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Books by Ricardo Semler

Ricardo Semler is a Brazilian entrepreneur who took over Semco Partners from his father in the early 1980s and transformed it from a conventional industrial manufacturer into a globally recognized experiment in participatory management. Under his leadership, Semco grew revenue substantially while eliminating most traditional management controls. He later wrote The Seven Day Weekend (2003), continuing his exploration of work and autonomy. Semler has lectured widely at business schools and has become one of the most cited voices in the debate over workplace democracy and organizational design.