{"product_id":"the-peter-prescription-how-to-make-things-go-right-by-dr-laurence-j-peter-very-good-1972-hc-224-pgs-william-morrow-co","title":"The Peter Prescription: How to Make Things Go Right by Dr. Laurence J. Peter (Very good, 1972, HC, 224 pgs, William Morrow \u0026 Co)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn very good condition: dust jacket, cover and pages have light wear. ISBN 9780553146592\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\"The Peter Prescription: How to Make Things Go Right\" is a self-help book by Dr. Laurence J. Peter that expands on his earlier work, \"The Peter Principle.\" This book focuses on providing practical strategies for achieving personal happiness and competence.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mt-6 mb-2 font-semibold text-xl\" data-streamdown=\"heading-3\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStructure of the Book - \u003c\/strong\u003eThe book is divided into three main parts:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"font-semibold\" data-streamdown=\"strong\"\u003eIncompetence Treadmill\u003c\/span\u003e: This section discusses why traditional solutions often fail to address the issues caused by incompetence in hierarchical structures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"font-semibold\" data-streamdown=\"strong\"\u003ePrescriptions for Protecting Competence\u003c\/span\u003e: The second part presents 25 specific prescriptions aimed at helping individuals maintain their competence and avoid the pitfalls of incompetence.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"font-semibold\" data-streamdown=\"strong\"\u003eImproving Management Skills\u003c\/span\u003e: The final section offers 36 prescriptions designed to enhance management skills and assist others in avoiding incompetence.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mt-6 mb-2 font-semibold text-xl\" data-streamdown=\"heading-3\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMain Themes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"font-semibold\" data-streamdown=\"strong\"\u003ePersonal Fulfillment\u003c\/span\u003e: The book emphasizes the importance of achieving happiness through personal growth and fulfillment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"font-semibold\" data-streamdown=\"strong\"\u003eCommon-Sense Solutions\u003c\/span\u003e: Dr. Peter advocates for simple, practical rules that can be applied in everyday life to improve effectiveness and decision-making.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"font-semibold\" data-streamdown=\"strong\"\u003eCreativity and Responsibility\u003c\/span\u003e: The text encourages readers to embrace creativity and take personal responsibility for their actions to navigate bureaucratic challenges successfully.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverall, \"The Peter Prescription\" serves as a guide for individuals seeking to enhance their competence and happiness in both personal and professional contexts, using humor and insightful observations to engage readers.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Faith Books23","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48927895847139,"sku":null,"price":4.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0678\/3303\/7027\/files\/20260504_150536.jpg?v=1778345146","url":"https:\/\/faithbooks23.com\/products\/the-peter-prescription-how-to-make-things-go-right-by-dr-laurence-j-peter-very-good-1972-hc-224-pgs-william-morrow-co","provider":"Faith Books23","version":"1.0","type":"link"}