reading for managers at all levels, young professionals aspiring to leadership positions, and anyone wishing to rethink their management practices. The book is especially relevant for those seeking modern, adaptive solutions that go beyond traditional management models. More than a practical guide, the book promotes a transformation in the reader's perspective, demonstrating that science can—and should—be a powerful ally in guiding businesses toward success.
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Book: Managing Like a Scientist – The Four Management Principles of Adaptive Organizations
Author: Marcia Esteves Agostinho
Publisher: Matrix Editora
ISBN: 978-6556165257
Pages: 162
Price: R$ 34.00
Where to find : Amazon , Matrix Editora
