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Lead with Purpose Like Anand Mahindra
The go-to book that revives confidence in Indian leaders and managers to build and grow without the fear of failure. From a small steel trading company in 1945 to India's largest tractor manufacturer in 2019, the fascinating story of Mahindra and Mahindra epitomizes rapid expansion and stellar convictions. In Lead with Purpose Like Anand Mahindra, Rajiv Agarwal shows how Anand Mahindra developed businesses that have all emerged as leaders in the industries in which they operate-be it aerospace, rural finance or Information Technology. Each chapter contains a case study that can inform and inspire an aspiring manager in taking tough decisions, following one's instincts and taking risks. A gripping and enriching narrative, the author elucidates managerial traits that helped Mahindra carve out successful ventures such as the Scorpio, and ensure the successful acquisition of SsangYong, a South Korean automobile manufacturer. Steadfast and courageous, Mahindra emerges not only as a visionary manager but also as a thoughtful and humble leader who has the eye and will to achieve what he sets out for. This book also explains classic business practices that can help the reader rise to the top just like the Renaissance Man, as Anand Mahindra has been called. This is the second book in the Management Lessons From The Masters series. A must-read for anyone who wants to learn the secrets of running a successful business.
184 pages, Paperback
Published June 20, 2019
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July 2, 2019
Constantly reviewing books makes you aware even about the strategies that the Publishers implement and believe it or not, that impacts the reading experience for good actually. Rupa Publications have initiated a new series named “Management Lessons From The Masters” in which they talk about personalities who have built their brand with their management skills. The first one was on the management lessons by Kumar Mangalam Birla whereas the 2nd book that I have just finished is based on Anand Mahindra, one of my favorite entrepreneurs too. The book is titled “Lead With Purpose Like Anand Mahindra” and written by the same author, Rajiv Agarwal, who is a family business consultant.
The book has around 17 beautiful chapters across 153 pages where each one of them provides us wonderful insight on specific management lessons inspired from the corporate life of Anand Mahindra. I work in an IT company where Mahindra Insurance Brokers Ltd. is one of our clients and therefore even before reading this book, I was quite aware about Anand Mahindra and his achievements. The book describes his humility along with the successes that he has achieved. How he has enabled the strength in the employees of his company-either at the board level or just a young candidate who has joined in is narrated with examples and results which is really something that one can learn from.
The way Mr. Anand used to hear out his employees’ ideas and boost them take it up without interfering in the project is an amazing read as it really tells about his personality and the reason why Mahindra is so big today. Also, the equation of Anand with Ratan Tata is an entertaining read and how in one of the instances, Anand treated a comment by Tata as a pat on back by elder brother is beautifully highlighted by the author. It teaches a lot. Similarly, for every merger and acquisition, the treatment with the other party by Anand is also mentioned which tells his dynamics and decision-making capabilities.
Along with such instances which are generally common in all the entrepreneurs, the new things that we get to learn is what makes this book a recommendable option for the readers such as how Mahindra encouraged innovation through the concept of Mavericks and Skunkworks. Similarly, the concept of Blue chip conferences, Annual War Room, Roadshow and shadow boards is afresh and something that can really motivate other leaders to follow to understand everyone’s point of view. How Anand Mahindra went against the theory of core competencies and followed Value Chain Theory describes how he manages risks and competencies. Along with the successful points of Mr. Anand Mahindra, author has also discussed how he has also failed in some decisions, mostly in the automobile department. I liked how author has covered many aspects of this personality which I can surely not cover in this short review but reading this book makes you a little better professional, I certainly believe this. The book is also summarized beautifully in the end which serves the purpose of keeping the reader focused towards self-motivation and improvement.
Now, talking about couple of drawbacks: - In the first half of the book, many points are repeated quite some time which bores you as the same point are later on, covered up in a specific chapter based on it. Also, in the initial chapters, as big numbers are continuously discussed, it gives a negative impression that you might dislike the book due to too much technical stuff being discussed. But thankfully, later, nothing as such is faced. Except these few points, I didn’t find any such lacking points in the book which should be pointed out specifically. I give this one 4.25 stars out of 5.
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ABHILASH RUHELA
The book has around 17 beautiful chapters across 153 pages where each one of them provides us wonderful insight on specific management lessons inspired from the corporate life of Anand Mahindra. I work in an IT company where Mahindra Insurance Brokers Ltd. is one of our clients and therefore even before reading this book, I was quite aware about Anand Mahindra and his achievements. The book describes his humility along with the successes that he has achieved. How he has enabled the strength in the employees of his company-either at the board level or just a young candidate who has joined in is narrated with examples and results which is really something that one can learn from.
The way Mr. Anand used to hear out his employees’ ideas and boost them take it up without interfering in the project is an amazing read as it really tells about his personality and the reason why Mahindra is so big today. Also, the equation of Anand with Ratan Tata is an entertaining read and how in one of the instances, Anand treated a comment by Tata as a pat on back by elder brother is beautifully highlighted by the author. It teaches a lot. Similarly, for every merger and acquisition, the treatment with the other party by Anand is also mentioned which tells his dynamics and decision-making capabilities.
Along with such instances which are generally common in all the entrepreneurs, the new things that we get to learn is what makes this book a recommendable option for the readers such as how Mahindra encouraged innovation through the concept of Mavericks and Skunkworks. Similarly, the concept of Blue chip conferences, Annual War Room, Roadshow and shadow boards is afresh and something that can really motivate other leaders to follow to understand everyone’s point of view. How Anand Mahindra went against the theory of core competencies and followed Value Chain Theory describes how he manages risks and competencies. Along with the successful points of Mr. Anand Mahindra, author has also discussed how he has also failed in some decisions, mostly in the automobile department. I liked how author has covered many aspects of this personality which I can surely not cover in this short review but reading this book makes you a little better professional, I certainly believe this. The book is also summarized beautifully in the end which serves the purpose of keeping the reader focused towards self-motivation and improvement.
Now, talking about couple of drawbacks: - In the first half of the book, many points are repeated quite some time which bores you as the same point are later on, covered up in a specific chapter based on it. Also, in the initial chapters, as big numbers are continuously discussed, it gives a negative impression that you might dislike the book due to too much technical stuff being discussed. But thankfully, later, nothing as such is faced. Except these few points, I didn’t find any such lacking points in the book which should be pointed out specifically. I give this one 4.25 stars out of 5.
Thanks.
ABHILASH RUHELA
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August 20, 2020
Full of a lot of management wisdom for the Indian and International manager. A very good read.
July 16, 2019
This is the second book in the series 'Management Lessons from the Masters'.
This book is written in very simple manner and consists of practical lessons inspired by Anand Mahindra which will help new entrepreneurs and managers in their career.
If you don't know who Anand Mahindra is, he's the Chairman of the Mahindra group which operates in many sectors like aerospace, automotive, finance and insurance, IT, and much more.
I had already read a lot about him when I worked with Mahindra and Mahindra during my internship, so I was very interested in reading this book.
The book consists of many important events from his life and it is very intriguing to read about the principles that he believed in and used while taking such huge business decisions.
Definitely a Must Read!
This book is written in very simple manner and consists of practical lessons inspired by Anand Mahindra which will help new entrepreneurs and managers in their career.
If you don't know who Anand Mahindra is, he's the Chairman of the Mahindra group which operates in many sectors like aerospace, automotive, finance and insurance, IT, and much more.
I had already read a lot about him when I worked with Mahindra and Mahindra during my internship, so I was very interested in reading this book.
The book consists of many important events from his life and it is very intriguing to read about the principles that he believed in and used while taking such huge business decisions.
Definitely a Must Read!
April 19, 2020
Wonderful Book
Its a good book. It gives us a glimpse of how Mahindra worked earlier and its work done today. .
Its a good book. It gives us a glimpse of how Mahindra worked earlier and its work done today. .
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