Superperformance

by Dave Guerra

Book Overview

In this provocative new book, Dave Guerra introduces a new management science -- superperformance. He explains how ten premier organizations use the principles of Superperformance to moninate their... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1589613961
• ISBN13: 9781589613966
• Release Date: January 2005
• Publisher: Pagefree Publishing
• Length: 204 Pages
• Weight: 0.75 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 9.0" x 6.0"

Customer Reviews

Read this book!!

This is an excellent book for anyone looking to have a better understanding of the organism view of organizations. Dave's assertions on how to achieve corporate "superperformance" by leveraging the process times culture (PxC=SP) model are right on. Too many organizations focus on the process side of the equation resulting in a disengaged workforce and thus, corporate underperformance. The culture side is every bit as important as the process side. As Dave points out, process and culture are polar compliments, which causes constant tension between the two and puts the organization at risk of destabilization. The tension requires the superperforming organization to constantly oscillate between the two, by continuously tweaking the system. I was able to draw parallels between Dave's corporate superperformance and my own work in software development. Dave's views fall right in line with lean/agile software development views on just in time process and controls, continuous improvement through short development spurts called iterations, iteration reviews, team empowerment, team learning, and team ownership. It's very exciting to see some of the transformations to superperformance that can be achieved not only by organizations following the principles outlined in Dave's book, but also by software development teams utilizing the same principles.

Superperformance for everyone!

Attention CEOs! Have you been disappointed with the results of your million dollar, multi year investment in Six Sigma? Sure your black belts can demonstrate the potential of a great ROI and of course, the toolbox approach appeals to your engineering mindset, but can you answer one question with a resounding YES? Is every person in your company a super performer? As a long time proponent of leading from the middle, it pains me to concede that the CEO can change the culture of a company faster and more firmly than a troop of directors. Culture change is the secret. Stop rewarding the few for analysis and start acknowledging the masses for performance. Six sigma shows you a toolbox. Dave Guerra helps you design a roadmap. Put those expensive tools in the back of the truck and start this journey!

superperformers produce superperformance

This is an excellent book which I couldn't put down. Congratulations to the author for his lucidity. Thoreau said, "life is too valuable to be frittered away, so simplify, simplify!" That was brilliantly done. A famous expert said, ( I can't recall his name now, ) that true value comes to those who can find simplicity on the other side of complexity. David succeeds by providing a simple formula that everyone can use effectively starting immediately. He mentioned that the term 'superperformance' came to him in prayer. I believe that all superperformers tap into a higher intelligence for guidance and inspiration. For example, George Washington, the ultimate superperformer, believed in the power of prayer. He prayed for strength and fortitude to make the "Contintnetal Army", a start-up organization of farmers and craftsmen, the superperformer that went on to win, against all odds, our independence from the strongest nation in the world at that time, Great Britain. Superperformers must come first before results. People tend to identify a cause through a person rather than through a concept or idea. That's why George Washington (the father of our country) is revered even today for his integrity as the symbol of our fight for freedom with liberty and justice for all. Those who wish to enhance their performance in all areas of life should not only read, but apply, David's concepts. James Hodges, Ph.D. The Leadership, by George! Company [...]

Transforming your organization

This book provides the straight forward guidance on how to focus your organization to beocme Superperformers. It is not about the 'individual contributor' but rather about how the leadership needs to engage the individuals at every level of their company ensuring that both the culture and processes are in alignment. Fasinating reading with a great asessment to help companies assess their current environment.

Superchrged Deming

I manage oil tankers around the world. The equipment, policies and procedures are pretty much the same on each ship. The crews are U.S. employees for Jones Act Trading, or foreign for international. There are considerable differences in the way ships operate, even within the same class of ship and same nationality of crews. How come? Why are some ships "bad luck boats" and some out performers? While Dave Guerra focuses on Superperformers within an industry, the same principles seem applicable to ships within a fleet and I would guess between different offices/plants/locations of any company. Sharing best practices doesn't always work as one unit's best practice doesn't always work at a different unit. How does one explain this phenomenon, much less manage it? Superperformance isn't a big book, but it's a big idea. You'll want to reread it several times. You might also want to read the source material in the bibliography, much of which you have read before; but now will read with a different perspective.