Decision Making & Problem Solving in Management & Leadership & Business & Finance eBooks

SELFISH ALTRUISM: Managing & Executing Successful Change Initiatives

by Moe Glenner ...

Albert Einstein famously said, "Insanity is doing the same thing, over and over again, and expecting different results". Life is all about change and organizational life is not any different. But how well do we understand change, other than when suddenly we are forced into it?As humans, we crave stability and change seemingly upsets the status quo, as it well should. Selfish Altruism is all about ... Read more

$10.98 CAD

Albert Einstein famously said, "Insanity is doing the same thing, over and over again, and expecting different results". Life is all about change and organizational life is not any different. But how well do we understand change, other than when suddenly we are forced into it?As humans, we crave stability and change seemingly upsets the status quo, as it well should. Selfish Altruism is all about
... Read more
Individuals in B2B Marketing

Sensemaking and Action in Context

Edited by Maria Ivanova-Gongne, Lasse Torkkeli, Nikolina Koporcic, Wilhelm Barner-Rаsmussen ...

Series series Routledge Studies in Marketing
The business world consists of interlinked entities, which require acting cooperatively in order to reach the desired aims. Individuals are at the core of business-to-business (B2B) marketing and are responsible for making decisions, negotiating, networking, branding, and all other of the firm’s vital processes. Especially in small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), the role of individuals is ... Read more

$89.99 CAD

The business world consists of interlinked entities, which require acting cooperatively in order to reach the desired aims. Individuals are at the core of business-to-business (B2B) marketing and are responsible for making decisions, negotiating, networking, branding, and all other of the firm’s vital processes. Especially in small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), the role of individuals is
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Leading to Excel

Principles of Transformation

by Richard Morrow ...

Transformation, by definition, is a radical change in outcome – not incremental small movements. Too often organizations claim to have a transformation organization, yet little to no evidence of achieving anything close to the level of significant change from their prior state, let alone compared to its own industry’s performance. What are the principles that exist in every transformation?This ... Read more

$61.99 CAD

Transformation, by definition, is a radical change in outcome – not incremental small movements. Too often organizations claim to have a transformation organization, yet little to no evidence of achieving anything close to the level of significant change from their prior state, let alone compared to its own industry’s performance. What are the principles that exist in every transformation?This
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Risk, Surprises and Black Swans

Fundamental Ideas and Concepts in Risk Assessment and Risk Management

by Terje Aven ...

Risk, Surprises and Black Swans provides an in depth analysis of the risk concept with a focus on the critical link to knowledge; and the lack of knowledge, that risk and probability judgements are based on.Based on technical scientific research, this book presents a new perspective to help you understand how to assess and manage surprising, extreme events, known as ‘Black Swans’. This approach ... Read more

$114.99 CAD

Risk, Surprises and Black Swans provides an in depth analysis of the risk concept with a focus on the critical link to knowledge; and the lack of knowledge, that risk and probability judgements are based on.Based on technical scientific research, this book presents a new perspective to help you understand how to assess and manage surprising, extreme events, known as ‘Black Swans’. This approach
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The Chief Financial Officer and Corporate Performance

Finance, Governance and Risk

by Elżbieta Bukalska, Anna Wawryszuk-Misztal, Tomasz Sosnowski ...

Series series Routledge Focus on Economics and Finance
Financial management encompasses a set of complex activities that should be performed by a professional financial manager. Some financial decisions are riskier than others, and as such can result in higher or lower profitability. This risk-return trade-off is the key aspect of financial management. Furthermore, a financial director’s propensity to take risks can lead to less or more conservative ... Read more

$46.99 CAD

Financial management encompasses a set of complex activities that should be performed by a professional financial manager. Some financial decisions are riskier than others, and as such can result in higher or lower profitability. This risk-return trade-off is the key aspect of financial management. Furthermore, a financial director’s propensity to take risks can lead to less or more conservative
... Read more
Customer and Business Analytics

Applied Data Mining for Business Decision Making Using R

by Daniel S. Putler, Robert E. Krider ...

Series series Chapman & Hall/CRC The R Series
Customer and Business Analytics: Applied Data Mining for Business Decision Making Using R explains and demonstrates, via the accompanying open-source software, how advanced analytical tools can address various business problems. It also gives insight into some of the challenges faced when deploying these tools. Extensively classroom-tested, the tex ... Read more

$159.99 CAD

Customer and Business Analytics: Applied Data Mining for Business Decision Making Using R explains and demonstrates, via the accompanying open-source software, how advanced analytical tools can address various business problems. It also gives insight into some of the challenges faced when deploying these tools. Extensively classroom-tested, the tex
... Read more
Collaborative Spaces at Work

Innovation, Creativity and Relations

Edited by Fabrizio Montanari, Elisa Mattarelli, Anna Chiara Scapolan ...

Series series Routledge Advances in Management and Business Studies
Collaborative spaces are more than physical locations of work and production. They present strong identities centered on collaboration, exchange, sense of community, and co-creation, which are expected to create a physical and social atmosphere that facilitates positive social interaction, knowledge sharing, and information exchange. This book explores the complex experiences and social dynamics ... Read more

$86.99 CAD

Collaborative spaces are more than physical locations of work and production. They present strong identities centered on collaboration, exchange, sense of community, and co-creation, which are expected to create a physical and social atmosphere that facilitates positive social interaction, knowledge sharing, and information exchange. This book explores the complex experiences and social dynamics
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A Manager's Guide for Better Decision-Making

Easy to Apply Tools and Techniques

by Abu S.M. Masud ...

Series series Manufacturing and Production Engineering
An important activity for an organization’s leaders and managers is making decisions associated with problem-solving. Making decisions is a complex endeavor where choices are made from courses of action where resources are limited and in the presence of constraints. Written as a guide, this book offers a quantitative approach to decision-making.The process of decision-making is presented from a ... Read more

$103.99 CAD

An important activity for an organization’s leaders and managers is making decisions associated with problem-solving. Making decisions is a complex endeavor where choices are made from courses of action where resources are limited and in the presence of constraints. Written as a guide, this book offers a quantitative approach to decision-making.The process of decision-making is presented from a
... Read more
Practical Ways to Lead an Innovative Organization

Modern Management Made Easy, Book 3

by Johanna Rothman ...

Series Book 3 - Modern Management Made Easy
Would you like your organization to innovate more? Start with your management practices.You might never have seen innovation in management. You are not alone.Learn to create an environment where people can innovate. See how to use the organization’s purpose to manage for better outcomes. Free people to work better and faster.Based on research and backed up by personal stories, you'll see how ... Read more

$18.00 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Would you like your organization to innovate more? Start with your management practices.You might never have seen innovation in management. You are not alone.Learn to create an environment where people can innovate. See how to use the organization’s purpose to manage for better outcomes. Free people to work better and faster.Based on research and backed up by personal stories, you'll see how
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Always Making Progress

The Fundamentals of Continuous Improvement for the Process Industry

by Ian Madden ...

This book guides process-industry professionals from the implementation of the basic foundations of Continuous Improvement (CI) through to an organization where CI is a “way of life” and a defining feature of the culture of the organization.The readers of this book are seeking solutions to such pressing issues as:• Eliminating accidents and near misses.• Reducing customer complaints.• Improving ... Read more

$71.99 CAD

This book guides process-industry professionals from the implementation of the basic foundations of Continuous Improvement (CI) through to an organization where CI is a “way of life” and a defining feature of the culture of the organization.The readers of this book are seeking solutions to such pressing issues as:• Eliminating accidents and near misses.• Reducing customer complaints.• Improving
... Read more
Brand Risk

Adding Risk Literacy to Brand Management

by David Abrahams ...

Brand risk is often narrowly defined as risk to reputation. Yet risk and uncertainty are evident in many aspects of brand performance and marketing operations. Considered and responsible risk-taking is central to effective brand management. Risk literacy is the marketer’s third necessary competence, alongside strategic insight and financial understanding. In Brand Risk, a practical and accessible ... Read more

$81.99 CAD

Brand risk is often narrowly defined as risk to reputation. Yet risk and uncertainty are evident in many aspects of brand performance and marketing operations. Considered and responsible risk-taking is central to effective brand management. Risk literacy is the marketer’s third necessary competence, alongside strategic insight and financial understanding. In Brand Risk, a practical and accessible
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Happiness Through Goal Setting

A Practical Guide to Reflect on and Change the Reasons Why You Pursue Your Most Important Goals in Life

by Christian Ehrlich, Sashenka Milston ...

An evidence-based, practical guide to reflection on the most important goals in life, this book provides a unique framework and thought-provoking exercises to modify personal and professional goals to increase happiness.Why we pursue our most important goals in life is an important question, and the answer we give ourselves greatly influences our happiness. This book presents the goal-striving ... Read more

$71.99 CAD

An evidence-based, practical guide to reflection on the most important goals in life, this book provides a unique framework and thought-provoking exercises to modify personal and professional goals to increase happiness.Why we pursue our most important goals in life is an important question, and the answer we give ourselves greatly influences our happiness. This book presents the goal-striving
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The Leadership Mind Switch: Rethinking How We Lead in the New World of Work

by D. A. Benton, Kylie Wright-Ford ...

Lead your company to success in the New Industrial Revolution!The world of business has completely transformed in recent years—and the pace of change will only increase in coming years. But one thing remains the same: Quality leadership is the hinge on which the fate of every organization swings.The Leadership Mind Switch provides the critical lessons you need to lead your company in a fully ... Read more

$41.99 CAD

Lead your company to success in the New Industrial Revolution!The world of business has completely transformed in recent years—and the pace of change will only increase in coming years. But one thing remains the same: Quality leadership is the hinge on which the fate of every organization swings.The Leadership Mind Switch provides the critical lessons you need to lead your company in a fully
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Choice Architecture

A new approach to behavior, design, and wellness

by Avani Parikh, Prashant Parikh ...

From Vitruvius in the 1st century BCE on, there has been an attempt to understand how architecture works, especially in its poetic aspect but also in its basic functions. Design can encourage us to walk, to experience community, to imagine new ways of being, and can affect countless other choices we make that shape our health and happiness.Using the ideas of rational choice theory and behavioral ... Read more

$48.99 CAD

From Vitruvius in the 1st century BCE on, there has been an attempt to understand how architecture works, especially in its poetic aspect but also in its basic functions. Design can encourage us to walk, to experience community, to imagine new ways of being, and can affect countless other choices we make that shape our health and happiness.Using the ideas of rational choice theory and behavioral
... Read more
Applying Artificial Intelligence in Project Management

Harness the power of AI to transform project management practices

by Mercury Learning and Information, Paul Boudreau ...

Explore how AI transforms project management with tools, techniques, case studies, and ethical insights for better outcomes.Key FeaturesComprehensive insights into AI tools and techniquesReal-world case studies for practical understandingEthical guidelines for responsible AI implementationBook DescriptionArtificial intelligence is reshaping the way projects are managed, offering unprecedented ... Read more

$44.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Explore how AI transforms project management with tools, techniques, case studies, and ethical insights for better outcomes.Key FeaturesComprehensive insights into AI tools and techniquesReal-world case studies for practical understandingEthical guidelines for responsible AI implementationBook DescriptionArtificial intelligence is reshaping the way projects are managed, offering unprecedented
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Mitől leszel jó vezető?

by David M. Rubenstein ...

A világ legfontosabb cégvezetőinek, tulajdonosainak és úttörő gondolkodóinak bölcsességeNew York Times Bestseller#1 Wall Street Journal BestsellerNincs két egyforma vezető. Bill Gates, Jeff Bezos, Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Warren Buffett, Oprah Winfrey elveit és hozzáállását ismerjük meg ebből az alapkönyvből.Az elmúlt öt évben David M. Rubenstein a világ legjobb teljesítményt nyújtó vezetőit kérdezte ... Read more

$17.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

A világ legfontosabb cégvezetőinek, tulajdonosainak és úttörő gondolkodóinak bölcsességeNew York Times Bestseller#1 Wall Street Journal BestsellerNincs két egyforma vezető. Bill Gates, Jeff Bezos, Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Warren Buffett, Oprah Winfrey elveit és hozzáállását ismerjük meg ebből az alapkönyvből.Az elmúlt öt évben David M. Rubenstein a világ legjobb teljesítményt nyújtó vezetőit kérdezte
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Las Trampas Mentales Del Deseo

Descubre Por Qué Decides Mal: Aprenderás Sobre Contexto, Autocontrol Débil Y Percepciones Distorsionadas

by Metax Libreria ...

Series series Las Trampas Del Deseo Decodificado
¿Alguna vez has sentido que tomas decisiones lógicas, pero terminas repitiendo los mismos errores o sintiéndote frustrado por tus elecciones? La mayoría de las veces, no es falta de inteligencia, sino el resultado de factores invisibles que moldean tu comportamiento sin que lo notes.Descubre "Las Trampas Mentales del Deseo", una obra diseñada para revelar los mecanismos ocultos de tu mente y ... Read more

$4.25 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

¿Alguna vez has sentido que tomas decisiones lógicas, pero terminas repitiendo los mismos errores o sintiéndote frustrado por tus elecciones? La mayoría de las veces, no es falta de inteligencia, sino el resultado de factores invisibles que moldean tu comportamiento sin que lo notes.Descubre "Las Trampas Mentales del Deseo", una obra diseñada para revelar los mecanismos ocultos de tu mente y
... Read more
Think Outside the Box

Structured Approaches to Innovative Problem Solving

by T.S Avini ...

In "Think Outside the Box," you'll embark on a transformative journey that breaks away from conventional problem-solving methods and embraces innovative strategies. Drawing upon practical examples and insightful analysis, this book reveals:- How to shift your mindset to foster creativity across all professional and personal endeavors.- The immense benefits of structured thinking in guiding you ... Read more

$13.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

In "Think Outside the Box," you'll embark on a transformative journey that breaks away from conventional problem-solving methods and embraces innovative strategies. Drawing upon practical examples and insightful analysis, this book reveals:- How to shift your mindset to foster creativity across all professional and personal endeavors.- The immense benefits of structured thinking in guiding you
... Read more
Gold Vision

by PCS Press, Kazuyoshi Hisano ...

Kazuyoshi Hisano, the author of Gold Vision and CEO Coaching published by PCS Press, is a successful professional coach for top-level business executives, diverse organizations, other professionals of all sorts, as well as distinguished professional athletes. As one of the book reviewers put it, however, "You don't need to be the CEO of a multi-billion company or a top athlete to use Gold Vision. ... Read more

$13.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Kazuyoshi Hisano, the author of Gold Vision and CEO Coaching published by PCS Press, is a successful professional coach for top-level business executives, diverse organizations, other professionals of all sorts, as well as distinguished professional athletes. As one of the book reviewers put it, however, "You don't need to be the CEO of a multi-billion company or a top athlete to use Gold Vision.
... Read more
The Crisis Casebook

Lessons in Crisis Management from the World’s Leading Brands

by Edward Segal ...

It doesn't matter who you are or what business you're in, you are never far from a crisis.Edward Segal has profiled over 700 crises in his popular column on Forbes.com since 2020, from those affecting businesses and organizations to global celebrities and royalty. Here he builds on that bank of real-life stories, developing the lessons and adding new unseen material, to reveal how global ... Read more

$25.99 CAD

It doesn't matter who you are or what business you're in, you are never far from a crisis.Edward Segal has profiled over 700 crises in his popular column on Forbes.com since 2020, from those affecting businesses and organizations to global celebrities and royalty. Here he builds on that bank of real-life stories, developing the lessons and adding new unseen material, to reveal how global
... Read more
Inference and Intervention

Causal Models for Business Analysis

by Michael D. Ryall, Aaron Bramson ...

Ryall and Bramson's Inference and Intervention is the first textbook on causal modeling with Bayesian networks for business applications. In a world of resource scarcity, a decision about which business elements to control or change – as the authors put it, a managerial intervention – must precede any decision on how to control or change them, and understanding causality is crucial to making ... Read more

$126.41 CAD

Ryall and Bramson's Inference and Intervention is the first textbook on causal modeling with Bayesian networks for business applications. In a world of resource scarcity, a decision about which business elements to control or change – as the authors put it, a managerial intervention – must precede any decision on how to control or change them, and understanding causality is crucial to making
... Read more
Managing Information in Complex Organizations

Semiotics and Signals, Complexity and Chaos

by Kevin C. Desouza, Tobin Hensgen ...

This seminal work presents an effective design for processing information through five stages from data to actionable knowledge in order to influence behavior within organizations. The authors incorporate such concepts as evolution, semiotics, entropy, complexity, emergence, crisis, and chaos theory in an intriguing alternative to crisis management that can be applied to any organization. Their ... Read more

$94.81 CAD

This seminal work presents an effective design for processing information through five stages from data to actionable knowledge in order to influence behavior within organizations. The authors incorporate such concepts as evolution, semiotics, entropy, complexity, emergence, crisis, and chaos theory in an intriguing alternative to crisis management that can be applied to any organization. Their
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Store Choice, Store Location and Market Analysis (Routledge Revivals)

by Neil Wrigley ...

Series series Routledge Revivals
This book, first published in 1988, brings together leading researchers from both the retailing business and the academic world to discuss the latest techniques of analysis and forecasting in the fields of store choice, store location, and market analysis. Its rationale is the major restructuring of the UK retailing industry which has taken place over the past twenty years, and the profound ... Read more

$89.31 CAD

This book, first published in 1988, brings together leading researchers from both the retailing business and the academic world to discuss the latest techniques of analysis and forecasting in the fields of store choice, store location, and market analysis. Its rationale is the major restructuring of the UK retailing industry which has taken place over the past twenty years, and the profound
... Read more
Problem-Solving Insights: A Strategic Approach

The FLOW Series, #2

by The FLOW Series ...

Series Book 2 - The FLOW Series
Problem-Solving Insights: A Strategic Approach takes a closer look at what happens when pressure, uncertainty, competing priorities, and incomplete information begin affecting the way decisions are made. Many problems are not difficult because solutions don't exist. They become difficult because assumptions, reactions, timing, communication, and repeated patterns begin affecting how the situation ... Read more

$13.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Problem-Solving Insights: A Strategic Approach takes a closer look at what happens when pressure, uncertainty, competing priorities, and incomplete information begin affecting the way decisions are made. Many problems are not difficult because solutions don't exist. They become difficult because assumptions, reactions, timing, communication, and repeated patterns begin affecting how the situation
... Read more

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