Successful strategies

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 11 working days The most successful business organizations are those that combine stability, speed and maneuverability. These companies are uniquely equipped to navigate the complexities of global supply chains, an array of often baffling cultural differences, complex international regulations, geopolitical uncertainty, and the vagaries of the capital markets. But these companies are only as good as the officers who command them-and the most successful leaders are those best able to manage and optimize their global risk. They possess a singular skill set that includes, among other things, a talent for international diplomacy... Co-authored by two global business advisors from the Big Four professional services organization KPMG, "Designed to Win" takes you inside the most successful transnational businesses to show how they address the challenges of global competition. Drawing upon their experience as senior partners with KPMG LLP (U.S.), Hiroaki Yoshihara and Mary Pat McCarthy define the seven fundamental characteristics of enduring global businesses. And, with the help of extensive case studies and interviews with executives at BMW, Caterpillar, Intel, Matsushita, Toyota and other international industry leaders, they describe global-business best practices in a range of key areas... "Designed to Win" offers you an unparalleled opportunity to learn how today's leading global companies:... Attract the best talent, leverage human capital for global excellence, and build a winning corporate culture. Drive value from internal operations and achieve continuous value creation through outsourcing and advanced business process management. Enhance cross-functional knowledge collaboration tocreate an optimal supply chain structure in a global, customer-centric organization. Establish a corporate identity, position and manage brands internationally, and use cutting-edge marketing techniques. Structure an organization for optimum value growth and optimize the value of intangible assets. Manage change globally, and manage risk using scenarios and other strategic planning tools. Cultivate the leadership qualities most in demand on the global stage and develop the next generation of corporate leaders/statesmen... Featuring battle-tested strategies from the big winners in today's marketplace, "Designed to Win" can arm you with the skills to help steer your company's global expansion.An exclusive roadmap for steering your company's global expansion to success.... "Designed to Win" was co-authored by acknowledged global business advisors who have helped companies worldwide respond to the challenges of doing business globally. Using extensive case studies and interviews with top executives, KPMG's Hiroaki Yoshihara and Mary Pat McCarthy take you inside a number of the most successful transnational enterprises to reveal how those companies' successfully navigate the risks of global expansion and achieve sustained growth in a volatile global marketplace. Here is your chance to learn important business strategies of the Global Fortune 500 and discover what they and other companies are doing to:... Position and manage brands worldwide. Build a customer-centric supply chain. Optimize their organizational structures for a global marketplace. Recruit, develop and retain the best talent. Build a unifying global corporate culture. Negotiate transnational deals. Manageglobal risk. Protect intellectual property.. Features Summary Presents an exclusive roadmap for steering your company's global expansion to success. Using case studies and interviews with executives, this book takes you inside a number of transnational enterprises to reveal how those companies' successfully navigate the risks of global expansion and achieve sustained growth in a volatile global marketplace. Author Hiroaki Yoshihara (Author), Mary Pat McCarthy (Author) Publisher McGraw-Hill Professional Release date 20060101 Pages 272 ISBN 0-07-146752-1 ISBN 13 978-0-07-146752-0

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 11 working days What does it take to succeed today both personally and professionally? In looking for answers, one obvious place to start would be to talk to self-made men and women who themselves are successful. That's exactly what Michael W. Sonnenfeldt an accomplished entrepreneur has done here in this ground-breaking book. Drawing on the wisdom, insight and experience of members of TIGER 21 (The Investment Group for Enhanced Results in the 21st Century), and supplementing that with additional research and interviews, Sonnenfeldt offers real-world guidance and often counter-intuitive advice and conclusions. Among the things you'll learn are: Why grit and focus trump intelligence just about every time.Why having and listening to a wise mentor will create shortcuts to getting more done.What you need to do to avoid getting in your own way. And why.'Shirtsleeves to shirtsleeves in three generations' can be avoided by taking some simple, commonsense steps. Think BIGGER will inspire you, no matter where you are in your business career. It will also show you that the skills you use to grow wealth can be applied to making the world a better place. Your success can benefit others. Michael W. Sonnenfeldt is the founder and chairman of TIGER 21, the premier peer-to-peer learning network for high-net-worth first generation wealth creators in North America and London. He is an accomplished serial entrepreneur, philanthropist and most excited that all of his proceeds from this book will support the TIGER 21 Foundation for young entrepreneurs. Features Summary What does it take to succeed today both personally and professionally? In looking for answers, one obvious place to start would be to talk to self-made men and women who themselves are successful... Author Michael W. Sonnenfeldt Publisher John Wiley & Sons Release date 20170905 Pages 240 ISBN 1-119-42631-6 ISBN 13 978-1-119-42631-8

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 11 working days Achieve dramatic academic improvement by entwining successful practices of literacy and leadership in your school. Features Summary Achieve dramatic academic improvement by entwining successful practices of literacy and leadership in your school. Author Regie Routman Publisher ASCD Release date 20140617 Pages 356 ISBN 1-4166-1873-2 ISBN 13 978-1-4166-1873-7

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 24 hours Oxford successful physical sciences is a trusted physical sciences course that is used by teachers all over South Africa. The rich, relevant, and age appropriate content fully covers the National Curriculum and Assessment Policy Statement (CAPS), ensuring that learners stay interested throughout the year. Features: topics are structured according to CAPS which makes the course easy to use in the classroom; appropriate language levels make content accessible, build learner confidence and support independent learning and revision; a skills section at the beginning of the book introduces learners to all the scientific skills needed for physical sciences; a wealth of worked examples teaches learners problem-solving strategies, especially in physics; practical activities are unpacked in a step-by-step fashion, guiding learners and teachers alike; activities and questions for revision and extension are based on exam-type questions, ensuring learners are thoroughly prepared for exams. Features Summary Oxford successful physical sciences is a trusted physical sciences course that is used by teachers all over South Africa. The rich, relevant, and age appropriate content fully covers the National Curriculum and Assessment Policy Statement (CAPS)... Author P. Broster (Author), H. James (Author), W. Horn (Author) Publisher Oxford University Press Southern Africa Release date 20111024 Pages 296 ISBN 0-19-599735-2 ISBN 13 978-0-19-599735-4

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This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 12 working days **THE SUNDAY TIMES BUSINESS BESTSELLER** When the winds of change blow, some build a wall and others build a windmill In a business environment where change is the only constant, the stark reality is that it has never been harder to see what's happening around us, interpret information efficiently or develop successful strategies. This is down to both the increasing speed of change and the prevalent mindset about change, where change is seen as the enemy. Powered by Change presents a radical new methodology for using change as a fuelling mechanism to generate outstanding business success: the Windmill Theory. Power your business The Windmill Theory enables leaders and organisations to think and act in a way that capitalises on a constantly changing environment. Constructed of four blades working in perpetual harmony with one another, it creates an empowered business that turns the winds of change into business success. Filled with examples and stories from around the world, from global corporates to start-up ventures, Powered by Change delivers some astonishing insights and clear, actionable steps to achieve the ultimate competitive advantage. Use this book to fuel your business for the future. Features Summary There's an ancient proverb that states, "When the winds of change are blowing, some build a wall and others build a windmill". This is a radical approach to capitalising on change for executives at all levels. Author Jonathan MacDonald Publisher Nicholas Brealey Publishing Ltd Release date 20180409 Pages 256 ISBN 1-4736-6558-2 ISBN 13 978-1-4736-6558-3

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 11 working days In November 2008, John Hattie's ground-breaking book Visible Learning synthesised the results of more than fifteen years research involving millions of students and represented the biggest ever collection of evidence-based research into what actually works in schools to improve learning. Visible Learning for Teachers takes the next step and brings those ground breaking concepts to a completely new audience. Written for students, pre-service and in-service teachers, it explains how to apply the principles of Visible Learning to any classroom anywhere in the world. The author offers concise and user-friendly summaries of the most successful interventions and offers practical step-by-step guidance to the successful implementation of visible learning and visible teaching in the classroom. This book: * links the biggest ever research project on teaching strategies to practical classroom implementation * champions both teacher and student perspectives and contains step by step guidance including lesson preparation, interpreting learning and feedback during the lesson and post lesson follow up * offers checklists, exercises, case studies and best practice scenarios to assist in raising achievement * includes whole school checklists and advice for school leaders on facilitating visible learning in their institution * now includes additional meta-analyses bringing the total cited within the research to over 900 * comprehensively covers numerous areas of learning activity including pupil motivation, curriculum, meta-cognitive strategies, behaviour, teaching strategies, and classroom management. Visible Learning for Teachers is a must read for any student or teacher who wants an evidence based answer to the question; 'how do we maximise achievement in our schools?' Features Summary Takes the next step and explains how to apply the principles from Visible Learning in your classroom. This book offers: concise and user-friendly summaries of the most successful practices and interventions; and practical... Author John Hattie Publisher Routledge Release date 20111213 Pages 269 ISBN 0-415-69015-3 ISBN 13 978-0-415-69015-7

(This title is available on demand: expected date of dispatch will be 4-7 working days once ordered) Talk Spanish Grammar is your essential handbook for learning Spanish either at home or in a class. Using the tried-and-tested principles of the successful Talk method, it demystifies grammar and guides you through all the key structures of Spanish in a way that's very easy to follow, even if you have no experience at all of grammar and grammatical terminology. With its straightforward approach and clear, attractive layout Talk Spanish Grammar promotes a real understanding of how Spanish works and how it relates to English. Its clear explanations, hundreds of useful examples and valuable learning tips and strategies help you really get to grips with the language - and interesting practice activities reinforce the language patterns, helping you remember what you've learnt. Talk Spanish Grammar is the perfect companion to Talk Spanish and Talk Spanish 2 and can be used successfully alongside any Spanish learning materials. *Master the key structures of Spanish with clear, jargon-free explanations and examples. *Practise what you've learnt with engaging activities and quizzes. *Boost your vocabulary with simple word conversion strategies. Also available as part of Talk Spanish Complete ISBN 9781406679243, which combines the bestselling Talk Spanish 1 (book and 2 x 60-minute CDs), Talk Spanish 2 (book and 2 x 60-minute CDs) and Talk Spanish Grammar (this book). Also available for French, German and Italian www.bbactivelanguages.com Format:Paperback Pages:272

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 24 hours The actionable guide for driving organizational innovation through better IT strategy With rare insight, expert technology strategist Peter High emphasizes the acute need for IT strategy to be developed not in a vacuum, but in concert with the broader organizational strategy. This approach focuses the development of technology tools and strategies in a way that is comprehensive in nature and designed with the concept of value in mind. The role of CIO is no longer "just" to manage IT strategy instead, the successful executive will be firmly in tune with corporate strategy and a driver of a technology strategy that is woven into overall business objectives at the enterprise and business unit levels. High makes use of case examples from leading companies to illustrate the various ways that IT infrastructure strategy can be developed, not just to fall in line with business strategy, but to actually drive that strategy in a meaningful way. His ideas are designed to provide real, actionable steps for CIOs that both increase the executive's value to the organization and unite business and IT in a manner that produces highly-successful outcomes. * Formulate clearer and better IT strategic plans * Weave IT strategy into business strategy at the corporate and business unit levels * Craft an infrastructure that aligns with C-suite strategy * Close the gap that exists between IT leaders and business leaders While function, innovation, and design remain key elements to the development and management of IT infrastructure and operations, CIOs must now think beyond their primary purview and recognize the value their strategies and initiatives will create for the organization. With Implementing World Class IT Strategy, the roadmap to strategic IT excellence awaits. Features Summary The actionable guide for driving organizational innovation through better IT strategy With rare insight, expert technology strategist Peter High emphasizes the acute need for IT strategy to be developed not in a vacuum... Author Peter A. High Publisher John Wiley & Sons Release date 20140912 Pages 222 ISBN 1-118-63411-X ISBN 13 978-1-118-63411-0

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 11 working days After decades adrift, Captain James Cutter is mysteriously awakened from cryosleep above the ancient Forerunner Ark. Halo Wars 2 puts you back in command. Battle against the Banished, a new and deadly enemy, in the latest epic chapter of the wildly successful Halo series. Exclusive Collector's Edition Skin Pack: Display your faction pride with eight high-quality clings featuring art from Halo Wars 2. Halo Wars 2 - Blitz Pack Recruit Bundle: Prepare for Halo Wars 2's Blitz mode with the Blitz Pack! Build up your armies, unlock new Units and level up your existing cards with this pack for Halo Wars 2's Blitz mode. Each pack contains a selection of cards that can range in rarity from Common to Legendary.* Premium Hardcover and Paper: Featuring gorgeous art, this is a must-have for any fan! Complete Walkthrough: We detail every area and encounter, including single-player campaign and co-op modes. Multiplayer Coverage: Get expert tips and strategies for every multiplayer mode, customized for the RTS experience-including the all-new Blitz mode. Detailed Maps: Use our illustrated maps to explore and take control of Halo's biggest battlefield ever-the Forerunner Ark! All Available Units: Master all forces, weapons, and vehicles- new and familiar-and send them against your foe! Stunning artwork: Don't miss out on this must-have for any Halo fan. Free Mobile-Friendly eGuide: Includes a code to access the eGuide, a web-access version of the complete guide optimized for a second-screen experience. Features Summary After decades adrift, Captain James Cutter is mysteriously awakened from cryosleep above the ancient Forerunner Ark. Halo Wars 2 puts you back in command... Author Prima Games Publisher Prima Games Release date 20170221 Pages 288 ISBN 0-7440-1802-1 ISBN 13 978-0-7440-1802-8

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 11 working days In this book, Olympian Jeff Galloway details how to set up a training program, how to monitor progress, and how to schedule each workout. Included are 52 weeks of daily journal entries, with data analysis tables. Jeff Galloway tells how to set up a successful training program to avoid injury, improve endurance, and run faster. Galloway's "magic mile" is used to predict performance and set a safe pace for long runs. Specific run-walk-run strategies are set up based upon the runner's current ability. Galloway details how to use the training journal to schedule long runs, drills, speed workouts, rest days, etc. The 52-week journal is easy to use and easy to analyse.This new edition is characterized by a modern and more practice-oriented design that facilitates logging your progress as a runner. In this way, it might help you to keep your motivation. Features Summary In this book, Olympian Jeff Galloway details how to set up a training program, how to monitor progress, and how to schedule each workout. Included are 52 weeks of daily journal entries... Author Jeff Galloway Publisher Meyer & Meyer Sport (Uk) Ltd Release date 20170223 Pages 176 ISBN 1-78255-110-7 ISBN 13 978-1-78255-110-2

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 10 - 17 working days Happy uses different kinds of learning strategies to match children's changing development and learning styles. Start the learning journey in the reassuring setting of Happy House. Introduce children to reading and writing English in the wider world of Happy Street. Explore a world of fascinating facts with the topic-based approach of Happy Earth. Happy at all levels of primary! Features Summary One of the worlds most successful primary courses, the Happy Series is a six-level course thats perfectly in step with your students development. Author Stella Maidment (Author), Lorena Roberts (Author) Publisher Oxford UniversityPress Release date 20090806 Pages 72 ISBN 0-19-473082-4 ISBN 13 978-0-19-473082-2

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 8 - 15 working days The No1 problem that stops people getting what they want is lack of focus. Those that focus on what they want to achieve prosper, while those that don't struggle. In The Power of Focus, you'll discover the specific focusing strategies used by the world's most successful men and women. In this new, updated edition, you'll find out how to: focus on your strengths and eliminate everything that is holding you back; and change bad habits into habits that will make you debt-free and wealthy; create an excellent balance between work and family life - without guilt! Your ability to focus will determine your future, so start now! Features Summary The No1 problem that stops people getting what they want is lack of focus. Those that focus on what they want to achieve prosper, while those that don't struggle... Author Jack Canfield (Author), Mark Victor Hansen (Author) Publisher Vermilion Release date 20130801 Pages 348 ISBN 0-09-194822-3 ISBN 13 978-0-09-194822-1

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 24 hours Talk Spanish has already inspired thousands of people to learn Spanish from scratch and find the confidence to give it a go. Whether you're learning for business, travel or just for fun, its straightforward, step-by-step approach will ensure you're soon able to speak Spanish in a range of everyday situations. With its specially designed activities and clear, jargon-free grammar explanations you'll quickly develop your language skills and make genuine progress right from the start. Make real progress using the successful, proven Talk method. Develop your language skills with tips and strategies to help you learn. Practise and learn with interactive activities to support every topic. Features Summary Talk Spanish has already inspired thousands of people to learn Spanish from scratch and find the confidence to give it a go. Whether you're learning for business... Author Almudena Sanchez (Author), Aurora Longo (Author) Publisher Bbc Active Release date 20140821 Pages 144 ISBN 1-4066-7897-X ISBN 13 978-1-4066-7897-0

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 13 working days The bestselling treatment guide, updated to reflect changes to the DSM-5 Selecting Effective Treatmentsprovides a comprehensive resource for clinicians seeking to understand the symptoms and dynamics of mental disorders, in order to provide a range of treatment options based on empirically effective approaches. This new fifth edition has been updated to align with the latest changes to the DSM-5, and covers the latest research to help you draw upon your own therapeutic preferences while constructing an evidence-based treatment plan. Organized for quick navigation, each disorder is detailed following the same format that covers a description, characteristics, assessment tools, effective treatment options, and prognosis, including the type of therapy that is likely to be most successful treating each specific disorder. Updated case studies, treatments, and references clarify the latest DSM-5 diagnostic criteria, and the concise, jargon-free style makes this resource valuable to practitioners, students, and lay people alike. Planning treatment can be the most complicated part of a clinician's job. Mental disorders can be complex, and keeping up with the latest findings and treatment options can itself be a full time job. Selecting Effective Treatments helps simplify and organize the treatment planning process by putting critical information and useful planning strategies at your fingertips * Get up to speed on the latest changes to the DSM-5 * Conduct evidence-based treatment suited to your therapeutic style * Construct Client Maps to flesh out comprehensive treatment plans * Utilize assessment methods that reflect the changes to the DSM-5 multiaxial system Effective treatment begins with strategic planning, and it's important to match the intervention to your own strengths, preferences, and style as much as to the client's needs. Selecting Effective Treatments gives you the latest information and crucial background you need to provide the evidence-backed interventions your clients deserve. Features Summary The bestselling treatment guide, updated to reflect changes to the DSM-5 Selecting Effective Treatmentsprovides a comprehensive resource for clinicians seeking to understand the symptoms and dynamics of mental disorders... Author Lourie W. Reichenberg (Author), Linda Seligman (Author) Publisher John Wiley & Sons Release date 20160115 Pages 610 ISBN 1-118-79135-5 ISBN 13 978-1-118-79135-6

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 11 working days Deborah Pearlman and Abby Finer of the Warner Bros. Television Writers Workshop reveal in this essential guide insider tips and tricks aimed at paving the way to better scripts by new writers. The book focuses on all aspects of writing for television, from the definition and importance of sample material to what it takes to be a successful TV writer. The authors offer invaluable insider information on the keys to writing a good script and how to choose the right show for sample material. In particular, they provide instruction on troubleshooting scripts - with a do and don't list. For the novice scriptwriter, they include advice on how to research, brainstorm ideas, and write a beat sheet and outline through to a polished draft. Filled with practical advice and up-to-date industry information, each chapter provides strategies and insights that will jumpstart a fledgling writing career toward success. Features Summary Deborah Pearlman and Abby Finer of the Warner Bros. Television Writers Workshop reveal in this essential guide insider tips and tricks aimed at paving the way to better scripts by new writers... Author Deborah Pearlman (Author), Abby Finer (Author) Publisher Syracuse University Press Release date 20040930 Pages 96 ISBN 0-8156-0831-4 ISBN 13 978-0-8156-0831-8

Learn to beat migraines and live life to the full Suffering from migraines doesn't mean putting life on hold. Find out how to take back control of your life with this question-and-answer guide that helps you find answers fast. Understand the pros and cons of different treatments, including medications, therapies and self-help strategies and learn to make successful lifestyle changes to promote mental and physical health and vitality. A reassuring guide so you know when to look for help and where to turn.