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Project Management

by Matthew Batchelor ...

Series series Collins Business Secrets
The project management secrets that experts and top professionals use.Get results fast with this quick, easy guide to the fundamentals of Project Management.Includes how to:• Deliver a successful project from start to finish• Communicate effectively with people at all levels• Manage changes and control scope creep• Identify and deal with risks• Work with common project management methodologies ... Read more

$0.99 USD

The project management secrets that experts and top professionals use.Get results fast with this quick, easy guide to the fundamentals of Project Management.Includes how to:• Deliver a successful project from start to finish• Communicate effectively with people at all levels• Manage changes and control scope creep• Identify and deal with risks• Work with common project management methodologies
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The Complete Guide to Sales Force Incentive Compensation

How to Design and Implement Plans That Work

by Andris Zoltners, Prabhakant Sinha, Sally Lorimer ...

A well-designed and implemented incentive program is an essential tool for building a motivated, highly effective sales force that delivers the results you need.Incentive programs are seductively powerful but complicated instruments. Without careful planning and implementation, they can be too stingy to motivate, too complex to understand, too quick to reward mediocre results, and too difficult to ... Read more

$29.99 USD

A well-designed and implemented incentive program is an essential tool for building a motivated, highly effective sales force that delivers the results you need.Incentive programs are seductively powerful but complicated instruments. Without careful planning and implementation, they can be too stingy to motivate, too complex to understand, too quick to reward mediocre results, and too difficult to
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Elite Minds: How Winners Think Differently to Create a Competitive Edge and Maximize Success

by Dr Stan Beecham ...

ELITE MINDS THINK ALIKE.Discover the winning secrets of the world’s most successful people.As a top-level sport psychologist and performance consultant, Dr. Stan Beeham knows what it takes to succeed—on the playing field, in the board room, and in all aspects of life. This award-winning book takes you inside the minds of major-league athletes, Olympic medal winners, and world-class business ... Read more

$20.09 USD

ELITE MINDS THINK ALIKE.Discover the winning secrets of the world’s most successful people.As a top-level sport psychologist and performance consultant, Dr. Stan Beeham knows what it takes to succeed—on the playing field, in the board room, and in all aspects of life. This award-winning book takes you inside the minds of major-league athletes, Olympic medal winners, and world-class business
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Fundamentals of Project Management, Sixth Edition

by Joseph Heagney ...

*Includes News Sections on Working with Virtual Teams and Leveraging Modern TechnologiesEnables project managers to understand priorities, maximize resources, and minimize risks in order to complete projects on time and on budget.For close to three decades, Fundamentals of Project Management has helped managers tackle the complexities of the job. Succinct and easy to read, this handbook simplifies ... Read more

$8.99 USD

*Includes News Sections on Working with Virtual Teams and Leveraging Modern TechnologiesEnables project managers to understand priorities, maximize resources, and minimize risks in order to complete projects on time and on budget.For close to three decades, Fundamentals of Project Management has helped managers tackle the complexities of the job. Succinct and easy to read, this handbook simplifies
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Human Capital Analytics

How to Harness the Potential of Your Organization's Greatest Asset

by Gene Pease, Boyce Byerly, Jac Fitz-enz ...

Series series Wiley and SAS Business Series
An insightful look at the implementation of advanced analytics on human capitalHuman capital analytics, also known as human resources analytics or talent analytics, is the application of sophisticated data mining and business analytics techniques to human resources data. Human Capital Analytics provides an in-depth look at the science of human capital analytics, giving practical examples from case ... Read more

$38.00 USD

An insightful look at the implementation of advanced analytics on human capitalHuman capital analytics, also known as human resources analytics or talent analytics, is the application of sophisticated data mining and business analytics techniques to human resources data. Human Capital Analytics provides an in-depth look at the science of human capital analytics, giving practical examples from case
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Your Best Meeting Ever

7 Principles for Designing Meetings That Get Things Done

by Rebecca Hinds ...

INSTANT USA TODAY BESTSELLER“Everyone wants better meetings, but no one seems to know how—until now.” —Reid Hoffman, New York Times bestselling author and cofounder of LinkedIn“Warning: This read may save you countless hours.” —Adam Grant, #1 New York Times bestselling author and host of the podcast Re:ThinkingFrom Rebecca Hinds, PhD—organ... ... Read more

$14.99 USD

INSTANT USA TODAY BESTSELLER“Everyone wants better meetings, but no one seems to know how—until now.” —Reid Hoffman, New York Times bestselling author and cofounder of LinkedIn“Warning: This read may save you countless hours.” —Adam Grant, #1 New York Times bestselling author and host of the podcast Re:ThinkingFrom Rebecca Hinds, PhD—organ...
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The Business Forecasting Deal

Exposing Myths, Eliminating Bad Practices, Providing Practical Solutions

by Michael Gilliland ...

Series Book 27 - Wiley and SAS Business Series
Practical-nontechnical-solutions to the problems of business forecastingWritten in a nontechnical style, this book provides practical solutions to common business forecasting problems, showing you how to think about business forecasting in the context of uncertainty, randomness and process performance.Addresses the philosophical foundations of forecastingRaises awareness of fundamental issues ... Read more

$30.00 USD

Practical-nontechnical-solutions to the problems of business forecastingWritten in a nontechnical style, this book provides practical solutions to common business forecasting problems, showing you how to think about business forecasting in the context of uncertainty, randomness and process performance.Addresses the philosophical foundations of forecastingRaises awareness of fundamental issues
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Signals & Levers

Systems Thinking Tools to Unblock Software Delivery

by Elisabeth Hendrickson, Joel Tosi ...

Stop fighting symptoms. Start finding solutions. Discover the systems thinking tools that actually work.In Signals & Levers, Elisabeth Hendrickson—former VP R&D at Pivotal and author of the enduring Explore It!—and Joel Tosi—who has spent 25+ years delivering software and a decade helping teams stop “change theater”—teach you to see through the illusions that plague every software organization. ... Read more

$14.99 USD

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Stop fighting symptoms. Start finding solutions. Discover the systems thinking tools that actually work.In Signals & Levers, Elisabeth Hendrickson—former VP R&D at Pivotal and author of the enduring Explore It!—and Joel Tosi—who has spent 25+ years delivering software and a decade helping teams stop “change theater”—teach you to see through the illusions that plague every software organization.
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Making Great Strategy

Arguing for Organizational Advantage

by Glenn R. Carroll, Jesper B. Sørensen ...

Making strategy requires undertaking major—often irreversible—decisions aimed at long-term success in an uncertain future. All leaders must formulate a clear course of action, yet many lack confidence in their ability to think systematically about their strategy. They struggle to apply the abstract lessons offered by conventional approaches to strategic analysis to their unique contexts.Making ... Read more

$20.99 USD

Making strategy requires undertaking major—often irreversible—decisions aimed at long-term success in an uncertain future. All leaders must formulate a clear course of action, yet many lack confidence in their ability to think systematically about their strategy. They struggle to apply the abstract lessons offered by conventional approaches to strategic analysis to their unique contexts.Making
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The Three Pillar Model for Business Decisions: Strategy, Law and Ethics

by George Siedel ...

Your friend decides to order a pizza. President Obama decides to authorize the mission that leads to the death of Osama bin Laden. You decide that your business should launch a new product. What do these decisions have in common? They all require using the Three Pillar model of decision making. Our personal, leadership, and business decisions are based on a Law Pillar, a Strategy Pillar, and an ... Read more

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Your friend decides to order a pizza. President Obama decides to authorize the mission that leads to the death of Osama bin Laden. You decide that your business should launch a new product. What do these decisions have in common? They all require using the Three Pillar model of decision making. Our personal, leadership, and business decisions are based on a Law Pillar, a Strategy Pillar, and an
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How Rich People Think: Condensed Edition

by Steve Siebold ...

Series series Ignite Reads
Dive into the mindset of the wealthiest individuals with this short, one-hour read, offering a revealing look into the distinctive thinking patterns and habits that set the affluent apart.The book is not just about accumulating wealth, but also about understanding the philosophy of the rich toward money. It covers critical concepts such as risk-taking, investment strategies, wealth creation, and ... Read more

$4.99 USD

Dive into the mindset of the wealthiest individuals with this short, one-hour read, offering a revealing look into the distinctive thinking patterns and habits that set the affluent apart.The book is not just about accumulating wealth, but also about understanding the philosophy of the rich toward money. It covers critical concepts such as risk-taking, investment strategies, wealth creation, and
... Read more
The Method Method

Seven Obsessions That Helped Our Scrappy Start-up Turn an Industry Upside Down

by Eric Ryan, Adam Lowry, Lucas Conley ...

An inspiring case study for the next generation of start-ups by the unconventional founders of Method.Founded ten years ago by childhood pals Eric Ryan and Adam Lowry, Method has been making headlines and profits with a revolutionary blend of culture and commerce, style and substance. Today, Method's ecofriendly soaps, detergents, and cleaners are ubiquitous in stores, capturing valuable shelf ... Read more

$4.99 USD

An inspiring case study for the next generation of start-ups by the unconventional founders of Method.Founded ten years ago by childhood pals Eric Ryan and Adam Lowry, Method has been making headlines and profits with a revolutionary blend of culture and commerce, style and substance. Today, Method's ecofriendly soaps, detergents, and cleaners are ubiquitous in stores, capturing valuable shelf
... Read more
Two and Twenty

How the Masters of Private Equity Always Win

by Sachin Khajuria ...

**The first true insider’s account of private equity, revealing what it takes to thrive among the world’s hungriest dealmakers“Brilliant . . . eloquently takes readers inside the heroic world of private equity . . . [an] essential read.”—ForbesONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR: Next Big Idea Club**Private equity was once an investment niche. Today, the wealth controlled by its leading firms ... Read more

$5.99 USD

**The first true insider’s account of private equity, revealing what it takes to thrive among the world’s hungriest dealmakers“Brilliant . . . eloquently takes readers inside the heroic world of private equity . . . [an] essential read.”—ForbesONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR: Next Big Idea Club**Private equity was once an investment niche. Today, the wealth controlled by its leading firms
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The Long View

Why We Need to Transform How the World Sees Time

by Richard Fisher ...

A wide-ranging and thought-provoking exploration of the importance of long-term thinking.Humans are unique in our ability to understand time, able to comprehend the past and future like no other species. Yet modern-day technology and capitalism have supercharged our short-termist tendencies and trapped us in the present, at the mercy of reactive politics, quarterly business targets and 24-hour ... Read more

$5.99 USD

A wide-ranging and thought-provoking exploration of the importance of long-term thinking.Humans are unique in our ability to understand time, able to comprehend the past and future like no other species. Yet modern-day technology and capitalism have supercharged our short-termist tendencies and trapped us in the present, at the mercy of reactive politics, quarterly business targets and 24-hour
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Picture Your Business Strategy: Transform Decisions with the Power of Visuals

by Christine Chopyak ...

PICTURE THIS: A BOLD NEW BUSINESS STRATEGY DRAWN FROM TODAY'S HOTTEST VISUAL TRENDSScientific studies have shown that looking at pictures, drawings, and other graphics engage both sides of the brain--opening the "mind's eye" and business systems to new possibilities we might not otherwise see. Frustrated by lackluster approaches to strategy, companies are combining illustrations and color with ... Read more

$27.99 USD

PICTURE THIS: A BOLD NEW BUSINESS STRATEGY DRAWN FROM TODAY'S HOTTEST VISUAL TRENDSScientific studies have shown that looking at pictures, drawings, and other graphics engage both sides of the brain--opening the "mind's eye" and business systems to new possibilities we might not otherwise see. Frustrated by lackluster approaches to strategy, companies are combining illustrations and color with
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A Consensus Handbook

Co-operative decision making for activists, co-ops and communities

by Seeds for Change Lancaster Co-operative ltd, Max Hertzberg, Rebecca Smith, Rhiannon Westphal ...

A comprehensive guide explaining the spirit and philosophy of co-operative decision making"Excellent - clear guidance and thoughtful reflection on power and conflict" - THE GUARDIANPractical guidance on how to facilitate the consensus decision making process, looking at common situations and explaining the skills and tools your group can use to ease the path to a decision. The book covers ... Read more

$7.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

A comprehensive guide explaining the spirit and philosophy of co-operative decision making"Excellent - clear guidance and thoughtful reflection on power and conflict" - THE GUARDIANPractical guidance on how to facilitate the consensus decision making process, looking at common situations and explaining the skills and tools your group can use to ease the path to a decision. The book covers
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The Joys of Compounding

The Passionate Pursuit of Lifelong Learning, Revised and Updated

by Gautam Baid ...

Series series Heilbrunn Center for Graham & Dodd Investing Series
Value investing is not just a system for success in the market. It is also an intellectual toolkit for achieving a deeper understanding of the world. In The Joys of Compounding, the value investor Gautam Baid builds a holistic approach to value investing and philosophy from his wide-ranging reading, combining practical approaches, self-cultivation, and business wisdom.Distilling investment and ... Read more

$19.99 USD

Value investing is not just a system for success in the market. It is also an intellectual toolkit for achieving a deeper understanding of the world. In The Joys of Compounding, the value investor Gautam Baid builds a holistic approach to value investing and philosophy from his wide-ranging reading, combining practical approaches, self-cultivation, and business wisdom.Distilling investment and
... Read more
HBR Guide to Making Better Decisions

by Harvard Business Review ...

Series series HBR Guide
Learn how to make better; faster decisions.You make decisions every day--from prioritizing your to-do list to choosing which long-term innovation projects to pursue. But most decisions don't have a clear-cut answer, and assessing the alternatives and the risks involved can be overwhelming.You need a smarter approach to making the best choice possible. The HBR Guide to Making Better Decisions ... Read more

$15.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Learn how to make better; faster decisions.You make decisions every day--from prioritizing your to-do list to choosing which long-term innovation projects to pursue. But most decisions don't have a clear-cut answer, and assessing the alternatives and the risks involved can be overwhelming.You need a smarter approach to making the best choice possible. The HBR Guide to Making Better Decisions
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Bringing Out the Best in People: How to Apply the Astonishing Power of Positive Reinforcement, Third Edition

by Aubrey C. Daniels ...

Maximize employee performance with this updated edition of the classic bestsellerIn Bringing Out the Best in People: How to Apply the Astonishing Power of Positive Reinforcement, renowned thought leader and internationally recognized workplace expert Aubrey Daniels takes a look at today’s rapidly changing work environment, providing a timely update to his seminal book on performance management.As ... Read more

$23.99 USD

Maximize employee performance with this updated edition of the classic bestsellerIn Bringing Out the Best in People: How to Apply the Astonishing Power of Positive Reinforcement, renowned thought leader and internationally recognized workplace expert Aubrey Daniels takes a look at today’s rapidly changing work environment, providing a timely update to his seminal book on performance management.As
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The Emergent Approach to Strategy

Adaptive Design & Execution

by Peter Compo ...

A NEW CLARITY FOR STRATEGY THEORY AND PRACTICE**Consultants and academics continue to report chronic failures of strategy practice.**Two causes dominate: strategy is still not fully defined, and strategy practice is still largely based on a planned versus adaptive view of the world. The Emergent Approach to Strategy digs deep into complex adaptive systems to bring a new clarity to strategy ... Read more

$12.99 USD

A NEW CLARITY FOR STRATEGY THEORY AND PRACTICE**Consultants and academics continue to report chronic failures of strategy practice.**Two causes dominate: strategy is still not fully defined, and strategy practice is still largely based on a planned versus adaptive view of the world. The Emergent Approach to Strategy digs deep into complex adaptive systems to bring a new clarity to strategy
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The Bonfire Moment

Bring Your Team Together to Solve the Hardest Problems Startups Face

by Martin Gonzalez, Joshua Yellin ...

AN INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLERUnique insights from pioneers of Google’s Startup Accelerator on why building teams is harder than building tech—and a proven way to develop a strong, resilient and effective team.Most startups fail not because of a bad product, poor timing, or mismanaged cash, but because of people problems: conflicts over strategy, decision-making, and team culture. Even the smartest ... Read more

$14.99 USD

AN INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLERUnique insights from pioneers of Google’s Startup Accelerator on why building teams is harder than building tech—and a proven way to develop a strong, resilient and effective team.Most startups fail not because of a bad product, poor timing, or mismanaged cash, but because of people problems: conflicts over strategy, decision-making, and team culture. Even the smartest
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The Eye Test

A Case for Human Creativity in the Age of Analytics

by Chris Jones ...

In a world increasingly ruled by numbers and algorithms, award-winning journalist Chris Jones makes a compelling case for a more personal approach to analytical thinking.THE EYE TEST is a necessary course correction, a call for a more balanced, personal approach to problem-solving. Award-winning journalist Chris Jones makes the case for the human element—for what smart, practiced, devoted people ... Read more

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In a world increasingly ruled by numbers and algorithms, award-winning journalist Chris Jones makes a compelling case for a more personal approach to analytical thinking.THE EYE TEST is a necessary course correction, a call for a more balanced, personal approach to problem-solving. Award-winning journalist Chris Jones makes the case for the human element—for what smart, practiced, devoted people
... Read more
Management

by Michael Heath ...

Series series Collins Business Secrets
The management secrets that experts and top professionals use.Get results fast with this quick, easy guide to the fundamentals of Management.Includes how to:• Build a goal-oriented team• Successfully manage individuals, teams and projects• Set clear goals and give quality feedback• Get things done on time and on budget• Deal with difficult situations ... Read more

$0.99 USD

The management secrets that experts and top professionals use.Get results fast with this quick, easy guide to the fundamentals of Management.Includes how to:• Build a goal-oriented team• Successfully manage individuals, teams and projects• Set clear goals and give quality feedback• Get things done on time and on budget• Deal with difficult situations
... Read more
ISO 9001:2015 in Plain English

by Craig Cochran ...

ISO 9001 hasn't changed much in the last 15 years... until now! ISO 9001:2015 is a MAJOR revision. A LOT has changed. Requirements have been added and removed. Content has shifted to different sections and clauses. ISO 9001:2015 is built upon a completely different structure with the adoption of Annex SL. This may seem like a lot to take in, and it is. Fortunately, bestselling author Craig Cochran ... Read more

$34.95 USD

ISO 9001 hasn't changed much in the last 15 years... until now! ISO 9001:2015 is a MAJOR revision. A LOT has changed. Requirements have been added and removed. Content has shifted to different sections and clauses. ISO 9001:2015 is built upon a completely different structure with the adoption of Annex SL. This may seem like a lot to take in, and it is. Fortunately, bestselling author Craig Cochran
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