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Science and Common Sense in Working with Men applies practical psychology to everyday management. This edition shows how modern personnel work blends knowledge with sound, real‑world judgment to improve how we hire, place, and develop workers.
The book contrasts old, personal approaches with scalable systems for large organizations. It explains why simply knowing a worker’s name isn’t enough, and how details like education, aptitude, and motivation affect job fit. It also explores how to balance data from mental and trade tests with the human side of management to create a stable, efficient workforce.
- How to know your workers beyond surface impressions—and why that matters for performance.
- Ways to assess technical ability, mental alertness, and capacity for growth.
- How to place and train employees to match their strengths with the job.
- Risks and limits of testing, and how to use multiple facts for fair decisions.
Ideal for readers of HR, shop floor supervision, and leaders seeking practical, evidence‑based approaches to people management.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the human aspect of industry and suggests ways of improving workplace relations by understanding worker motivations. The author criticizes the old methods of hiring and placing workers based solely on physical attributes and advocates for a more holistic approach that considers mental and emotional factors. It emphasizes that every person is unique and that unlocking their potential is key to increasing productivity and morale. The book draws on scientific studies such as those carried out during WWI and delves into the science of mental alertness. It stresses the importance of empowering workers through giving them interesting and challenging work that aligns with their natural talents and skills. Through reassessing traditional personnel practices and adopting a more scientific and progressive approach, this book empowers readers to revolutionize their workplace culture and maximize their workforce's potential. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781332040919_0
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