Foundations for Inquiry, a philosophy of social science book, is both a primer and a resource for anyone interested in social and behavioral research. As a "reader" with excerpts from classic and soon-to-be classic writings on research in the organizational sciences, the book shows the myriad...

It's all about assumptions : the critical role of an applied epistemologist -- Doing what is right : the role of an applied ethicist -- Think like a system : be an applied systems thinker -- Thinking like a crisis manager -- Wisdom : how the leaders of purpose-driven organizations manage from...