DONNELLY'S DILEMMA

by James E Fadenrecht

Overview

In a world where corporate giants reign supreme, decisions must be made that will shape the future of an entire industry. "Donnelly's Dilemma" takes readers on a captivating journey through the inner workings of an aerospace company as two primary characters emerge to navigate the treacherous waters of change. Meet Jack Donnelly, a brilliant and ambitious leader who finds himself thrust into the role of president of the Commercial Airplanes Division. Taking over from his father, the current CEO, Jack is burdened with the weight of carrying on the legacy of success. Little does he know that his tenure will be marked by challenges that will test his leadership skills and values. Enter John Riley, a seasoned consultant with a reputation for transforming struggling businesses into thriving entities. Hired by the aerospace company to analyze the Commercial division and propose recommendations for change, John's expertise proves invaluable. However, his bold proposals, designed to disrupt the status quo, ignited a firestorm of controversy within the organization. As the pressure mounts, Jack finds himself torn between loyalty to the company's traditions and the need for innovation. With the company's fate hanging in the balance, he must grapple with the ultimate dilemma - should he embrace the disruptive recommendations and risk alienating key stakeholders, or should he play it safe and maintain the company's current course? As the pages turn, readers will be captivated by the intricate web of relationships and the high stakes Jack and John face. With themes of loyalty, courage, and the pursuit of excellence, "Donnelly's Dilemma" is a vivid reminder of the great responsibility and tough choices that leaders must face.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9798895258279
Publisher:	James E Fadenrecht
Publication date:	02/20/2025
Pages:	414
Product dimensions:	7.00(w) x 10.00(h) x 0.85(d)

About the Author

I had the fortune of growing up in a small rural community that was a mix of farming and college culture.
It was a time when common sense was the norm and where you learned to be independent while knowing you could rely on your neighbors for support.
Along with my fortune of having parents who taught me right from wrong with empathy and compassion, I learned the foundations that would eventually lead me to form the thoughts and ideas expressed throughout this book.
I spent over 40 years working for both small and large businesses. Each with their own challenges in dealing with business change, finances, market relevance and politics.
Whether it was a 100-year-old small business dying from bank mergers in the 1980s or a Fortune 100 business trying to compete against international companies that could build products better and faster, I had the opportunity to observe and learn from their successes and failures.
My degrees in industrial technology, engineering and management science paved the way for my careers in information technology, supplier management, technical sales, design and manufacturing, business management and visual communications.
I have been fortunate to see and be part of historical and technological changes over the past four decades that have changed the world. These experiences taught me to see the bigger picture, to ask the bigger questions, and to recognize the right answers aren’t always the obvious ones or easiest to find. You have to fail quickly if you are going to have time to pivot and succeed quickly. I’m a jack of all trades and a master of none.