Virtual Workplace

Trust is a loaded word. It's misunderstood, but its often a necessity in the workplace. In this book, we review the 12 Dimensions of trust, and how - without all 12 Dimensions - we run the risk of inadvertently breaching others' trust. More than honesty and integrity, the two-way street that is trust has many factors, and we'll explore each of them.

She’s just lost her job. He might be just the Christmas hero she needs. I’m fascinated with this beautiful server, and it’s tough to sit by and watch her boss abuse her. So, I don’t. Much to my surprise, the server walks out of the job, too. I have a great job offer for her, but before I can blurt it out, she gives me an offer I can’t refuse. And a night I can’t forget. Her Heroic Scrooge is an age gap Christmas romance featuring a grumpy boss and virgin heroine. It’s designed to be read in only one hour. If you like short, steamy instalove novellas, you’ll love the entire ...

Fake dating a famous, billionaire quarterback to make my BFF jealous was my safe plan. Falling in bed with him wasn’t. Being a physical therapist for an NFL team has its challenges. But when my dad and owner of the team insists that I treat his star player, all hell breaks loose. Luca is arrogant, cocky and everything I never knew I wanted. I should’ve known better than to sleep with him. But his big hands and his touch is something I can’t get enough of. As we spend more time in private sessions, I’m starting to cross the boundaries of being his physical therapist. If any word of ...

Had a one-night stand with my roommate/bestie’s hot brother. Now I’m going to have his baby. Nursing my broken heart, I accepted a drink from Tatum; a tall, dark, and handsome stranger. He said he’s not looking for anything serious. We have one night of heaven, passion that scorches his hotel sheets. Figuring I’d never see him again, I slip out at dawn. The next day, I open the door and guess who’s standing there? Turns out this is his childhood home before he ran off five years ago to play pro baseball. He stays in his old room when he could stay anywhere. I’m here saving up to...

Dive into the captivating e-book, 'The Art of Negotiation,' a comprehensive guide designed to empower you for any negotiation scenario. This ebook takes you on an exploration of negotiation as an essential skill needed to navigate the competitive professional landscape. The first part of your journey starts with an in-depth understanding of negotiation essentials. By breaking down negotiation tactics, it focuses on fostering self-awareness and empowers you to comprehend your true worth. In the following chapters, you will garner the essential knowledge on conducting preliminary market ...

Her plans for her Europe trip didn’t include falling in love! When Tiffany Gallagher flies to London to spend the holidays with her family, volunteering at a homeless shelter on Christmas Day isn’t part of her plan. Nor is having to travel to Edinburgh with Mac, the wounded and cynical Scottish photojournalist also volunteering at the shelter, to get the Scottish New Year's Eve she'd dreamed of, a real Hogmanay. Returning to London determined to prove to her family and to herself that she's good at something other than shopping, she sets up an ambitious back-to-work partnership between ...

Academia has produced many motivational theories. Most are well thought, and subsequent research has supported their usefulness and validity. One concern with theses theories, however, is the fact that they were mostly developed in academia using interviews, surveys, or controlled subject groups made up of students or paid participants. Often times, real world application is not part of this process. This eBook examines the gap between academia and the real world. It describes major seven motivational theories and applies them to situations in organizations. Using the examples provided, ...

Empower Your Work Life in 2024: Discover Making It Work, Your Ultimate Guide to Thriving with a Health Condition or Disability in the Workplace! NOW AVAILABLE THROUGH KDP SELECT! Take advantage of the opportunity to transform your workplace experience. "Making It Work" is not just an eBook – it is your indispensable tool, advocate, and guide to achieving success while managing your health condition or disability. Get ready to take control of your work life like never before! This powerful resource empowers employees like you to proactively manage their health conditions and disabilities ...

Strategic Procrastination and Stealthwork Model (SPASM): Practitioner Course Handbook Master the Art of Workplace Survival While Doing the Bare Minimum Are you tired of watching others get ahead while you drown in actual work? Do you suspect that the most “productive” people in your office are simply better at looking busy than actually working? Welcome to the Strategic Procrastination and Stealthwork Model (SPASM): Practitioner Course Handbook—your definitive guide to mastering effort minimization, perception management, and career optimization. This practitioner-level handbook ...

The factory jokester is about to get serious – with the older woman who happens to be his new boss! Jim I’ve been working on the production line in this small town factory since I graduated from high school. My coworkers still think of me as the smart-mouthed kid in their group, but now that I’ve turned thirty-five, I’m ready to settle down. when I get the opportunity to branch out and drive the forklift on another team, I see it as a chance for a fresh start. I’ve got a new look, a newly remodeled house, and now, a new boss – at least temporarily. I’ve also got a big problem,...

Nicola Claire's captivating new time travel romance series introduces an exciting and adventurous world, set in multiple times and multiple places, packed full of sizzling action and heart-racing escapades, where time once lost can never be found again. “That is what we do, Miss Wylde. We mend Time. Catch it. Stitch it. Make it. We’re Surgeons of Time. And you’re about to go where no layperson has ever gone before. So trust me, when I say I am responsible for you. And believe me, when I say your presence alone could fracture or restore Time.” Mourning the loss of her parents, Mimi ...

From a scale of 1-10, how effective are your communication skills? Unless you are the reincarnation of Steve Jobs, you are probably not at 10 just yet! This is because during the early stages of a business, the emphasis is typically on how to think like a leader, not how to talk like a leader. But there comes a point where you need to hire the first batch of employees, source the most reliable suppliers, and pitch your business to eager investors and customers. These tasks require you to know how to manage difficult people, build a strong network, and influence change. Effective business ...

“This book is not simply about becoming more assertive, but also how to let go of the fear that can stop you from living an authentic happy life . . . You will have an extensive toolkit by the end of this guide.”——Reader’s Favorite 5-Star Review Would you be happy if you could kill your anxiety, confidently ask for what you want, and get it? Would your life be better if you could speak your mind and confront others without fear? Of course!Difficult conversations emotionally drain you. And if a woman follows generic advice implicitly written for men, it will likely backfire. Women ...

I've waited five years. She's not getting away from me again. Jade: Five years ago, I took the money, signed my love away and ran far far away as agreed. Now, I accepted the job that would be a game changer for my company and my team. Unfortunately, for me he’s a partner in the company that hired me. We now work in the same office, which is too close for comfort and I must hide my secret from him. It gets harder everyday with every lie I tell. I’ve asked for a divorce, he laughed at me. My fiancé is a perfect shield from him but for how long can my shield stand? Naseer: I’ve waited ...

My billionaire boss is a bad boy in the kitchen...and the bedroom. Alexander’s magical hands craft both mind-blowing meals and toe-curling ecstasy. This brooding CEO turned chef has me simmering with desire. He’s my boss and I agreed to fake date him to close a business deal. Yet every sizzling kiss in our "pretend" romance feels so real. He’s a master of allure and temptation...but I swore I would protect my heart. I let the last jerk derail my dreams, now I’m determined to get back on track. As Alex turns up the heat talking about forever, I'm melting fast. I can’t expect this ...

I never pictured ending my wedding day heartbroken, certainly not in my ex-fiancé’s brother’s bed. This jerk cheated on me with my best friend—a bride’s worst nightmare. Alone in my white dress, I drown myself at the bar next to a stranger in a gray suit. But Alexander Grant isn’t any ordinary stranger, he’s my ex’s brother. Sharing my revenge scheme with him isn’t on the agenda. He offered his help, and our wild night made me forget the betrayal. After that night, my world takes a surprising turn. Alexander is now my new boss and working together isn’t easy. Yet he ...

Love arrives when it's least expected. And, with the person least expected! Maggie Golding, the unconventional and artistic 50-something designing the Christmas window displays at Pettett & Mayfields London department store, never expected to fall in love with Edgar Pettett, staid and sensible heir to the business. They couldn't be more different. But he's kind, sweet, a delight to be with, and willing to accept her as she is. Even with her rainbow-coloured hair, and her coat to match. Ed would far rather be wearing Wellingtons and jeans while caring for the dairy cattle on his farm than ...

HER BOSSY GRUMPY BILLIONAIRE This was supposed to be my dream job. But my new boss seems determined to make it a nightmare. Landing the top job at Maddox Real Estate is the culmination of years of hard work and dedication to my career. I know I’ve earned it, so nothing is going to stop me from making it a success. Not even Victor Maddox himself. He can clear everyone from his path with that grumpy scowl. Everyone, that is, except the single most important person in Victor’s life—his daughter. But I don’t give up so easily. I know that I can make him appreciate my assets for the job....

Don't fall for the captain. I'm a fresh-faced journalist with something to prove. Writing about bake sales and city council meetings wasn't exactly my dream. But when my editor assigns me to investigate the "Heartthrob of the High Seas," I see my chance at a real story. Captain Leo Maxwell is too perfect to be real. In fact he's the walking definition of every popular guy who never gave me a second glance in high school. No actual ship captain has millions of swooning followers or looks like he just stepped off a romance novel cover. He's got to be a fraud, and I'm going to expose him. That...

Never get knocked up by your brother’s best friend, Yet here I am getting fake engaged to him and carrying his baby… I needed a reset, so my brother hooked me up with a job with his best friend as my boss. Enter billionaire Cody Blaise. This 6’2 chiseled ab grump has eyes that strip me bare and a touch that's devilishly rare. He wants his inheritance and I want to ditch my toxic friends, so we make a deal: I pretend to be his wife, fake my emotions and convince his grandfather that we’re a real couple. Simple in theory… We’re certainly convincing. Too convincing. Now night after...