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Here I am, fifty-eight, and I still don't know what I want to be when I
grow up. -- Peter Drucker


why was Peter Drucker so popular in Japan?


Peter Drucker's popularity in Japan
began to significantly increase in the 1970s.

Peter Drucker, a renowned management consultant and author, enjoyed
immense popularity in Japan for several reasons:

1. Alignment with Japanese Business Philosophy:

Long-term perspective: Drucker's emphasis on long-term goals and
strategic thinking resonated with Japanese businesses known for their
patient, long-term approach.

Employee development: Drucker's focus on employee development and
empowerment aligned with the Japanese emphasis on human capital and
lifelong learning.

Quality and innovation: Drucker's ideas about quality and innovation
were in sync with Japan's post-war focus on these areas.



2. Japan's Post-War Reconstruction:

Need for management expertise: Japan was rebuilding its economy after
World War II and sought management principles to guide its
industrialization. Drucker's ideas provided valuable insights.

Western management practices: Drucker represented Western management
thinking, which Japan was eager to learn and adapt.


3. Drucker's Interest in Japan:

Deep understanding: Drucker had a profound interest in Japanese
culture, history, and business practices.

Mutual respect: His deep understanding of Japan fostered mutual respect
and credibility.


4. Cultural Compatibility:

Shared values: Some of Drucker's ideas, such as the importance of
teamwork, consensus-building, and social responsibility, aligned with
Japanese cultural values.


In essence, Peter Drucker's popularity in Japan stemmed from a
combination of his insightful management theories, Japan's need for
rebuilding its economy, and a mutual admiration between the management
guru and the Japanese business world.

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Prominent Management Thinkers

Michael Porter: While his focus is more on competitive strategy,
Porter's work on industry analysis and competitive advantage has had a
profound impact on business strategy.

Jim Collins: Known for his research-based approach, Collins has gained popularity with books like "Good to Great" and "Built to Last."

Clayton Christensen: A Harvard Business School professor, Christensen's
theory of disruptive innovation has significantly influenced business
strategy and innovation.

Gary Hamel: Hamel is known for his work on management innovation and the concept of core competence.


Other Notable Mentions

Tom Peters: Author of "In Search of Excellence," Peters has been a
prolific writer and speaker on management and organizational culture.

Warren Bennis: A renowned leadership expert, Bennis has contributed significantly to the understanding of leadership and organizational change.




Paul Krugman is not a particularly popular economic commentator in
Japan. While he is undoubtedly influential globally, his focus on the US economy and a Western perspective often doesn't resonate as strongly
with a Japanese audience.

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