The Memo: How the Classified Military Document That Helped the U.S. Win WWII Can Help You Succeed in Business

Much is known about how the atomic bomb helped the United States achieve final victory in World War II. However, little is known about a weapon that was, perhaps, even more powerful--a memo. Classified as "Restricted" by the U.S. War Department, "The Memo" contained a management doctrine under the subject of "Completed Staff Work." This memo turned military command structure on its head and focused on the power of staff instead of their commanders. Simply put, instead of relying on senior l...