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Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Access an Untapped Source of SuccessAt long last, a book directed to the working world that acknowledges and demonstrates how managing our emotions and dealing with the feelings of others increases the bottom line. Practical, practical, practical!--Rita McGlone, assistant director of executive education, The Wharton School of BusinessExperts now acknowledge that emotional intelligence (EI) is perhaps the most crucial determinant of success in the workplace. And unlike IQ or other traditional measures of intelligence, EI can be developed and dramatically increased. This unprecedented book demonstrates how to master the core competencies of EI, abilities that include self-motivation, high self-awareness, mood management, and emotional mentoring. In addition, it includes scores of real-world examples and dozens of practical exercises that accelerate the process, along with step-by-step approaches to mastering a variety of EI techniques. …

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Hin und wieder gibt es am Aktienmarkt einen starken Aufschwung, der den Investoren überdurchschnittlich hohe Gewinne beschert. 'It Was a Very Good Year' versucht zu erklären, warum dies geschieht und wie man künftige Aufwärtstrends erkennt. Der Leser soll lernen, außergewöhnliche Investmentchancen zu sichten. Fridson beschreibt wichtige Persönlichkeiten und erzählt historische Anekdoten, wobei der Schwerpunkt auf derErkennung wiederkehrenderThemen und zyklischer Ereignisse liegt. …

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - In an extensively revised new edition of the successful Anorexia and Bulimia, Richard Gordon includes new information and discussion of the latest ideas in this rapidly growing research field. The past two decades have witnessed an enormous increase in the number of cases of eating disorders in industrial societies.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - It may not surprise you to learn that seventy percent of cross-border joint ventures fail within the first three years. But did you know that the reason most commonly cited by transnational executives for this phenomenal failure rate isn't geopolitics, global competition, or economic volatility, but culture clash As one frustrated transnational manager quipped, 'How are you supposed to get all your ducks in a row when half of them think they're turtles ' Why, despite the vast sums spent each year on cross-cultural executive training, do so many well-laid business plans continue to fall apart under the strain of cultural differences Author Sheida Hodge finds the answer in the training itself, which typically focuses on 'the ten percent of the iceberg above the surface-how to bow or shake hands, whether to cross your legs, what gestures to use.' Much more dangerous is 'the ninety percent of the iceberg that is under water'-the deep-seated cultural values on which unsuspecting executives routinely founder. In this book, as in her world-renowned training courses and seminars, Hodge departs from the common practice of drilling readers in the do's and don'ts of doing business in various cultures. She concentrates instead on helping you build cross-cultural competence by acquainting you with the basic values, beliefs, and biases that inform the business styles in most Asian, Latin American, and European cultures. Rather than simply offering tips on how to eat and what colors to wear-which do appear, in abundance, throughout the book-she coaches you in a proven set of strategies and skills that will enable you to successfully navigate the people dimension of doing business virtually anywhere in the world. For Hodge, learning to see past one's own cultural hobbyhorses-while avoiding getting trampled by everyone else's-is the first big step toward succeeding in global business. Thus, most of her discussions of specific cultural differences start by exploring values and business practices that seem 'natural' to North Americans, and go on to show how they differ from values and practices in other cultures. To better illustrate her points, she has included anecdotes throughout told by managers from North America and around the world that provide vivid, sometimes hilarious, object lessons in how minor cultural frictions and misunderstandings can mushroom into major business disasters. A complete guide to building solid cross-border business relationships, Global Smarts is must reading for all managers and entrepreneurs in today's global business world. Proven strategies for breaking down cultural barriers and building prosperous business relationships anywhere in the world American executives need to know how to communicate effectively with their associates around the world to remain competitive. In Global Smarts, Sheida Hodge, a successful international entrepreneur and one of the most sought-after cross-cultural business trainers, shares her proven strategies for successfully dealing with such issues as language barriers, culture shock, international negotiation tactics, and how to establish trust on a cross-cultural basis. Unlike other authors who merely list the various do's and don'ts of doing business in specific regions, Hodge helps you to develop a high degree of cross-cultural competency that translates into an unbeatable competitive edge, virtually anywhere in the world. Packed with practical insider tips and eye-opening anecdotes from cross-cultural managers from the United States and other countries, this thoroughly engaging guide is an indispensable resource for anyone doing business in today's global business world.; In dem heutzutage um sich greifenden Fusionsfieber überleben mehr als 70% der entstandenen Mischkonzerne die ersten drei Jahre nicht. Die meisten von ihnen sind Opfer des Kulturschocks. Dieses Buch erläutert effektive Strategien für den Umgang mit den wichtigsten Problemen auf diesem Gebiet: Sprachbarrieren, Kulturschock, internationale Verhandlungen und Aufbau von multikulturellem, kulturübergreifendem Vertrauen. Die Autorin Sheida Hodge ist eine anerkannte Expertin auf diesem Gebiet; sie ist Chef einer international tätigen Beratungsfirma, die sich auf multikulturelle Geschäftsbeziehungen spezialisiert hat.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Mental health problems and disorders among adolescents are an increasingly endemic problem, causing anxiety and distress for young people themselves, challenges for the health care professional, social worker, teachers and parents, and demands on the managed care system. This is the only book of its kind to offer a comprehensive yet accessible introduction to this topical and rapidly developing field.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Praise for Social Entrepreneurship The Art of Mission-Based Venture Development.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Nonlinear Solid Mechanics a Continuum Approach for Engineering Gerhard A. Holzapfel Graz University of Technology, Austria With a modern, comprehensive approach directed towards computational mechanics, this book covers a unique combination of subjects at present unavailable in any other text. It includes vital information on 'variational principles' constituting the cornerstone of the finite element method. In fact this is the only method by which Nonlinear Solid Mechanics is utilized in engineering practice. The book opens with a fundamental chapter on vectors and tensors. The following chapters are based on nonlinear continuum mechanics - an inevitable prerequisite for computational mechanicians. In addition, continuum field theory (applied to a representative sample of hyperelastic materials currently used in nonlinear computations such as incompressible and compressible materials) is presented, as are transversely isotropic materials, composite materials, viscoelastic materials and hyperelastic materials with isotropic damage. Another central chapter is devoted to the thermodynamics of materials, covering both finite thermoelasticity and finite thermoviscoelasticity. Also included are:\* an up-to-date list of almost 300 references and a comprehensive index\* useful examples and exercises for the student\* selected topics of statistical and continuum thermodynamics.Furthermore, the principle of virtual work (in both the material and spatial descriptions) is compared with two and three-field variational principles particularly designed to capture kinematic constraints such as incompressibility. All of the features combined result in an essential text for final year undergraduates, postgraduates and researchers in mechanical, civil and aerospace engineering and applied maths and physics.; Die nichtlineare Festkörpermechanik beschäftigt sich mit der Lösung nichtlinearer Zustandsgleichungen von physikalischen Körpern wie Gummi, Metallen, Keramiken, Holz, lebenden Geweben usw. Ein Kontinuumansatz ermöglicht die Erklärung physikalischer Phänomene ohne Kenntnis der inneren Mikrostruktur. Die einmalige Kombination von Themengebieten richtet sich an fortgeschrittene Studenten der Mechanik und der numerischen Methoden gleichermaßen. (05/00).…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - This highly popular introduction to confidence intervals has been thoroughly updated and expanded. It includes methods for using confidence intervals, with illustrative worked examples and extensive guidelines and checklists to help the novice.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - The demand for practical management guidelines prompted the creation of this book to address infectious disease problems in obstetrics and gynecology. The text was modeled after the successful protocols format developed by Dr. John T. Queenan. The contributor list is impressive; each protocol author is a member of Infectious Disease Society for Obstetrics & Gynecology. While there are larger, more comprehensive textbooks on this subject, none utilize this practical, concise format. This book will be an excellent addition to the protocols series.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - A Companion to the American Revolution is a single guide to the themes, events, and concepts of this major turning point in early American history. Containing coverage before, during, and after the war, as well as the effect of the revolution on a global scale, this major reference to the period is ideal for any student, scholar, or general reader seeking a complete reference to the field. - Contains 90 articles in all, including guides to further reading and a detailed chronological table. - Explains all aspects of the revolution before, during, and after the war. - Discusses the status and experiences of women, Native Americans, and African Americans, and aspects of social and daily life during this period. - Describes the effects of the revolution abroad. - Provides complete coverage of military history, including the home front. - Concludes with a section on concepts to put the morality of early America in today's context.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - A unique, practical guide for industry professionals who need to improve product quality and reliability in repairable systems Owing to its vital role in product quality, reliability has been intensely studied in recent decades. Most of this research, however, addresses systems that are nonrepairable and therefore discarded upon failure. Statistical Methods for the Reliability of Repairable Systems fills the gap in the field, focusing exclusively on an important yet long-neglected area of reliability. Written by two highly recognized members of the reliability and statistics community, this new work offers a unique, systematic treatment of probabilistic models used for repairable systems as well as the statistical methods for analyzing data generated from them. Liberally supplemented with examples as well as exercises boasting real data, the book clearly explains the difference between repairable and nonrepairable systems and helps readers develop an understanding of stochastic point processes. Data analysis methods are discussed for both single and multiple systems and include graphical methods, point estimation, interval estimation, hypothesis tests, goodness-of-fit tests, and reliability prediction. Complete with extensive graphs, tables, and references, Statistical Methods for the Reliability of Repairable Systems is an excellent working resource for industry professionals involved in producing reliable systems and a handy reference for practitioners and researchers in the field.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Unmatched in the quality of its world-renowned contributors, this companion serves as both a course text and a reference book across the broad spectrum of issues of concern to the philosophy of science.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - This new edition of a successful, bestselling book continues to provide you with practical information on the use of statistical methods for solving real-world problems in complex industrial environments. Complete with examples from the chemical and pharmaceutical laboratory and manufacturing areas, this thoroughly updated book clearly demonstrates how to obtain reliable results by choosing the most appropriate experimental design and data evaluation methods.Unlike other books on the subject, Statistical Methods in Analytical Chemistry, Second Edition presents and solves problems in the context of a comprehensive decision-making process under GMP rules: Would you recommend the destruction of a $100,000 batch of product if one of four repeat determinations barely fails the specification limit How would you prevent this from happening in the first place Are you sure the calculator you are using is telling the truth To help you control these situations, the new edition:\* Covers univariate, bivariate, and multivariate data\* Features case studies from the pharmaceutical and chemical industries demonstrating typical problems analysts encounter and the techniques used to solve them\* Offers information on ancillary techniques, including a short introduction to optimization, exploratory data analysis, smoothing and computer simulation, and recapitulation of error propagation\* Boasts numerous Excel files and compiled Visual Basic programs-no statistical table lookups required!\* Uses Monte Carlo simulation to illustrate the variability inherent in statistically indistinguishable data setsStatistical Methods in Analytical Chemistry, Second Edition is an excellent, one-of-a-kind resource for laboratory scientists and engineers and project managers who need to assess data reliability; QC staff, regulators, and customers who want to frame realistic requirements and specifications; as well as educators looking for real-life experiments and advanced students in chemistry and pharmaceutical science.From the reviews of Statistical Methods in Analytical Chemistry, First Edition:'This book is extremely valuable. The authors supply many very useful programs along with their source code. Thus, the user can check the authenticity of the result and gain a greater understanding of the algorithm from the code. It should be on the bookshelf of every analytical chemist.'-Applied Spectroscopy'The authors have compiled an interesting collection of data to illustrate the application of statistical methods . . . including calibrating, setting detection limits, analyzing ANOVA data, analyzing stability data, and determining the influence of error propagation.'-Clinical Chemistry'The examples are taken from a chemical/pharmaceutical environment, but serve as convenient vehicles for the discussion of when to use which test, and how to make sense out of the results. While practical use of statistics is the major concern, it is put into perspective, and the reader is urged to use plausibility checks.'-Journal of Chemical Education'The discussion of univariate statistical tests is one of the more thorough I have seen in this type of book . . . The treatment of linear regression is also thorough, and a complete set of equations for uncertainty in the results is presented . . . The bibliography is extensive and will serve as a valuable resource for those seeking more information on virtually any topic covered in the book.'-Journal of American Chemical Society'This book treats the application of statistics to analytical chemistry in a very practical manner. [It] integrates PC computing power, testing programs, and analytical know-how in the context of good manufacturing practice/good laboratory practice (GMP/GLP) . . .The book is of value in many fields of analytical chemistry and should be available in all relevant libraries.'-Chemometrics and Intelligent Laboratory Systems; Der bewährte Praxisleitfaden zur Anwendung statistischer Hilfsmittel bei der A.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - '.Ben has been the world-wide guru of this technology, providing support to applications of all types. His genius lies in handling the extremely complex mathematics, while at the same time seeing the practical matters involved in applying the results. As this book clearly shows, Ben is able to relate to novices interested in using frequency selective surfaces and to explain technical details in an understandable way, liberally spiced with his special brand of humor. Ben Munk has written a book that represents the epitome of practical understanding of Frequency Selective Surfaces. He deserves all honors that might befall him for this achievement.' -William F. Bahret.Mr. W. Bahret was with the United States Air Force but is now retired. From the early 50s he sponsored numerous projects concerning Radar Cross Section of airborne platforms in particular antennas and absorbers. Under his leadership grew many of the concepts used extensively today, as for example the metallic radome. In fact, he is by many considered to be the father of stealth technology.'This book compiles under one cover most of Munk's research over the past three decades. It is woven with the physical insight that he has gained and further developed as his career has grown. Ben uses mathematics to whatever extent is needed, and only as needed. This material is written so that it should be useful to engineers with a background in electromagnetics. I strongly recommend this book to any engineer with any interest in phased arrays and/or frequency selective surfaces. The physical insight that may be gained from this book will enhance their ability to treat additional array problems of their own.' -Leon Peters, Jr.Professor Leon Peters, Jr., was a professor at the Ohio State University but is now retired. From the early sixties he worked on, among many other things, RCS problems involving antennas and absorbers.This book presents the complete derivation of the Periodic Method of Moments, which enables the reader to calculate quickly and efficiently the transmission and reflection properties of multi-layered Frequency Selective Surfaces comprised of either wire and/or slot elements of arbitrary shape and located in a stratified medium. However, it also gives the reader the tools to analyze multi-layered FSS's leading to specific designs of the very important Hybrid Radome, which is characterized by constant band width with angle of incidence and polarization. Further, it investigates in great detail bandstop filters with large as well as narrow bandwidth (dichroic surfaces). It also discusses for the first time, lossy elements used in producing Circuit Analog absorbers. Finally, the last chapter deals with power breakdown of FSS's when exposed to pulsed signals with high peak power.The approach followed by most other presentations simply consists of expanding the fields around the FSS, matching the boundary conditions and writing a computer program. While this enables the user to obtain calculated results, it gives very little physical insight and no help in how to design actual multi-layered FSS's. In contrast, the approach used in this title analyzes all curves of desired shapes. In particular, it discusses in great detail how to produce radomes made of FSS's located in a stratified medium (Hybrid Radomes), with constant band width for all angles of incidence and polarizations. Numerous examples are given of great practical interest. More specifically, Chapter 7 deals with the theory and design of bandpass radomes with constant bandwidth and flat tops. Examples are given for mono-, bi- and tri-planar designs. Chapter 8 deals with bandstop filters with broad as well as narrow bandwidth. Chapter 9 deals with multi-layered FSS of lossy elements, namely the so-called Circuit Analog Absorbers, designed to yield outstanding absorption with more than a decade of bandwidth.Features mater; Periodische Oberflächen - Flächen mit regelmäßig wiederkehrenden ein- oder z.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Dieses Buch beschäftigt sich mit dem Einsatz von Antikörpern gegen Rezeptoren auf der Zelloberfläche mit dem Zweck, zwischen normalen und abnormalen Geweben zu unterscheiden und damit Hinweise auf Krankheiten wie Lymphom, Leukämie und AIDS zu gewinnen. Besprochen werden die theoretischen Grundlagen und alle klinischen Aspekte des Themas. (04/00).…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - An intermetallic compound is one consisting of two or more metallic elements present in definite proportions in alloy. They are used in a wide range of industries such as semiconductors and the aerospace industry. Thousands of tons of the nickel aluminum alloy are used worldwide every year.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Provides the first comprehensive review of the evolution of tropical rain forests on a continent by continent basis, within an up-to-date tectonic, palaeogeographical and palaeoclimatic framework primarily by reference to the record of fossil pollens and spores. Although tropical rain forests form the world's most species-rich ecosystems, their origin and history remain unclear, except on the very short timescale of the last 40,000 years or so. This book looks at their history on a long term geological and global timescale, commencing with the origin of the angiosperms over 100 million years ago which today overwhelmingly dominate the forests. It also establishes the age of the great tropical rain forest blocks and identifies the world s oldest tropical rain forests. Finally, it compares 20th Century tropical rain forest destruction with prehistoric forest clearance in temperate regions, and looks for analogues of the present phase of destruction within the geological record before considering long term implications of total rain forest destruction. The book draws on previously unpublished palynological data generated for petroleum companies during the course of hydrocarbon exploration programmes. It will be of interest to all concerned with tropical rain forests, especially biologists, botanists, ecologists, and students of evolution. It will be invaluable for postgraduates, and advanced undergraduates, as well as stratigraphers, palaeobotainists, palynologists, and petroleum geologists. …

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - The importance of understanding the metabolism of agrochemicals in plants has never been greater. In a world where food safety and environmental concerns are increasing, knowledge of the metabolic processes within plants and the terminal residues of agrochemicals in food crops is invaluable. Written by experts in the agrochemical industry and academia, Metabolism of Agrochemicals in Plants is the first text to give systematic coverage of this important topic. This text brings together the current status of the subject with chapters on regulatory considerations, comparative metabolism of plants and animals, and the different phases of metabolism. Including new and novel research in primary metabolism, herbicide metabolism and bound residues, this work is unique and thoroughly up to date. This is an essential text for chemists and biochemists working in the agrochemical and pharmaceutical industries and academia as well as analytical chemists, regulatory chemists and environmental scientists. Metabolism of Agrochemicals in Plants is a volume in the Wiley Series in Agrochemicals and Plant Protection. This series brings together current scientific and regulatory knowledge and perspectives on all aspects of the use of chemicals and biotechnology in agriculture.; Die Unbedenklichkeit von Nahrungsmitteln und der Schutz der Umwelt haben nie eine größere Rolle gespielt als heute. Daher ist es unabdingbar, möglichst genau Bescheid zu wissen über die pflanzliche Verstoffwechslung von Agrarchemikalien sowie deren Überreste, die gegebenenfalls in der Pflanze verbleiben. Experten der agrarchemischen Industrie aus der ganzen Welt handeln primären Metabolismus, Pflanzenmetabolismus und gebundene Reste in diesem Buch umfassend und auf dem neuesten Stand ab.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Die 'Bibel' der Luftreinhaltungstechnik gibt es jetzt in neuer, erweiterter Auflage! Seit der Erstauflage 1992 waren nicht nur technologische Fortschritte, sondern auch zahlreiche Neuerungen der gesetzlichen Vorschriften zu verzeichnen. Dieser Band gibt Industrie und Behörden Richtlinien und Anleitungen an die Hand, die zum Umsetzen der aktuellen Standards für alle Arten von Gasen und Partikelströmen notwendig sind. Mit einer umfangreichen Liste von URLs, die weiterführende Informationen anbieten. (07/00).…