The employment law and personnel management issues that arise when businesses are bought and sold are of great concern not only to the employees but also to the management of both purchaser and vendor
The law and regulations governing business and contract law are increasingly complex and now affect all industries and every type of commercial agreement; from entering into a contract, to validity of
The second edition of this briefing will show you how to get the best out of your employees, from recruitment to retirement, while protecting yourself and your firm. Through understanding the law on r
This briefing takes into account relevant legislation and case law. For all points of the law and critical distinctions, you will find crystal-clear explanations and guidelines to a host of case studi
This book is a goldmine of ideas, advice and techniques from one of the world’s leading thinkers on management and leadership. Reformatted and with a new foreword by John Adair, it distills in one boo
"Italy has a bewildering cultural patrimony. Where do you start? With Giotto? With Caravaggio? In murky Etruscan tombs or the mighty Roman Pantheon? Speak the Culture: Italy sifts through a sprawling
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We currently live in an increasingly litigious society, and the legal and practical risks associated with food safety are becoming complex and significant areas of concern for health officers and food
This report provides full practical up-to-date guidance for buyers of legal, accountancy and other professional services and includes: how to choose providers; tendering tips; terms and conditions/con
A Collection of eye-witness accounts, diaries, reportage and scraps of memory from men, women and children who lived through the dark days of World War II. Illustrated with newspaper pictures and per
This briefing ensures that businesses are put in a position where they can recover goods by judicious use of a well drafted “retention of title clause” and ensure their terms and conditions apply and
Digital marketing and social media has had a significant impact on the way companies engage with potential customers when selling their products and services. Companies are now able to connect with th
This updated report from IT/ecommerce legal expert Susan Singleton focuses on the employment issue of email and Internet use in the office—arguably the most important and universally applicable part o
Whether you are an in-house practitioner or a consultant working for clients, this book contains practical advice and suggestions, as well as useful checklists and ideas for improving the way public r
Explains the practical impact of law, especially case law, from the European Court of Justice and distinguishes how this law works compared with the common law and UK legislation. This title is suitab
A one-stop guide to the world's key writers on leadership, their thought and contribution. It includes: an update of the recent themes and issues that dominate the leadership agenda; a listing of the
This ground-breaking book explains the 7-step ACHIEVE coaching model, which focuses on five essential coaching skills—the development of rapport, deep listening, creative and open questioning, honest
The second edition of this popular Briefing provides crucial insight into the law relating to computer contracts. It provides an introduction to the techniques of negotiating and drafting computer con
Set in the 1790s, this novel essentially shows that cowboys were as much invented in Wales as in Wyoming.Running through this Welsh Western, with its personalities, adventure, and incidents, the story
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With constant changes and new challenges in the public relations climate, the second edition ofStrategic Planning in Public Relations presents a fresh approach to PR. This report is essential for anyo
"Considered the bible of speechmaking, this updated reference is designed to keep speakers upright, articulate, and successful by showing them how to think on their feet. The basic arts of speechmaki
A handbook for building a life coaching, executive coaching or business coaching practice. It shows you how to work with coaching tools and models when planning your marketing strategy; set your coach
The concept of the "internal consultant" is now gaining considerable ground as managers in support functions seek to redefine their role and effectiveness. The emphasis that it place
An inside story of Robert Lindsay, one of Britain's best-loved, best-known actors. It describes not only the lasting influences of his childhood, schooling and family, but also how his acting started
The law is changing fast as pitfalls and penalties await the unprepared. The legal rules that apply to recruitment in the UK are drawn from virtually all areas of employment law. Sourcing the relevant
one stop resume of the major gurus who have had a critical influence on marketing thinking and development.This is much more than just a series of summaries, Sultan has worked directly with many of th
This Briefing is aimed at owners and managers of British businesses and offers advice on the tax implications of their business decisions. It guides owners towards both business choices and personal t
As every year goes by the number of people able to give a first hand account of day-to-day life in the early part of the last century naturally diminishes. The small but telling detail disappears. Eth
In this Report, Tony Grundy takes you through a number of phases towards developing and implementing an HR strategy.From a diagnosis of HR issues--identifying and assessing the critical areas where Hu
Managing an in-house legal department can be hugely stimulating and fulfilling. It can also be very stressful and fatiguing. It is tremendously important to take time periodically to step back from th
Modern business relies on the ability to reach mutually beneficial agreements. You need the skills to plan, deliver and follow through on negotiations.This book provides accessible, practical guidance
The A-Z of Employment Practice provides comprehensive, practical, easily accessible guidance on personnel law and practice at a time when employers are faced with a steadily increasing burden of legis
This briefing provides advice and guidance on IT contracts for senior management within the British IT sector. It addresses issues of current concern relating to IT contracts where there are key comme
