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Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Whether you're a devout neatnik or a free spirit who likes to draw designs in dust, Cleaning & Stain Removal For Dummies is for you. It helps you make quick work of dirty work with all kinds of practical tips and techniques, plus trade secrets used by the pros. You'll learn how to use the proper equipment and tackle specific cleaning challenges, including - Floors, walls, and ceilings - The kitchen and bathrooms - Furniture and furnishings - Appliances and equipment - Windows - Bicycles and cars - Clothes and laundry - Decks, driveways, and patios There are whole sections on removing stains and tackling 101 common problems that you'll use as a reference when faced with life's inevitable spills and mishaps. Author Gill Chilton, a columnist who writes home tips for Family Circle, doesn't just give tips to make cleaning easier, but provides tips to make life easier, including: - A room-by-room guide to what needs to be done, and how often - Daily and weekly lists so you can stay on top of things - Quick fixes before unexpected guests arrive - How to get the most results in the least time A perfect gift for young people going off to school or setting up a house for the first time, for adults suddenly forced to take responsibility for a modicum of cleanliness, or for experienced housekeepers who want to learn short-cuts and money-savers, this is the book that helps people get off to a clean start. …

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - It's easy to identify rage in people who lose their temper at traffic jams, unruly children, unresponsive coworkers, and unrealistic bosses. But we may not recognize more subtle manifestations of anger, such as being uncomfortable with loose ends, acting impatiently, or being overly critical. That is anger, too. And, as is so often the case, angry folks don't seem to realize that the behavior causing them problems at home or at work actually stems from unrecognized and unresolved pain and emotional injuries from the past. Is all this negative emotion inevitable, or are there choices about how to respond, choices that can improve personal relationships as well as emotional health The Anger Trap is a landmark book that strips away the myths and misconceptions about anger and reveals how you can learn to distinguish between healthy and unhealthy anger so that you may choose-or help someone else to choose-a better, more spiritually enlightened path. The Anger Trap examines the root causes of anger and can help you realize your patterns and break the destructive cycles of criticism, frustration, and irritation that hurt you and others around you. Drawing insight from timeless spiritual wisdom as well as cutting-edge research, Dr. Carter offers practical techniques to free you from anger, its hidden insecurities, fears, and selfishness and thereby improve the quality of your home and workplace life. The book clearly illustrates how the change process works and The Anger Trap is filled with real-life examples of the ways people have come to terms with their anger by applying the concepts Dr. Carter outlines.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - A plain-language guide to buying a home, taking account of the current price of houses exceeding the average wage. Full of advice explaining alternative ways of getting on the property ladder.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - It is easy to see that local success of a product or service can cross international boundaries. The success of companies such as Toyota, McDonalds and Chanel prove this. But there are also many examples where success at a local level has failed to translate into international success and this is mainly because of the different tastes and preferences of the customer in different destination cultures. All marketing activity across cultures must take heed of this, or risk failure. Marketing Across Cultrues shows you how. Topics such as market research , branding and franchising, e-marketing, strategic marketing and marketing across ethnic boundaries are all covered. The authors provide numerous case studies and a seven dimension model of culture which help create a framework based on the recognition, respect and reconciliation of cultural differences.Marketing Across Cultures and all books in the Culture for Business Series offer structured solutions for tackling complex business problems for: Forward thinkers in senior management, business unit leaders, cross-functional and cross-cultural team leaders Consultants Students of Executive Development programmes.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Invaluable advice, tips, and guidelines for selling your home the affordable way--yourself With the high commissions being charged in today's housing market and the convenience of the Internet as a selling tool, many Americans find it more affordable to sell their own homes. This new edition of the indispensable home seller's how-to guide can save you thousands of dollars in real estate fees and commissions by showing you how to successfully market, negotiate, close, and wrap up the sale of your home-without paying a broker's high fees. Updated and revised to reflect all the latest trends in real estate, this popular classic takes you through the ABCs of doing it yourself-from making a plan to making a profit when you close. Selling your own home can be tricky; this Fourth Edition provides all the tools and advice you need to save on fees, with: \* Worksheets, checklists, sample contracts, and other helpful documents \* New chapters on seller financing and second mortgages \* The latest tax law changes that affect home sellers \* Tips on how to get a buyer to assume your existing mortgage \* Guidance on using the Internet to sell your home \* Information on using land sale contracts, contracts for deed, wrap-around mortgages, and all-inclusive trust deeds (AITDs) With its step-by-step guidance and its wealth of helpful tools, How to Sell Your Home Without a Broker will help you find a buyer as quickly-and cheaply-as possible.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Leaders face numerous critical crossroads in their careers, moments that can either provide extraordinary learning and growth opportunities, or trap and prevent their further development. The good thing about these rites of passages is that they're predictable, and with proper preparation, leaders not only can weather them but also become more effective leaders as a result. This book lays out specific 'leadership passages' based on the authors' research, interviews, and coaching experiences in such well-known companies as Johnson & Johnson, Novartis, Intel, GE, and Bank of America. For each passage, the authors describe what to expect, how the passage constitutes a choice point, and what effective leaders do to navigate and grow from the challenge. Some of these passages include: moving into a leadership role for the first time, dealing with failure or the loss of a job, losing faith in 'the system,' understanding the importance of family and friends, and the impact of personal upheavals such as divorce, illness, and death. The authors provide a wealth of practical tools and techniques to improve leadership skills, along with real-life examples from well-known leaders.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Your Financial Action Plan outlines twelve simple steps that will improve your level of financial literacy as well as help you forge the financial future you desire.Today, financial knowledge means financial power, and in Your Financial Action Plan, you ll be introduced to the important personal financial issues that affect your life.With this book as your guide, you ll learn how to: Make the most of your mortgage Maintain a good credit rating Build your retirement savings Negotiate with your local bank to get the best deals Navigate the ins and outs of insurance Create a will Handle tax deductions and credits And much moreFilled with practical guidance and extensive expertise, Your Financial Action Plan will help you build the type of financial life you ve always wanted.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - This practical, real-world guide gives investors all the tools they need to make wise decisions when weighing the value and potential of investment properties. Written for old pros as well as novice investors, this friendly, straightforward guide walks readers step by step through every stage of property analysis. Whether you're buying or selling, investing in big commercial properties or single-family rentals, you'll find expert guidance and handy resources on every aspect of real estate finance, including: \* Proven, effective valuation techniques \* Finance tips for all different kinds of property \* How various financing strategies affect investments \* Structuring financial instruments, including leverage, debt, equity, and partnerships \* Measurements and ratios for investment performance, including capitalization rates and gross rent multiplier ratios \* Future and present value analysis \* How the appraisal process works \* Primary appraisal methods-replacement cost, sales comparison, and income capitalization-and how to know which one to use \* How to understand financial statements, including income, balance, and cash flow \* Case studies for single-family rentals, multifamily conversions, apartment complexes, and commercial office space \* A detailed glossary of important real estate terminology.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - In this provocative book, Margaret Heffernan, former CEO and Fast Company contributor, fuses her own experience with that of hundreds of women to identify the biggest challenges and the best solutions that women face today. From VPs of Fortune 100 companies to entrepreneurs to women just starting their careers, she traces the patterns and themes underlying women's power, choices, love, sex, money, and many other vital topics for working women. Without sugar-coating the facts, preaching, or oversimplifying, she offers solutions and shares the truth about the working world: women's choices are limited, you can't have it all, women do work differently from men and, yes, it is possible to find success amidst all of this and feel good about it. 'Finally! A book that exposes the masculine myths about what it takes to be effective in business and helps women reclaim the relational intelligence we have been taught to ignore. A must-read for all women who want to increase their power and influence in the workplace-especially those who are thinking of leaving because they are tired of the corporate gamesmanship that requires splitting themselves into a 'work me' and a 'home me.'' -Joyce K. Fletcher, professor of management, Simmons School of Management, Boston, Massachusetts Order your copy today.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - A twenty-first-century update to the modern business classic . . .For more than fifteen years, this handy guide has provided entrepreneurs and small business owners with a simple, step-by-step plan for buying or selling a business-without their own special team of lawyers and accountants. Written by leading business attorney Robert Klueger, this up-to-date guide now includes everything you need to know about recent tax law changes, as well as an entirely new chapter on limited liability companies. It answers all your critical questions, covering everything from the valuation of a business through the negotiation stages to closing the deal.Packed with the kind of real-world guidance you can only get from a professional, Buying & Selling a Business, Second Edition shows you how to: Choose a business that s right for you Evaluate the business, determine why the seller is selling, analyze the seller s operations, and analyze balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow Negotiate effectively-including negotiating for price, timing, stock and asset agreements, noncompetitive agreements, and more Buy a franchise-key considerations that make a franchise different Ensure a hassle-free closing with no surprises.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - In this major new book, Wolfgang Behringer surveys the phenomenon of witchcraft past and present. Drawing on the latest historical and anthropological findings, Behringer sheds new light on the history of European witchcraft, while demonstrating that witch-hunts are not simply part of the European past. Although witch-hunts have long since been outlawed in Europe, other societies have struggled with the idea that witchcraft does not exist. As Behringer shows, witch-hunts continue to pose a major problem in Africa and among tribal people in America, Asia and Australia. The belief that certain people are able to cause harm by supernatural powers endures throughout the world today.Wolfgang Behringer explores the idea of witchcraft as an anthropological phenomenon with a historical dimension, aiming to outline and to understand the meaning of large-scale witchcraft persecutions in early modern Europe and in present-day Africa. He deals systematically with the belief in witchcraft and the persecution of witches, as well as with the process of outlawing witch-hunts. He examines the impact of anti-witch-hunt legislation in Europe, and discusses the problems caused in societies where European law was imposed in colonial times. In conclusion, the relationship between witches old and new is assessed.This book will make essential reading for all those interested in the history and anthropology of witchcraft and magic.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'The literature on narrative inquiry has been, until now, widely scattered and theoretically incomplete. Clandinin and Connelly have created a major tour de force. This book is lucid, fluid, beautifully argued, and rich in examples. Students will find a wealth of arguments to support their research, and teaching faculty will find everything they need to teach narrative inquiry theory and methods.'-Yvonna S. Lincoln, professor, Department of Educational Administration, Texas A&M University Understanding experience as lived and told stories--also known as narrative inquiry--has gained popularity and credence in qualitative research. Unlike more traditional methods, narrative inquiry successfully captures personal and human dimensions that cannot be quantified into dry facts and numerical data. In this definitive guide, Jean Clandinin and Michael Connelly draw from more than twenty years of field experience to show how narrative inquiry can be used in educational and social science research. Tracing the origins of narrative inquiry in the social sciences, they offer new and practical ideas for conducting fieldwork, composing field notes, and conveying research results. Throughout the book, stories and examples reveal a wide range of narrative methods. Engaging and easy to read, Narrative Inquiry is a practical resource from experts who have long pioneered the use of narrative in qualitative research.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - In Boardroom Excellence, author Paul Brountas, a corporate attorney with more than forty years experience, discusses the qualities and components of effective boards in today's post-Enron environment. Written in a concise format, the book is filled with informative practical advice for board members of private, public, and nonprofit organizations. Boardroom Excellence contains an informed discussion of fundamental corporate governance issues, including the duties and responsibilities of directors and the proper interaction of the board with the CEO and management. Brountas reveals how board members can be most effective when they are independent, possess integrity, are well-informed and involved, and are proactive. Boardroom Excellence offers timely information about\* Establishing the values and qualities that board members should possess\* Developing an environment in the boardroom where skepticism and serious discussion are encouraged\* Understanding what the CEO expects of the board and what the board expects of the CEO\* Creating effective independent audit, compensation, nominating, and governance committees\* Formulating guidelines for periodic evaluation of the performance of the board and individual board members.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - The same critical information top business schools teachBased on Professor Stralser's popular seminar series, MBA in a Day is specifically designed for the busy professional (physician, attorney, architect, nonprofit executive, etc.) or entrepreneur/small business owner, who needs to know about the 'business-side' of their practice, organization or business. With comprehensive coverage of vital business topics, important concepts and proven strategies taught at top graduate schools, this handy book offers a complete business education without the hassle of enrolling in an MBA program. Divided into four sections covering management and policy; economics, finance, and accounting; marketing; and systems and processes; this straightforward guide is easy to navigate and simple to use. Packed with illustrative examples, helpful anecdotes, and real-world case studies, this commonsense guide covers everything busy professionals would learn at the very best business schools-if they only had the time.Steven Stralser, PhD (Phoenix, AZ), is Clinical Professor and Managing Director, The Global Entrepreneurship Center at Thunderbird: The American Graduate School of International Management and founder and CEO of The Center for Professional Development, Inc., an organization dedicated to post-graduate training and education of today's professionals.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - How companies turn value-added into real profitsThe Dollarization Discipline shows organizations and marketers how to effectively communicate the economic value created by their products and services. Too often, when companies compete using conventional sales and marketing approaches, they force customers to make financial decisions (how much to spend), based on non-financial arguments (product features and benefits). On this playing field, the company that can show true financial advantage in real dollars and cents wins every time. This book offers a step-by-step strategy for doing just that.Every day, good companies suffer because they create value for customers but aren't able to keep their fair share. This is because most marketers can't fully explain the value customers get from their products, and the argument falls to the lowest common denominator-price. The solution is an approach to sales and marketing that goes beyond articulating features and benefits, but calculates the monetary value a customer receives from a product or service. This enables the seller to price the product as a true reflection of its value-and also let's the seller prove it to the customer!With real case studies and detailed, step-by-step guidance on effective dollarization, The Dollarization Discipline finally offers a practical, straightforward way for marketers and business leaders to prove the value of their 'value-added.'Jeffrey J. Fox (Gilford, New Hampshire) is the founder and President of Fox & Company, Inc., a marketing consulting firm. Fox is also the author of the bestsellers How to Become a CEO, How to Become a Rainmaker, and How to Become a Great Boss. Richard C. Gregory (Farmington, Connecticut) is a Senior Consultant with Fox & Company.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Packed with fun-filled word scrambles, categorization tasks, and writing activities, What's Up in Science will develop critical thinking and analytical skills in your students. While solutions are provided for the puzzle exercises, some of the problems are open-ended and have no definitive answers, showing that scientific inquiry generates tough questions and that knowledge changes as new evidence becomes available.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - \* Shows film and video makers new to Final Cut Pro how to get down to work with this complicated, professional-level video editing software\* The Macintosh platform, which includes Final Cut Pro, owns 58 percent of the video editing software market\* Topics covered include working with new program features, organizing media, using advanced editing tools, harnessing audio and video filters, applying transitions, creating motion effects, compositing, rendering, and outputting to tape, CD, DVD, or the Web.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Most marketing and branding books fall into one of two camps: either they are about leaders or they assume that brands can be managed by process alone. The Pirate Inside is different. It forwards the idea that brands are about people, and Challenger Brands are driven by a certain kind of person in a certain kind of way. Challenger Brands don't rely on CEOs or founders, but on the people within the organization whose personal qualities and approach to what they do make the difference between whether the brand turns to gold or falls to dust.In line with this thinking, The Pirate Inside forwards two key questions: what does it take to be the driver or guardian of a successful Challenger Brand, and what are the demands made by this on character and corporate culture Building on his answers, Adam Morgan then explores the critical issue of whether big, multi-brand companies can create Challenger micro-climates within their companies, and the benefits that they might achieve by doing so.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Praise for Master the Media to Attract Your Ideal Clients 'This book is a marketing masterpiece. It should be required reading for all financial professionals.' -Janine Wertheim, Chief Marketing Officer Securities America, Inc. 'Marketing is the lifeblood of any practice. The media is the most effective and cost-efficient way to market. Unfortunately, most practitioners only dream of media attention. No more-Derrick Kinney delivers on his promise to help you 'master the media.'' -Harold Evensky, CFP author, Wealth Management 'This fast-moving, practical book gives you a step-by-step process to multiply your results and dramatically increase your exposure and name recognition. A classic!' -Brian Tracy, President, Brian Tracy International author, Create Your Own Future 'Kinney offers an easy and effective 'how-to' approach for financial producers to gain recognition and credibility by becoming media sources. If you want to take your business to the next level, this book can help you get there.' -Gail S. Waisanen, CLU, Editor, Life Insurance Selling 'Derrick Kinney has built an effective marketing system that every advisor can use to help grow their business and attract more profitable clients.' -John J. Bowen Jr., CEO, CEG Worldwide, LLC columnist for Financial Planning.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Fashion deals with a world of illusion on the one hand and a hard-bitten, multifaceted and multi-billion pound industry on the other. This stimulating book clarifies how fashion operates on all its levels: the mystery of haute couture is explained, the complexities of ready to wear are simplified, and the power of mass production assessed and evaluated. Fashion terms, their use and meaning are explained in plain words and the complicated stages of design, manufacture and distribution are described in detail. Also included are sections on bespoke tailoring, wholesale menswear, dressmaking, millinery and accessories, the fashion calendar and short biographies on the most influential designers.Every follower of fashion, whether at college or in big business, will welcome the information presented in this book.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Don't shut down by accident A carefully planned shutdown will improve your plant's safety and efficiency, while one that 'just happens' can be disastrous. Developed from the author's highly successful seminars, this book takes you step by step through successfully managing production shutdowns. Identify what must be done, schedule equipment and staff, use project-management software, and save both dollars and downtime. \* Prioritize needs and identify what can be accomplished within time and budget constraints \* Determine whether outside help is required \* Schedule the order and priority of projects \* Learn to use CPM (Critical Path Methods) or PERT (Program Evaluation Review Technique) \* Plan for new or additional work that may arise during a shutdown \* Report and document preparation and execution \* Identify and record future needs the shutdown reveals.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - For contractors and do-it-yourselfers alike, this book features professional estimates for popular exterior remodeling and repair projects.RSMeans Exterior Home Improvement Costs includes more than 65 projects with complete, customizable cost breakdowns for doing the work - with or without a contractor. You'll have access to current costs for your location on the most popular remodeling projects, including: - Room additions, garages and sunrooms - Decks, patios, porches and pergolas - Landscaping, sprinkler systems and outdoor lighting - Fences, walls, driveways and walkways - New windows and doors - Roofing, siding and painting Exterior Home Improvement Costs includes a description of what materials are needed, how much they will cost, and how long the work will take. You'll know what skills are required to do it yourself, and how much a contractor is likely to charge if you decide to use a professional. Find out which improvements have the best payback when it comes time to sell your house, and get expert tips on working with contractors and architects. Included with the book is a handy checklist to use when selecting your materials and comparing prices.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Here's the real plumber's friend This fully revised guide gives you plumbing essentials, illustrations, tips, shortcuts - the lowdown on brazing, soldering, pipe fittings, commercial water coolers, automatic bathroom systems, and more. All this and much more \* Includes tables, diagrams, and working drawings \* Provides necessary math and metric information \* Features a chapter on dental office plumbing \* Explains and identifies the right plumbing tools for each job \* Illustrates appropriate vents and venting methods \* Covers the Sloan flush valve, Oasis water coolers, the Sovent system, 1.6-gallon flush toilets, and solar system water heaters \* Useful for homeowners as well as plumbing professionals. …

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - An annual publication of the Professional and Organizational Development (POD) Network in Higher Education, volume 23 of To Improve the Academy is a collection of articles that explore the emerging climate of change is providing a backdrop for the concerns and constituents of higher education. In particular, the authors focus on promoting excellence in teaching and learning through faculty renewal. To Improve the Academy, Volume 23, describes the ways in which faculty development is changing and offers insight on how to manage these changes. It is divided into three sections - Section I, Faculty Development in a Climate of Change: addresses the environment for scholarship and learning, how to lead change in the culture of assessment, and explains the role of teaching and learning centers - Section II, Quality of Work Life for Faculty and Faculty Developers: investigates strategies for creating vital and equitable work environments for faculty - Section III, Best Practices for Faculty Development: explores various approaches to faculty development, including the use of data, cultivating community, service-learning, and integrating junior faculty, graduate students, and part-time faculty into the institution This book offers an essential resource for improvement in higher education to faculty and instructional development staff, department chairs, deans, student services staff, chief academic officers, and educational consultants.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Home wiring is serious business That's why, especially if you're not an electrician, you need the clear, well-ordered guidance in this book-the same one you may have seen in your father's toolbox. Now fully updated to cover home networking and other 21st century developments, this all-new edition gives you the guidelines, rules, and step-by-step instructions you need to do the job safely and with confidence. \* Understand how to use the National Electrical Code (NEC) and meet its requirements \* Install a safe electrical service entrance and branch circuits \* Use the appropriate cables, wires, conduits, and boxes for your home's needs \* Find specialized information about electric heating, mobile home wiring, and other unique applications \* Learn to install wiring for cable TV, telephones, broadband Internet, home networks, and security systems \* Be able to make accurate load calculations.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Intelligence: A Brief History is a lively and accessible look at the origins of the field of intelligence. The book explores the nature and measurement of intelligence, examines approaches to teaching intelligence, and discusses individual and group differences in intelligence. Readers will receive an historical overview of the field as well as a good understanding of its major ideas.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Traditional forms of collaboration are not sufficient for competing effectively in the more complex and dynamic environment of today's business world. Face-to-face meetings between people of similar backgrounds have given way to increasingly complex working relationships. Organizations must be able to gain rapid access to knowledgeable people to meet constantly changing conditions and demands. More fluid, flexible, and easily reconfigurable collaborative relationships are necessary to produce the innovations that can make or break organizations3/4even entire industries3/4 and provide the opportunities that attract the talented and motivated employees who will make the difference between success and failure.Business Without Boundaries helps managers address these challenges. The authors explore a number of wide-ranging, real-world cases to identify hands-on principles for successful collaboration. They offer managers and executives practical steps and tools for creating, facilitating, and supporting complex collaborations throughout their organizations. And they explain how to 'team' across boundaries in the new global economy. The recommendations are specific enough to apply to particular forms of complex collaboration (for example supply chains, global product development teams, interorganizational alliances) but general enough to apply to new forms that have yet to emerge.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - This brand new text, is an essential practical guide for juniordoctors and medical students making the transition from medicalschool to life on the wards. . I think that this book is an excellent idea. 4th yearmedical studentThe hands-on guide to imaging takes a systems focusedapproach and is very easy to consult when on the job. Written tohelp you get the most of your Radiology department, this book givesyou:Pointers on how to evaluate the appropriate RadiologyrequiredReference on patient care and preparationGuidance on analysing results and patient feedbackAdvice on following the correct proceduresThe best information about imaging techniques150 detailed imagesHelp on how to deal effectively with the RadiologydepartmentHealth and Safety adviceHints on how to organise paperwork and work through the mass ofhospital formsDetails on how to manage budgets effectivelyA quick reference, pocket-sized reassuranceThis book intends to help you understand the practical issuesthat aren t taught at Medical School. Why not see for yourself howit can help you.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - American society thrives on innovation, which is advanced by the quality and productivity of research from higher education faculty. It is therefore typical for the responsibility of nurturing and sustaining faculty research to fall upon department chairs and deans at postsecondary schools. In The Research-Productive Department, the authors recognize the importance of this task, and share tested strategies for facilitating quality faculty research and promoting an institution's overall vitality. Many such books written for department chairs and deans have chosen to address the full range of leadership and management tasks that typically occupy this readership. However, few have narrowed their scope-as this book does-to the important leadership tasks that influence the overall success of academic departments in one critical area: research. This book features the experiences of nearly 40 leaders from well-respected research institutions from across the country. It offers specific, useful recommendations for academic leaders seeking to promote high levels of research productivity, including insight on: recruitment practices, mentoring programs, reward systems, culture-building activities, and the distribution of fiscal as well as human resources. An eminently practical book, The Research-Productive Department provides readers with two essential tool sets: a user-friendly summary of over 40 years of literature on the characteristics of research-productive organizations, plus a wealth of descriptive examples of how these characteristics are actually manifest in a large number of research-productive academic departments and schools. This book is an engaging exposition of best practices that readers can adapt as befits their own institutional settings.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - A powerful look at the risks inherent in the trend toward making higher education a market rather than a regulated public sector, The Future of Higher Education reveals the findings of an extensive four-year investigation into the major forces that are transforming our American system of higher education. The book explores the challenges of intensified competition among institutions, globalization of colleges and universities, the expansion of the new for-profit and virtual institutions, and the influence of technology on learning. This important resource offers college and university leaders and policy makers an analysis of the impact of these forces of change and includes suggestions for creating an effective higher education market as well as a call for a renewed focus on the public purposes of higher education.…