"Developing Hard Skills" is an essential guide for individuals and organizations aiming to thrive in a constantly evolving professional world. With a comprehensive and practical approach, this e-book offers a structured learning journey through ten chapters that delve into key areas of technical skill development.Starting with an exploration of the fundamentals of Hard Skills, the e-book establishes a solid foundation for understanding the significance of these competencies in toda...

This e-book is a comprehensive journey into the world of mediation, exploring its foundations, techniques, and positive impact. Starting with an introduction that defines what mediation is and its relevance in conflict resolution, you'll be guided through each essential step of the process, from the ethical principles that govern a mediator to the effective conduct of mediation sessions. Throughout the book, you'll discover how to identify conflicts suitable for mediation, establish a cond...

This e-book covers a comprehensive approach to the development of vital interpersonal skills, known as Soft Skills. Each chapter delves into different aspects of personal and professional growth, exploring topics such as effective communication, leadership, emotional intelligence, problem-solving, teamwork, and much more. You will find practical insights, detailed guidance, and strategies to cultivate these valuable skills on your journey.

Now nearing its sixtieth printing in English and translated into nineteen languages, Michael E. Porter's Competitive Strategy has transformed the theory, practice, and teaching of business strategy throughout the world. Electrifying in its simplicity—like all great breakthroughs—Porter’s analysis of industries captures the complexity of industry competition in five underlying forces. Porter introduces one of the most powerful competitive tools yet developed: his three generic stra...

International expert and consultant David Maister offers a brilliant and accessible guide to every management issue at play in professional firms.Professional firms differ from other business enterprises in two distinct ways: first, they provide highly customized services and thus cannot apply many of the management principles developed for product-based industries. Second, professional services are highly personalized, involving the skills of individuals. Such fir...

"The Art of Social Intelligence: Mastering the Skills of Effective Communication" is a comprehensive and transformative guide that empowers individuals to excel in their interpersonal communication abilities and elevate their social intelligence to new heights. In today's interconnected world, effective communication has become a paramount skill for personal and professional success. This book goes beyond superficial techniques and provides a deep understanding of the underlying principles...

Sweeping changes are transforming the financial services industry. More and more Canadians are turning to investment advisors to help them achieve lifelong financial security, but how do we know who to trust with our money and our retirement plans? All too often, argues John DeGoey, an advisor who appears to be a dispassionate professional giving objective advice turns out to be a salesperson, recommending a product because of the size of the embedded commission.Where does the future lie f...

Are you getting stuck in life, facing a road block and no where to go? Well, you are not alone. In fact, almost everyone encounters blockage somewhere in their life, and it's how we overcome these blockages and move forward. Having a life coach can guide you through difficulties in life. They will oversee all your problems, and giving good advices and motivate you to move forward. This ebook compiles tons of tips from REAL life coaches around the world, sharing what they kn...

Most companies today have some commitment to corporate social responsibility, but implementing these initiatives can be particularly challenging. While a lot has been written on ethical and strategic factors, there is still a dearth of information on the practical nuts and bolts. And whereas with most other organizational initiatives the sole objective is improved financial performance, sustainability broadens the focus to include social and environmental performance, which is much more di...

Digital leaders are those who carry themselves with an air of confidence, vision, direction, and with the right dose of anger and empathy to fight for the better world. It is the level of consciousness of the leader, or the level of self-development in regards to the ability to embody the human experience, inspire both self and others, influence the surrounding positively, and innovate both hard things such as products/services, and soft things such as communication or culture, to make the...

The ultimate "how-to-do-it" guide for corporate leaders, strategists, academics, sustainability consultants, and anyone else with an interest in actually making sustainability work for organizations. An updated edition of a landmark book at a time when a growing number of corporate leaders are asking for urgent help in "getting this done".

A new look at delivering effective shareholder value from Peter Kontes, a true leader in the world of strategic managementIn The CEO, Strategy, and Shareholder Value, Peter Kontes, a true leader in the strategic management field, outlines the key to creating and growing shareholder value. The proper focus, contends Kontes, is in using quantitative measurements as guideposts on the path to success. The book first outlines the basics of the argument Kontes i...