Modern society is plagued by fragmentation. The various sectors of our communities--businesses, schools, social service organizations, churches, government--do not work together. They exist in their
As the world grows more connected every day, the need also grows for an updated edition of this classic guidebook to help navigate the ever-expanding cultural mazes of a truly globalized world.
You'll find the real secret to success in Tracy's "Flight Plan." It's an easy-to-read, practical step-by-step approach to accomplishing all your goals.--Dr. Tony Alessandra, coauthor of "The Platinum
In our outgoing, Type-A business culture, introverts can feel excluded, overlooked or misunderstood, their reticence mistaken for arrogance or even lack of intelligence. And their inconsistent people
Today, a significant percentage of human beings are surviving but cant be described as emotionally and spiritually prosperous. Depression, apathy, interpersonal violence, divorce, vocational dissatis
Bestselling author Lynda Grattonone of the top twenty management thinkers in the world, according to the Financial Timesfollows up her bestseller Hot Spots (over 16,000 sold) by taking a deep look at
In The Living Universe, Duane Elgin marshals evidence from cosmology, biology, physics, even his participation in NASA-sponsored psychic experiments to show that the universe is actually a living fie
In this 2nd edition of Foundations of Human Resource Development, the leading scholars in the field present the essential guidebook for the human resource development (HRD) profession. Drawing on an
This book helps managers inspire their workers to move out of their comfort zones and harness their fears in order to step up to challenges more readily and embrace company changes more wholeheartedl
For organizations to thrive, indeed to survive, in today's global economy, we must find ways to dramatically improve the performance of large-scale projects. Applying the concepts of complexity theory
In this 10th anniversary edition, Cashman encourages individuals to strive not for the fiction of "balance," but instead for "resilience mastery." The author expands his coaching model to provide equ
The first edition introduced the revolutionary notion that customer complaints are not annoyances to be dodged, denied, or buried, but are instead valuable pieces of feedback. This updated edition ex
Differences have traditionally been considered a potential source of tension and conflict. But Debbe Kennedy insists that differences are actually a rich source of creativity, innovation and energybu
A Plain-English Guide to Government Writing Whether you’re in the public or private sector, good writing skills are critical to your success in the workplace. Plain Language in Government Writin
Halpern, one of Americas most distinguished public interest advocates and social innovators, shares his revealing experiences from his journey from corporate attorney to activist and social entrepren
Networking is not mere socializing--it is a vital personal and professional development skill. An effective network can make you more knowledgeable, help you address critical issues, accelerate your
The author of "Eat That Frog!" uses the metaphor of a coast-to-coast airplane trip to reveal the key ingredients that go into accomplishing any long-term, meaningful success.
One of today's most popular change methods, Appreciative Inquiry (AI) has been used to undertake transformational initiatives in dozens of organizations, ranging from McDonald's to the U.S. Navy to S
Based on Sullivans discovery of what motivates people and unlocks their greatest abilities, this work outlines ten "laws" that give readers an internal framework for taking charge of their future, an
Bob Johansen shares techniques refined over nearly forty years by the Institute for the Future to help you navigate your own organization's road to the future. He details real-world examples of how or
Hartmann argues that the middle class is not the natural consequence of a free market based economy, but rather, the intended result of policies put into place to maximize the public good. Unfortunat
For years, Margaret Wheatley has written eloquently about humanizing our organizations and helping people to work together more effectively and compassionately. She has shown how breakthroughs in chao
Learn to use this proven-effective method to integrate cost, schedule, and technical performance. Get a briefing on essential terms, key objectives, benefits of EVM, best practices and how to implemen
Trapped in a numbed state, says author Victoria Castle, many of us have lost access to our fundamental human goodness. Thoughts and actions are restricted by a crippling lack of confidence and a fixe
In the past 20 years, the number of employment discrimination cases has increased by more than 2,000 percent. This practical guide helps companies avoid the most common types of employment lawsuits t
The Success Case Method (SCM) offers a simple, carefully crafted way of determining how well a new organizational initiative is working. Already shown to be effective in dozens of organizations, SCM
Swiss industrialist Stephan Schmidheiny, Charles O. Holliday (Chairman and CEO, DuPont) and Philip Watts (Chairman, Royal Dutch/Shell) argue that sustainable development is good for business. Drawing
Research has shown that people who enjoy their work are more productive and creative and generally have higher levels of job satisfaction. Fun workplaces report high levels of team spirit and employee
""SuperLeadership"" was coined by authors Charles Manz and Henry Sims to describe a management style that focuses on ""leading others to lead themselves"". In their earlier book of that title, they es
Through powerful stories and a guided exploration of 52 possible callings, "Whistle While You Work" helps readers discover how to make a living doing what they were born to do.
Drake, who successfully downshifted his own work life, gives timely advice to help people move from the "fast track" to a more satisfying, less-focused lifestyle.
How to Succeed When You Change Jobs Part Three of a three-part series of a series of practical guidebooks on work transitions. These new books guide new hires-and their managers-step by step through t
"Imaginization" is a way of thinking and organizing. It is a key managerial skill that will help you understand and develop your own creative potential, and find innovative solutions to difficult prob
This groundbreaking book offers practical advice and rules of thumb for designing a business strategy that focuses on knowledge as an intangible asset. In eight chapters, Sveiby assembles a veritable
