Building Culture

Organizational culture has undergone a seismic shift in the 21st century - and with it, the requirements of leadership. In Building the Best, LearnLoft CEO John Eades takes you on a journey of transformation that will equip you with the tools you need to become the kind of cutting-edge leader today's workplace so urgently needs.

The Business of Excellence offers a unique and compelling perspective on the drivers of excellence in teams and organizations. The challenges of high performance and leadership are explored in depth and are illustrated with insights, interviews, and case studies from the military, sporting, and corporate worlds. The material includes a proprietary performance model that can be applied to a wide spectrum of organizations.

When it comes to the gender gap, it is not enough to ask women to "lean in" and demand promotions and raises. Organizations have an obligation to level up and provide women with more opportunities for advancement. In this book, leadership and governance expert Carol Geffner makes a strong case that for women to reach their full potential, workplaces and their leaders must take a more proactive role in combating gender discrimination.

Is it time to finally visit Helsinki? Let its architecture convince you. In the heart of Helsinki, three stunning structures are doing more than turning heads—they’re telling stories. Finnish Culture Through Architecture explores how modern design is being used to communicate the deeply rooted values, lifestyle, and identity of Finnish people in the 21st century. Through a close look at the Oodi Central Library, the Löyly seaside sauna, and the Kamppi Chapel of Silence, this cultural study reveals how postmodern architecture reflects Finland’s enduring respect for nature, tranquility...

Task-Level Doom takes you on a journey through the highs and lows of quality improvement (QI), a world where facilitators walk the fine line between empowering teams and falling into the all-too-familiar trap of just doing the work for them. Drawing from over a decade of experience as a facilitator, leader, and strategist—plus five transformative years as a director building QI teams from scratch—this audiobook offers a candid look at the challenges and triumphs of creating a sustainable culture of improvement.

Viksit Bharat 2047: A Citizen’s Vision for India’s Prosperity is a roadmap for India’s journey toward becoming a developed nation by its 100th year of independence. This thought-provoking book invites every citizen to participate in shaping the future by exploring twelve key areas of development, from inclusive economic growth and education to governance, technology, and environmental sustainability. Written in an engaging and accessible style, it bridges the gap between policy and people, offering practical insights and action steps for every reader. Whether you’re a student, ...

Reducing your organization’s cyber risks requires a holistic approach - similar to the approach you would take to address other operational risks. As with other risks, cyber risks can threaten. Managing cyber risks requires building a culture of cyber readiness.

What do Americans do with their money? Marketplace host David Brancaccio took a financial pilgrimage across the country to find out. Get Squandering Aimlessly plus a 1-Month, 6-Month, or 12-Month Subscription to Marketplace at a special discount.

Coupon Crazy examines the phenomena of avid coupon use and the socio-cultural and socioeconomic factors that construct it. By delving into the history of couponing, refunding, the science of shopping, and the dark underbelly of a coupon world the average American didn't even know existed, author Mary Potter Kenyon manages to both fascinate and educate the reader.

In today's fast-paced, digitally connected world, remote work has become more than just a trend—it's a new norm. But while working from home offers a range of benefits, it also presents a unique set of challenges, one of which is the creeping sense of isolation and loneliness. How to Overcome Remote Work Loneliness, by Drew Hill, is the definitive guide for anyone struggling with this modern-day dilemma.

This book is a primer on workplace culture. It includes some quick how to's, do's, don'ts, and what-for's of how to build a company culture that you can be proud of, and a culture where team members strive to excel by whatever standard you set.

Darius m. Riddick presents his 7th literary work titled 'On Victory.' In On Victory, Darius emphasizes that victory is not just the result of hard work, it is the product of courage and perseverance. On Victory book takes a philosophical look at victory, exploring how it can be achieved through building character, culture and community. By understanding how these three fundamental pillars form the foundation for success, listeners swill gain invaluable insights into the power of self-determination and achievement.

The world's most successful startups all share one quality: Their journey to becoming known by many people started with being known by a passionate few. In this book you'll learn how to recognize and grow your startup culture, when to take the steps you need to grow your community, what engagement tools and techniques build community, and how to combine your culture and community into an engine to attract and retain users.

The essential guide to creating an honest, ethical workplace culture in any industry.

Whatever your remote work circumstance, learn how to be productive at home with nuggets of hard-earned wisdom. From choosing the best colors for workspace productivity to starting a business, these remote work gurus offer everything needed for a smooth work-to-home transition.

In too many organizations, great ideas and unusual solutions can be suppressed, ignored, or attacked. Departments defend their turf, and people choose what is safe over what is better. Bad ideas move forward and good ideas die, which can lead to disastrous results - financial or otherwise. Luckily, there is a workable path out of this dysfunction. Kim Barnes’ process of constructive debate shows how to establish conditions that encourage the free exchange, discussion, and development of ideas and eliminate conditions that prevent potentially useful ideas from getting heard.

“Chris O’Rear draws upon his experience as a pastoral psychotherapist to teach us how to form relationships that heal instead of hurt. His words are both practical and wise. Whether you want to be a better therapist, friend, or family member, this book will be a resource you turn to again and again. Highly recommended!” —Bruce Rogers-Vaughn Associate Professor, Practice of Pastoral Theology and Counseling Vanderbilt Divinity School (retired) In today’s hyper-connected world, loneliness, depression, and anxiety are still on the rise. We’re craving deeper connections and ...

This is a book about the incredible source of largely untapped power which exists within organisations and companies today, namely your employees. It explains why this is the case and what to do about it. The main paradigm of the book is that employees are the most important resource for any organisation and should be treated as such; companies need more than ever to become employee centric.Both now and in the future, key themes such as autonomy, empowerment and employee engagement will become the foundations upon which companies will build competitive advantage. Building confidence and ...

Clumsy, awkward, and perpetually embarrassed? Congratulations, you’re one viral video away from internet stardom. Meet Mimi Meme, the self-proclaimed Queen of Cringe and master of turning mortifying moments into meme gold. With her feathered sidekick Captain Cocky and a knack for catastrophe, Mimi’s about to teach you how to: • Transform your daily disasters into trending topics • Monetize your misfortunes (hello, sponsorships!) • Navigate the cutthroat world of influencers without losing your soul (or all your dignity) But when hunky stuntman Maverick Worthy slides into her DMs, ...

A pandemic memoir on how to make ethical decisions from a progressive Christian perspective, Right and Wrong chronicles Ron Sisk’s reflections on America’s unprecedented divisions, particularly since 2020. Drawing from his studies in political science, American social history, and Christian ethics, he uses the concept of agape—love as an act of will that wants and works for the well-being of the other and oneself—to propose a workable paradigm for making decisions on a variety of current issues as well as new challenges. Each chapter ends with questions for reflection or for group ...