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Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. The No-Cry Discipline Solution is a definite must-have for all parents and caregivers of young children. If you are looking for understandable, effective, and nurturing tools to raise good human beings, let this book be your guide. - from the foreword by Tim Seldin, president of the Montessori Foundation and chair of the International Montessori Council. The No-Cry Discipline Solution is based on one important fact: parents know their children best. This book turns discipline into a positive, affirming experience by offering a collection of proven techniques that you can custom-tailor to your child's unique personality. This groundbreaking approach allows you to: achieve the big Cs of parental discipline - cooperation, communication, and consistency; defuse or prevent tantrums; eliminate whining; manage your own anger; build a foundation of love, trust, and respect; and, uncover and solve the real problem fuelling your child's misbehaviour. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. Bells and whistles may grab a customer's attention, but words make the sale. 'The ancients rightly distrusted rhetoric that made 'the worse argument appear the better' - an underhanded trick that business has often been guilty of. But rhetoric is also the craft of clear and persuasive communication, which online business needs desperately today. Nick Usborne's insight into this craft fills a surprising gap in the online marketing toolbox' - Christopher Locke, author of "Gonzo Marketing: Winning Through Worst Practices", and co-author of "The Cluetrain Manifesto".'The best book I've seen on writing for the Web' - Dr. Ralph F. Wilson, "Web Marketing Today". 'Nick Usborne, shows us how to write powerful and compelling copy that fully leverages the communications power of the Net. Nick knows the Internet - and Nick knows copy' - John Audette Founder and Publisher, "The Adventive Knowledge Exchange".In "Net Words", emarketing guru Nick Usborne introduces you to a revolutionary copy-centered approach to online marketing. He explains what works and what doesn't and shows you how to create copy for websites, enewsletters, and email campaigns guaranteed to: attract customers and hold their attention; differentiate your business from its competitors online; dramatically increase sales from your site; build customer loyalty; and, breathe new life into your customer services. "Net Words" offers corporate decision makers an inexpensive, proven, low-tech cure for their ecommerce blues. It is also a how-to guide for copywriters thinking about taking the leap into online marketing, as well as for Web professionals who want to increase their sites' usability and appeal. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Zustand: Good. A welcome and fresh addition to a market that has been dominated by rather traditional texts.instructors will enjoy teaching with it in their classrooms -- Teaching Philosophy, March 1998. This text offers an exceptionally lucid account of how philosophers in the 20th century have challenged the ideas of modern philosophers (17th century) on fundamental questions in epistemology (theory of Knowledge). Numerous examples are used to help undergraduates grasp the material. Self-study questions and further readings are included. The book sets out the traditional view that knowledge is justified true belief and then presents Gettier's challenge to this theory. Three alternative accounts of knowledge--the reliable method account, the casual account, and Nozick's tracking account--are examined. Fisher and Everitt argue in favor of attending to justified belief rather than knowledge and present a view which tentatively favors a casual theory of justified belief. Next the authors assess and reject foundationalism, a popular position in modern philosophy. Though foundationalism about empirical beliefs is commonly discussed in textbooks, this book is unique in giving foundationalism about a priori beliefs equal and expert consideration. In the second half of the book the authors present alternatives to modern epistemology, including coherentism, Quine's naturalized epistemology, and Rorty's critique. These discussions are undertaken with a great deal of sensitivity to the needs of the beginning student of epistemology. The book has been read but remains in clean condition. All pages are intact and the cover is intact. Some minor wear to the spine.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. Winner of a Choice Magazine Outstanding Academic Title Award!We are on the cusp of a marketing revolution. And it is being led by you. Return on Influence is the first book to explore how brands are identifying and leveraging the world's most powerful bloggers, tweeters, and YouTube celebrities to build product awareness, brand buzz, and new sales. In this revolutionary book, renowned marketing consultant and college educator Mark W. Schaefer shows you how to use the latest breakthroughs in social networking and influence marketing to achieve your goals through: In-depth explanations of the sources of online influence-and how they can work for or against youInterviews with more than 50 experts, including tech blogger Robert Scoble, Influence author Robert Cialdini, and industry thought leaders such as Mitch Joel, Jay Baer, and Christopher S. PennAn insider's look at the controversial social scoring company Klout and its process for assigning influence numbers to everyonePractical, actionable tips to increase your own personal power and online influenceMore than a dozen original social influence marketing case studies Even if you already use social media platforms such as Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, Twitter, or blogging to maintain an online presence, this eye-opening, action-ready guide shows you how to reach the superconnectors who ignite epidemics through word-of-mouth influence . . . and become one yourself. This is the future of marketing at your fingertips: low-cost, high-speed, influence driven, and powerful. Filled with fascinating case studies, interviews, and insider advice, this essential guide prepares you for the next wave of social networking. This is how to win friends and influence people in the digital age-with a Return on Influence. Praise for Return on Influence: Influence is the ability to cause, affect, or change behavior. Mark Schaefer helps you define the outcomes you wish to see . . . and measure them! -Brian Solis, author of The End of Business as Usual Schaefer's book has earned its place on the shelf of anyone looking to find influencers-or become one. -Harold Burson, founder, Burson-Marsteller Return on Influence is definitive, exciting, and endlessly practical. In an age where marketing budgets are tight and getting tighter, social media-and particularly influence marketing-has become the silver bullet to solve all problems. Consider this book the marksmen's manual. -Rick Wion, Director of Social Media, McDonald's I could not stop reading this book. Mark Schaefer demystifies the power of influence in this insider's guide to combining content strategy with network interactions to create social conversations that move markets. -Ardath Albee, author of eMarketing Strategies for the Complex Sale A fascinating exploration at how you track and increase your online influence. Real-world strategies for real-world companies. -Randy Gage, author of Prosperity Mind. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Zustand: Good. This book contains techniques for going beyond 'Managing' to become a true project leader. Even though they can't be reduced to a tidy formula or equation, the principles of leadership are every bit as legitimate - and learnable - as those of finance or engineering. "Project Leadership" provides you with a blueprint for becoming a successful project leader, capable of motivating team members to achieve project objectives not because they have to but because they want to. This uniquely hands-on look at project leadership goes beyond theory to examine the real-world relationship between task, leader, and follower. It outlines steps managers can take to gain the trust of their team members - the first step toward leadership - then goes on to describe: commonly encountered personality traits of both leaders and followers; case studies of leadership in action, in both business and nonbusiness settings; and, leadership principles that can successfully be applied to numerous situations. Research has shown that successful project leaders exhibit remarkably consistent actions and behaviors, and that virtually anyone can adopt those practices to dramatically improve their leadership effectiveness. In "Project Leadership", discover what effective project leadership is really all about, and principles that - if followed - can greatly increase your project management success. 'Leadership appears to be the art of getting others to want to do something you are convinced should be done' - Vance Packard. It is followers, not organizations, that convey leadership. And before people will allow you to lead them, you must understand what they want from you and what they expect of you. "Project Leadership" focuses on the unique skills necessary for leading people in a project environment. Nontechnical and accessible, it provides an easy-to-follow program for transforming yourself from a by-the-book manager into a leader capable of encouraging team members to plan, accomplish, and sustain excellence. Drawing on author Jim Lewis' considerable experience with project management and leadership best practices, this step-by-step coursebook for developing leadership proficiency discusses: proven leadership principles, with methods for both understanding and adopting them; strategies for changing from the command-and-control role to that of facilitator; and, proven steps for building the personal credibility required for effective leadership. As a project manager, you are generally given overwhelming responsibility with little actual authority. So, without such authority, how do you get others to 'do something you are convinced should be done?'. "Project Leadership" unveils a chapter-by-chapter program for developing the skills of a leader. You discover techniques for matching individuals' talents to specific tasks and skills for delegating authority without fear of losing control. It features information on physical approaches for quickly building rapport with other persons and includes tips for acquiring credibility in an unfamiliar setting and, much more. The principles of effective project leadership can be learned, practiced, and improved upon. In "Project Leadership", author and project management expert Jim Lewis combines decades of leadership research with his own unmatched project management experience to arrive at a straightforward, logical, and convincing system for becoming a leader - one who can consistently direct people to bring projects of every type to their successful conclusions. The book has been read but remains in clean condition. All pages are intact and the cover is intact. Some minor wear to the spine.

Paperback. Zustand: Good. This title shows how to convert any idea into a convincing business plan - the necessary first step to launching a thriving enterprise. Today's entrepreneurs are driving a new era of global transformation and growth. But before they can turn ideas into profitmaking ventures, they must craft a business plan that crystallizes and legitimizes those ideas to customers, key talent, and investors. Business Plans That Work details a strategic, step-by-step approach to creating, adapting, and writing a solid but flexible business plan that will sell your idea and help you make it a reality.Whatever stage you are at in the growth of your business, this no-nonsense guidebook will show you how to: determine what to include in each plan, why, and for whom; recognize and avoid common pitfalls in creating a business plan; and, use the proven Timmons Model to analyze potential opportunities. More than just a tool to raise seed capital, a well-written business plan provides an entrepreneur with strong insights into the idea, and a powerful head start on turning that idea into an enterprise. Business Plans That Work shows how to write, adapt, focus, and revise a business plan that will secure capital and attract top-flight talent as it helps you assess the strength of your opportunity and provides invaluable insights into what you need to do to make it work.Jeffry A. Timmons, D.B.A., is the Franklin W. Olin Distinguished Professor of Entrepreneurship at Babson College and author of the Inc. top ten book New Venture Creation. Andrew Zacharakis, Ph.D., is the Paul T. Babson Term Chair in Entrepreneurship at Babson College. Stephen Spinelli is the founder of Jiffy Lube International and director of Babson's Arthur M. Blank Center for Entrepreneurship. The book has been read but remains in clean condition. All pages are intact and the cover is intact. Some minor wear to the spine.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. The classic guide to collaborative negotiation--updated for today's ultracompetitive environment"We negotiate every day--in school, in business, in politics, in everything we do. Every time I want to influence someone or deal with someone who wants to influence me, I am negotiating. For that world, this is perhaps the most useful book you will ever find." -- Roger Fisher, bestselling coauthor of Getting to YesThe definitive practical guide to the art of negotiating, this revised and expanded edition of The Negotiation Fieldbook details topics other books don't even touch upon. It helps you steer a negotiation first to collaboration and then to agreement--a much more effective tactic than "dominating" the process.Filled with quizzes to reinforce what youve learned, The Negotiation Fieldbook is a complete package with everything you need to enter negotiations with skill and confidence--and create a win-win situation for all.NEW TO THIS EDITION: Analysis of different negotiation styles and situationsThe fundamentals of ethical negotiatingImportant breakthroughs in negotiation psychologyConducting negotiations on behalf of others. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. Whether you are a first time job hunter, seeking to change career, have a chequered career history, or part of the greying population, this book will put you streets ahead of the competition, helping you think through the toughest of questions and respond with total confidence. The book highlights the latest in competency interviewing techniques and equips you with the ability to thrive in any interview situation. Job Interviews: top answers to tough questions is your indispensable guide to thriving in any interview situation. Top UK Careers Guide and bestselling author, John Lees, has joined forces with American careers expert, Matthew J Deluca, to take you through the whole interview process.Updated to reflect changes in employment legislation, changes in competency based questions and developments in the use of the Internet for interview preparation this book really is a comprehensive toolkit for preparing for that all important interview. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. This book is useful when you don't have the time.but you still need the grade! If your life is too busy to spend hours ploughing through weighty textbooks, and you need every study minute to count, this Schaum's Easy Outline is perfect for you! This super-condensed, high-torque study guide gives you what you need to know in a fraction of the time. Tweaked for quick, effective study, this Easy Outline packs exciting new learning tools that make mastering French fast, fun - and almost automatic. Quick-study experts slashed the time you need to spend with your books by reducing French to the essentials the professor expects you to know.This Easy Outline is perfect for test preparation, pre-exam review, and handling those last-minute cram situations. Easy Outlines give you 100 per cent of the authority of Schuam's full-sized guides, known around the world for the highest academic standards. Compact and portable, this Easy Outline lets you study French anywhere. Schaum's gets the grade! Let's talk bottom line. Schaum's Easy Outline give you what you want - better grades, with less work, and more free time! Get the essence of French the easy way. Schaum's Easy Outline of French helps you master French with plenty of illustrations, memory joggers, and the newest, rapid-absorption teaching techniques. Backed by Schaum's reputation for academic authority, this is the study guide students turn to and trust. Students know that Schaum's is going to be there for them when they need it! It features: French vocabulary lists; student-friendly style; quick grammar guides; perfect for test prep; at-a-glance verb charts; and, essential phrases for travel. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. This title is useful when you don't have the time.but you still need the grade! If your life is too busy to spend hours ploughing through weighty textbooks, and you need every study minute to count, this "Schaum's Easy Outline" is perfect for you! This super-condensed, high-torque study guide gives you what you need to know in a fraction of the time. Tweaked for quick, effective study, this "Easy Outline" packs exciting new learning tools that make mastering German fast, fun - and almost automatic. Quick-study experts slashed the time you need to spend with your books by reducing German to the essentials the professor expects you to know. "This Easy Outline" is perfect for test preparation, pre-exam review, and handling those last-minute cram situations."Easy Outlines" give you 100 per cent of the authority of "Schuam's" full-sized guides, known around the world for the highest academic standards. Compact and portable, this "Easy Outline" lets you study French anywhere. "Schaum's" gets the grade! Let's talk bottom line. "Schaum's Easy Outline" gives you what you want - better grades, with less work, and more free time! Get the essence of German the easy way. "Schaum's Easy Outline of French" helps you master German with plenty of illustrations, memory joggers, and the newest, rapid-absorption teaching techniques. Backed by "Schaum's" reputation for academic authority, this is the study guide students turn to and trust. Students know that "Schaum's" is going to be there for them when they need it! It features: French vocabulary lists; student-friendly style; and, quick grammar guides. It is perfect for test prep. It contains at-a-glance verb charts and essential phrases for travel. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. . . . the most comprehensive guide I have ever read for solving any conceivable trying scenario! --Julie Jansen, bestselling author of You Want Me to Work with Who? and I Don't Know What I Want, but I Know It's Not This You can't stop office madness, but you can stop the madness from getting to you.Gossipy coworkers, unmanageable managers, and cranky clients have got you pulling your hair out and gnawing your nails down to nubs. From teammates who drop the ball on deadlines to corporate bullies who try to run your show, your work environment can be lethal to your health and your career. Change Your Reaction, Not Their Actions When things get crazy, you may not be able to control how others behave, but you can change how you respond. Al Bernstein shows you how understand the situation, how to keep the craziness from bothering you, how to keep things from getting worse, and how you can make them better. Problems/solutions discussed inside: Coworkers who don't like you? Feed them!Hidden agendas? Unleash the power of cc: mail!Unpleasant supervisors? Tell them only what they want to hear!Office gossip? Dish out positive gossip about other people!Lying coworkers? Buy into their lies and watch what happens!And ninety-five more! The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. The fun and easy way to quickly enhance your French reading skills Easy French Reader is based on the premise that the best way to learn a language is to start reading it, immediately. Suitable for raw beginners to intermediate-level language learners, this popular title features engaging readings of progressive difficulty that allow you to rapidly build your comprehension. Find out what unfamiliar words and phrases mean with the book's helpful glossary Discover the nuances of French language and culture as well as the country's history through engaging texts Get a feel for authentic French society with readings from contemporary literature. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. In this exciting resource book, two of today's acknowledged games masters serve up a cookbook of activities that anyone leading a meeting or giving a presentation can use to break the ice, generate a lively discussion, or simply give a group a 'breather' from the monotony of a boring staff meeting or presentation. Each of the 75 group games and activities here is adapted from the best-selling "Games Trainers Play" series and shortened to suit the needs of managers and team leaders for use with their departments, staff, or committees. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. "The Handbook for Leaders" contains 24 lessons for extraordinary leadership. 'What makes a great leader?' Thousands of workers in both North America and Europe were asked that one simple question. Their top responses are compiled in "The Handbook for Leaders". This precise, no-nonsense rulebook lists the 24 competencies and guidelines identified time and again as essential for becoming an effective and extraordinary leader, including: focus on results; cultivate interpersonal skills; lead organizational change; learn from mistakes; develop your people; be open to new ideas; take initiative; build strengths; fix fatal flaws; take a non-linear approach; and, be accountable.The ability to lead is far more than just a natural gift. Study after study shows that leadership is a concrete and learnable skill, one that can be acquired and honed by studying and applying specific proficiencies, attitudes, and habits. Let "The Handbook for Leaders" introduce you to the requirements for effective leadership, then provide you with a systematic program for attaining, developing, and implementing those skills. John H. (Jack) Zenger, D.B.A., is executive vice president and a director of Provant, Inc. , and the author or coauthor of a number of books on the drivers and principles of leadership, including "The Extraordinary Leader" and "Results-Based Leadership". Joe Folkman, Ph.D., is managing director of Novations Group, Inc., and the author of "Turning Feedback Into Change", "Making Feedback Work", and "Employee Surveys That Make a Difference". The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. There is no better person than Ram Charan to provideadvice on managing in a downturn. Larry Bossidy, former Chairman & CEO Honeywell International Inc. "This is all classic guru writing, stressing the extremity of the situation. But from Charan - who has already brought us bestsellers such as Execution and What the CEO Wants You to Know - it seems plausible. His forte is bold advice, delivered with convincing rhetoric. And he has completed his new text just at the right time." --Financial TimesAs a business leader today, you face anunprecedented challenge: the worldwideeconomic downturn. Cash and credit aredwindling, sales forecasts are dismal, andmorale is sinking. This is not a time to reflect.It is a time to act, decide, and energize yourpeoplewith urgency. This is your moment. Are you up to the task? In Leadership in the Era of EconomicUncertainty, Ram Charan helps you steeryour business through the minefield ofcontracting markets, cash shortages, andongoing uncertainty. No matter what yourleadership role, Charans insight will helpensure that your business emerges leaner,stronger, and well in front of the competition. We will not know when we have turned thecorner, and we cannot envision the shapeand scope of the world that will emerge,Charan writes. What we can be sure of isthat this is a time of tumultuous change, andwith change come both danger and opportunity. In this concise and highly accessibleguide, the author provides practical actionsyou can execute immediately to Protect cash flow vigilantly, even daily,and use cash more efficientlyUse ground intelligence to survive thestorm and position your businessto thrive in the aftermathDevelop a better understandingof your customersReevaluate your pricing strategy andcapital expendituresUse cost cutting strategically Using examples and case studies, Leadershipin the Era of Economic Uncertainty illustrateshow leaders at DuPont, Hanesbrands,Wipro, and other companies used Charanstechniques to get results. The chaos of global economic meltdown hasimposed an urgency you have never beforeexperienced. Its a scary thing, but it can alsobe excitingif youre prepared. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. Strategies for turning your next interview into an offer--as taught at today's leading business schools Every job interview is a one-shot opportunity to dramatically improve your career and lifestyle. World-class MBA programs recognize this fact and now provide their students with detailed courses and coaching on how to dress for an interview, what to say, what not to say, and more. How to Interview Like a Top MBA presents today's best-of-the-best strategies and skills into an all-in-one, MBA-level interviewing how-to. Featuring insights from Fortune 100 executives, headhunters, career counselors, and MBA graduates, this no-nonsense guidebook arms you with: Tips for highlighting your relevant skills and experience with concise, compelling, and well-structured answers Information you should know about an interviewing company, its industry, the position, and even the interviewers themselves Ways to directly address resume weak spots or periods of extended unemployment--without apologizing! Techniques for identifying and highlighting transferable skills when you're looking to enter a new profession Worksheets, charts, and other hands-on tools for mapping out a powerful interview strategy and plan of action 100 sample questions you can expect to hear--with sample answers that can impress your interviewer In today's ultracompetitive and uncompromising job market, the next position you get will set the tone for the rest of your career. Let How to Interview Like a Top MBAshow you how to develop the skills and confidence you need to enter each interview as a top candidate--and turn that interview into an exciting new job. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. The first plain-English guide to solving real-world problems with Six Sigma So you're ready to improve your processes and products and satisfy your customers through Six Sigma--but you're not looking forward to navigating complicated statistics in order to get results. Now, Warren Brussee, a veteran Six Sigma manager who helped his teams generate millions of dollars in savings, explains how to use the powerful statistical tools of Six Sigma in easy-to-understand language. In this step-by-step guide, you get a thorough overview of the Six Sigma methodology and techniques for successful implementation, as well as a clear explanation of DMAIC--the problem solving method used by Six Sigma Greenbelts for projects and process improvements. You'll see how to plot, interpret, and validate data for a Six Sigma project. You will use Excel to make Six Sigma problem-solving calculations in a wide range of areas, from sales and marketing to manufacturing, process work, equipment design, and more. Each chapter also features a brief review of what you've learned. Plus, you get: A simplified form of the most common Six Sigma tools All the basic Six Sigma formulas and tables Dozens of Six Sigma statistical problem-solving case studies A matrix for finding the right statistical tool to meet your needs Basic Greenbelt training in one concise reference Best of all, no background in statistics is required--you can start improving quality and initiating cost-saving improvements right away. With all these benefits and authoritative guidance, Statistics for Six Sigma Made Easy is the only reference you need to facilitate real-world application of Six Sigma tools. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. A comprehensive overview of one of today's most important and controversial topicsThe need for sound corporate governance is the #1 item on many people's agendas today, from corporate directors and decision makers to investors looking to shield themselves from the next Enron-type disaster. But what exactly constitutes sound governance? And what should directors and managers do to ensure they can meet their governance responsibilities--whether legal, moral, or both?What Is Corporate Governance? provides readers with concise yet comprehensive coverage of this hot-button subject. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. This is a research-proven, innovative, and fun approach to stress relief and relaxation. These quick games, exercises, and activities provide fast, fun stress relief wherever and whenever it strikes, during the morning commute, in front of the computer, or when dealing with difficult people. To make dealing with stress less stressful - and more fun - Psychology Today Editor-in-Chief Robert Epstein has created dozens of games that teach every major stress-management and relaxation technique validated by scientific research. For everyone from deskbound, time pressed office workers to managers in important meetings - even speakers addressing large audiences - this creative collection of stress-relief games: helps alleviate high-pressure situations at home and at work; goes beyond relaxation exercises with stress-fighting life - planning and life-organization activities; can be used by individuals or groups; and, includes 50 activities and techniques - most requiring less than 5 minutes. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. From bestselling parenting author Elizabeth Pantley, a potty-training plan that is foolproof and easy to implement. The No-Cry Potty Training Solution is a realistic, stress-free plan to help your child become independent in the bathroom. Pantleys potty training solutions are realistic, as they have been tested by actual families in every parenting situation: Busy households, single parents, working parents with limited time and money, twins and multiples, and children of varying age and temperament. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. Over 150,000 copies sold worldwide! Put The Welch Way to work in your own career. Jack Welch was one of the 20th century's most dynamic and successful corporate leaders. The Welch Way examines the techniques and behaviours that the legendary CEO used to transform GE from a manufacturing dinosaur into the world's most adaptive, responsive mega-corporation, and how they can be implemented in virtually any situation. Detailed yet accessible, The Welch Way is filled with Welch quotes, insights, action ideas, and other unique and innovative features. Business leaders as well as those who aspire to the mantle of leadership will get the inside track on how Welch inspired hundreds of thousands of managers and employees to: embrace, change, defy tradition, lead by energizing others; blow up bureaucracy; pounce on every opportunity; set stretch goals; move beyond boundaries; spark others to perform; and, get good ideas from everywhere.History will reveal Jack Welch to be exactly the right leader at exactly the right time. His leadership standards and strategies, on the other hand, are timeless. The Welch Way details two dozen of Welch's most pertinent, powerful secrets, and will provide you with a model for dynamic leadership that involves every worker, at every level, and is proven to work in any industry or economic climate.'How Jack Welch performed the largest corporate makeover in history is what this book is about. The Welch Way does not focus on the specific growth strategies of Welch's revolution (e.g., stressing service over manufacturing), but instead on the behavioural and cultural forces behind the strategies. What follows are the leadership secrets employed by GE's eighth chairman in his two-decade journey to change the destiny of one of the world's great corporations' - From the Introduction.Jack Welch became one of history's most accomplished CEOs by rewriting the rules of leadership, and letting hands-on, frontline employees - instead of bureaucrats - tell him what needed to be done. The Welch Way distils Welch's management style into a fast-moving, hard-hitting plan for leadership success, one that will help anyone reach the top in any professional setting. The first book written specifically to help managers and employees apply Welch's actions and success strategies to their own careers, The Welch Way shines a light on how innovative and unpretentious leadership can spark employees to contribute above and beyond their normal duties, to take pride in their company and its products, and to help create a learning environment that is as exciting as it is transformative.Drawing on Welch's life and career, it explains how you can follow the Welch model to: articulate a top-to-bottom vision that is tangible, stimulating, and achievable; involve everyone in the game, and make sure everyone plays to win; defy tradition, retaining only the best current practices while discarding the rest; make intellect rule by ensuring that everyone's voice is heard; and, embrace change as a competitive weapon, at every level of the organization.Jack Welch transformed GE into one of the world's most valuable corporations by developing no-nonsense plans, and then getting his people so passionate about what they were doing that they couldn't wait to execute those plans. Let The Welch Way show you how to bring Welch-like success to any professional environment, and reach new heights in today's wide-open, idea-driven workplace. Jeffrey A. Krames is a vice president and publisher in McGraw-Hill's business books division.Considered a leading global authority on maverick CEO Jack Welch, Krames is also the bestselling author of The Jack Welch Lexicon of Leadership and the New York Times, Washington Post, and BusinessWeek bestseller The Rumsfeld Way. His work has been published in The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, Barron's, Financial Times, and The Los Angeles Times, and he has been interviewed on CNN, BBC, and PBS as well as in Newsweek, Time, BusinessWeek, publisher's weekly, and other national publications. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. Some people can make life stressful and unpleasant. Others can keep you from achieving important goals. The good news is that you don't have to let them do either! It's fully within your power to bring out the best behavior in people who are at their worst! The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. Most hardware and software companies experience cycles of success and failure, that pattern is certainly not a compelling publishing topic. When you add in the name of Apple Computer, the picture changes from ho-hum to humdinger though. Right now, Apple's shares have surged to a 4-year high, and along with the runaway success of Apple's iPod (10 million iPods sold as of Dec 2004, and 2 million+ units sold in the last 3 months alone), Apple stock seems poised to only increase in value. There's a halo effect beginning to take hold - simple put, consumers and business people alike are so impressed with iPod's technology and success that they're taking a second look at other Apple products and in particular Macintosh computers. If the current trends continue, Apple will have sparked yet another revolution in the personal computer arena, and will regain ground many thought was lost for good. The Apple Way shows how this company's steps and missteps have molded and shaped them, and what lessons the world at large can learn from Apple. Apple has emerged as a Wall Street phenomenon with its stock increasing in value some 250% in the past yearUses the proven pedagogy of the existing Way books to provide bite-sized business success maxims and Apple's underlying guiding principlesIncludes lessons learned the hard way by revealing the company's strengths and obstaclesCruikshank has played a role in developing the following M-H books: Pink Cadillac, Leadership Secrets of Colin Powell, What It Takes to Be Number One, The Essential Vince Lombardi, Get Better or Get Beaten (condensed edition), plus many others. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. A Manager's Guide to Self-Development has become the indispensable guide for building management skillsNow in its fifth edition the book details a self-development programme aimed at helping readers improve their managerial performance, advance their careers and realise their full potential.Key features6 new activities including find a mentor, be a good coach, treat yourself well, coping with difficult situations, effective communication styles, and multiple intelligenceSimplified diagnostic exercise to help you identify which are the best activities for you to followUpdated references and follow up activities throughoutImproved layout design. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. Praise for Successful Business Intelligence If you want to be an analytical competitor, you've got to go well beyond business intelligence technology. Cindi Howson has wrapped up the needed advice on technology, organization, strategy, and even culture in a neat package. It's required reading for quantitatively oriented strategists and the technologists who support them. --Thomas H. Davenport, President's Distinguished Professor, Babson College and co-author, Competing on Analytics When used strategically, business intelligence can help companies transform their organization to be more agile, more competitive, and more profitable. Successful Business Intelligence offers valuable guidance for companies looking to embark upon their first BI project as well as those hoping to maximize their current deployments. --John Schwarz, CEO, Business Objects A thoughtful, clearly written, and carefully researched examination of all facets of business intelligence that your organization needs to know to run its business more intelligently and exploit information to its fullest extent. --Wayne Eckerson, Director, TDWI Research Using real-world examples, Cindi Howson shows you how to use business intelligence to improve the performance, and the quality, of your company. --Bill Baker, Distinguished Engineer & GM, Business Intelligence Applications, Microsoft Corporation This book outlines the key steps to make BI an integral part of your company's culture and demonstrates how your company can use BI as a competitive differentiator. --Robert VanHees, CFO, Corporate Express Given the trend to expand the business analytics user base, organizations are faced with a number of challenges that affect the success rate of these projects. This insightful book provides practical advice on improving that success rate. --Dan Vesset, Vice President, Business Analytics Solution Research, IDC. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. Learn how to read in Italian--instantly! Easy Italian Reader is a unique, easy-to-follow guide based on the premise that the best way to learn a language is to start reading it immediately! Whether you're a brand-new beginner or an advanced-beginning learner, you will dive into the language with engaging readings that progress in difficulty to match your growing reading skills. This process will allow you to rapidly build comprehension and confidence as you enjoy the stories. Easy Italian Reader begins with the story of Christine, an American girl whose family moves to Italy. She acclimates to her new home with help from her Roman friend Antonio. As you read about her experiences, you'll discover the nuances of language and culture right along with Christine. The second section provides a colorful history of Italy, from the founding of Rome to the present. And the third section contains readings from contemporary literature, giving learners the thrill of reading authentic Italian. Progressive format makes it easy to build comprehension quickly Helpful word glossaries conveniently present new words and phrases Exercises challenge language comprehension and build reading skills. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. Practical, proven techniques for managing today's smaller, more mission-critical projectsManagers who can bring projects in on time, under budget, and within specs are among the most valuable and marketable in today's project-driven environment.Just Enough Project Management written by globally renowned project management authority Curtis R. Cook is a quick-hitting, no-nonsense pocket guide on how to successfully handle projects of any size, in any environment. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. You can master the vital communication skills that make leaders effective. Leaders who communicate properly and frequently - in good times as well as bad - improve performance, get results, and create a successful enterprise. In this groundbreaking guide, top leadership consultant, visionary, and coach John Baldoni explores the leadership communication styles of many of the world's most influential leaders, from Winston Churchill and Katharine Graham to Jack Welch, Colin Powell, Rosabeth Moss Kanter, and Rudolph Giuliani.It helps you develop the leadership message - determine what you want to say and do; deliver the leadership message - get the message across verbally, mentally, and metaphorically; and, sustain the leadership message - keep the message alive, fresh, and meaningful. Leaders need to do more than stand up and speak; they need to integrate communications into everything they do, address the immediate concerns and issues, and open the door to future dialogue and discovery. This book helps push that door open, so you can bring your organization to the next level. John Baldoni is a management communications and leadership consultant and has worked for companies large and small, including Ford, Kellogg's, and Pfizer. He is the author of three other books on leadership as well as a frequent speaker on leadership topics. John also teaches in a management development program at the University of Michigan. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Zustand: Good. The book has been read but remains in clean condition. All pages are intact and the cover is intact. Some minor wear to the spine.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. 'With vision and heart, Mike Malaghan lays out a sure course that will take you step-by-step to successful sales management' - Jack D. Wilner, speaker, trainer and author, "7 Secrets To Successful Sales Management". 'In "Making Millions in Direct Sales", Malaghan shares openly, with a genuine desire to teach others the methods that have led him and so many others to success. This book will help you get sales and close the deal!' - Stephan Schiffman, "America's Cold Call King" and author of "Cold Calling Techniques That Really Work". 'Malaghan doesn't waste time on theories that don't relate to the real world. He provides proven, step-by-step techniques you can use immediately to catapult your effectiveness. Read it and reap' - Sam Horn, author of "Tongue Fu!" and "What's Holding You Back?"."Making Millions in Direct Sales" is the first sales management book targeted directly to professionals in the face-to-face, direct sales industry. It's the definitive, proven system to recruit, train and motivate a winning, "results count" paid sales team. Over his 40-plus year career, direct sales legend Mike Malaghan has recruited, trained and led direct sales teams that sold more than $2 billion worth of product. Now, in his long-awaited first book, Malaghan details: the 8 essential must-do activities of a direct sales manager - sell, prospect, hire, train, replicate yourself, motivate, manage, and lead - and how you can master each; a 10-step interviewing process and hiring plan that doubles manpower in 180 days; 14 motivational tools you can use to generate selling enthusiasm; and, 60 sure-fire practices to energize every sales meeting. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.