Dark Sides of Organizational Life
Exploring the darkest side of organizations may have a potential to change our previous assumptions about business life. Scholars both in management and organizational research fields have shown interest in the "bright" side of behavioral life and have looked for the ways to create a positive organizational climate and assumed a positive relation between happiness of employees and productivity. These main assumptions of the Human Relations School have dominated the scientific inquiry on organizational behavior. However, "the dark side of organizational life" may have more explanatory power than "the bright side". Hostility, jealousy, envy, rivalry, gossip, problematic personalities, dislike, revenge, and social exclusion are the realities of business life. A manager may devote most of their time to cope with conflicts, deviant behaviors, ambitious individuals, gossips, and dysfunctional rivalry among employees. It is evident that negative events and interactions among employees cost more time and energy for a manager than the positive side of organizational life. This edited collection specifically focuses on these issues and will be of interest to researchers, academics, and advanced students in the fields of management, organizational studies and behavior, sociology, social psychology, and human resource management.
Business Ethics through Movies
The second edition of Business Ethics through Movies: A Case Study Approach examines a wide range of ethical dilemmas, principles, and moral reasoning through a series of popular films, real-world case studies, and corporate ethics codes. This includesEight new films (The Armstrong Lie, Athlete A, The Biggest Little Farm, Control Room, The Corporation, Outsourced, The Social Dilemma, and Spotlight)Eight new cases (flash mob thefts, Deepwater Horizon, Maui fires of 2023, United Auto Workers strike of 2023, listeria in milkshakes, lead in children's apple sauce, and news media election lies)A new chapter on journalistic ethicsOnline chapter quizzes to reinforce ethical theory and moral reasoning (accessible at https: //rowman.com/ISBN/9781538194447)Movies provide an excellent platform for developing techniques of analysis and sharpening our critical thinking skills. They bring ethics to life and draw us in, so we identify with the characters as they confront issues, make decisions, and face consequences. Thanks to the engaging ways ethical dilemmas are presented, movies and case studies are perfect vehicles for studying and doing business ethics.
The Business School Curriculum Debate
With more than 14,000 business schools worldwide, what is included in their curricula matters for how the economy and the corporate system are managed. Business schools should be subject to scholarly inquiries and critical reflection. While many studies of business schools examine its general role in the tertiary education system and in society more broadly, this volume examines how one specific theoretical perspective and a normative model derived therefrom were developed and gradually appropriated within the business school setting. This volume demonstrates that agency theory, based on a daring conjecture that firms can be construed as bundles of contacts, rose to prominence in the business school context. It examines how the elementary proposition of agency theory, that the firm is to be considered theoretically and practically as a "nexus of contracts," was never consistent with corporate law and contract law, and it was empirically unsubstantiated.Business schools are under pressure to teach not only practically useful theories and models, but also theories that are also scientifically qualified. Despite having this ambition, certain theories are widely taught despite failing to live up to such declared ambitions, which means that business schools may be criticized for including theories on ambiguous grounds in the curricula. This book examines how business schools seek to honour the ambition to teach both scientifically verified theories and practically useful concepts and models, and how the tensions derived from this duality may be problematic to handle. It will be of interest to researchers, academics, and advanced students in the fields of management education, organizational studies, and legal theory.
Currere and Legacy in the Context of Family Business
This book presents a new conceptualisation of the idea of legacy in a family business setting as an educational experience of teaching and learning between generations.
Your Power Unleashed
"Your Power Unleashed is more than just a guide for career advancement; it's a manifesto for living a life imbued with purposeful power." -Lisa Nichols, New York Times Bestselling Author, Founder & CEO Motivating the Masses, Inc."Your Power Unleashed provides genuinely useful advice to help high-performers do fulfilling work while embracing their authentic selves. Kisha offers actionable steps for leaders to effectively coach and use their power to champion female talent within their organizations. This approach fosters a more inclusive environment and also drives innovation and success. Full of inspiring stories and practical strategies, this book is a refreshingly insightful read." -Khozema Shipchandler, Chief Executive Officer of Twilio"Practical, relevant, and strategic ... Written like a personal coaching session, this book provides a playbook for doing the internal work necessary to succeed professionally, while challenging corporations to create environments where women can thrive." -Elaine Lin Hering, USA Today Bestselling Author of Unlearning Silence"For women eager to take control of their road to career success-and men ready to insist on gender equality-this is a must read." -BookLife by Publishers WeeklyDo you feel stuck in your career, as if you're running in circles, doing everything to advance professionally but making no progress?Now imagine...Recapturing the hope you have lost and restoring your diminishing self-confidence.Having a professional impact beyond your wildest dreams-aligned with your values, purpose, and vision for your life.Receiving the recognition, promotion, and pay you deserve with grace and ease, instead of struggle.Discover your inner DIVA and take control of your career todayFrom the creator of the DIVA Method(R), Kisha Wynter, comes a transformative guide for women navigating the corporate world. Your Power Unleashed: How Savvy Women Use Courage to Get Promoted, Get Paid, and Find Fulfillment is for astute businesswomen ready to unlock their full potential and achieve unparalleled success.Drawing on the insights and lessons developed in Kisha's coaching programs, Your Power Unleashed(R) lays out practical strategies for corporate women looking to succeed in their careers, with a special emphasis on the nuanced needs of women from diverse backgrounds.Break free from self-doubt and imposter syndrome as you embrace newfound confidence and resilience.Navigate organizational politics strategically with practical tools to increase your visibility and gain influential allies.Cultivate a robust network of advocates, mentors and sponsors to propel your career.Step confidently into the winner's circle at work, fortifies with savvy strategies to shield yourself from professional landmines.Discover the transformative DIVA methodology that has already impacted thousands of women globally-now accessible to anyone ready to own their greatness. Become your own advocate and thrive professionally with this roadmap to fulfillment and authenticity. Your quest to actualizing your highest self begins here.
Graph Learning and Network Science for Natural Language Processing
Advances in graph-based natural language processing (NLP) and information retrieval tasks have shown the importance of processing using the Graph of Words method. This book covers recent concrete information, from the basics to advanced level, about graph-based learning, such as neural network-based approaches, computational intelligence for learning parameters and feature reduction, and network science for graph-based NPL. It also contains information about language generation based on graphical theories and language models.Features: Presents a comprehensive study of the interdisciplinary graphical approach to NLP Covers recent computational intelligence techniques for graph-based neural network models Discusses advances in random walk-based techniques, semantic webs, and lexical networks Explores recent research into NLP for graph-based streaming data Reviews advances in knowledge graph embedding and ontologies for NLP approaches This book is aimed at researchers and graduate students in computer science, natural language processing, and deep and machine learning.
Qualitative Management Research in Context
This concise book uses narrative fiction to address how researchers can conduct qualitative research using both online and first-hand data and digital and face-to-face methods. The book is structured around four phases of the research process.
Working Through Conflict
Encompassing theory, research, and practice, this tenth edition provides an introduction to conflict communication and conflict management. This text features real-life case studies across a range of theoretical perspectives and conflict settings, including interpersonal, group, and organizational. Approachably written for students and with an eye to application, the book teaches conflict theory in the context of practical skills. This edition features new sections and references on recognizing intractable conflict and managing online conflict, a new exhibit on conflict escalation, and a new section on interpersonal goals, as well as an updated list of powerful ways to resolve and manage conflict.This textbook is ideally suited to undergraduate or graduate courses on conflict communication within communication studies, business and management, political science, and counseling programs. An Instructor's Manual, including a sample syllabus, written and oral assignments, cases, exercises, video and online resources, sections from previous editions, and test questions is available at www.routledge.com/9781032489186.
Online Learning Systems
This book discusses the newest approach to online learning systems in higher education. As e-Learning platforms change their mechanisms for data processing and storage, there is a need to move these systems toward being more efficient and smarter. This book covers online learning systems and their application to large-scale data along with the technological aspects of these processes and problem-solving methods.Online Learning Systems: Methods and Applications with Large-Scale Data discusses the efficiency measurement and environmental impact of online education. The book offers a parametric evaluation and categorization of online learning systems and provides an exploration of big data ecosystems in cloud computing. Descriptive analytical methods that assist in finding solutions for big data challenges are also covered within the book.The book is written for academicians, which includes teachers, students, and higher education policymakers who believe in transforming the education industry, as well as research scholars and those working in education technology and artificial intelligence. Industry professionals involved in education management and those working in e-Learning companies will also find this book useful.
Money Laundering Blacklists
This book is an unprecedented study on the countries at highest risk of attracting money laundering and organised crime proceeds. It aims to satisfy both scholars and students in particular from criminology, economics and international relations, and practitioners from banks, professional firms, AML authorities.
Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill
"Think and Grow Rich" is a seminal self-help book written by Napoleon Hill, first published in 1937. Drawing on Hill's interviews with successful individuals like Andrew Carnegie, Thomas Edison, and Henry Ford, the book explores the principles of personal achievement and financial success.Hill outlines a philosophy of success based on the power of thought and the importance of setting clear goals. He emphasizes the role of desire, faith, and persistence in overcoming obstacles and realizing one's dreams. The book delves into the concept of the "mastermind," highlighting the value of surrounding oneself with like-minded individuals who can offer support and guidance.Through practical advice, inspirational anecdotes, and actionable strategies, "Think and Grow Rich" has empowered countless readers to unlock their full potential and achieve their aspirations. It remains a timeless classic in the field of personal development, offering valuable insights into the mindset and habits of successful individuals.
A Return to Radiance
Even those who love their jobs, enjoy parenting, and have good relationships also feel overwhelmed, burned-out, and pulled in many directions, as though the light of their dreams has dimmed. Becca Powers knows this acutely -- and she wrote this book to help others find their way, as she did. She combines science, psychology, and metaphysics to offer a proven path toward joy and fulfillment, perfected through her lived experience and interactive training with corporate clients. Packed with real-world lessons, practical tools, inspiring true stories, and innovative action steps, A Return to Radiance will help you reconnect with your deepest desires and transform from the inside out to express your vibrant, unique self.
The Mac & Cheese Millionaire
Porchlight Business Book Award nominee, Leadership & Strategy A captivating tale about what it takes as a small business owner to build a meaningful company from the ground up, falling in love with your work along the way In The Mac & Cheese Millionaire: Building a Better Business by Thinking Outside the Box, best-selling author, entrepreneur, and culinary innovator Erin Wade shares her inspiring and often hilarious journey of leaving her corporate lawyer job to open a hit mac and cheese restaurant, taking you through the challenges and victories that paved her path to success. By sharing the lessons that helped her sell millions of dollars in cheesy carbs, she delivers the tools you need to create change and surpass all your expectations. This book isn't just a personal narrative; it's a masterclass in redefining what it means to love your work. Because while her journey started out of a love of mac and cheese, Wade found that what she ultimately fell in love with--was business. What follows is the story of starting a small business, all of the ensuing trials and tribulations, and ultimately building a unique, feminist work culture that helped transform the restaurant industry. You'll also find: Funny and inspiring personal anecdotes that illustrate the power of tapping into your own singular brand of leadership Strategies for creating a one-of-a-kind work culture based on greater meaning, purpose, and connection Tools to embrace a feminine leadership style that offer an enduring competitive advantage to entrepreneurs With leadership takeaways for businesses of all sizes, The Mac & Cheese Millionaire is an essential read for small business owners, professional women, aspiring entrepreneurs, and, of course, comfort food-lovers. Wade's story demonstrates how blending passion, innovation, and a bit of culinary magic can lead to unparalleled success. Whether you're dreaming of launching your own venture or seeking to infuse your current role with more meaning and joy, let this book be your guide to transforming your professional life.
Jump In
Invest in the change you want to see in the world.Why did a band of women in a small corner of Southeast Tennessee take huge risks in their careers and jump into the uncharted territory of the startup world? What did they do to convince other women in their community to join their quest to address the gap table for female founders? And how did Chattanooga become a leader in the rising tide of women growing their impact in startup ecosystems across the U.S. and beyond? Jump In charts the story of the JumpFund, a women-led angel fund investing through a gender lens, based in Chattanooga, TN, and its powerful network of women investing in women. A groundswell of women are discovering the power and purpose of angel investing. Women are reshaping the conversation in startup investing not only to open doors for other women and more diverse founders but also to consider a wider lens of companies solving problems that matter to women. Learn from women who have put their resources to work to increase access to capital for other women. Gain a better understanding of Gender Lens Investing and the women behind this important movement. Discover the basics of how to get started as an angel investor, and how to seed your own group of women investing in women. Join the new wave of women investing in the change they want to see in the world. Jump in!
The Global Financial Crisis and the Islamic Finance
While some have proposed that the Islamic finance serves as a vehicle for recovering from the international financial crisis and The Islamic banking industry may be able to strengthen its position in the international market as investors and companies seek alternate sources of financing. Other economists have argued that Islamic finance, is a different way of structuring financial dealings; but, it is not a totally different financial system. This book tries to note the main causes and the impacts of the financial and economic crisis. In addition to discuss the belief that the Islamic finance and its prospective is a viable alternative to the ailing global financial system.
Business Ethics through Movies
The second edition of Business Ethics through Movies: A Case Study Approach examines a wide range of ethical dilemmas, principles, and moral reasoning through a series of popular films, real-world case studies, and corporate ethics codes. This includesEight new films (The Armstrong Lie, Athlete A, The Biggest Little Farm, Control Room, The Corporation, Outsourced, The Social Dilemma, and Spotlight)Eight new cases (flash mob thefts, Deepwater Horizon, Maui fires of 2023, United Auto Workers strike of 2023, listeria in milkshakes, lead in children's apple sauce, and news media election lies)A new chapter on journalistic ethicsOnline chapter quizzes to reinforce ethical theory and moral reasoning (accessible at https: //rowman.com/ISBN/9781538194447)Movies provide an excellent platform for developing techniques of analysis and sharpening our critical thinking skills. They bring ethics to life and draw us in, so we identify with the characters as they confront issues, make decisions, and face consequences. Thanks to the engaging ways ethical dilemmas are presented, movies and case studies are perfect vehicles for studying and doing business ethics.
Ethics, CSR and Sustainability (ECSRS) Education in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) Region
This book presents a fresh perspective into the nuances of ECSRS education especially with reference to the Giving Voice to Values (GVV) pedagogy and framework in a novel context; the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region.
Confidence Unleashed
Become the leader you were born to be. Confidence Unleashed: 10 Kick-Ass Strategies To Grow As A Leader (Without Changing Who You Are). This full-color guided workbook-inspired by a decade of mentoring young women-is the ultimate roadmap to unleashing your leadership potential and building an authentic, fulfilling career. Did you know that 75% of female executives face imposter syndrome? Or that the most important leadership quality isn't strength, it's adaptability? In the early stages of your career, navigating the modern workplace's unwritten rules can feel impossible. But there are more opportunities than ever-if only you know where to look. Enter Sheri West, former Fortune 500 management executive turned social entrepreneur and founder of women's leadership organization LiveGirl. West leverages her 25 years of corporate and leadership development experience to identify ten key areas of career growth necessary for women to thrive-and then shows you exactly how to achieve it. Through a series of evidence-based strategies, you will learn how to shift your mindset, build your skills, and become the leader you were meant to be. This workbook covers how to: Own Your CareerFail ForwardEmbrace ImperfectionFind Your VoiceInvest in Relationship CurrencyBe an Inclusive Leader-and much more! In her trademark engaging voice, West draws on her significant mentoring experience to support you every step of the way; sharing hard-won advice, while opening your eyes to theopportunities all around. Confidence Unleashed is more than a guided workbook; it's a manifesto. And its message is clear: The key to a compelling, authentic career is YOU.
Innovation Research in Technology and Engineering Management
Philosophy may not seem to be an obvious source to discover methods for successful product innovation management. However, this book shows that systematic reflection on the nature of product innovation management, supported by insights from the philosophy of technology, can illuminate the innovation process in technology and engineering.Presenting methodological guidelines and philosophical reflections, this book guides readers through each phase of product innovation. At each step, ideas from the philosophy of technology are translated into practical guidelines for managing these processes. The book works through the philosophical perspectives on innovation, methods in innovation design and research, and the value and ethical implications of innovation.Bridging the gap between philosophical context and practical methodologies, this book will be highly valuable for postgraduate students and academics researching and teaching innovation and philosophy of technology.
Business Techniques
Discover the transformative techniques revolutionizing the world of business and economics. With in-depth exploration of disruptive technologies, innovative business strategies, sustainable practices, financial strategies, globalization, marketing, and future trends, this book is a comprehensive guide to navigating the ever-evolving landscape of the business world.
She-Wolves
First came the secretaries from Brooklyn and Queens--the "smart cookies" who saw that making money, lots of it, might be within their grasp. Then came the first female Harvard Business School graduates, who were in for a rude awakening because an equal degree did not mean equal opportunity. But by the 1980s, as the market went into turbodrive, women were being plucked from elite campuses to feed the belly of a rapidly expanding beast, playing for high stakes in Wall Street's bad-boy culture by day and clubbing by night.In She-Wolves, award-winning historian Paulina Bren tells the story of how women infiltrated Wall Street from the swinging sixties to 9/11--starting at a time when "No Ladies" signs hung across the doors of its luncheon clubs and (more discretely) inside its brokerage houses and investment banks. If the wolves of Wall Street made a show of their ferocity, the she-wolves did so with subtlety and finesse. Research analysts signed their reports with genderless initials. Muriel "Mickie" Siebert, the first woman to buy a seat on the NYSE, threatened she'd have port-a-potties delivered if the exchange didn't finally install a ladies' room near the dining room. The infamous 1996 Boom-Boom Room class action lawsuit, filed by women at Smith Barney, pulled back the curtain on a bawdy subculture where unapologetic sexism and racism were the norm.As engaging as it is enraging, She-Wolves is an illuminating deep dive into the collision of women, finance, and New York.
Higher Education and Employment
Originally published in 1987, this book focusses on the relationship between higher education and employment and is based on case studies from Bangladesh, Benin, Botswana, Egypt, Germany, Malaysia, Pakistan, Yemen, Philippines, Poland, Sri Lanka, Sudan, Tanzania, the USSR, Zambia, West Bengal (India), Mali, Nepal, France, Indonesia and Peru.
Supply Chain Management and Logistics in the Global Fashion Sector
This book covers responsible business practices and sustainability in the fashion textile supply chain, from the raw fibre stage, through production, to the point of customer consumption.
Industry 4.0 Interoperability, Analytics, Security, and Case Studies
All over the world, vast research is in progress on the domain of Industry 4.0 and related techniques. Industry 4.0 is expected to have a very high impact on labor markets, global value chains, education, health, environment, and many social economic aspects.Industry 4.0 Interoperability, Analytics, Security, and Case Studies provides a deeper understanding of the drivers and enablers of Industry 4.0. It includes real case studies of various applications related to different fields, such as cyber physical systems (CPS), Internet of Things (IoT), cloud computing, machine learning, virtualization, decentralization, blockchain, fog computing, and many other related areas. Also discussed are interoperability, design, and implementation challenges.Researchers, academicians, and those working in industry around the globe will find this book of interest.FEATURES Provides an understanding of the drivers and enablers of Industry 4.0 Includes real case studies of various applications for different fields Discusses technologies such as cyber physical systems (CPS), Internet of Things (IoT), cloud computing, machine learning, virtualization, decentralization, blockchain, fog computing, and many other related areas Covers design, implementation challenges, and interoperability Offers detailed knowledge on Industry 4.0 and its underlying technologies, research challenges, solutions, and case studies
Your True Power
Do you want to live your most exceptional life? This is for you.14 ordinary but remarkable women come together to share their stories - 100% raw and authentic - of how they overcame their biggest and darkest challenges by embracing their true power.In Your True Power, join one strong group of magnificent women as they share their first-hand experiences to help you understand what true power is. With richly vibrant voices from many backgrounds illustrating one and the same message, you will be inspired to unlock your amazing life!Here's what you'll experience when you dive into these powerful stories: going from being an overwhelmed high achiever to moving into the state of flow;finding infinite possibilities after losing everything;going from treating your body as a burden to treating it as a guide;pivoting from seeking externally to looking within;going from "I'm not enough" to "I am the answer";finding freedom from codependency;going from "this is the end" to "the best is yet to come;"And much, much more!Grab your copy now to go from ordinary to extraordinary and start living the life you were always meant to have!Full contributor list: Suyen Angbetic Bailey, Leslie Sandra Black, Debbie Shuman Espinoza, Heather Ann Fink, Fiorella Garibaldi, Dawn Gomez, Sandra Ann Grant, Aurora Hood Hammond, Judith Krug, Barbara Harumi Otis, Silvia Rios, Dionnie Simone, Trissa Tismal-Capili, Gale Ziccarelli.
The Creative Way Forward
"Martin's well-researched and thoughtfully crafted book provides a road map for staying resilient, adaptable, and true to yourself in the face of life's challenges."-Daniel H. Pink, New York Times best-selling author of The Power of Regret and DriveLearn How to Creatively Adapt, Improvise Solutions, and Embrace ChangeChange is inevitable. If there's one thing we can plan on, it's that nothing will stay the same. Yet change can also be challenging, especially when it's unexpected. In times of disruption when we most need to be creative, we're often reactive. We hang on to what we know instead of being open to the vast possibilities of what's next. Professional coach and consultant Jen Martin shows us another way: how to build your creative capacity and ability to improvise forward, even during life's biggest twists and turns.For those navigating any type of change-whether at work or in life-Jen shares research-backed practices and tools to help you strengthen your agility and adaptability. In this book, you will learn: The four-part Change Curve for navigating transitionsHow to regulate your nervous system to be creative versus reactiveWhy knowing "what's core for you" is critical for being adaptiveThree powerful ways to reframe your perspectiveThe type of curiosity you'll need in order to embrace what's nextHow to creatively navigate detours and setbacks on the journeyThis book is a beautiful reminder that while the future is inherently uncertain, it's precisely when we don't have all the answers that we often come up with the most interesting ideas and discover the creative way forward.
Quick Confidence
A WALL STREET JOURNAL BESTSELLERA PUBLISHERS WEEKLY BESTSELLERHands-on, bite-sized strategies for improving your confidence In Quick Confidence: Be Authentic, Create Connections and Make Bold Bets On Yourself, best-selling author and renowned leadership speaker Selena Rezvani delivers an effective and eye-opening new approach to building confidence and presence for professionals. In the book, the author walks you through--and helps you leap over--the 9 most common obstacles that stand in the way of building authentic confidence. She offers digestible actions, behaviors, and exercises you can use to change the way you think and the way you present yourself to others. Relying on sound, scientifically validated data, the book helps you zero in on one actionable method at a time, from making a memorable entrance to stoking confidence in those around you. You'll also find: Mental, physical, and interpersonal routines that will lock in your new and confident persona for lasting change Techniques for using silence strategically and refusing to overexplain to enhance your credibility and presence Ways to overcome the intimidation factor that goes hand-in-hand with dealing with powerful people A hands-on playbook for professionals at all stages looking for effective confidence-building advice that goes beyond "fake it 'til you make it," Quick Confidence is a fun and rewarding journey to a renewed self-image and enhanced well-being.
Working Mothers Inspiring Others
Are you ever left wondering how other mums manage the delicate balance between work and motherhood? How do they handle the endless demands, the societal pressures to 'do it all, ' and the guilt of feeling stretched too thin? Here's the truth: You're not alone.Author Sarah Maconachie shares her own journey and the stories of 17 other remarkable women who've faced these exact challenges. If you've ever found yourself overwhelmed, wondering if it's possible to balance a career you love with the joy of motherhood, this book is your lifeline. Through the personal and powerful stories of career-driven mums-CEOs, lawyers, entrepreneurs, and more-you'll see just how possible it is to flourish in both your professional life and your role as a mother. Meet the inspiring women: Sarah Maconachie, Vicky Wren, Tracey Vermaak, Stacey Webb, Cheryl Edwardes, Tania Gomez, Sarah Coleman, Kerry McNamee, Carla Lombardo, Lisa Younger, Ashley McGrath, Nicola Veal, Leisa Van Geest, Fiona Yue, Kate O'Hara, Sandra Morell, Alicia White, and Michelle Travis. From navigating challenging childhoods and single parenthood to overcoming career transitions and realising that personal development can be the most essential aspect to success as a working mum - these women have each found ways to create balance. They have challenged societal norms and the status Quo, realising what they feel they 'should' do isn't always the right way for them, and they have created their version of balance that works to thrive in their careers without sacrificing their role as a mother. What you'll take away from Working Mothers Inspiring Others: Raw, Real Stories: This isn't your typical 'how-to' parenting book. It's filled with the honest truths of working mums who've been through the highs and lows, offering a look into what worked well, what didn't, and what they'd do differently.Relatability & Support: Finally, feel truly seen and heard. These stories reflect your own struggles and victories. You'll walk away feeling less alone, with a new sense of belonging to a community.Balance Strategies That Work: These mums have tried, tested, and honed approaches that have allowed them to thrive at work and at home. Each story is packed with tips and strategies you can try.Empowering Takeaways & Worksheets: You'll find actionable advice, hands-on worksheets, and steps you can use to make positive changes in both your work and home life.Inspiration to Embrace Both Roles: This isn't about just getting through the chaos-it's about flourishing. This book is for mums who want to feel empowered, balanced, and confident in their dual roles as dedicated mothers and driven professionals.Are you ready to feel seen, to gain new strategies for creating balance, and to be inspired to redefine what 'having it all' looks like for you? Plus! Check out the companion book, Working Dads and Balancing Acts, where 20 dads share their own real and honest journeys.
Key Indicators for Asia and the Pacific 2024
This publication provides updated statistics on a comprehensive set of economic, financial, social, and environmental measures as well as select indicators for the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).The report covers the 49 regional members of ADB. It discusses trends in development progress and the challenges to achieving inclusive and sustainable economic growth across Asia and the Pacific. This 55th edition explores the data necessary to guide climate-related policies. It assesses the availability and sufficiency of data on climate change drivers, impacts, vulnerabilities, and strategies for mitigation and adaptation, and emphasizes the need for more geographically granular data.
Education Versus Qualifications?
Originally published in 1984, this book investigates the validity of educational qualifications: how they are determined, what justifications exist for them and how they change. It examines the assumption linking education and productivity and explores the belief that the ways in which scholastic qualifications are acquired distort education. In the investigations, the labour market, the school and community are not treated as 'black boxes' with no questions asked of their contents. Each is opened and placed under the microscope. Human resource personnel are asked to explain qualifications and selection for jobs. Supervisors are asked to estimate the quality of their workers. Teachers are observed in classrooms. Parents are asked what they hope for when they send their children to school. Simultaneously, research from a wide range of countries and cultures is explored.
Youth, Unemployment and Training
Originally published in 1985, this book brings together diverse perspectives of global policy and experience concerning threatened or high levels of youth unemployment and the measures taken in the countries concerned. From the examples quoted it is obvious that there was little consensus concerning what one is led to believe life after school is about or what one would like life after school to be about, and how these expectations and aspirations may be accommodated.
The Life Coach’s Tool Kit, Vol. 3
The Life Coach's Tool Kit, Vol. 3 highlights strategies that will take your performance as a life coach to the next level.This book is an essential companion for any life coach. If you are new to life coaching, this book provides 27 chapters each filled with life coaching tips and strategies that you can implement immediately with your new coaching clients. If you are a seasoned life coach, this book will provide an array of perspectives around coaching that will add something unique to the coaching you are already doing with your long-time clients.Each chapter in The Life Coach's Tool Kit, Vol. 3 reveals a high-level coaching strategy or philosophy followed by a short activity or worksheet that coaches can use with their clients without a lot of preparation.The number one goal in The Life Coach's Tool Kit, Vol. 3 is to provide examples and strategies from elite coaches, mentors, psychologists, doctors, business owners, and lifestyle experts who all have something unique to say about life coaching. The idea is that this book will supplement the material you already know as a life coach. The goal is to help coaches help their clients in different coaching situations so both coaches and clients succeed in becoming the very best they can be.The experts authoring this book are from all over the USA, Canada, the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, Denmark, Switzerland, Romania, and South Africa. They are professionals who are leadership, emotional intelligence, communication, transformation, and self-actualization experts, senior business executives, hypnotists, podcast hosts, TEDx speakers, motivational keynote speakers, military veterans, medical doctors, psychotherapists, C-suite strategists, neuro-linguistic programming masters, retreat facilitators, consultants, neurologists, and more.The one thing the authors of this book have in common is that they all have an idea about life coaching, and these ideas can be applied to multiple life coaching situations.The co-authors of this book include Neil Bailey, Rachelle Buskas, Dana E. Crawford, Skye Deane, Lara Doherty, Eric Ekle, Jolie Engelbrecht, Adele Frost, Ada F羹rst, Alex Garner, Steve Hammond, June Hans, Chris Ho, Kristelle S. Kamini, Elena Kim, Ren矇 Kok, Irina Kuhlmann, Ashley Kuhnau, Mindy McKibbin, Tanya Newbould, Joyce de Nooijer, Jennifer Richardson, Nick C.I. Schaart, Mary Beth Schrudder, Alex Webb, Sabrina Vogler, Po Wu, MD.
Inspiring Integrity
Inspiring Integrity: How to Win with Compliance and Propel Performance by L. Stephan Vincze provides an essential leadership roadmap for transforming compliance from a tedious obligation into a strategic business advantage. Vincze, a seasoned attorney, Washington political veteran, and corporate compliance professional with over twenty-five years of experience, emphasizes the importance of ethical leadership and a strong corporate culture in achieving compliance excellence. The book introduces a practical, five-step framework to create and sustain effective compliance programs, from defining success and developing a shared strategy to executing plans collaboratively and measuring results.Through compelling real-life anecdotes and case studies, Vincze demonstrates how compliance, when done right, can propel performance and inspire a culture of integrity. For instance, he shares the inspiring story of a biotech CEO motivated by his son's illness to push the boundaries of innovation, resulting in groundbreaking treatments. He also recounts how a heartfelt plea from a mother of a sick child inspired a sales team to adhere to compliance regulations, showing the human impact of their work. Additionally, Vincze discusses the lessons learned from high-profile compliance failures, such as the Theranos scandal, underscoring the necessity of early ethical leadership and robust compliance programs.This book is a must-read for CEOs, senior executives, compliance officers, and legal counsels, as well as law and business students, investors, and board members. With its actionable insights and practical advice, Inspiring Integrity equips readers with the leadership knowledge and tools to embed ethics and integrity into their corporate DNA and achieve sustainable business success."When it comes to ensuring a healthy corporate culture-one that understands and respects the business value of compliance-Steve Vincze is the 'go-to' professional. Steve and I have worked together in multiple companies to develop and instill a culture that can win with compliance at the forefront. This book is an essential read for those who want to do the right things in the right way. Winning with compliance is the only way to run your business." - Rich Daly, President and CEO, Catalyst Pharmaceuticals, Inc."Wow. This is an important book. Inspiring Integrity is not just about compliance; it's about how to develop a culture based on ethics and integrity, which every organization needs. Every CEO and director should read and draw inspiration from it." - Dr. Michael Gibbs, Ph.D., Clinical Professor of Economics, University of Chicago Booth School of Business
Business English Study - Intermediate 4 - The Maritime Industry
Business English Study - Intermediate 4 - looks at The Maritime Industry: Maersk, The Port of Shanghai, The International Maritime Organisation, Carnival Cruise Line, and Sea Machines Robotics. Each module contains: Business Skills, Grammar point, Listening practice, Reading exercise, Vocabulary building, Pronunciation, and Role-plays. Business English Study produces a variety of books that are an excellent resource for Business English Tutors who want to inspire their students, and offer career opportunities.
Breaking Boxes
What Boxes Define You?"I thought I'd figured out boxes early in life. From the anticipation of the puppet leaping out of my wind-up jack in the box to constructing castles from oversized cardboard containers, I thought I understood their boundaries. Yet, as life unfolded, I realized boxes aren't always square, and some are cleverly designed to keep us confined."Boxes are a part of our lives, following us wherever we venture, whether we acknowledge them or not. They provide structure, safety, and security and often help identify similarities between us. We live in boxes (houses), receive boxed gifts, and pack our belongings into boxes to move into a new "box." We use boxes to express things: "Think outside the box," "She's boxed into a corner," or "Be sure to check all the boxes." Some people base their identity on the box they put themselves in.Boxes can also be scary. By nature, they divide and separate. Unseen, metaphorical boxes of expectations of our families, religions, communities, employers, and others can evoke intense emotions and trap us.Serial real estate entrepreneur Betsy Pepine has lived in her share of boxes. From growing up with the expectation of becoming a doctor through creating a successful real estate business-one of Inc.'s 5000 Fastest Growing Private Companies in the USA multiple times-her compelling stories shared in Breaking Boxes will help you: Understand the labels and stereotypes associated with boxes, so you can step outside societal expectationsRecognize the boxes that contain you, so you can unpack what's keeping you stuckDiscover your true identity, so you can live free of the expectations of othersWhatever box you are in, it's time to unpack and step into your authentic self today!
Breaking Boxes
What Boxes Define You?"I thought I'd figured out boxes early in life. From the anticipation of the puppet leaping out of my wind-up jack in the box to constructing castles from oversized cardboard containers, I thought I understood their boundaries. Yet, as life unfolded, I realized boxes aren't always square, and some are cleverly designed to keep us confined."Boxes are a part of our lives, following us wherever we venture, whether we acknowledge them or not. They provide structure, safety, and security and often help identify similarities between us. We live in boxes (houses), receive boxed gifts, and pack our belongings into boxes to move into a new "box." We use boxes to express things: "Think outside the box," "She's boxed into a corner," or "Be sure to check all the boxes." Some people base their identity on the box they put themselves in.Boxes can also be scary. By nature, they divide and separate. Unseen, metaphorical boxes of expectations of our families, religions, communities, employers, and others can evoke intense emotions and trap us.Serial real estate entrepreneur Betsy Pepine has lived in her share of boxes. From growing up with the expectation of becoming a doctor through creating a successful real estate business-one of Inc.'s 5000 Fastest Growing Private Companies in the USA multiple times-her compelling stories shared in Breaking Boxes will help you: Understand the labels and stereotypes associated with boxes, so you can step outside societal expectationsRecognize the boxes that contain you, so you can unpack what's keeping you stuckDiscover your true identity, so you can live free of the expectations of othersWhatever box you are in, it's time to unpack and step into your authentic self today!
Flow
Flow: Unlock Your Genius, Love What You Do weaves scientific principles, stories, positive psychology, inspiration, and actionable steps to go beyond what you ever thought possible.You'll learn...What the flow state is.How flow enables you to go beyond success.You'll discover...What makes you tick.How to get into flow, on demand.So you can...Always be in your genius. Love what you do.Are you ready to live in your greatness? Buy your copy today and experience the incredible benefits of flow.
Patterns of Inclusion
It is widely presumed that digitalisation, automation and artificial intelligence (AI) shape the future of work; yet, gender is rarely considered in those debates. This ground-breaking book, written by a leading thinker on gender, inclusion and organisations, is based on in-depth research to show which patterns of gender and digitalisation emerge. By weaving these different patterns together, is it possible to understand the dynamic and complex ways gender and digitalisation intertwine in the work context?The book highlights how futures of work are imagined between automation and augmentation: it shows which tasks are expected to be done by machines, and where humans are expected to have a competitive advantage. The book showcases how algorithmic bias is constructed as ultimately fixable, and analyses in/visibilities in AI production processes. Above all, the book shows how patterns relating to gender and inclusion are shaped and could be re-shaped.This innovative book provides a stimulating and provocative read for those who are interested in how automation and AI shape the future of work in regard to gender and what this means for inclusion.
The Concept of e-Commerce
The importance of E-Commerce is increasing day by day. Variety of products can be shopped online with the help of the internet. The present customers' are well versed to the process of online shopping. Online shopping has become more popular among customers' as compared to traditional brick-and-mortar stores. As a result of technological advancements, the online buying behavior of the customers' has also undergone a drastic change.
The Principles of Debbie & Goliath - Habits of Success
The Principles of Debbie & Goliath: Habits of SuccessIn the heart of every woman lies a story of resilience, a tale of overcoming, and a triumph of success... much like the story of David and Goliath. Yet, in our modern world, the challenges faced are often more nuanced, complex, and deeply intertwined with the fabric of societal expectations and personal struggles. The Principles of Debbie and Goliath book series is a beacon of hope and female empowerment, designed to guide and inspire women of all ages.This series is a unique compilation of wisdom, experiences, and strategies from various women, including celebrities and thought leaders, each sharing their insights to uplift and empower. Each volume in this series is dedicated to a specific theme, resonating with the different stages of a woman's journey towards self-awareness and empowerment.This series is unique in that it is 100% female empowered and co-authored. Each of the three books in the series will include 33 female Co-Authors and one female Celebrity Author. Each author teaches principles on how to conquer obstacles in life and how to handle them for ultimate success to become a truly global empowered female. Each Co-Author's chapter focuses on the perspective of giving their younger female 13-year-old self advice, suggestions, and counsel to become an empowered female leader in life, and is sure to become a blueprint for the female teenager's success journey around the globe! Our goal is to empower females and empower our world in beautiful harmony.Volume 1: Habits of SuccessIn our first volume, we delve into the 'Habits of Success.' This book is a treasure trove of practical advice and motivational stories, focusing on developing a strong sense of self, cultivating resilience, and fostering a mindset geared towards success. From navigating self-confidence issues to mastering financial literacy, this volume is designed to equip female readers with the habits and tools necessary to create a foundation of personal female empowerment.The Principles of Debbie and Goliath is more than a book series; it's a female movement! It's a conversation between generations-from the Co-Authors to their 13-year-old selves. Each story in the series shares principles toward understanding and overcoming the unique challenges that women face in today's society. Join us on this empowering journey, and discover how to turn your challenges into stepping stones for success.Authors Include: Shaune Arnold, Alicia Couri, Amy Keiderling, Azadeh Bennett, Dr. Betty Speaks, Charlotte DeLon, Cynthia Gallardo, Dr. Deborah Anderson, Eileen E. Galbraith, Elizabeth Anne Walker, Fatima Hurd, Joanna James, Katherine Vargas, Katie Mares, Lauren Cobb, Liz Sears, Lorna Sherland, Maris Segal, M.A. Fults, Mel Mason, Dr. Onika Shirley, Rachel Corpus, Sally Wurr, Sarah Lee, Steph Shinabery, Tammy Thacker, Tasha Smith, Taylor L. Cole, Vikki Rood.
Fairy Tales and Fables for Managers
The world of work can be a fulfilling journey or a stressful ordeal. While work practices and requirements evolve over time, the pressures of managing workplace relationships remain constant. In our age of instant access, senior leaders need the reassurance of sound management practices more than ever. Timeless principles of relationship management, honed over millennia, remain crucial today and should not be overlooked. The stories in Fairy Tales and Fables were originally crafted to guide promising young employees as they embarked on their professional journeys. Now presented as a complete collection, these tales aim to help managers navigate the complexities of workplace relationships, transforming potential nightmares into rewarding experiences. The author hopes readers will find both entertainment and valuable advice within these pages.
Ethical Clusterfuck in Business & Economics
Discover the importance of ethical behavior in business decision making, and explore. practices on. and society. Analyzing topics such as corporate governance, financial markets, marketing, and global business ethics, this comprehensive guide provides strategies for. corporate social responsibility, and the role of business in society, this book offers valuable perspectives for business leaders, educators, and policymakers striving to navigate the complex ethical challenges of todays business world.promoting ethical behavior and creating a more responsible business environment. With insights into ethical leadership, businesses, the economy, the impacts of unethical
Enhancing Data Management Through the Statistical Data and Metadata eXchange Standard
This publication explains how developing economies that adopt the Statistical Data and Metadata eXchange (SDMX) standard will benefit from enhanced efficiency in data collection, production, and exchange. In today's data-driven world, the efficient exchange, analysis, and dissemination of statistical data is vital for informed decision-making and policy formulation across both government and the private sector. However, the entry of new data producers and a surge in available data poses challenges for traditional statistical entities, compelling them to innovate while maintaining data quality. In response, the SDMX standard has emerged as a solution, offering a comprehensive framework to streamline data activities and promote interoperability.
The Meaning and Purpose of Work
Two crises of the 21st C, the 9/11 attacks and COVID-19 pandemic, led generations to prioritize the meaning and purpose of work. Simultaneously, social and environmental crises are threatening and technology is advancing. This book considers what these forces mean for whether work might give meaning and purpose to our lives or take it away.
Likeable Badass
NATIONAL BESTSELLER - Behavioral scientist Alison Fragale offers powerful new insights and a practical playbook for women to advance in any workplace, full of tips, tricks, and strategies to help secure that elusive corner office. Over decades of research, speaking engagements, and mentorship, psychologist and professor Alison Fragale encountered recurring questions from high powered and early career women alike: How do women thread the needle of kindness and competence in the workplace? How can women earn credit for their accomplishments, negotiate better, and navigate complex office politics without losing the goodwill of their peers? Fragale investigated and determined that many women's workplace issues boil down to what psychologists call status: the perception of them by others. No amount of power-- no degree, title, or paycheck-- will raise a woman's workplace stature unless it also affects how others see her. Acknowledging this roadblock, Fragale pulls back the curtain on how we can change how others see us by developing our standing as a "likeable badass." By cultivating perceptions of warmth and assertiveness, women can achieve the kind of reputation that leads to a seat at the table and a fulfilling career path. Likeable Badass is equal parts behavioral science and life hacks, weaving together rigorous research with actionable advice and impactful stories from a diverse array of women. This is a warm, heartening book written for women, their allies, and anyone who struggles to rise, and wants evidence-based, practical strategies for success, served with a side of inspiration and humor.
Inquiry into the Nature of Women’s Exploitation
Inquiry into the Nature of Women's Exploitation was written in order to assemble ideas about the psychological, historical and contemporary reasons for the gross differences in life opportunities and experiences of men and women in rural West Bengal and beyond. As a result of her inquiry, the author came to a couple of conclusions concerning time management in the home and men and women's differing reproductive consciousness; an awareness that is essential for us all to create a fair and peaceful society wherever we live. And - to curtail unjustly won male privilege, men's assumptions of entitlement, misogyny, rape and war-mongering - psychological perspectives must change in order to promote and reward men's bravery, innate protectiveness, artistic genius and strength. This change will only happen when the essential labour needed inside and outside the home to maintain and reproduce life is shared, appreciated and valued properly.The emotional and physical lives of the girls and women were inquired into and many answers revealed by observation as well as questions relating to what happened before and after marriage, during pregnancy and after the birth of children. Significant social, cultural and biological aspects have been interrogated in order to challenge norms and stimulate changes in perspectives for the better.
The Ploughman and the Astronaut
The Ploughman and the Astronaut is not your average financial planning book. This is a finance self-help book for the intellectually curious. It is for people who not only want to learn what to do with their money, but who also want to understand what money means to them, their children, and their community. In exploring this, author Don Nilson takes his readers on a journey to improve their and their family's lives financially, emotionally, spiritually, and even physically, as the stress of out-of control personal finances becomes a thing of the past. The Ploughman and the Astronaut is a surprising yet successful mix of self-help, philosophy, story-telling, and information on how to manage personal finances. The author has created a unique approach by assimilating concepts from other fields of thought (including genomics, psychology, ecology, and thermodynamics) to the world of personal finance, and by targeting topics to your level of interest and expertise. No matter what your current level of knowledge and experience is with personal finance, reading this book will help you evaluate and reshape how you view, use, and invest money. Most importantly, it will set you and your future generations on the path to WealthNess: A state of abundance of health and material possessions to achieve a life well lived.
