Power Behavior

This collection of essays deals with the situated management of risk in a wide variety of organizational settings. The emphasis in these contributions is upon the variety of ways in which organizational actors, in combination with a range of material technologies and artifacts, such as safety reporting systems, risk maps, and key risk indicators, accomplish and make sense of the normal work of managing risk - riskwork.

In Customer Service Is Dead, author, serial entrepreneur, and customer-service expert Mitche Graf draws on 35 years of experience developing best-in-class customer-care departments and improving communications in businesses of all sizes to offer you new and innovative methods for reinventing customer-service policies and training employees in your business to improve customer satisfaction, focus on the customer experience, and maximize business growth.

Jill Bausch was an executive living the “dream life”. She sipped champagne at the luxury hotels where she worked as a senior executive, traveled the world, and on the outside, it looked as though she had achieved success. So why did she walk away? Bausch knew she wouldn’t be fulfilled until she set her sights on much bigger missions: combatting the HIV pandemic and helping to uplift sex workers and women throughout the world.

In the wake of the coronavirus pandemic and a pandemic of racial injustice that, together, revealed deep fault lines in our culture, Gloria Feldt shows how we can seize the opportunity created by massive disruption to build back stronger with diverse women at the center of the recovery. A New York Times best-selling author, speaker, commentator, international leadership expert, successful CEO, and feminist icon, Feldt unveils vital next steps in advancing gender parity in all spheres of business and life, and in the overall advancement of our economy and civilization.

This book takes everything that three remarkable authors - a corporate strategist, the former acting director of the CIA, and a world-renowned magician - have learned about magic and packs it into a unique framework that captures the best of this art form and relates it directly to lessons applicable to a wide variety of business enterprises. The authors' objective is not to create a new generation of magicians, but to adapt nine strategies of the world's greatest magicians and inspire boundless imagination, bolster innovation, energize leadership, and spark success in any business.

Behind virtually every ethical challenge we face, there are six forces and through a straightforward, four-step process, world class ethics professor Susan Liautaud gives you all the tools needed to navigate ethics. Learn how to develop a clear point of view, speak with authority and make effective decisions across all areas of life. In The Power of Ethics, Liautaud shows how we all can make more ethical choices at home, at work, in our communities and in society and create a better world through the decisions we make every day.

Did you know that your true corporate culture is hidden in the thinking and mindsets that drive all interpersonal interactions at work? Your corporate culture ultimately determines your performance levels, your ability to attract and retain talent, to collaborate, and to strategically transform as your market conditions change.

From your head to your feet, your body is communicating something out to the world, whether you know it or not. Sometimes this is helpful, but sometimes you don’t want to reveal all of your cards. You may be unintentionally communicating something to the world that is hindering you from success, whether at work, with friends, or with your love life. By becoming aware of body language, you can learn how to present yourself better to get what you want and figure out what others are thinking and feeling to better work with them.

Culture is the soul of any organization. A strong culture breeds loyalty, innovation, and success. A weak culture will breed cynicism, apathy, instability, and the eventual demise of the organization. Yet, culture is an often-overlooked aspect of business thinking and strategy. In this audiobook, a listener will learn what culture is, why it is important, and how to fix it when it goes wrong. Leaders, management, as well as employees on the front lines will benefit from the discussion. This audiobook is for those rising above the ordinary every day.

Boldly venturing where no book has ventured before, "Theoretical Zoogenesis" offers a scintillating exploration into the intersection of zoology and artificial intelligence. This innovative eBook is a call to embark on a quest for understanding, weaving the magic of AI into the intricate tapestry of zoology. This eBook magnificently sets the stage with its initial chapter, offering a fundamental groundwork on theoretical zoogenesis. It doesn't just skim the surface, but dives deep into the scope and potential of artificial gaming in zoology, defining the fascinating niche of AI-generated ...

Explore the endless potential of successful retail inside your next favorite eBook - "Store Layout Magic." This unprecedented guide provides a deep and insightful dive into the world of RPG hobby stores, illuminating the magic and importance of effective store layout. Unearth the true significance of store layout in Chapter 1, describing the pivotal role in targeting RPG Enthusiasts. Next, journey through the captivating science behind store layout in Chapter 2, learning about the impactful elements, including retail organization theories and how layout influences shopping behaviors. ...

Take Your Shoes Off First is a fast and entertaining listen that illustrates how easy it is to limit what is possible in your life - without knowing you are doing it. You will be pulled into a thought-provoking story about an executive who finds a better path forward through a challenging situation by embracing one simple idea. As he learns to see himself and the world more clearly, you will be inspired to do the same.

Company culture influences the roles and responsibilities of every employee within the organization, from executive leadership down to the front lines. A strong, healthy company culture drives productivity and raises profitability, and disengaged employees cost companies billions, yet many executives rarely associate their culture with their bottom line. Today, employee engagement stakes are higher than ever because executives have to consider the impact their company culture has on external stakeholders as well.

Discovering Your Girl Powers is about knowing the right combination of skills, behaviors, and talents to get you where you want to be personally and professionally. In a straightforward and easy to digest way, this book will provide you with 10 strategies to help you build confidence, charisma, and credibility.

As the world's economies continue to melt down, Dr. Goldsmith gives us the information we need to help us make it through this difficult and scary time. Anyone who wants to keep his or her job - and any leader who wants to keep his or her company afloat - needs to learn how to deal with and utilize the power of emotions.

Moving beyond mere tolerance, us-versus-them is the costly mind-set in which organizations, communities, and whole nations too often find themselves trapped. In fact, recognizing difference as a positive force can bring astonishing value to even the most diverse organizations. In Us Plus Them, leadership scholar Todd Pittinsky introduces a groundbreaking new science of diversity.

Drawing on almost 20 years of research from around the world, The Glass Cliff phenomenon - whereby women are often only hired in leadership roles when a business is already underperforming, meaning their chances of success are limited before they ever even start in the role - is well established, but little known. Until now.

Share looks at how new business models are being created based on the disruptive idea of ‘sharing’. Uber, Airbnb, Skype, Alibaba, Google, Netflix and WeChat (China’s answer to Whatsapp) are all based on the sharing of information, assets and human capital, and a new and dynamic economy is already emerging. Traditional consumer and industrial models of Western capitalism are having to adapt to the ‘sharing’ concept, but few traditional organisations seem to understand the implications of the ‘share’ mindset for how they operate and compete.

In Powered by People, Carol Schultz walks business owners and leaders through the cultural shift from the outdated "cold and unfeeling business" to the contemporary professional landscape centered around talent.

When you understand what I am revealing to you in this book, there is no doubt that you will eventually get what you want. It all begins with you and your unwavering belief in the power within you, as given in this book. Believe in your ability to reap the benefits of a much more fruitful and productive life. Continue to walk in faith and remain steadfast in your endeavor. You can achieve what you desire only if you believe that within your mind. The magnificent power within you is awaiting the delivery of what you seek.