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4 Business Ideas That Changed the World: Scientific Management

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The Rise of Scientific Management

This chapter explores the early life and pivotal experiences of a key figure in the development of scientific management, emphasizing his transition from education to hands-on experience in the workplace. It discusses the principles of scientific management, the dramatic impact of efficiency studies on worker productivity, and the subsequent mixed reactions from both workers and managers. The chapter culminates in a significant strike that illustrates the conflicting dynamics between management goals and the workers' rights during a transformative industrial era.

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