{"product_id":"behind-the-facade-david-gabby-9798245296852","title":"Behind the Facade: The Reality of Workplace Cooperation: Uncovering the Gap Between Workplace Ideals and Everyday Realities","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBehind the Facade\u003c\/b\u003e exposes the untold realities of modern workplaces-the truths that are rarely discussed but deeply felt by employees, managers, and leaders every day.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMany organizations promote cooperation, teamwork, and shared goals. Yet behind polished mission statements and smiling faces, there often exist hidden power struggles, emotional pressure, silent compliance, and unspoken frustrations. This book takes readers beyond surface appearances to reveal what truly happens inside organizations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDrawing from research, real workplace experiences, and practical observations, \u003cb\u003eDr. Gabby Okwudiri David\u003c\/b\u003e explains how cooperation is sometimes carefully managed rather than genuinely earned, and how this affects trust, mental health, productivity, and personal fulfillment. The book explores why employees often pretend to agree, why silence is mistaken for commitment, and how fear and control can quietly replace openness and trust.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMore importantly, \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eBehind the Facade\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e does not just expose problems-it offers clarity and direction. Readers will gain insight into: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhy workplace cooperation is not always genuine\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eHow power, control, and authority shape everyday behavior\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe emotional and psychological cost of \"managed harmony\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe impact of hidden conflicts on performance and wellbeing\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe importance of transparency, ethical leadership, and trust\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eHow organizations can build healthier, more authentic cultures\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eWritten in clear, accessible language, this book is ideal for professionals, managers, leaders, policy makers, researchers, and students who want a deeper understanding of workplace behavior and organizational life.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eIf you have ever felt pressured to conform, remain silent, or pretend everything is fine at work, Behind the Facade will help you see the truth-and rethink what real cooperation should look like.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e David Gabby\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9798245296852\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Independently Published\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 01\/23\/2026\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 330\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.97lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.69d","brand":"David Gabby","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":49084017639679,"sku":"9798245296852","price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/behind-the-facade-david-gabby-9798245296852","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}