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“... orders come from the work, not work from the orders.”

Quote by Mary Parker Follett

Book:Freedom and Co-ordination (RLE: Organizations): Lectures in Business Organization

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Freedom and Co-ordination (RLE: Organizations): Lectures in Business Organization

Freedom and Co-ordination (RLE: Organizations): Lectures in Business Organization delves into the theoretical and practical aspects of organizing businesses, examining how freedom and coordination are interwoven to create effective and efficient organizational systems. The lectures within this volume likely cover a range of topics, including the roles of individual autonomy and collective collaboration in shaping organizational culture and performance. more

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Mary Parker Follett

Mary Parker Follett was an outstanding social worker, born on September 3, 1868, and died on December 18, 1933. Known for her innovative social work methods and leadership, she had a profound impact on the development of modern social work. more

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