Humanize!: How People-Centric Organizations Succeed in a Social World (Hardcover)

Humanize!: How People-Centric Organizations Succeed in a Social World (Hardcover)
By Jamie Notter

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It's no longer enough to know the tools of social media: organizations must know how to apply them strategically to gain a sustainable competitive advantage. Humanize! takes the social media revolution to the next level, showing how to use social media to drive fundamental change in how any organization does business, manages its operations, and leads itself. Leading organizational consultants Maddie Grant and Jamie Notter provide a conceptual framework, clear roadmap, and proven strategies for using social media to create comprehensive change, powerful new capacities, and breakthrough opportunities for growth. From start to finish, this book connects the big picture to actionable, hands-on implementation techniques. Drawing on their extensive experience with organizations of all types, the authors show how to enable "action from the inside out" - and how to transform "theory" and "potential" into concrete reality. The authors focus on four powerful elements of "humanness" that organizations can benefit from, and social media can promote: becoming more trustworthy, open, generative, and courageous. They identify proven social media-based strategies for changing individual behavior, rethinking organizational processes and systems, and driving lasting culture change. Along the way, they identify the roles each employee can play, working together to build an organization that is more social, more human, and far more effective. Read more

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The Pursuit of Wow! Every Person's Guide to Topsy-Turvy Times (Paperback)

The Pursuit of Wow! Every Person's Guide to Topsy-Turvy Times (Paperback)
By Tom Peters

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Once more the "unconventional" Peters stimulates corporate thought processes. Along with the best of his columns, Peters includes questions and rebuttals that come from readers and listeners, as well as his own candid responses. A "must" read for every business person. Read more

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Re-Imagine! Business Excellence in a Disruptive Age (Hardcover)

Re-Imagine! Business Excellence in a Disruptive Age (Hardcover)
By Tom Peters

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More than just a how-to book for the 21st Century, Re-imagine! is a call to arms -- a passionate wake-up call for the business world, educators, and society as a whole. Focusing on how the business climate has changed, this inspirational book outlines how the new world of business works, explores radical ways of overcoming outdated, traditional company values, and embraces an aggressive strategy that empowers talent and brand-driven organizations where everyone has a voice. Read more

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The Art of Possibility: Transforming Professional and Personal Life (Paperback)

The Art of Possibility: Transforming Professional and Personal Life (Paperback)
By Rosamund Stone Zander

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Presenting twelve breakthrough practices for bringing creativity into all human endeavors, The Art of Possibility is the dynamic product of an extraordinary partnership. The Art of Possibility combines Benjamin Zander's experience as conductor of the Boston Philharmonic and his talent as a teacher and communicator with psychotherapist Rosamund Stone Zander's genius for designing innovative paradigms for personal and professional fulfillment.

The authors' harmoniously interwoven perspectives provide a deep sense of the powerful role that the notion of possibility can play in every aspect of life. Through uplifting stories, parables, and personal anecdotes, the Zanders invite us to become passionate communicators, leaders, and performers whose lives radiate possibility into the world.The lure of this book's promise starts with the assumption in its title. Possibility--that big, all-encompassing, wide-open-door concept--is an art? Well, who doesn't want to be a skilled artist, whether in the director's chair, the boardroom, on the factory floor, or even just in dealing with life's everyday situations? Becoming an artist, however, requires discipline, and what the authors of The Art of Possibility offer is a set of practices designed to "initiate a new approach to current conditions, based on uncommon assumptions about the nature of the world."

If that sounds a little too airy-fairy for you, don't be put off; this is no mere self-improvement book, with a wimpy mandate to transform its readers into "nicer" people. Instead, it's a collection of illustrations and advice that suggests a way to change your entire outlook on life and, in the process, open up a new realm of possibility. Consider, for example, the practice of "Giving an A," whether to yourself or to others. Not intended as a way to measure someone's performance against standards, this practice instead recognizes that "the player who looks least engaged may be the most committed member of the group," and speaks to their passion rather than their cynicism. It creates possibility in an interaction and does away with power disparities to unite a team in its efforts. Or consider "Being the Board," where instead of defining yourself as a playing piece, or even as the strategist, you see yourself as the framework for the entire game. In this scenario, assigning blame or gaining control becomes futile, while seeking to become an instrument for effective partnerships becomes possible.

Packed with such examples of personal and professional interactions, the book presents complex ideas on perception and recognition in a readable, useable style. The authors' combined, eclectic experience in music and painting (as well as family therapy and executive workshops) infuses their examples with vibrant color and sound. The relevance to corporate situations and relationships is well developed, and they don't rely on dry case studies to do it. Indeed, this book assumes the emotional intelligence and desire to engage of its reader, promising access to the rewards of that door-opening notion--possibility--in return. --S. Ketchum Read more

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Plunkett's Telecommunications Industry Almanac 2012: Telecommunications Industry Market Research, Statistics, Trends & Leading Companies (Paperback)

Plunkett's Telecommunications Industry Almanac 2012: Telecommunications Industry Market Research, Statistics, Trends & Leading Companies (Paperback)
By Jack W. Plunkett

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PLUNKETT'S TELECOMMUNICATIONS INDUSTRY ALMANAC 2012

Key Features:
-Industry trends analysis, market data and competitive intelligence
-Market forecasts and Industry Statistics
-Industry Associations and Professional Societies List
-In-Depth Profiles of hundreds of leading companies
-Industry Glossary
-Buyer may register for access to search and export data at Plunkett Research Online

Pages: 614
Statistical Tables Provided: 18
Companies Profiled: 433
Geographic Focus: Global

A complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms.
You will gain vital insights that can help you shape your own strategy for business development, product development and investments.

-How is the industry evolving?
-How is the industry being shaped by new technologies?
-How is demand growing in emerging markets and mature economies?
-What is the size of the market now and in the future?
-What are the financial results of the leading companies?
-What are the names and titles of top executives?

Contents, Statistics, Forecasts and Analysis Include:

Major Trends Affecting the Telecommunications Industry
1) A Brief History of Deregulation
2) Local Landline Service Suffers; Bundled Services Pick Up Some of the Slack
3) 3G Cellular Systems, Including EV-DO, LTE and HSPA+ Offer High Speed Competition to 4G
4) Wi-Fi Is Pervasive and Indispensible
5) WiMAX Extends Wireless Range Far Beyond Wi-Fi
6) Apple's iPhone and iPod Touch Raise User Expectations and Deliver Mobile Entertainment
7) Chinese, Indian and African Cellphone Markets Skyrocket
8) VOIP Use Soars and Threatens to Revolutionize Telecom
9) Telecom Equipment Makers Face Intense Competition from Manufacturers in China
10) New Technology Will Give Fiber-Optic Network Owners a Break on Costs
11) TV over IP: Telecom Companies Enter the Television Market
12) Fiber-to-the-Home (FTTH) Gains Traction
13) Broadband Market Nears 1 Billion Users
14) Cable Providers Compete Aggressively For Telephone and Internet Access Business
15) U.S. Broadband Connections Rank Behind Other Nations
16) Telecommunications Systems Move Online Including Unified Communications, Telepresence
17) Carriers Eliminate Unlimited Access Plans for Smartphones and Landlines, Up Profit Potential

Telecommunications Industry Statistics
1) Telecommunications Industry Overview
2) Quarterly Telecommunications Industry Revenue by Class of Customer, U.S.: 1st Quarter 2010 - 1st Quarter 2011
3) Wired Telecommunications Carriers, Estimated Sources of Revenue & Expenses, U.S.: 2006-2009
4) Wired Telecommunications Carriers, Estimated Breakdown of Revenue by Type of Customer, U.S.: 2006-2009
5) Household Wired Telephone Subscribership, U.S.: November 1983-July 2010
6) Annual Personal Consumption Expenditures on Telecommunications, U.S.: 1980-2010
7) Cellular & Other Wireless Telecommunications, Estimated Sources of Revenue, U.S.: 2006-2009
8) Top Mobile Operators by Number of Subscribers, Worldwide
9) Internet Access Technologies Compared
10) Wireless Standards & Speeds
11) Satellite Telecommunications, Estimated Sources of Revenue: 2006-2009
12) Internet Service Providers: Estimated Sources of Revenue & Expenses, U.S.: 2005-2009
13) Number of Business & Residential High Speed Internet Lines, U.S.: 2003-2010
14) Cable & Other Program Distribution, Estimated Sources of Revenue & Expenses, U.S.: 2006-2009
15) Quantity & Value of Quarterly Shipments of Telecommunications Equipment, U.S.: 1st Quarter 2010-1st Quarter 2011
16) Imports & Exports of Telecommunications Equipment, U.S.: 2005-1st Quarter 2011
17) Employment in the Telecommunications Industry, U.S.: 1990-2010 Read more

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Practical Genius: The Real Smarts You Need to Get Your Talents and Passions Working for YOU (Hardcover)

Practical Genius: The Real Smarts You Need to Get Your Talents and Passions Working for YOU (Hardcover)
By Gina Rudan

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WHAT’S YOUR GENIUS?

Most people consider genius to be a gift, a “lightning bolt from the gods” that strikes people like Einstein or Mozart, but not the rest of us. They see it as a quality—like creativity—that has a magical, exclusive, elusive connotation.

That is simply not true, says Gina Rudan. Every one of us has a capacity for genius. Anyone is capable of achieving something so extraordinary that it could change the game for you, your business, and every aspect of your life. In Practical Genius, Rudan shows you how to:

• Identify your genius

• Express it in everyday life

• Surround yourself with genius

• Sustain genius for a lifetime of personal and professional satisfaction

• Market your genius to others

Each stage features exercises to guide you along the way, leaving you feeling accomplished and ready for the next stage. The outcome is a profound revelation: You have the tools and ability to realize greatness both in and out of the workplace.

UNLEASH YOUR GENIUS

Forget what you think you know about genius. It’s not about having a Mensa I.Q. or painting the Sistine Chapel. Everyone’s got genius, but it’s up to you to find it, put it to work, and watch it change your life. With the help of Practical Genius, you will:

Identify your genius. Where do your passions and your talents meet? (page 23)

Express your genius. What’s your story, and how do you share it with others? (page 57)

Surround yourself with genius. Who do you need in your tribe? (page 93)

Sustain your genius. How do you feed and care for your genius? (page 135)

Market your genius. Why are your contradictions actually your largest competitive advantage? (page 165) Read more

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Plunkett's Almanac of Middle Market Companies 2012 (Paperback)

Plunkett's Almanac of Middle Market Companies 2012 (Paperback)
By Jack W. Plunkett

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PLUNKETT'S ALMANAC OF MIDDLE MARKET COMPANIES 2012

Key Features:
-Industry trends analysis, market data and competitive intelligence
-Market forecasts and Industry Statistics
-Industry Associations and Professional Societies List
-In-Depth Profiles of hundreds of leading companies
-Industry Glossary
-Buyer may register for access to search and export data at Plunkett Research Online

Pages: 669
Companies Profiled: 513
Geographic Focus: US

A complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms. You will gain vital insights that can help you shape your own strategy for business development, product development and investments.

-How is the industry evolving?
-How is the industry being shaped by new technologies?
-How is demand growing in emerging markets and mature economies?
-What is the size of the market now and in the future?
-What are the financial results of the leading companies?
-What are the names and titles of top executives?

Our new Plunkett's Almanac of Middle Market Companies and our online Middle Market Industry Research Center are designed to be time-saving business development tools for professionals, marketers, sales directors, consultants and strategists seeking to understand and reach middle market American companies. It will also be of great use to placement, recruiting and human resources professionals, as well as professionals working in economic development, lending and media.

The exciting new book and Online Research Center cover competitive intelligence, market research and business analysis--everything you need to identify and develop strategies for middle market corporations, including:
1. Profiles of middle market manufacturers of all types
2. Profiles of middle market distributors
3. Profiles of mid-sized technology, hardware, software and biotech firms
4. Profiles of mid-sized companies in financial services
5. Profiles of mid-sized companies in energy, food products, apparel, entertainment, real estate and transportation
6. Profiles of middle market health care services and products firms.
7. A business terms glossary, and a directory of vital industry associations, professional organizations and government agencies that is of great use to marketers and consultants.

The companies chosen to be listed in PLUNKETT'S ALMANAC OF MIDDLE MARKET COMPANIES comprise a unique list. THE MIDDLE MARKET 500 were chosen specifically to be top firms headquartered in the United States with revenues of between approximately $100 million and $1 billion. (We have intentionally included a few important companies with revenues above or below those amounts). The firms have been filtered from our extensive, proprietary corporate information database. The middle market companies chosen include both private and publicly-held companies. They include most major industry sectors. However, general retailing and banking are intentionally omitted. Consequently, the list is weighted towards fast-growing middle market sectors that we believe users will most want to analyze and/or market to: health products and services; biotech; energy; financial services including asset management, insurance and REITs; real estate development, construction and management; computer software; computer hardware and other electronics manufacturing; selected apparel firms; selected consulting, logistics and transportation firms; along with other important sectors. Read more

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From Brain to Gain (DVD)

From Brain to Gain (DVD)
By Alicia Castillo Holley

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Creating Wealth from Innovation: Achievement, Use and Payback.

This product is manufactured on demand using DVD-R recordable media. Amazon.com's standard return policy will apply.

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Minitrends: How Innovators & Entrepreneurs Discover & Profit From Business & Technology Trends (Paperback)

Minitrends: How Innovators & Entrepreneurs Discover & Profit From Business & Technology Trends (Paperback)
By John H. Vanston

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Find, Evaluate, Profit! MINITRENDS provides a practical formula for extracting business opportunities from major trends that have a realistic chance of becoming profitable in the next 2-5 years. Minitrends are of a scope and importance to offer attractive business opportunities to individuals and organizations that are alert enough to recognize them, perceptive enough to appreciate them, and clever enough to take advantage of them.

Readers learn:

• How and where to search for Minitrends
• How to evaluate the business attractiveness of a Minitrend
• How to develop an effective Minitrend Explotation Scheme
• How to turn the scheme into a profitable business opportunity

Based on author Dr. John H. Vanston's more than 30 years of experience in identifying and applying technical, social, and business trends, the book shows:

• Individual entrepreneurs how to identify, assess, and exploit new business opportunities
• Decision makers in small and mid-size businesses how to gain advantage by recognizing and utilizing emerging trends
• Innovative thinkers in large businesses how to distinguish themselves by their special perceptiveness
• Investors how to uncover attractive new investment opportunities

In addition to how-to advice, MINITRENDS provides background, current trends, and business opportunities for several attractive Minitrends.

Combining advice, instructions, and examples, MINITRENDS assists the reader in launching their own exciting, profitable "Minitrend Adventure" using their imagination, logic, innovative nature, and basic good sense. This book is an amazing resource for ambitious individuals who seek to start new ventures or keep existing businesses innovative and competitive.

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The Venturesome Economy: How Innovation Sustains Prosperity in a More Connected World (Kauffman Foundation Series on Innovation and Entrepreneurship) (Hardcover)

The Venturesome Economy: How Innovation Sustains Prosperity in a More Connected World (Kauffman Foundation Series on Innovation and Entrepreneurship) (Hardcover)
By Amar Bhidé

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Many warn that the next stage of globalization--the offshoring of research and development to China and India--threatens the foundations of Western prosperity. But in The Venturesome Economy, acclaimed business and economics scholar Amar Bhidé shows how wrong the doomsayers are.

Using extensive field studies on venture-capital-backed businesses to examine how technology really advances in modern economies, Bhidé explains why know-how developed abroad enhances--not diminishes--prosperity at home, and why trying to maintain the U.S. lead by subsidizing more research or training more scientists will do more harm than good.

When breakthrough ideas have no borders, a nation's capacity to exploit cutting-edge research regardless of where it originates is crucial: "venturesome consumption"--the willingness and ability of businesses and consumers to effectively use products and technologies derived from scientific research--is far more important than having a share of such research. In fact, a venturesome economy benefits from an increase in research produced abroad: the success of Apple's iPod, for instance, owes much to technologies developed in Asia and Europe.

Many players--entrepreneurs, managers, financiers, salespersons, consumers, and not just a few brilliant scientists and engineers--have kept the United States at the forefront of the innovation game. As long as their venturesome spirit remains alive and well, advances abroad need not be feared. Read The Venturesome Economy and learn why--and see how we can keep it that way.

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Creatively Ever After: A Path to Innovation (Paperback)

Creatively Ever After: A Path to Innovation (Paperback)
By Alicia Arnold

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Around the world corporate executives have identified creativity as a key component to success. Creativity breeds innovation. Innovation gets results. There is a call for creativity in the workplace; however, there are few solutions for building deliberate creativity skills. That is, until now. Learn how to consistently bring new thinking to your organization's toughest challenges by using the proven Creative Problem Solving (CPS) process. Read more

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Paradigms: The Business of Discovering the Future (Paperback)

Paradigms: The Business of Discovering the Future (Paperback)
By Joel Arthur Barker

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How would like to spot future trends before the competition?

We all know the rules for success in our business or professions, yet we also know that these rules--paradigms--can change at any time. What Joel Barker does in Paradigms: The Business of Discovering the Future is explain how to spot paradigm shifts, how they unfold, and how to profit from them. Through the power of this method--paradigm spotting--you can:

• find the people in your organization most likely to spot a new trend
• help your key people adept when a massive change is occurring
• learn to effectively grapple with your "intractable problems" and improve your results incalculably.

In addition, Paradigms is full of concrete examples of paradigm shifts and predictions for the future, and contains a new introduction detailing recent developments and pointing out areas to watch tor paradigm shifts.

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The Thin Book of Trust; An Essential Primer for Building Trust at Work (Paperback)

The Thin Book of Trust; An Essential Primer for Building Trust at Work (Paperback)
By Charles Feltman

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This is a small book about a very important subject. A lot has been written about trust: about what it is and what it can do for people, families, companies, communities and countries. Often, good work is being sabotaged by interpersonal conflict, political infighting, paralysis, stagnation, apathy, or cynicism. Almost always, one can trace these problems to a breakdown in trust. It not only kills good work, it also inevitably creates some degree of misery, annoyance, fear, anger, frustration, resentment, and resignation. By contrast, in successful companies where people are innovative, engage in productive conflict and debate about ideas, and have fun working together, one can find strong trusting relationships. Having the trust of those you work with is too important not to be intentional about building and maintaining it. With this book, you will learn how to build and maintain strong trusting relationships with others, and repair trust when it is broken, by being intentional and consistent in your language and actions. Understanding and consistently demonstrating trustworthy language and behavior will help you earn and keep the trust of the people you work with. Read more

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Small Fan & Mini-Air Conditioner: The Original Handy Cooler in Blue. Portable and convenient. Runs on batteries or USB. Cools air up to 30F. (Electronics)

Small Fan & Mini-Air Conditioner: The Original Handy Cooler in Blue. Portable and convenient. Runs on batteries or USB. Cools air up to 30F. (Electronics)
By Handy

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Small fan that can cool air up to 30F. This revolutionary evaporative cooling fan is the closest thing to a hand held mini air conditioner! Use it outdoors or keep it indoors as a desk fan. Provides gentle cool breeze. Uses evaporative cooling technology. Add water to soak the cooling filter. Ambient air is forced through the wet cooling filter and cools down. Works best in dry and hot climates. Fully portable and mobile, take it literally anywhere you want. Rotatable turbine wheel allows adjustment of the cool breeze of air. Humidifies air - makes breathing comfortable and alleviates allergies. Variable power control. Stands by itself on any flat surface. Comfortable adjustable leather strap. Ergonomically designed, user-friendly, and easy to use. Environmentally friendly. 4xAA batteries allow 5 hours portable operation. Connect to USB (cable included) or home socket power (sold separately) for continuous operation. Includes dedicated 60ml water bottle, USB cable and 1x cooling filter. Best for hot flashes, home and office use, camping, outdoor sports, watching the game, and more. Mere 12oz with batteries loaded! Cooling filter life expectancy: 1 year. Patent-pending. Version 2.0. Comes with 1 year manufacturer's warranty with Genexus Distributions. Replacement filters (x2) pack and home adapter sold separately: search on Amazon for details. Read more

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A Kick in the Seat of the Pants (Paperback)

A Kick in the Seat of the Pants (Paperback)
By Roger VonOech

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When was the last time you had a creative idea? This morning? Last month? Last year? Sometimes you need A Kick in the Seat of the Pants to get your thinking going. This book does just that by taking you on a guided tour through the four roles of the creative process-Explorer, Artist, Judge, and Warrior.

• When it's time to seek out new information, adopt the mindset of an Explorer. Get off the beaten path, poke around in outside areas, and pay attention to unusual patterns.
• When you need to create a new idea, let the Artist in you come out. Ask what-if questions and look for hidden analogies. Break the rules and look at things backwards. Add something and take something away. Ultimately, you'll come up with an original idea.
• When it's time to decide if your idea is worth implementing, see yourself as a Judge. Ask what's wrong and if the timing's right. Question your assumptions and make a decision.
• And when you carry your idea into action, be a Warrior. Put a fire in your belly, eliminate your excuses, and do what's necessary to reach your objective.

Kick provides exercises, stories, tips, and Roger von Oech's proven techniques to help you strengthen each of your own creative roles.

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Plunkett's Sports Industry Trends and Statistics Brief 2012 (Business Brief & Market Research Series) (Kindle Edition)

Plunkett's Sports Industry Trends and Statistics Brief 2012 (Business Brief & Market Research Series) (Kindle Edition)
By Jack W. Plunkett

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PLUNKETT'S BUSINESS BRIEF & MARKET RESEARCH SERIES of eBooks are intended to provide the user with two points of reference to each of the world's most important industry sectors: 1) The eBook contains instructions on how to register for one-week, introductory access to all of the information that we publish for this industry in our Plunkett Research Online service. You will receive your user name and password at no additional charge, as a purchaser of this eBook. 2) Your eBook provides a brief, concise introduction to this industry, including a statistical overview. The eBooks themselves are intentionally brief and to-the-point. In this manner, you will have a both a short eBook for permanent reference, and introductory use of our substantial online database.

These products are intended for business and professional use. Plunkett Research data is especially intended to assist with market research, preparation for sales calls, preparation for job interviews and competitive intelligence. Our data is also ideal for people involved in consulting, marketing and investments. The eBook's content includes a short discussion section, providing an overview of the industry, as well as a one-page statistics summary that provides industry revenue, employment level and other financial statistics. Especially helpful is the way in which our data enables readers who do not have a business, financial or technology background to readily grasp the fundamentals of a specific industry. Notes: Your purchase includes free, introductory access to the Industry Research Center for this specific business sector on our Plunkett Research Online service. As a purchaser of this BUSINESS BRIEF & MARKET RESEARCH eBook, you may register for complimentary, one week, one-user access to this industry at Plunkett Research Online. We recommend that all purchasers take advantage of this offer in order to receive the full value of your purchase. This access will allow you an in-depth look into a long list of specific industry trends and business statistics. Certain restrictions apply. Only one registration allowed per customer for any industry. Registration requests will be responded to during normal business hours.

"Plunkett Research has built a solid reputation providing industry analysis and research in a diverse spectrum of areas - energy and utilities, finance and investment, health care and biotechnology, and engineering and research to name a few." American Reference Books Annual
PLUNKETT'S BUSINESS BRIEF & MARKET RESEARCH SERIES of eBooks are intended to provide the user with two points of reference to each of the world's most important industry sectors: 1) The eBook contains instructions on how to register for one-week, introductory access to all of the information that we publish for this industry in our Plunkett Research Online service. You will receive your user name and password at no additional charge, as a purchaser of this eBook. 2) Your eBook provides a brief, concise introduction to this industry, including a statistical overview. The eBooks themselves are intentionally brief and to-the-point. In this manner, you will have a both a short eBook for permanent reference, and introductory use of our substantial online database.

These products are intended for business and professional use. Plunkett Research data is especially intended to assist with market research, preparation for sales calls, preparation for job interviews and competitive intelligence. Our data is also ideal for people involved in consulting, marketing and investments. The eBook's content includes a short discussion section, providing an overview of the industry, as well as a one-page statistics summary that provides industry revenue, employment level and other financial statistics. Especially helpful is the way in which our data enables readers who do not have a business, financial or technology background to readily grasp the fundamentals of a specific industry. Notes: Your purchase includes free, introductory access to the Industry Research Center for this specific business sector on our Plunkett Research Online service. As a purchaser of this BUSINESS BRIEF & MARKET RESEARCH eBook, you may register for complimentary, one week, one-user access to this industry at Plunkett Research Online. We recommend that all purchasers take advantage of this offer in order to receive the full value of your purchase. This access will allow you an in-depth look into a long list of specific industry trends and business statistics. Certain restrictions apply. Only one registration allowed per customer for any industry. Registration requests will be responded to during normal business hours.

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Plunkett's Outsourcing & Offshoring Industry Trends and Statistics Brief 2012 (Business Brief & Market Research Series) (Kindle Edition)

Plunkett's Outsourcing & Offshoring Industry Trends and Statistics Brief 2012 (Business Brief & Market Research Series) (Kindle Edition)
By Jack W. Plunkett

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PLUNKETT'S BUSINESS BRIEF & MARKET RESEARCH SERIES of eBooks are intended to provide the user with two points of reference to each of the world’s most important industry sectors: 1) The eBook contains instructions on how to register for one-week, introductory access to all of the information that we publish for this industry in our Plunkett Research Online service. You will receive your user name and password at no additional charge, as a purchaser of this eBook. 2) Your eBook provides a brief, concise introduction to this industry, including a statistical overview. The eBooks themselves are intentionally brief and to-the-point. In this manner, you will have a both a short eBook for permanent reference, and introductory use of our substantial online database.

These products are intended for business and professional use. Plunkett Research data is especially intended to assist with market research, preparation for sales calls, preparation for job interviews and competitive intelligence. Our data is also ideal for people involved in consulting, marketing and investments. The eBook's content includes a short discussion section, providing an overview of the industry, as well as a one-page statistics summary that provides industry revenue, employment level and other financial statistics. Especially helpful is the way in which our data enables readers who do not have a business, financial or technology background to readily grasp the fundamentals of a specific industry. Notes: Your purchase includes free, introductory access to the Industry Research Center for this specific business sector on our Plunkett Research Online service. As a purchaser of this BUSINESS BRIEF & MARKET RESEARCH eBook, you may register for complimentary, one week, one-user access to this industry at Plunkett Research Online. We recommend that all purchasers take advantage of this offer in order to receive the full value of your purchase. This access will allow you an in-depth look into a long list of specific industry trends and business statistics. Certain restrictions apply. Only one registration allowed per customer for any industry. Registration requests will be responded to during normal business hours.PLUNKETT'S BUSINESS BRIEF & MARKET RESEARCH SERIES of eBooks are intended to provide the user with two points of reference to each of the world’s most important industry sectors: 1) The eBook contains instructions on how to register for one-week, introductory access to all of the information that we publish for this industry in our Plunkett Research Online service. You will receive your user name and password at no additional charge, as a purchaser of this eBook. 2) Your eBook provides a brief, concise introduction to this industry, including a statistical overview. The eBooks themselves are intentionally brief and to-the-point. In this manner, you will have a both a short eBook for permanent reference, and introductory use of our substantial online database.

These products are intended for business and professional use. Plunkett Research data is especially intended to assist with market research, preparation for sales calls, preparation for job interviews and competitive intelligence. Our data is also ideal for people involved in consulting, marketing and investments. The eBook's content includes a short discussion section, providing an overview of the industry, as well as a one-page statistics summary that provides industry revenue, employment level and other financial statistics. Especially helpful is the way in which our data enables readers who do not have a business, financial or technology background to readily grasp the fundamentals of a specific industry. Notes: Your purchase includes free, introductory access to the Industry Research Center for this specific business sector on our Plunkett Research Online service. As a purchaser of this BUSINESS BRIEF & MARKET RESEARCH eBook, you may register for complimentary, one week, one-user access to this industry at Plunkett Research Online. We recommend that all purchasers take advantage of this offer in order to receive the full value of your purchase. This access will allow you an in-depth look into a long list of specific industry trends and business statistics. Certain restrictions apply. Only one registration allowed per customer for any industry. Registration requests will be responded to during normal business hours. Read more

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Plunkett's Wireless, Wi-Fi, RFID & Cellular Industry Trends and Statistics Brief 2012 (Business Brief & Market Research Series) (Kindle Edition)

Plunkett's Wireless, Wi-Fi, RFID & Cellular Industry Trends and Statistics Brief 2012 (Business Brief & Market Research Series) (Kindle Edition)
By Jack W. Plunkett

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PLUNKETT'S BUSINESS BRIEF & MARKET RESEARCH SERIES of eBooks are intended to provide the user with two points of reference to each of the world’s most important industry sectors: 1) The eBook contains instructions on how to register for one-week, introductory access to all of the information that we publish for this industry in our Plunkett Research Online service. You will receive your user name and password at no additional charge, as a purchaser of this eBook. 2) Your eBook provides a brief, concise introduction to this industry, including a statistical overview. The eBooks themselves are intentionally brief and to-the-point. In this manner, you will have a both a short eBook for permanent reference, and introductory use of our substantial online database.

These products are intended for business and professional use. Plunkett Research data is especially intended to assist with market research, preparation for sales calls, preparation for job interviews and competitive intelligence. Our data is also ideal for people involved in consulting, marketing and investments. The eBook’s content includes a short discussion section, providing an overview of the industry, as well as a one-page statistics summary that provides industry revenue, employment level and other financial statistics. Especially helpful is the way in which our data enables readers who do not have a business, financial or technology background to readily grasp the fundamentals of a specific industry. Notes: Your purchase includes free, introductory access to the Industry Research Center for this specific business sector on our Plunkett Research Online service. As a purchaser of this BUSINESS BRIEF & MARKET RESEARCH eBook, you may register for complimentary, one week, one-user access to this industry at Plunkett Research Online. We recommend that all purchasers take advantage of this offer in order to receive the full value of your purchase. This access will allow you an in-depth look into a long list of specific industry trends and business statistics. Certain restrictions apply. Only one registration allowed per customer for any industry. Registration requests will be responded to during normal business hours.

"Plunkett Research has built a solid reputation providing industry analysis and research in a diverse spectrum of areas - energy and utilities, finance and investment, health care and biotechnology, and engineering and research to name a few." American Reference Books AnnualPLUNKETT'S BUSINESS BRIEF & MARKET RESEARCH SERIES of eBooks are intended to provide the user with two points of reference to each of the world’s most important industry sectors: 1) The eBook contains instructions on how to register for one-week, introductory access to all of the information that we publish for this industry in our Plunkett Research Online service. You will receive your user name and password at no additional charge, as a purchaser of this eBook. 2) Your eBook provides a brief, concise introduction to this industry, including a statistical overview. The eBooks themselves are intentionally brief and to-the-point. In this manner, you will have a both a short eBook for permanent reference, and introductory use of our substantial online database.

These products are intended for business and professional use. Plunkett Research data is especially intended to assist with market research, preparation for sales calls, preparation for job interviews and competitive intelligence. Our data is also ideal for people involved in consulting, marketing and investments. The eBook’s content includes a short discussion section, providing an overview of the industry, as well as a one-page statistics summary that provides industry revenue, employment level and other financial statistics. Especially helpful is the way in which our data enables readers who do not have a business, financial or technology background to readily grasp the fundamentals of a specific industry. Notes: Your purchase includes free, introductory access to the Industry Research Center for this specific business sector on our Plunkett Research Online service. As a purchaser of this BUSINESS BRIEF & MARKET RESEARCH eBook, you may register for complimentary, one week, one-user access to this industry at Plunkett Research Online. We recommend that all purchasers take advantage of this offer in order to receive the full value of your purchase. This access will allow you an in-depth look into a long list of specific industry trends and business statistics. Certain restrictions apply. Only one registration allowed per customer for any industry. Registration requests will be responded to during normal business hours.

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Plunkett's Chemicals, Coatings & Plastics Industry Trends and Statistics Brief 2012 (Business Brief & Market Research Series) (Kindle Edition)

Plunkett's Chemicals, Coatings & Plastics Industry Trends and Statistics Brief 2012 (Business Brief & Market Research Series) (Kindle Edition)
By Jack W. Plunkett

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PLUNKETT'S BUSINESS BRIEF & MARKET RESEARCH SERIES of eBooks are intended to provide the user with two points of reference to each of the world’s most important industry sectors: 1) The eBook contains instructions on how to register for one-week, introductory access to all of the information that we publish for this industry in our Plunkett Research Online service. You will receive your user name and password at no additional charge, as a purchaser of this eBook. 2) Your eBook provides a brief, concise introduction to this industry, including a statistical overview. The eBooks themselves are intentionally brief and to-the-point. In this manner, you will have a both a short eBook for permanent reference, and introductory use of our substantial online database.

These products are intended for business and professional use. Plunkett Research data is especially intended to assist with market research, preparation for sales calls, preparation for job interviews and competitive intelligence. Our data is also ideal for people involved in consulting, marketing and investments. The eBook’s content includes a short discussion section, providing an overview of the industry, as well as a one-page statistics summary that provides industry revenue, employment level and other financial statistics. Especially helpful is the way in which our data enables readers who do not have a business, financial or technology background to readily grasp the fundamentals of a specific industry. Notes: Your purchase includes free, introductory access to the Industry Research Center for this specific business sector on our Plunkett Research Online service. As a purchaser of this BUSINESS BRIEF & MARKET RESEARCH eBook, you may register for complimentary, one week, one-user access to this industry at Plunkett Research Online. We recommend that all purchasers take advantage of this offer in order to receive the full value of your purchase. This access will allow you an in-depth look into a long list of specific industry trends and business statistics. Certain restrictions apply. Only one registration allowed per customer for any industry. Registration requests will be responded to during normal business hours.

"Plunkett Research has built a solid reputation providing industry analysis and research in a diverse spectrum of areas - energy and utilities, finance and investment, health care and biotechnology, and engineering and research to name a few." American Reference Books AnnualPLUNKETT'S BUSINESS BRIEF & MARKET RESEARCH SERIES of eBooks are intended to provide the user with two points of reference to each of the world’s most important industry sectors: 1) The eBook contains instructions on how to register for one-week, introductory access to all of the information that we publish for this industry in our Plunkett Research Online service. You will receive your user name and password at no additional charge, as a purchaser of this eBook. 2) Your eBook provides a brief, concise introduction to this industry, including a statistical overview. The eBooks themselves are intentionally brief and to-the-point. In this manner, you will have a both a short eBook for permanent reference, and introductory use of our substantial online database.

These products are intended for business and professional use. Plunkett Research data is especially intended to assist with market research, preparation for sales calls, preparation for job interviews and competitive intelligence. Our data is also ideal for people involved in consulting, marketing and investments. The eBook’s content includes a short discussion section, providing an overview of the industry, as well as a one-page statistics summary that provides industry revenue, employment level and other financial statistics. Especially helpful is the way in which our data enables readers who do not have a business, financial or technology background to readily grasp the fundamentals of a specific industry. Notes: Your purchase includes free, introductory access to the Industry Research Center for this specific business sector on our Plunkett Research Online service. As a purchaser of this BUSINESS BRIEF & MARKET RESEARCH eBook, you may register for complimentary, one week, one-user access to this industry at Plunkett Research Online. We recommend that all purchasers take advantage of this offer in order to receive the full value of your purchase. This access will allow you an in-depth look into a long list of specific industry trends and business statistics. Certain restrictions apply. Only one registration allowed per customer for any industry. Registration requests will be responded to during normal business hours.

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Best Practices Are Stupid: 40 Ways to Out-Innovate the Competition (Hardcover)

Best Practices Are Stupid: 40 Ways to Out-Innovate the Competition (Hardcover)
By Stephen M. Shapiro

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A concise manual for starting and nurturing a culture of innovation in any organization.

Innovation isn't just about generating new ideas; it's about staying one step ahead of the competition.

Expert Stephen Shapiro shows managers and employees how to reach their full potential, offering seventy-five tested strategies for boosting innovation in any workplace. They include:

• Hire people you don't like. Bring in the right mix of people and unleash your team's potential
• Stop recognizing people for doing their job. That only leads to "more of the same." Instead, recognize people for challenging the status quo
• Define the challenge more clearly. If you ask better questions, you will get better answers
• Don't ask people to think outside the box. Instead, give employees a better box: well-defined challenges that will guide their efforts

This book will help any organization make innovation a repeatable, sustainable process at the heart of the company's culture.

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TechWirbel (Kindle Edition)

TechWirbel (Kindle Edition)
By Konzept

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TechWirbel ("tek-verbal") spotlights technology that should significantly affect the human race. The applications, consequences, obstacles, limitations, etc. for such technologies are discussed.

Kindle blogs are fully downloaded onto your Kindle so you can read them even when you're not wirelessly connected. And unlike RSS readers which often only provide headlines, blogs on Kindle give you full text content and images, and are updated wirelessly throughout the day. Read more

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From Brain to Gain (Amazon Instant Video)

From Brain to Gain (Amazon Instant Video)
By Alicia Castillo Holley

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