High Output Management
Andrew S. Grove
39 people recommended it in 18 threads, 2016–2024.
What people on Hacker News said
One I find no trouble recommending regardless of these however is High Output Management by Andy Grove (of Intel). Not a new book, but chalk full of what I consider absolute truths when it comes to optimizing middle management (which is predominantly your role as a CTO, once the org reaches 50+ people and your direct reports all have direct reports).
I think the best book on the topic as I think you mean it is High Output Management by Andy Grove. It’s a classic. Incredibly well written. Direct.
Two books caused me to rethink how I work and actually take notes with time to stop, reflect on how it applies to my world. They are: _High Output Management_ by Andy Grove (from 1983!)
A really good book on management is Andy Grove's "High Output Management" [1], which to me strikes a good balance. It's a fairly popular book in SV and probably a known quantity to most HN readers.
To add my own suggestion, I think High Output Management by Andy Grove is an excellent resource (not just for CTOs)
I give these three books out to new managers in my org: * High Output Management by Andy Grove
People management - The Manager's Path: A Guide for Tech Leaders Navigating Growth and Change - High Output Management
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