Summaries of books about Business & Finance:
The Origin and Evolution of New Businesses
Amar V. Bhide
The book examines the dynamics of entrepreneurial ventures, exploring how new businesses start, the risks they face, and the factors that contribute to their success or failure. It delves into the strategies entrepreneurs employ, the importance of adaptability, and the role of innovation in the growth and sustainability of startups.
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Leading Continuous Change
Navigating Churn in the Real World
Bill Pasmore
The book provides insights and strategies for leaders to manage and implement continuous change effectively within their organizations, emphasizing the importance of adaptability and resilience. It offers practical tools and frameworks to navigate the complexities of change in a dynamic business environment, ensuring that transformations are sustainable and aligned with organizational goals.
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Bootstrap Leadership
50 Ways to Break Out, Take Charge, and Move Up
Steve Arneson
The book provides a practical guide for self-improvement in leadership roles, offering fifty strategies to enhance one's leadership skills without relying on external training or coaching. It emphasizes taking personal initiative to develop leadership qualities, set goals, and create opportunities for career advancement.
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Brain Rules for Work
The Science of Thinking Smarter in the Office and at Home
John Medina
The book presents evidence-based insights into how the human brain functions in professional environments, offering practical strategies to enhance productivity, creativity, and communication at work and home. It covers topics such as managing stress, optimizing workspaces, and improving teamwork through an understanding of neuroscience.
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Running Remote
Master the Lessons from the World’s Most Successful Remote-Work Pioneers
Liam Martin|Rob Rawson
The book provides insights and practical advice on how to effectively manage remote teams, drawing from the experiences of successful remote-work pioneers. It covers topics such as communication strategies, productivity tools, and cultural considerations to help leaders build and sustain high-performing distributed teams.
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Message Not Received
Why Business Communication Is Broken and How to Fix It
Phil Simon
The book examines the pitfalls of modern business communication, such as overreliance on jargon and email, which lead to confusion and inefficiency. It offers practical solutions for improving clarity and streamlining communication by leveraging tools like social media and plain language.
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Intrinsic Motivation at Work
What Really Drives Employee Engagement
Kenneth W. Thomas
The book explores the key factors that influence employees' internal motivation, such as a sense of meaningfulness, choice, competence, and progress in their work. It provides strategies for managers to foster an environment that enhances these elements, thereby increasing engagement and satisfaction among their teams.
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Full Frontal PR
Building Buzz About Your Business, Your Product, or You
Richard Laermer
The book provides a guide on how to effectively use public relations to generate attention and create a strong brand image for businesses, products, or individuals. It offers practical advice, strategies, and real-world examples for crafting compelling messages and leveraging media to build a positive public profile.
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Creating a Drama-Free Workplace
The Insider's Guide to Managing Conflict, Incivility & Mistrust
Anna Maravelas
The book provides strategies and insights for resolving workplace conflicts, enhancing communication, and fostering a positive work environment. It offers practical tools for managers and employees to build trust, address incivility, and prevent the escalation of tensions in professional settings.
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The Secret Language of Business
How to Read Anyone in 3 Seconds or Less
Kevin Hogan
The book provides insights into nonverbal communication and body language, offering strategies to interpret gestures, facial expressions, and other cues to better understand people's true intentions and feelings in a business context. It equips readers with techniques to improve their interpersonal skills, enhance their ability to influence others, and achieve success in professional interactions.
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