How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying (musical)

How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying is a musical with music and lyrics by Frank Loesser and a book by Abe Burrows, Jack Weinstock, and Willie Gilbert. It is based on Shepherd Mead's 1952 satirical book of the same name. The musical tells the story of J. Pierrepont Finch, a young window washer who rises through the corporate ranks of the World Wide Wicket Company from mailroom clerk to chairman of the board, using a self-help book of the same name to guide his actions.

The musical premiered on Broadway in 1961 and ran for 1,417 performances, winning seven Tony Awards, including Best Musical and a Pulitzer Prize for Drama. Notable songs from the musical include "I Believe in You," "Brotherhood of Man," "A Secretary Is Not a Toy," and "The Company Way."

The musical satirizes corporate culture, ambition, and the pursuit of success in American business. It is known for its clever lyrics, memorable characters, and sharp commentary on the dynamics of office politics.

How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying has been revived on Broadway several times, including productions in 1995 and 2011. It remains a popular choice for both professional and amateur productions and continues to be a relevant and humorous commentary on the workplace. The musical has also been adapted into a 1967 film.