"Authors Jo Kruithof and Bill Jarrard have written a very readable book on a proven, practical approach to bringing the gold out of hiding and turning it into demonstrable bottom-line improvements. This very practical book is based on many years hands-on experience in a wide cross-section of industries. It should be read by every CEO and manager who plans to be in business for the next five years."

Manufacturers' Monthly:

"The key to teaching others about efficiency and process improvement lies in delivering the message simply and with clarity - without adopting a patronising or over-simplistic nature. One book which successfully walks this tightrope is the latest offering by Bill Jarrard and Johan Kruithof titled 'Hidden Gold!'.... Without improving the work practices of company employees, the whole notion of process improvement becomes somewhat null and void. The book puts an evenly weighted emphasis on the human factor, without turning into a psychology manual or individual self-improvement bible."

"The 'gold' of smarter ways of doing things, better products and less waste is always there, but the blinkers of accepted practice stop most organisations from discovering their own hidden nuggets. This is the theme of 'Hidden Gold', a new book by Jo Kruithof and Bill Jarrard, who have brought together their collected experience as workplace change consultants in a book which describes how dramatic improvement opportunities can be identified and exploited."
 

The Australian Standard:

"This is a highly readable book on a proven approach to bringing opportunities out of hiding and turning them into demonstrable bottom-line improvements. ... The authors have been in the business of encouraging quality and continuous improvement for some 15 years. ... In 'Hidden Gold!' they have produced a stimulating and practical guide to help everyone, at any level in any organisation, to find and realise their improvement opportunities"