The pursuit of excellence within organizations is the subject of this unique volume that focuses on the individual's drive for achievement. Allcorn examines the paradox of human nature that places individuals of distinction in the position of being rejected and ostracized by their peers. He fully explores the psychological underpinnings of this phenomenon, identifying organizational trends that inhibit achievement and discussing the psychology of office behavior. Different types of individual achievers are described, and suggestions are offered for revising organizational culture to encourage individual excellence.