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Hardcover. This book proposes three questions that every leader must ask themselves, to shape and define what they want to achieve while they are leading. It then offers practical advice and case study examples so that these goals can be reached. Num Pages: 176 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KJMB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 241 x 165 x 16. Weight in Grams: 422.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 176
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230202597
- ISBN
- 9780230202597
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 83.44
€ 83.44
Hardcover. People need a degree of free choice for creativity and change to happen. But they must also have boundaries. At one level this is what politics and business are all about. Too much of the wrong sort of control and the system becomes bureaucratic or tyrannical, too little and it becomes arbitrary and chaotic. Num Pages: 166 pages, biography. BIC Classification: AN; KJM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 165 x 16. Weight in Grams: 408.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 168
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230201996
- ISBN
- 9780230201996
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 77.75
€ 77.75
Hardcover. The authors offer an approach to leadership practice which is more appropriate for the challenges of today's digitally networked economy. They conclude that, contrary to popular opinion, the practices proposed are not provoked by leadership education as they are evoked from a deep emotional feel for leading and leadership. Num Pages: 192 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KJMB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 235 x 165 x 17. Weight in Grams: 398.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 192
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230201910
- ISBN
- 9780230201910
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 66.97
€ 66.97
Hardcover. Employing a discourse analytical approach this book focuses on the under-researched strategy of humour to illustrate how discursive performances of leadership are influenced by gender and workplace culture. Far from being a superfluous strategy that distracts from business, humour performs a myriad of important functions in the workplace context. Num Pages: 173 pages, biography. BIC Classification: CFB; CFG; KJMB. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 223 x 145 x 14. Weight in Grams: 320.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 174
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230201804
- ISBN
- 9780230201804
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 66.40
€ 66.40
Hardcover. How can Multinational Corporations effectively manage and control their subsidiaries in transition countries? This empirical study on 40 MNCs operating in Central and Eastern Europe provides insights onto how the transition context and the culture of the region impact the choice and effectiveness of Headquarters control in subsidiaries. Num Pages: 320 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1DF; 1DV; KJM; KJVG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 216 x 155 x 23. Weight in Grams: 510.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230201408
- ISBN
- 9780230201408
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 67.48
€ 67.48
Hardcover. Drawing upon current literature on the history and politics of therapeutic cultures and upon original, qualitative research this book was produced in response to rapidly growing interest in the rise of 'new' HRD practices such as coaching, 'soft skills' training and personal development training. Num Pages: 266 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KJMV2. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 222 x 139 x 21. Weight in Grams: 448.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 272
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230201361
- ISBN
- 9780230201361
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 67.03
€ 67.03
Cross-Sector Leadership for the Green Economy: Integrating Research an...
Marcus, Alfred, Shrivastava, Paul, Sharma, Sa...
Hardcover. Technology breakthroughs in sustainable renewable energy and energy conservation technologies require that there be a strong institutional ecosystem in place which supports innovation, but the nature of this foundation and how it works is not well-known. Becoming a leader necessitates new forms of cross-sector cooperation. Editor(s): Marcus, Alfred; Shrivastava, Paul; Sharma, Sanjay; Pogutz, Stefano. Num Pages: 326 pages, 9 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: KCN; KJMB; KJMP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 240 x 157 x 24. Weight in Grams: 656.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 368
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230119406
- ISBN
- 9780230119406
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 129.29
€ 129.29
Stories to Tell Your Students: Transforming toward Organizational Grow...
Marques, Joan, Dhiman, Satinder, Biberman, Je...
Hardcover. This non-traditional, OB-oriented book is designed to provide teachers in Organizational Behavior and management courses, as well as corporate workshops, with a highly effective way to address important issues in modern-days' management and organizational behavior-related issues. Editor(s): Marques, Joan; Dhiman, Satinder; Biberman, Jerry. Num Pages: 224 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: KJMB; KJU. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 242 x 157 x 17. Weight in Grams: 492.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 224
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230116788
- ISBN
- 9780230116788
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 67.09
€ 67.09
Hardcover. The approach to project management is too often formulaic, describing what should be done, but not describing why those actions are important. This book outlines the what and how of project management, emphasizing why actions matter, the overall intention of the formulaic steps, and the strengths or weakness of various tools and techniques. Num Pages: 343 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KJMP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 237 x 162 x 30. Weight in Grams: 708.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 352
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230112179
- ISBN
- 9780230112179
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 52.70€ 48.64
€ 52.70
€ 48.64
Hardcover. Inside the Multi-Generational Family is an inside look at how familial relationships affect the success or the failure of the family business. Many family business owners encounter conflict between siblings, children, and other relatives--especially when they're all involved with the business. Series: A Family Business Publication. Num Pages: 209 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KJC; KJMD; KJV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 240 x 160 x 20. Weight in Grams: 423.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Edition
- 1st Printing
- Number of pages
- 208
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230111844
- ISBN
- 9780230111844
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 31.99€ 27.93
€ 31.99
€ 27.93
Paperback. Healthy growth is critical to the future of any business - too many rash decisions can lead to the demise of a family business. Author Jennifer Pendergast provides readers with practical knowledge to help determine whether to grow, what type of growth is healthy and sustainable and what the future potential is for any business. Series: A Family Business Publication. Num Pages: 100 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KJH; KJMB; KJU. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 209 x 142 x 5. Weight in Grams: 116.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Edition
- Reprint
- Number of pages
- 104
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230111240
- ISBN
- 9780230111240
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 26.99€ 23.86
€ 26.99
€ 23.86
Effective Leadership in the Family Business (Family Business Leadershi...
Mendoza, Drew S., Baskin, Otis W., Aronoff, C...
Paperback. Identifying and developing leaders in a family business can be more difficult than traditional business. Here Aronoff and Baskin discuss the different styles of leadership and what style might work with what family member--including the Directing Leader, the Coaching Leader, the Counseling Leader and the Delegating Leader. Series: A Family Business Publication. Num Pages: 99 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KJH; KJMB; KJU. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 209 x 141 x 7. Weight in Grams: 120.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 108
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230111172
- ISBN
- 9780230111172
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 25.99€ 21.44
€ 25.99
€ 21.44
Paperback. Letting Go helps family business owners and CEOs make the decision to begin succession planning. It provides new ways of thinking about giving up control of the family business and explores practical strategies for preparing, managing, and carrying out the decision to do so. Series: A Family Business Publication. Num Pages: 105 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KJH; KJMB; KJU. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 209 x 141 x 7. Weight in Grams: 122.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Edition
- Reprint
- Number of pages
- 108
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230111158
- ISBN
- 9780230111158
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 30.99€ 27.03
€ 30.99
€ 27.03
Make Change Your Family Business Tradition (Family Business Leadership...
Mendoza, Drew S., Ward, John L.
Paperback. Family businesses that expect to endure over a long period of time must learn to respond and adapt to a rapidly changing environment. The authors provide a new appreciation for the importance of change and the tools necessary to incorporate change as a company tradition. Series: A Family Business Publication. Num Pages: 92 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KJH; KJMB; KJU. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 209 x 141 x 7. Weight in Grams: 114.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Edition
- Reprint
- Number of pages
- 100
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230111127
- ISBN
- 9780230111127
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 25.99€ 23.31
€ 25.99
€ 23.31
Managing in the Twenty-first Century: Transforming Toward Mutual Growt...
Marques, Joan, Dhiman, Satinder, Biberman, Je...
Hardcover. The purpose of this work is to enhance understanding and the overall learning experience in OB, and ultimately, to help shape a more conscious workforce of people who have what it takes to succeed during uncertain times despite the ebb and flow of the market. Num Pages: 239 pages, 23 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: KJMD; KJMV; KJU. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 177 x 242 x 20. Weight in Grams: 510.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 240
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230110571
- ISBN
- 9780230110571
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 161.16
€ 161.16
Hardcover. Building upon the work of Donald Schon, this edited collection expands the research into the idea of the reflexive practice - understanding how to create better solution-oriented practices for business during turbulent and chaotic situations. Num Pages: 263 pages, 2 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: KJM; KJU. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 216 x 147 x 19. Weight in Grams: 404. Professional Thinking for a Turbulent World. 264 pages, Illustrations. Building upon the work of Donald Schon, this edited collection expands the research into the idea of the reflexive practice - understanding how to create better solution-oriented practices for business during turbulent and chaotic situations. Cateogry: (P) Professional & Vocational. BIC Classification: KJM; KJU. Dimension: 216 x 147 x 19. Weight: 404.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 264
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230103948
- ISBN
- 9780230103948
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 127.76
€ 127.76
Making the Invisible Visible: Understanding Leadership Contributions o...
Thatchenkery, Tojo, Sugiyama, Keimei
Hardcover. Making the Invisible Visible is a study of Asian Americans in the workplace and provides a framework through which to transform the same qualities that are contributing to this invisibility phenomenon into a positive leadership approach that provides a counterweight to balance the showmanship approach to leadership. Num Pages: 212 pages, 10 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JFSL3; KJMB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 223 x 141 x 17. Weight in Grams: 388. Understanding Leadership Contributions of Asian Minorities in the Workplace. 212 pages, Illustrations. Making the Invisible Visible is a study of Asian Americans in the workplace and provides a framework through which to transform the same qualities that are contributing to this invisibility phenomenon into a positive leadership approach that provides a counterweight to balance the showmanship approach to leadership. Cateogry: (P) Professional & Vocational. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JFSL3; KJMB. Dimension: 223 x 141 x 17. Weight: 374.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230103061
- ISBN
- 9780230103061
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 149.47
€ 149.47
Hardcover. Companies and work have undergone significant change, and a new productive model has emerged. This book shows how the model works, showing its high degree of coherence in terms of the integration of functions within companies. This book creates a new and challenging theory of services, rooted in the concrete experience of workshops and offices. Num Pages: 250 pages, 3 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: JHBL; KJMV2. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 223 x 138 x 19. Weight in Grams: 436.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Edition
- First Edition
- Number of pages
- 252
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230013636
- ISBN
- 9780230013636
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 66.95
€ 66.95
Knowledge Creation Processes: Theory and Empirical Evidence from Knowl...
Martín de Castro, Gregorio, López Sáez, Pe...
Hardcover. The capability to create and apply new knowledge is one of the main sources of sustained competitive advantage, yet there are few empirical studies of this. This book develops an improved and extended theoretical model about knowledge creation and transfer within organizations, testing it empirically with a survey in 115 knowledge-intensive firms. Num Pages: 221 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KJF; KJM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 223 x 138 x 18. Weight in Grams: 396.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Edition
- First Edition
- Number of pages
- 224
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230013629
- ISBN
- 9780230013629
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 127.42
€ 127.42
Hardcover. Dealing with high-stakes risk potentials is dependent on getting to grips with easy to understand, yet difficult to apply, criteria for decision. With a fresh, honest approach, this book shows why scientific assessments of catastrophic risk based on averages don't work, and sets the stage for making the tough choice between precaution and fatalism. Num Pages: 181 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KCX; KJMV1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College); (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 222 x 161 x 15. Weight in Grams: 354.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Number of pages
- 184
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230013520
- ISBN
- 9780230013520
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 127.16
€ 127.16