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Absolute Surrender and Other Addresses vs Managing by Values
Which should you read? A side-by-side comparison of Absolute Surrender and Other Addresses by Andrew Murray and Managing by Values by Ken Blanchard.
Absolute Surrender and Other Addresses
by Andrew Murray
Managing by Values
by Ken Blanchard
★ 4.5/5
At a glance
| Absolute Surrender and Other Addresses | Managing by Values | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | — | ★ 4.5/5 |
| Pages | — | 160 |
| Reading time | — | ~4.0 h |
| Published | — | 1997 |
| Author | Andrew Murray | Ken Blanchard |
| Category | Religion & Spirituality | Strategy & Management |
| Publisher | — | Berrett-Koehler Publishers |
Choose Absolute Surrender and Other Addresses if…
- → You're interested in religion & spirituality.
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 — Absolute Surrender and Other Addresses
- ✓ Complete Surrender is the central theme, emphasizing the joy of yielding to God's will.
- ✓ Practical Insights are offered through heartfelt messages that guide listeners in their spiritual journey.
- ✓ Free Audiobook available online, narrated by volunteers, making it accessible for all.
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, Absolute Surrender and Other Addresses is the better fit. Both summaries are free — no signup required.
❓ FAQ
Is Absolute Surrender and Other Addresses 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. Absolute Surrender and Other Addresses focuses on religion & spirituality, while Managing by Values focuses on strategy & management. See the verdict below.
Which is shorter, Absolute Surrender and Other Addresses or Managing by Values? +
Managing by Values is shorter (160 pages, ~4.0 hours) compared to Absolute Surrender and Other Addresses (undefined pages, ~null hours).
Should I read Absolute Surrender and Other Addresses 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.