// Book comparison
Management vs Managing by Values
Which should you read? A side-by-side comparison of Management by Mescon, Albert, Khedouri and Managing by Values by Ken Blanchard.
Management
by Mescon, Albert, Khedouri
★ 4.4/5
Managing by Values
by Ken Blanchard
★ 4.5/5
At a glance
| Management | Managing by Values | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | ★ 4.4/5 | ★ 4.5/5 |
| Pages | 724 | 160 |
| Reading time | ~18.1 h | ~4.0 h |
| Published | 1988 | 1997 |
| Author | Mescon, Albert, Khedouri | Ken Blanchard |
| Category | Strategy & Management | Strategy & Management |
| Publisher | Harper & Row | Berrett-Koehler Publishers |
Choose Management if…
- → You're interested in strategy & management.
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 — Management
- ✓ Master the Four Functions of Management—Planning, Organizing, Leading, and Controlling—to provide a balanced and comprehensive framework for leading any sized organization.
- ✓ Apply the Systems Approach by recognizing that every internal business decision impacts other departments and must be evaluated in the context of the external market environment.
- ✓ Implement effective Control Systems by setting clear performance standards, measuring actual results, and taking immediate corrective action when deviations occur.
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 want a different angle on the same topic, Management is the better fit. Both summaries are free — no signup required.
❓ FAQ
Is Management or Managing by Values better? +
Managing by Values has the higher reader rating (4.5/5 vs 4.4/5), but "better" depends on your goal. Management focuses on strategy & management, while Managing by Values focuses on strategy & management. See the verdict below.
Which is shorter, Management or Managing by Values? +
Managing by Values is shorter (160 pages, ~4.0 hours) compared to Management (724 pages, ~18.1 hours).
Should I read Management 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.