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Rett person på rett plass
331 pages, Paperback
Published January 1, 2015
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June 27, 2025Rett person på rett plass is the go-to handbook for anyone who seriously wants to understand how Norway operates at work and what values underpin Norwegian leadership and organization. If you’re asking questions like “How do Norwegians lead?” or “What’s important in Norwegian workplaces?” this book is your best starting point.
+PROS+
+ Clear articulation of Norwegian core values like equality, trust, and direct communication
+ Practical advice on leadership that respects flat hierarchies and autonomy
+ Concrete examples of how to place the right people in the right roles — critical for performance and motivation
+ Easy-to-read, no-fluff style that respects the reader’s time and intelligence
+ Culturally contextualized, making it relevant for foreigners working or leading in Norway
10+ references quoted and acknowledged, adding academic and practical credibility
-CONS-
– Some parts may feel overly simplified for experienced leaders or organizational theorists
– Limited in scope if you want deep academic theory or highly technical HR frameworks
– The book’s cultural focus can sometimes miss the diversity within Norway’s increasingly global workforce
– Not a manual for rapid change; it’s more about steady cultural alignment than disruptive innovation
SUMMA SUMMARUM
If you want a strategic foundation for leading or working in Norway, Rett person på rett plass delivers clear, actionable wisdom. It cuts through the noise with brutal honesty and respect for Norwegian values like fairness, inclusion, and trust.
From a personal strategic advisor lens — this book is a leverage point for anyone wanting to lead & get alignment with Norway’s unique organizational culture. Read it early, use it often, and apply its principles with discipline.
+PROS+
+ Clear articulation of Norwegian core values like equality, trust, and direct communication
+ Practical advice on leadership that respects flat hierarchies and autonomy
+ Concrete examples of how to place the right people in the right roles — critical for performance and motivation
+ Easy-to-read, no-fluff style that respects the reader’s time and intelligence
+ Culturally contextualized, making it relevant for foreigners working or leading in Norway
10+ references quoted and acknowledged, adding academic and practical credibility
-CONS-
– Some parts may feel overly simplified for experienced leaders or organizational theorists
– Limited in scope if you want deep academic theory or highly technical HR frameworks
– The book’s cultural focus can sometimes miss the diversity within Norway’s increasingly global workforce
– Not a manual for rapid change; it’s more about steady cultural alignment than disruptive innovation
SUMMA SUMMARUM
If you want a strategic foundation for leading or working in Norway, Rett person på rett plass delivers clear, actionable wisdom. It cuts through the noise with brutal honesty and respect for Norwegian values like fairness, inclusion, and trust.
From a personal strategic advisor lens — this book is a leverage point for anyone wanting to lead & get alignment with Norway’s unique organizational culture. Read it early, use it often, and apply its principles with discipline.
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