Management

For decades, we have looked to management theorists, organizational psychologists and economists to tell us how we can squeeze the most out of people at work. The result? People are uninspired, feel like cogs in a machine and prefer to leave traditional...

This revised and extended second edition evaluates the diverse approaches to organizational change that have defined the field. Explaining the assumptions and implications that accompany these diverse philosophies, this book demystifies the complexities...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780806621517Author Alan Loy McGinnisFormat PaperbackPage Count 192Imprint Augsburg FortressPublisher 1517 MediaWeight(grams) 318g

Beyond Great will give readers everywhere the strategies they need to navigate a daunting new era of technological, economic, and social change. Supported by years of research and hands-on consulting practice, it will present a comprehensive framework...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780812933048Author Adrian J. SlywotzkyFormat PaperbackPage Count 352Imprint Crown Publishing Group, Division of Random House IncPublisher Random House USA...

A fresh look at what it means to lead from two of the biggest names in leadership In these turbulent times, when the very foundations of organizations and societies are shaken, leaders need to move beyond pessimistic predictions, trendy fads, and...

For decades, the manufacturing industry has employed the Toyota Production System - the most powerful production method in the world - to reduce waste, improve quality, reduce defects and increase worker productivity. In 2001, Virginia Mason Medical...

Why are there so many gaps between what firms know they should do and what they actually do? Why do so many companies fail to implement the experience and insight they've worked so hard to acquire? The Knowing-Doing Gap is the first book to confront the...

We live in a world of continuous uncertainty and on the brink of a massive digital and AI-powered shift. What should leaders do? The answer is not to shy away from inevitable changes and more uncertainty, but to have the courage to face it. ...

The fourth edition of Organization Theory & Design provides students with an understanding of the different approaches to designing and managing an organization. Illustrated with many enlightening global examples drawn, this book combines classic ideas...

This new and extensively updated edition of Introducing Employment Relations draws on the most up-to-date research and contemporary examples to help students develop their knowledge, understanding and critical assessment of the main issues relating to...

Tushman and O'Reilly examine how leadership, culture, and organizational architectures can be both important facilitators of innovation and, not uncommonly, formidable obstacles. They demonstrate how to clarify today's critical managerial problems, use...

This book offers a holistic introduction to Organizational Change Management through a distinct and timely perspective of organizational change agency. It takes a highly practical and unique approach, with cutting-edge chapters on digital transformation,...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780593542385Author Joey ColemanFormat HardbackPage Count 336Imprint PortfolioPublisher Penguin Putnam Inc

The Balanced Scorecard translates a company's vision and strategy into a coherent set of performance measures. The four perspectives of the scorecard--financial measures, customer knowledge, internal business processes, and learning and growth--offer a...

This book is the most comprehensive review of health and safety in half a century. Most organisational approaches to health and safety are based on the methodology developed during the 1970s, and despite the workplace changing beyond recognition since...

A year's worth of management wisdom, all in one place.We've reviewed the ideas, insights, and best practices from the past year of Harvard Business Review to keep you up-to-date on the most cutting-edge, influential thinking driving business today. With...

The one primer you need to develop your managerial and leadership skills. Whether you're a new manager or looking to have more influence in your current management role, the challenges you face come in all shapes and sizes--a direct report's anxious...

From bestselling author Michael Fullan, wisdom for thriving in today's complex environment Successful organizations adjust quickly and intelligently to shifts in consumer tastes, political climate, and economic opportunity. How do they do it? The Six...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781838356316Author Kevan HallFormat PaperbackPage Count 252Imprint Global Integration LtdPublisher Global Integration Ltd

Build conscious leadership into your business.You subscribe to the basic idea that business can do more than make money, but you're not sure how to act on that conviction or how to share it with the rest of your organization. The Conscious Capitalism...

Discover how to banish stress and negativity, rediscover your best self and become an inspirational leader - starting now. Inspirational leaders: Target strengths, not weaknessesHave a dreamManage energy, not timePut happiness before success Based on...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781784521417Author Glenn G JonesFormat PaperbackPage Count 168Imprint Panoma PressPublisher Rethink PressWeight(grams) 206gDimensions(mm) 203mm * 127mm *...

You don't have to be a change manager to be managing change. Written for managers, HR and OD professionals, this practical guide tells you everything you need to know to support effective business transformation. Managing Change in Organizations...

Quantitative analysis of outcomes vs PMs at the individual level Leading Complex Projects takes a unique approach to post-mortem analysis to provide project managers with invaluable insight. For the first time, individual PM characteristics are...

Alan Sugar is a business legend. When it comes to business, Sugar is both feared and fearless. Shrewd businessman, inspirational figure and sweet-talking star of The Apprentice, this man knows how to strike a deal. The Unauthorized Guide to Doing...

"Highly readable. . .convincing. . .a must for academic collections and required reading for professionals seeking to maximize human performance and team productivity." --Choice Magazine, Feb. 2002What makes some teams achieve extraordinary outcomes,...

Our organizations are flooded with empty talk. We are constantly "going forward" to lands of "deliverables", stopping off on the "journey" to "drill down" into "best practice". Being an expert at using management speak has become more important in...

How do you create your own definition of success--and reach your unique potential? Building a fulfilling life and career can be a daunting challenge. It takes courage and hard work. Too often, we charge down a path leading to "success" as defined by...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781438494890Author Gian Paolo RomaFormat PaperbackPage Count 322Imprint State University of New York PressPublisher State University of New York...

Drive your food truck business to success While food trucks may not be the new kid on the block anymore, it's a segment that continues to swell-and there's still plenty of room for growth. If you have your sights set on taking your culinary prowess on...

We all know that the future is uncertain, but rather than make any attempt to actively manage our futures in a consistent way, we tend to make broadbrush assumptions based on common--sense and intuition alone. Successfully managing risk is a primary...

Brands growing rapidly have a clear sense of purpose and the value they bring to their customers and employees. On Purpose is a practical guide to executing business purpose successfully by delivering a branded customer experience people love. It...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781398487253Author Lorraine FlowerFormat PaperbackPage Count 192Imprint Austin Macauley PublishersPublisher Austin Macauley PublishersWeight(grams)...

The COVID-19 pandemic caused an awakening that shocked the world-a structural change in how and where people work and live. One thing we now know for certain: Nothing is going back to normal. How organizations adapt to this culture shock will...

In light of seismic global events including the Covid-19 pandemic; the Black Lives Matter movement; the war in Ukraine; and extreme weather incidents propelled by climate change, there has never been a more important time to learn about management in...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781250279668Author Russ LarawayFormat HardbackPage Count 304Imprint St Martin's PressPublisher St Martin's PressWeight(grams) 382gDimensions(mm) 218mm *...

Every successful organization needs high-performance teams to compete and succeed. Yet, technical people are often resistant to traditional "touchy-feely" teambuilding. To improve communication, performance, and morale among NASA's technical teams,...

Scale your single-person business to profitability. Increase your audience, create multiple products, and generate more profit. This book takes you through the entire process of building a scalable business from the seemingly impossible place of "being...

Uncover the extraordinary leader in you with straightforward exercises and advice from two of the world's foremost leadership experts From the bestselling authors of The Leadership Challenge and over a dozen award-winning leadership books comes a new...