The Peter principle - Laurence J. Peter

'The Peter Principle has cosmic implications.' - New York Times'The classic book which warns of the dangers of over-promotion' The TimesIn a hierarchy, every employee rises to the level of their own incompetence.This simple maxim,
defined by this classic book over 40 years ago, has become a beacon of truth
in the world of work.
From the civil
service to multinational companies to hospital management, it explains why
things constantly go wrong: promotion up a hierarchy inevitably leads to
over-promotion and incompetence. Through barbed anecdotes and wry humour the
authors define the problem and show how anyone, whether at the top or bottom
of the career ladder, can avoid its pitfalls. Or, indeed, avoid promotion
entirely!