// Book comparison
20 Poems to Be Read on the Tram vs Managing by Values
Which should you read? A side-by-side comparison of 20 Poems to Be Read on the Tram by Oliverio Girondo and Managing by Values by Ken Blanchard.
20 Poems to Be Read on the Tram
by Oliverio Girondo
Managing by Values
by Ken Blanchard
★ 4.5/5
At a glance
| 20 Poems to Be Read on the Tram | Managing by Values | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | — | ★ 4.5/5 |
| Pages | — | 160 |
| Reading time | — | ~4.0 h |
| Published | — | 1997 |
| Author | Oliverio Girondo | Ken Blanchard |
| Category | Poetry | Strategy & Management |
| Publisher | — | Berrett-Koehler Publishers |
Choose 20 Poems to Be Read on the Tram if…
- → You're interested in poetry.
Choose Managing by Values if…
- → You're interested in strategy & management.
- → You want the higher-rated book (4.5/5).
- → You prefer a shorter read (~4.0 hours).
- → You want the more recent perspective (1997).
Key takeaways — Managing by Values
- ✓ Implement the Three-Phase MBV Process—Clarify, Communicate, and Align—to transform your corporate culture into a powerful engine for ethical and financial growth.
- ✓ Utilize your organization's Core Values as the primary filters for strategic decision-making, ensuring that every tactical move reinforces your long-term institutional identity.
- ✓ Redesign your Recruitment and Performance Systems to prioritize cultural fit and value-aligned behavior, fostering an environment of mutual trust and collective accountability.
The verdict
If you want the higher-rated, shorter read, start with Managing by Values. If you specifically need strategy & management, 20 Poems to Be Read on the Tram is the better fit. Both summaries are free — no signup required.
❓ FAQ
Is 20 Poems to Be Read on the Tram or Managing by Values better? +
Managing by Values has the higher reader rating (4.5/5 vs null/5), but "better" depends on your goal. 20 Poems to Be Read on the Tram focuses on poetry, while Managing by Values focuses on strategy & management. See the verdict below.
Which is shorter, 20 Poems to Be Read on the Tram or Managing by Values? +
Managing by Values is shorter (160 pages, ~4.0 hours) compared to 20 Poems to Be Read on the Tram (undefined pages, ~null hours).
Should I read 20 Poems to Be Read on the Tram or Managing by Values first? +
If you want the quicker, higher-rated read, start with Managing by Values. Otherwise read whichever matches your current goal — both summaries are free on BookAudio.