Performance at the Limit
Business Lessons from Formula 1® Motor Racing

Studies the case of Formula 1® to show how businesses can achieve optimal performance in competitive and dynamic environments.

Mark Jenkins (Author), Ken Pasternak (Author), Richard West (Author), Niki Lauda (Foreword by)

9781107136120, Cambridge University Press

Hardback, published 30 June 2016

266 pages, 19 b/w illus. 32 colour illus. 6 tables
23.5 x 15.8 x 2 cm, 0.53 kg

'Through a series of examples, graphics and principles, the authors draw from Formula 1® team working principles - as well as the overall structure of the series - to lay out a kind of ideal methodology for business and corporate managers. … it is difficult not to agree with the book's premise that just about any business or company would find the approach beneficial as it attempts to make itself into a winning 'team' as well.' Brad Spurgeon, The New York Times

The world of Formula 1® is a powerful mirror to the world of management, where high performance relies on strong leadership, clear goals, selfless teamwork, innovation through constant learning and a winning culture. Performance at the Limit: Business Lessons from Formula 1® Motor Racing uses the case of Formula 1® to demonstrate how business can achieve optimal performance in highly competitive and dynamic environments. This third edition has been extensively updated, including a powerful new framework, 'The Performance Pyramid', recent interviews with leading figures in the industry, and a wide range of lessons for improved business practice. It will be an invaluable guide for managers and students of business alike.

Acknowledgements
1. Overview and Formula 1® experience
2. PATL performance framework
3. Enabling leadership
4. Constant learning
5. The power to change
6. Right people in right places
7. Formula 1®: a team sport
8. Partnerships (sponsorship)
9. Winning culture
10. Learning from F1® teams
Appendix A. Grand Prix champions, 1950–2015
Appendix B. Grand Prix graveyard, 1950–2015
Appendix C. Interview respondents (contributing to this and previous editions)
Appendix D. FIA regulatory process
Notes
References.

Subject Areas: Management: leadership & motivation [KJMB], Business strategy [KJC], Business & management [KJ]