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The sneakiest obstacle to meeting your goals is not laziness, but perfectionism. We're our own worst critics, and if it looks like we're not going to do something right, we prefer not to do it at all. That's why we're most likely to quit on day two, "the day after perfect"--when our results almost always underperform our aspirations. The strategies in this book are counterintuitive and might feel like cheating. But they're based on studies conducted...
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2022.
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English
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A well-crafted business plan generates enthusiasm for your idea and boosts your odds of success-whether you're proposing a new initiative within your organization or starting an entirely new company. Creating Business Plans quickly walks you through the basics. You'll learn to: - Present your idea clearly - Develop sound financial plans - Project risks-and rewards - Anticipate and address your audience's concerns Don't have much time? Get up to speed...
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Ten again mystery volume 1
Pub. Date
2019.
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English
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Welcome to Ten Again, a tabletop gaming store that attracts nerds of every kind and fosters a community Autumn's pretty proud of--a community that also keeps business afloat. And now that Autumn's in the running for a grant, Ten Again's future is looking bright. Autumn has everything she could possibly want: Loving friends, a successful business, and a gaggle of gamers in her store every day. That is, until one of Autumn's gamers is mysteriously murdered....
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2014.
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The definitive guide to change management in business. Change in business is constant. Manage it well and you'll grow your business, stay ahead of the curve and take full advantage of every new opportunity. The key to successful, well-managed change is in this book. Written by a specialist, its practical, visual, step-by-step approach will make sure you're always on the right track, that change in your business is smooth, stress free and well-structured,...
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[2015]
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English
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In Intelligence-Based Security in Private Industry, Thomas A. Trier identifies the inherent need and desire for intelligence-based security that exists throughout the private security industry. He provides a general overview of intelligence-based security and specific implementation guidelines to reduce private businesses' risk and vulnerability to criminal activities. This book is practical and informational, demonstrating real applications of the...
9) The book of real-world negotiations: successful strategies from business, government, and daily life
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[2020]
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English
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"This book will be the first of its kind to solely focus on real world negotiation examples and cases. Unlocking Yes will speak to the general public about what is possible through negotiation. The average person usually brings skepticism to the table and does not know how to negotiate effectively -- giving up prematurely or reaching deals that leave value on the table. After reading Unlocking Yes and the real-world examples within the lay person...
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2013
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English
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In 26 weekly steps, this unique and cleverly structured book will walk any budding entrepreneur through everything you need to know and do, in the exact order you need to do it, to get your new business up and running. Each step contains a to-do list, an explanation of what needs to be done, useful hints and shortcuts and the contact information you need. Written by an experienced entrepreneur and updated for a new global economy, this book contains...
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Organizations face problems today that are too messy and complicated for consultants to simply play doctor: run a few tests, offer a neat diagnosis of the 'problem,' and recommend a solution. With the pace of change accelerating and globalization and specialization adding new layers of complexity, there is no time for diagnoses. Canned answers from outsiders have become useless. Well-meaning consultants often end up working on the wrong problem, misunderstanding...
12) Chief sustainability officers at work: how CSO's build successful sustainability and ESG strategies
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[2022]
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Read over 20 exclusive, in-depth interviews with chief sustainability officers (CSOs) of Fortune 500 companies such as Amazon, Coca-Cola, and Procter & Gamble and globally recognized brands such as IKEA and Netflix. These CSOs reveal how they deliver positive environmental and social impact through their companies' core products and services and generate revenue growth while tackling unique leadership, change management, regulatory and stakeholder...
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©2008
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Use this set of Power Hour conversations to develop high-profile managers hungry for learning and management excellence, but seriously short on time. Using the increasingly popular informal training approach, Haneberg's Power Hour conversations motivates and focuses participants toward the pursuit of excellence. Replete with a facilitator's guide, handouts, and worksheets, this title is aimed at middle and senior level managers in all fields who seek...
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2018.
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This IBM® Redpaper™chapter publication explains the configuration, relocation, and verification of the IBM Geographically Dispersed Resiliency on IBM Power Systems™ solution to protect SAP HANA and SAP NetWeaver applications. This is a supplemental guide to IBM Geographically Dispersed Resiliency for IBM Power Systems, SG24-8382, which outlines the specifics when using Geographically Dispersed Resilience for SAP applications, including SAP HANA....
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[2015]
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Improvement techniques are like spices: better when blended. Many organizations seem to lose sight of the techniques that still work in addition to Lean & Six Sigma and TPM. This book is a collection of simple stories that show the best ways to find and fix four companies' problems. The authors use the most appropriate tools for the problems. It shows that four different companies all suffer much the same issues but explains why they think are unique....
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©2012
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English
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"An updated third edition of the most comprehensive guide to small business success. Whether you're a novice entrepreneur or a seasoned pro, The Small Business Bible offers you everything you need to know to build and grow your dream business. It shows you what really works (and what doesn't!) and includes scores of tips, insider information, stories, and proven secrets of success. Even if you've run your own business for years, this handy guide keeps...
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2009.
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English
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Draws on extensive research into the beliefs and examples of successful women leaders to explain the importance of emotional depth in leadership today, providing inspirational descriptions of women who the authors believe serve as models of effective business and life practices.
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[2014]
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English
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Find success in finance, friendships, and spirituality with the advice of a well-known expert It's safe to say that nearly everyone is seeking a happier, more successful life. So then why do so few attain it? Business Secrets from the Bible proposes a new way to view and approach success-one based upon key concepts from the Bible that are actually surprisingly simple. Written especially for those seeking success in the realms of money, relationships,...
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2020.
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Did you know that Twitter, Udemy, Groupon, and GitHub all started as side hustles without venture capital? Many aspiring tech entrepreneurs believe that to start a successful tech business means they must risk everything, quit their day job, and seek funding. These and other bootstrapped companies prove that billion-dollar companies can start in home offices and garages on founders' evenings and weekends. In The 60-Minute Tech Startup: How to Start...
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2016.
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English
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"Many people assume that effective sales ability demands a unique personality and an aggressive attitude. It's not true, and Robert Herjavec is proof. Known as the 'Nice Shark' on the ABC's Emmy Award-winning hit show SHARK TANK, Robert Herjavec is loved by viewers, who respond to his affable nature. He has developed an honest and genuine approach to life and selling that has set him apart from his cut-throat colleagues, and rewarded him with a degree...
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