Business

A book by practitioners for process practitioners shows how to ensure projects are implemented successfully more...

Price: $41.95

Expert advice and examples show how managers can inspire high levels of commitment. When people are truly engaged in their work they give more “discretionary effort” and make a huge difference to their company. They ask, “What’s in it for us?” instead of “What’s in it for me?” Yet an engaged workforce is as rare as it is valuable. A groundbreaking global study, led by Julie Gebauer and Don Lowman of Towers Perrin, shows that most people are not engaged and don’t contribute as much value as they could. Not because they’re inherently lazy or apathetic, but because their companies and managers don’t know how to draw out the best from them. For instance, while pay and benefits are critical in attracting talent to a company, they have little effect on engagement. Instead, there are five proven ways to engage employees, including:. • Grow them by helping them develop skills and Knowledge. • Involve them by asking for input and delegating Authority. • Reward them with recognition and advancement Opportunities. Using real world examples, the authors show that consistently better engagement really is possible and can deliver a huge impact to the bottom line. more...

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A fully updated follow-up to Peter Schiff's bestselling financial survival guide-Crash Proof, which described the U.S. economy as a house of cards on the verge of collapse. The economic and monetary disaster which seasoned Wall Street prognosticator Peter Schiff predicted is no longer hypothetical-it is here today. And nobody understands what to do in this situation better than the man who saw it coming. For more than a decade, Schiff has not only observed the U.S. economy, but also helped his clients restructure their portfolios to reflect his outlook. What he sees today is a nation facing an economic storm brought on by growing federal, personal, and corporate debt; too little savings; and a declining dollar. Crash Proof 2.0 picks up right where the first edition-a bestselling book that predicted the current market mayhem-left off. This timely guide takes into account the dramatic economic shifts that are reshaping America and provides you with the insights and information to navigate the dangerous terrain. Throughout the book, Schiff explains the factors that will affect your future financial stability and offers a specific three step plan to battle the current economic downturn.: Discusses the measures you can take to protect yourself-as well as profit-during these difficult times; Offers an insightful examination of the structural weaknesses underlying the economic meltdown; Outlines a plan that will allow you to preserve wealth and protect the purchasing power of your savings; Other titles by Schiff: Crash Proof and The Little Book of Bull Moves in Bear Markets. Filled with in-depth insights and expert advice, Crash Proof 2.0 will help you survive and thrive during the coming years of economic uncertainty. more...

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Conflict situations can often be unpleasant, but they can also be great opportunities for learning and problem-solving. In this book, the specific skills of assertiveness and listening are explored, while non-communication sources of conflict are also considered. Conflict management strategies such as negotiation, mediation and arbitration are shown, but so too are conflict stimulation strategies - because some situations may call for more, not less, conflict. more...

Price: $9.99

The Elephant In The Room. A financial fable filled with lessons for building long-term wealth. "What most people don't understand, and what usually turns out to be the elephant in the room, is their behavior. It affects everything in your life, including the way you earn, spend, and save.". —Aunt Katherine. Michael Davidson and his wife, Jennifer, knew what they wanted from life and had some pretty good financial habits, but they were far from prepared for the future. Despite a healthy income and successful career, Michael—who's facing down thirty, with a wife who also works, and two kids—can't seem to accumulate any savings, and the family continues to live from paycheck to paycheck. Frustrated by his situation, Michael seeks the advice of a person who, in his eyes, has found a way to overcome this challenge—his now comfortably retired Aunt Katherine. What follows is a series of conversations in which Michael discovers that some fundamental concepts, all under his control, can put his family in a better financial position. Engaging and informative, The Elephant in the Room follows the fictional weekly meetings—based on the real-world experiences of financial advisors and employees from First Command Financial Planning—between Michael and Aunt Katherine as they discuss the elements that guide their financial behavior and prepare a plan to achieve his family's financial objectives. A refreshing look at what it really takes to secure your financial future, The Elephant in the Room contains insights and advice that will put you on the path to prosperity. more...

Price: $19.95