The Goal is an audiobook by Eliyahu M. Goldratt, narrated by uncredited. The unabridged Audible edition runs 11 hrs 45 mins.
Publisher’s Summary
In this intriguing business novel, which illustrates state-of-the-art economic theory, Alex Rogo is a UniCo plant manager whose factory and marriage are failing. To revitalize the plant, he follows piecemeal advice from an elusive former college professor who teaches, for example, that reduction in the efficiency of some plant operations may make the entire operation more productive. Alex’s attempts to find the path to profitability and to engage his employees in the struggle involve the listener; and thankfully the authors’ economic models, including a game with matchsticks and bowls, are easy to understand. Although some characters are as anonymous as the goods manufactured in the factory, others ring true. In addition, the tender story of Alex and his wife’s separation and reconciliation makes a touching contrast to the rest of the book. Recommended for anyone with an interest in the state of the American economy.
Audiobook Details
- Narrated by: uncredited
- Length: 11 hrs 45 mins
- Publisher: HighBridge, a division of Recorded Books
- Release year: 2014
- Audible category: Business & Careers / Management & Leadership / Management
Listener Ratings
The Goal holds an average listener rating of 4.7/5 from 6406 Audible ratings.
On Audible, ratings for this title break down into narration performance and story separately:
- Performance (narration): 4.7/5
- Story: 4.6/5
- 5-star ratings: 74% of all ratings
What Audible Listeners Are Saying
4/5 stars — “Sneaky good business book”
So, I hate audiobooks that use different voices for the characters, and most especially sound effects – BUT, I was able to swallow that for the first five minutes and get into it. Now, once you realize who/what the author is – you realize the book was written from his utopian view of how a manufacturing business could save itself – but, it’s not completely unrealistic, just lacks any kind of real world influencers that could thwart his theories on how implementing lean production would fit into the mold of organizations.<br/><br/>But, it’s a good story, you cheer for the protagonist and there is some very useful business ideas and concepts.<br/><br/>The last hour is kind of silly – it’s a 45 minute interview with the author where he rambles on about flow theory.— Garth, Audible listener
5/5 stars — “Great book for learning”
I loved this. My boss gave it as mandatory reading and i thought, "This is going to be dull. Who enjoys books on business?" I started listening to it and loved it. It is really easy to listen to. I’m going to listen to it again in a couple weeks to get more out of it and see what practical stuff I can get from it for my work place.— Annalyn Carnegie, Audible listener
4/5 stars — “Loved Business Novel Format”
Liked it a lot. The novel format helped impart the concepts. Appreciated different voices in the narration rather than one person reading all parts. Wish there were a couple of PDF supplements.— Amazon Customer, Audible listener
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