Edgar H. Schein Books

Edgar H. Schein is the Society of Sloan Fellows Professor of Management Emeritus at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and has received many awards and honors throughout his career. He has also penned a number of books, including Organizational Culture and Leadership and The Corporate Culture Survival Guide.

  1. 1Humble Inquiry

    Humble Inquiry

    Edgar H. Schein

    The Gentle Art of Asking Instead of Telling

    4.1 (97 ratings)

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    What's Humble Inquiry about?

    Humble Inquiry (2013) sets out the basic principles of the art of asking the right questions in the right way. It examines how your approach to inquiry affects your relationships at the office, your ability to get quality work completed and, ultimately, your success as a leader.

    Who should read Humble Inquiry?

    • Anyone who wants to improve how they communicate at work
    • Anyone who wants to be a great leader
    • Anyone who wants to learn how to ask the right questions
  2. 2Helping

    Helping

    Edgar H. Schein

    How to Offer, Give, and Receive Help

    3.9 (55 ratings)

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    What's Helping about?

    Helping (2009) explores a common phenomenon; when we offer help to other people, we’re often met with resistance, ungratefulness and even resentment. Drawing from a variety of real-life scenarios, author Edgar Schein describes the social and psychological dynamics that underlie this most fundamental human activity and, perhaps more importantly, how we can ensure that our help is both welcome and genuinely useful. 

    Who should read Helping?

    • Educators, therapists and lawyers looking to provide more effective assistance
    • Team-players in the corporate world
    • Anyone looking to be a better helper in their day-to-day lives 
  3. 3Humble Consulting

    Humble Consulting

    Edgar H. Schein

    What's Humble Consulting about?

    Humble Consulting by Edgar H. Schein challenges the traditional role of consultants and offers a more collaborative and relationship-focused approach. Schein emphasizes the importance of building trust, understanding the client's underlying needs, and co-creating solutions. This book provides valuable insights for both consultants and those seeking consulting services.

    Who should read Humble Consulting?

    • Professionals seeking to improve their consulting skills

    • Managers and leaders looking to build better relationships with their teams

    • Individuals interested in understanding the dynamics of organizational change