Summaries of books about Business & Finance:
Rethinking Retention in Good Times and Bad
Breakthrough Ideas for Keeping Your Best Workers
Richard P. Finnegan
The book presents innovative strategies for improving employee retention by addressing the root causes of turnover and fostering stronger engagement. It offers practical tools and methods for managers to build trust with their employees, personalize retention plans, and measure the effectiveness of their retention initiatives.
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Cloud Surfing
A New Way to Think About Risk, Innovation, Scale and Success
Thomas M. Koulopoulos
The book explores the impact of cloud technology on business innovation, risk management, and scalability, advocating for a shift in mindset to leverage the cloud's potential for success in the Social Century. It delves into strategies for harnessing the power of cloud computing to drive growth, foster collaboration, and create competitive advantages in a rapidly changing digital landscape.
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Future Search
Getting the Whole System in the Room for Vision, Commitment, and Action
Marvin Weisbord|Sandra Janoff
The book provides a comprehensive guide to the Future Search methodology, a participatory planning process that brings diverse stakeholders together to create shared visions and collaborative action plans for organizations or communities. It outlines principles, strategies, and real-world examples for facilitating large-group interventions that lead to transformative change and consensus-building.
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Tomorrow's Capitalist
My Search for the Soul of Business
Alan Murray
The book explores the evolving role of business in society, advocating for a shift towards stakeholder capitalism where companies balance profit with purpose. It delves into the author's personal experiences and interviews with industry leaders to illustrate how businesses can address social issues and still thrive economically.
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True to Yourself
Leading a Values-Based Business
Mark Albion
The book provides guidance on how to build a successful, values-driven business by integrating personal principles with professional endeavors. It offers practical advice, case studies, and exercises to help entrepreneurs align their business goals with their personal values for sustainable and ethical success.
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The End of Cheap China, Revised and Updated
Economic and Cultural Trends That Will Disrupt the World
Shaun Rein
The book examines the transformation of China from a source of inexpensive goods into a hub of innovation and higher costs, analyzing the economic and social changes driving this shift. It explores the implications for global businesses and economies, as well as the cultural trends influencing China's future role in the world.
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WE
Men, Women, and the Decisive Formula for Winning at Work
Rania H. Anderson
The book provides insights and strategies for men and women to collaborate effectively in the workplace, emphasizing the importance of gender-inclusive leadership and teamwork. It offers practical advice, real-world examples, and a formula for creating a more balanced and productive work environment for everyone.
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The Negotiation Fieldbook
Simple Strategies to Help You Negotiate Everything
Grande Lum
The book provides practical strategies and techniques for effective negotiation in various situations, emphasizing preparation, clear communication, and finding mutually beneficial solutions. It includes examples, exercises, and tips to help readers develop their negotiation skills and confidence across personal and professional contexts.
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Hire Purpose
How Smart Companies Can Close the Skills Gap
Deanna Mulligan|Greg Shaw
The book explores the challenges businesses face due to rapidly evolving technology and the resulting skills gap in the workforce. It offers insights and strategies for companies to adapt through reskilling initiatives, fostering a culture of continuous learning, and leveraging partnerships to build a future-ready workforce.
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Well Connected
An Unconventional Approach to Building Genuine, Effective Business Relationships
Gordon S. Curtis
The book provides strategies and techniques for networking and building business relationships that go beyond traditional advice, emphasizing the importance of connecting with others in a meaningful and mutually beneficial way. It offers practical guidance on identifying and leveraging your existing relationships, as well as creating new connections that can lead to professional opportunities and success.
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