High Performance Networking

A practical guide for building and maintaining high performance business relationshipsEvery business sinks or swims on the quality of its relationships and alliances, whether they are between manageme

Some of the most popular Land Rover pastimes are detailed here, with explanations of how to take part and what equipment you need. This unique book explains how these versatile machines can be modifie

How computer technologies and digital fabrication techniques give architects unprecedented tools for crafting performance and aesthetics through cross-disciplinary collaboration.

The complete practical guide to modifying VW Bus (Transporter) T1 to T5 suspension, brakes and chassis for maximum performance. Contains essential information on using aftermarket parts and interchang

This workshop will invite leaders of multiple generations to practical conversations that help remove the inherent barriers to productive relationships between incumbent and emerging leaders. While t

Two Nigerian families bound together by grief. One devastating secret set to tear them apart.When two families living in East London reunite after a family tragedy their union exposes a wealth of secr

This workshop will invite leaders of multiple generations to practical conversations that help remove the inherent barriers to productive relationships between incumbent and emerging leaders. While t

This workshop will invite leaders of multiple generations to practical conversations that help remove the inherent barriers to productive relationships between incumbent and emerging leaders. While th

This workshop will invite leaders of multiple generations to practical conversations that help remove the inherent barriers to productive relationships between incumbent and emerging leaders. While th

This book constitutes the thoroughly refereed post-conference proceedings of the Second International Conference on High Performance Computing and Applications, HPCA 2009, held in Shanghai, China, in

This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 5th International? Conference on High Performance Embedded Architectures and Compilers, HiPEAC 2010, held in Pisa, Italy, in January 2010.The 23 r

IT’S TIME FOR YOU TO INCREASEEMPLOYEE ACCOUNTABILITY—NO EXCUSES!“Very engaging! Grimshaw and Baron provide practical coaching pointson how to translate leadership intentions into results.”DAVE HILFMAN

A collection of works, written by researchers, on the human performance research being carried out in the military.

Drawing on the very latest scientific research, Strength and Conditioning for Team Sports is designed to help students, coaches, researchers and sports medicine professionals devise more effective hig

Drawing on the very latest scientific research, Strength and Conditioning for Team Sports is designed to help students, coaches, researchers and sports medicine professionals devise more effective hig

Set to be as groundbreaking as its forerunner, Higher Performance Sailinganalyses what makes the new breed of high-tech racing yachts anddinghies sail so fast, and what will make them sail even faster

The essential guide to creating an organization ofhigh integrity and superior performance With the high-profile corporate scandals that have taken place in recent years, corporate ethics are more imp

Praise for Hire the American Dream "I learned early on that Dave Melton had cracked the code(about hiring and retaining great people) in his Manhattan franchise.His employees, who are all immigrants t

Using the example of four Taiwanese brand-name multinational companies, this study seeks to unpack the relationship between project team performance measurement systems and new product success/failure

This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the Fourth International Conference on High Performance Embedded Architectures and Compilers, HiPEAC 2009, held in Paphos, Cyprus, in January 2009.The

The development of polymeric materials and their optimization for high performance applications requires a detailed understanding of their degradation sensitivities, and the various features affectin

This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 15th International Conference on High-Performance Computing, HiPC 2008, held in Bangalore, India, in December 2008.The 46 revised full papers pres

How to get the best from sportscars/kit cars with wishbone front suspension, coil springsand telescopic shocks. Includes ‘chassis’ integrity, geometry, ride height, camber, castor,

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

The Handbook of High-Performance Virtual Teams is an essential resource for leaders, virtual team members, and work group leaders. The editors provide a proved framework based on five principles for w

Today's teams, more that ever before, need to know what they do well and what they need to improve. But even more essential is to know how far the team needs to go and how to get there in order to rea

The Team Performance Inventory is a proven, reliable assessment instrument that identifies a team’s level of performance.This 40-item inventory measures:Interpersonal behaviors that highlight potentia

"Already a classic in its field, this thoroughly-updated edition of the training manager’s ultimate answer book gives readers clear guidance and techniques for accomplishing successful, cost-effective

Student engagement with digital learning resources and online social networking are strong forces in education today. How can these resources best be utilized by educators and course designers in high

Student engagement with digital learning resources and online social networking are strong forces in education today. How can these resources best be utilized by educators and course designers in high

TPS-Lean Six Sigma is a continuous voyage of discovery involving continuous personal and organizational improvement, development, and learning. This book emphasizes the introduction of a blueprint, ca

TPS-Lean Six Sigma is a continuous voyage of discovery involving continuous personal and organizational improvement, development, and learning. This book emphasizes the introduction of a blueprint, ca

Fast answers for busy readers responsible for ensuring great customer service. Delivering top-of-the-line customer service is Job #1 for most companies, an important factor in keeping profits high and customers coming back. Customer service problems can damage not just a company's reputation but its bottom line, so for busy managers -- and business owners with little time to search for solutions -- some fast help is needed. Award-Winning Customer Service offers scores of quick tips for readers looking to improve and then maintain their company's level of customer service. The book is chock full of practical advice on important topics such as: * planning and goal setting * effective communication * leadership * preparing for change * continual learning * coaching and development * effective feedback * motivational and problem-solving meetings * conflict resolution * follow-up and staying on top of the game * and more. Containing 101 effective tips in all, unique ""When this happens, try

Starting with the essentials of basic skin care and maintenance, this comprehensive guide details tips and techniques for handling the unique makeup needs of performance athletes such as dancers, che

Gradient elution demystified Of the various ways in which chromatography is applied today, few have been as misunderstood as the technique of gradient elution, which presents many challenges compa

A new approach to understanding and improving performance and public valueThis book presents the Public Service Value Model-an innovative, rigorous approach to defining public outcomes and quantifying

"If you look at Southwest Airlines, and I admire what they do, they've been the most successful airline in the industry."--Gerard Arpey, CEO, American Airlines"Through extensive research Jody Hoffer G

The Solar Food Dryer describes how to use solar energy to dry your food instead of costly electricity. With your own solar-powered food dryer, you can quickly and efficiently dry all your extra garden

The world's infrastructure is largely built of concrete. With growing populations in the developing countries of the world, such as India, and with the decay of existing infrastructure in developed co