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Black box thinking : why most people never learn from their mistakes - but some do
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Black box thinking : why most people never learn from their mistakes - but some do

by Matthew Syed

This book examines how individuals and organisations can improve performance by acknowledging and analysing errors. It contrasts the transparent safety systems used in aviation with the defensive cultures often found in other high-stakes professional fields.

Accession 13885 ISBN 9781591848226 Publisher Portfolio / Penguin
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