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From contributors to TheConversation.com, illuminating essays on how and why working in the twenty-first century is rapidly changing.Work has evolved tremendously over the last 50 years and even more so since the COVID-19 pandemic. In The Conversation on...

We are delighted to present this compilation of insightful contributions from the Global Conference on Entrepreneurship and Economy in an Era of Uncertainty (EEEU23) hosted by the International Research Center for Higher Education and Business...

The Tourism Area Life Cycle (TALC) model is one of the most cited articles in the tourism literature, and since its publication has continued to be frequently quoted and utilised by academics and those in the tourism industry. Over the past 40 years it...

Business as usual is not an option anymore. We need a new way of doing things and brands can no longer afford to stay silent on important social and environmental issues. With more consumer and legal scrutiny than ever before, brands need to work hard to...

This book introduces a 'triple-bottom-line' approach to the concept and practice of family business sustainability. It is geared towards a broad audience covering social, economic, and environmental issues, to focus on implementation of sustainable...

In Global Capitalism (originally published in 1991), Richard Peet surveys the various approaches made by social theory towards seeing history in terms of its regional dynamics. He reviews environmental determinism, modernization, dependency, and world...

Confidently Chill is a groundbreaking two-book set comprising an evidence-based medical workbook and a captivating graphic novel.Delving into anxiety's societal, familial, and individual dimensions, this unique resource offers practical strategies rooted...

In a world where consumers expect more—instantly, seamlessly, and the way they want it—personalization is a strategic imperative.Research shows that the vast majority of consumers want personalized experiences, and a select few companies are rising to...

This timely and topical book presents a unique critical exploration of the sociology of single travel and theory of consumption in relation to loneliness and tourism.Logically structured and interdisciplinary in scope, this book introduces disrupting...

This essential guide shows aspiring entrepreneurs how to bring a fashion business idea to life from forming a legal entity and writing a business plan, to organizing a structure, scaling a business and strategizing for growth. Readers will develop...

This insightful, timely and multi-faceted book offers significant insight into the role and complex dynamics of agritourism in Africa.Logically structured, data-led and richly illustrated throughout, chapters provide theoretical, policy and practical...

The UN’s Net Zero goal is to limit the rise in mean global temperatures to 1.5°C by 2050. They suggested that it could be achieved by reducing global emissions by 45 percent by 2030 and then to zero by 2050. This book is a new stress test in applied...

Crowdsourcing in Management Research explores the evolving landscape of academic research in the context of contemporary legal, social, cultural, and technological shifts. The book delves into the intricate processes and challenges associated with...

Our planet has never been smaller. Technological advancements have compressed time and space, making the world more immediate and interconnected. This Little World clearly sets out how social innovation practices can enable organizations and communities...

The Economics of Russia’s War in Ukraine provides a thorough analysis of the Russo-Ukrainian war, tracing its historical roots and exploring its multifaceted dimensions. This book emphasizes economic, geopolitical, and humanitarian impacts, highlighting...

Our planet has never been smaller. Technological advancements have compressed time and space, making the world more immediate and interconnected. This Little World clearly sets out how social innovation practices can enable organizations and communities...

While new directors learn how to manage and lead museums as part of their professional training and career development, the skills and knowledge required to work with boards---which are instrumental to a museum director’s work---must somehow be acquired...

The culmination of 30 years of management consulting and leadership coaching, this collection of tried-and-true tips will make you a better leader when you work to make them yours.Unlike other leadership coaching books, this is not a guide to help...

This book focuses on different aspects of cooperatives in Switzerland and its neighboring countries, and their contribution to meeting overarching societal challenges. It seeks to identify how cooperatives can tackle grand societal challenges and extends...

What is Human Resource Strategy? How are human resource strategies formulated and how can we explain the variance between what is espoused and what is actually implemented? What impact - if any - does human resource strategy have on the organization's...

The rural tourism sector has become a key driver for social and economic growth and a major source of income for developing and low-income countries in many parts of Asia. Rural tourism is progressively viewed as a solution, increasing the economic...

It may seem surprising that the economic choices we make in society are often determined by ideas rather than scientific evidence or financial resources. The consequences of such choices are often stark – such as the austerity policies which eroded our...

The book provides an analytical exposition of the law concerning directors’ liability for the losses sustained by their companies’ creditors, when the directors’ companies are in financial distress or become insolvent. It is a detailed one-stop resource...

"Service" in this book refers to the behaviors and actions of serving customers. "Selling" in this book refers to the behaviors and actions of selling products to customers. Hence, this book is completely different from other books on these subjects --...

Build to Rent (BTR) is a form of residential tenure which first emerged in the United States, where it is known as Multifamily Housing. While it has been a mature asset in the United States for over a decade, it is relatively new to the UK and Ireland...

This book provides a comprehensive analysis of the theoretical tools, real-world applications, policy implications and corner solutions of microeconomics.It offers a discussion of all significant topics including applications and extension of consumer...

Trust and Artificial Intelligence: Development and Application of AI Technology explores the crucial role of trust in the development and application of artificial intelligence (AI) technology. The book discusses the challenges and opportunities...

Well-being and Wellness: Psychosocial Risk Management is a companion to Health and Safety: Risk Management that describes the techniques and background knowledge for preventing injury and ill health in the workplace. The new book instead describes the...

Transnational labour governance is in urgent need of a new paradigm of democratic participation, with those who are most affected - typically workers - placed at the centre. To achieve this, principles of industrial democracy and transnational governance...

This book presents cutting-edge findings that draw on the use of AI, the Industrial Internet of Things, Blockchain, and Co-Analytics for the development of Circular Economy (CE) models to make organizational activities more sustainable. A further goal is...

Practical and authentic, this essential career handbook provides every young person with inspiration and practical pathways to overcome socio-economic adversity and achieve their career ambitions. Written by an impressive group of senior professionals...

In today's rapidly evolving accounting landscape, success hinges on embracing cutting-edge technologies. Data analytics and blockchain technology have become indispensable tools for accountants as businesses increasingly digitize their operations. To...

Managing in Organisations is a concise, accessible and practical approach to the difficult job of line management. It offers a kit of management tools and a range of worked examples that can be used to address the key tasks that managers face in the...

Managers and entrepreneurs know they have a great product or service—but they may not know how best to sell it.Useful for nearly any sector or industry, this book is a thoroughly practical guide on how to build an excellent sales organisation, brick by...

Recent work on rent and rentierism has offered a distinctive and fresh approach to understanding and explaining contemporary capitalism. Drawing on political economy, economics, geography and sociology, this research has brought together distinct...

Physical Security Assessment Handbook: An Insider’s Guide to Securing a Business, Second Edition has been fully updated to help you identify threats to your organization and be able to mitigate such threats. The techniques in this comprehensive book...

The third edition of the Construction Project Manager’s Pocket Book continues to guide and educate readers on the broad range of essential skills required to be a successful construction project manager. The book introduces the generic skills required by...

In the contemporary global market, this book underscores the significance of Islamic institutions and companies to employ effective business and management strategies for sustained success. It provides a thorough examination of diverse facets of Islamic...

This book responds to calls for a systematic approach in understanding the transformations in the social media marketing landscape. To narrow the focus, the book takes a developing economy perspective and presents a comprehensive understanding of social...

Drawing on work and positive psychology, this insightful book addresses contemporary workplace challenges and analyses evidence-based interventions in the employee wellbeing domain.Recent years have seen significant developments in the area of employee...