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High Output Management

Book • 1995

Andrew S. Grove

High Output Management is a seminal book by Andrew S. Grove that outlines his management and productivity concepts developed during his tenure at Intel.

The book introduces the 'management by objectives' approach, also known as the objectives and key results (OKR) framework.

It covers techniques for creating highly productive teams, methods of motivation, and the importance of measurable processes, performance reviews, and training.

Grove emphasizes the role of managers in leading and motivating teams, and his book is praised for its practical advice and timeless relevance in various professions and industries.

Mentioned by

Lenny Rachitsky

Patrick Campbell

Jason Calacanis

Sebastian Barrios

Nityesh Agarwal

David Singleton

Mentioned in 75 episodes

Recommended by

Wes Kao

as a classic book on management.

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Mentioned by

Lenny Rachitsky

as the book that's been mentioned most on this podcast, feeling like Julie's book is a modern version.

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Mentioned by

Nick Turley

as a key resource in the product space.

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Recommended by

Brendan Foody

as a phenomenal book on running companies.

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Mentioned by

Nabeel Qureshi

as a great business book focusing on Andy Grove's thought process and management strategies.

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Mentioned by

Ben Horowitz

as a book that was old when he was writing his management book.

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Recommended by

Patrick Campbell

as a book he has read 20 times in the past 10 years.

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Referenced by

Jason Calacanis

as a source of insights into management and the challenges of micromanagement.

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Recommended by

Jeff Weinstein

as a book that provides clarity on how to spend your time as a leader.

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Mentioned by

Ali Ghodsi

as a source of managerial leverage, referencing a concept he learned from

Ben Horowitz

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Luis von Ahn

for all managers to read at Duolingo.

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Mentioned by

Ben Horowitz

as a book written by Andy Grove that had a similar style to what he wanted to write.

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Recommended by

Sebastian Barrios

as a great book on management.

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Recommended by

David Senra

as a short and insightful book on company management.

Mentioned by

Drew Houston

as an introduction to management theory.

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Recommended as a pivotal book for understanding management practices in large organizations.

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Mentioned by

Nityesh Agarwal

, quoting a chapter about fixing problems at the lowest value stage of production.

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Recommended by

David Singleton

as a book that opened his eyes to how to get the most out of teams.

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Mentioned by

Matt Mochary

as a source of answers on how to run organizations better.

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Mentioned by

David Senra

when discussing lessons learned from Andy Grove on management and leadership.

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