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Few are prepared for managing across cultures, and the costs of cultural blind spots can spin out of control - from lawsuits to lost opportunities. Forged in the fire of clashing cultures and living on four continents, Dr. Zweifel developed a fool-proof methodology for managing successfully across borders.

Frustrated by endless indecisive meetings, lack of alignment, mistrust, blame games, turf wars, toxic colleagues and/or weak performance? All of these are a result of bad communication. And effective communication can solve them. Dr. Zweifel, former CEO, Columbia leadership professor, and award-winning author, has trained and coached over 5,000 executives to communicate effectively. Now he unpacks the toolbox he developed over three decades of working with CEOs, C-level executives, and even heads of state like Nelson Mandela to reveal the communication secrets of winners.

The story of Polly is a gripping tale of love and betrayal, set against the backdrop of the pioneer West. The author has taken family history and spun it into a story you won't be able to pause. The book's trailer won three Telly Awards in 2014 for Entertainment, Editing, and the "People's Choice". Based on stories passed down over generations, this remarkable novel is an easy-to-listen-to adventure encompassing over 150 years of legend.

Frugal Value contests the notion that companies can rise to the great challenges of our time by adopting so-called "sustainable business" practices. Instead, the acute ecological crisis requires an all-round rethink of what business does and how it does it. This book explores what business responsibility looks like today and how it could be put into practice through far-reaching changes to companies, ranging from new approaches to product design and business models to reconfiguration of operations and innovative ownership structures.

Doing business in the post-global financial crisis (GFC) is extremely challenging for most. Traditional capital has all but dried up. This has created challenges and opportunities for business decision makers to embrace public-private partnerships in order to determine the best business climate, provide public-backed incentives to close expansion & relocation projects and reduce operating and start-up costs.

Find solace and strength through prayer. No matter how far our culture has come, we will never be able to shed the idea that women are primarily responsible for parenting their children. This obligation leaves women and mothers exhausted and burdened. Society urges them not to worry about their mothering job, while offering no tangible advice or measures customized to a mother's individual circumstances and requirements.

"Strategic Marketing: Trailblazing Tactics for Modern Businesses" offers a comprehensive guide to navigating the dynamic landscape of modern marketing. In this trailblazing book, readers will discover innovative tactics and strategies designed to propel their businesses to success in today's competitive marketplace. From harnessing the power of digital channels to leveraging data-driven insights, this book equips readers with the knowledge and tools needed to stay ahead of the curve and achieve their marketing objectives. Whether you're a seasoned marketing professional or a business owner ...