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Book SynopsisTrade Review“This is an eye-opening book. Sylvia Ann Hewlett’s compelling new data shows the scope and — Tiger Tyagarajan, CEO, Genpact “Sylvia Ann Hewlett’s powerful new book explains how and why the #MeToo movement is challenging corporate America. Compelling, compassionate - and hard to put down - it makes the case that combating sexual misconduct and striving for inclusion are not only the just things to do, they are essential if organizations are to survive and thrive. Particularly valuable are Hewlett’s concrete action steps for individuals and corporations. This book will shape how leaders think about and deal with sexual misconduct for years to come.” — Hon. Barbara Jones, former judge in the US District Court for the Southern District and special counsel to the archdiocese of NY with regard to accusations of sexual abuse "A bold and urgent call to action for individuals, leaders, and corporations on one of the most significant movements of our time. Hewlett presents a compelling business imperative and a range of solutions to ensure that meritocracy, equality, diversity, and inclusion are rigorously embedded within an institution’s culture." — Jyoti Chopra, senior vice president and chief diversity and sustainability officer, MGM Resorts International “With this incredible addition to her oeuvre, Hewlett proves— again—that she belongs in the pantheon of thought leaders that drive transformational change, helping companies tackle the toughest challenges. She digs into the hardest layers of #MeToo to undercover hidden pockets of pain that don’t make the front pages.” — Todd Sears, CEO and founder, Out Leadership “This is a brave and important book, filled with personal stories and rich data. Hewlett reveals that junior, white, straight women are far from being the only victims of sexual misconduct, and that power—not sexual desire—is at the root of the problem. Once you start reading this book, you won’t stop.” — Victoria Bateman, the Iain Macpherson Lecturer in Economics at Gonville & Caius College, Cambridge University “#MeToo in the Corporate World adds a critical dimension to conversations about sexual misconduct and gender equity. Hewlett documents how widespread the abuse of power is, the growing costs to employers, and the imperative for change. Now is the moment for corporations to take action.” — Lorraine Hariton, CEO and president, Catalyst “Brave and powerful. Sylvia Ann Hewlett, the ‘mother’ of modern leadership theory, offers practical ways of dismantling the privilege that has kept diverse talent on the periphery. Her analysis of the objectification and sexual harassment of black men in the workplace, and the resulting shame and emasculation they suffer, is particularly prescient.” — India Gary-Martin, principal, Leadership for Life, and former managing director, JPMorgan Chase

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Book SynopsisA New York Times bestselling journalist sets out to explore our addiction to the quantification of everything and ends up confronting his own addiction to certainty. In the quiet of quarantine, he decides to choose ease, rather than control—pursuing habits and hobbies that bring joy and “tickles” to each and every moment—and finds peace of mind, renewed creativity, and deepened relationships are the reward.In 2020, nothing went according to plan. Duff McDonald had intended to write a book about society’s obsession with measurements, data, and predictions, showing how it blunts individual happiness and decision-making while fueling corporate capitalism. But in the quiet of quarantine, McDonald found himself reexamining the assumptions beneath his own life choices. He also reconsidered his book, deciding instead to reframe his approach as an exploration of his own battle with what he calls the “precision paradox

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Book SynopsisLONGLISTED FOR THE FINANCIAL TIMES & MCKINSEY BUSINESS BOOK OF THE YEAR“I often talk about the importance of trust when it comes to work: the trust of your employees and building trust with your customers.Trade Review“Significant and timely, Neeley’s guidance will provide vital information to those struggling to work and lead in the virtual workplace.” — Publishers Weekly (starred review) “A timely, thoughtful and practical guide to moving to effective remote teamwork. . . . This Harvard Business School professor's 20-year research project comes at just the right time, with practical, accessible tips for leading remote work teams.” — Shelf Awareness “I often talk about the importance of trust when it comes to work: earning the trust of your employees and building trust with your customers. This book provides a blueprint for how to build and maintain that trust and connection in a digital environment.” — Eric S. Yuan, founder and CEO of Zoom “Neeley draws on her nearly two decades of research to answer the critical questions regarding how we best build productive and enjoyable virtual routines into our post-COVID-19 professional lives. Few of us are going back to the way we worked. Read her book and begin to prepare for the other side of this pandemic now.” — Larry Culp, CEO of General Electric (GE) “I can’t imagine a more timely book or a better person to write it. Neeley has deep knowledge of the science behind team communications and how best to lead from the next desk over or at a distance. Her vivid examples and insightful interpretations make the case for the growing importance of empathy and diversity. And her solutions to the productivity challenges of remoteness make this an essential guide for the future of work.” — Rosabeth Moss Kanter, Harvard Business School professor and bestselling author of Confidence and Think Outside the Building “Everybody—not just the business community— is wondering how remote work will affect our future and how private and public organizations should adjust. With her timely and highly documented research, Neeley provides answers to questions on leadership from afar, on tools and methods needed to enhance productivity of dispersed teams, and on the psychological fundamentals of trust and emotional engagement. Today we do not know what the endgame of remote working will be, but we should definitely read Neeley’s book to ensure our organizations evolve and rapidly adopt the most virtuous models.” — Vittorio Colao, former CEO of Vodafone Group “Tsedal Neeley gives us a much-needed playbook on how to embrace the challenges and leverage the opportunities of our new global, virtual workplace. Remote Work Revolution is a must-read for anyone aiming to excel in a world that is continuously being redefined.” — Lisa Skeete Tatum, cofounder and CEO of Landit “Through examples and deeply researched insight, Remote Work Revolution details how to build and lead a culture of trust and inclusivity across distributed teams and time zones. It’s about what it takes to truly work together while being apart. Whether she’s writing about digital tools or the importance of social cues and context, Tsedal Neeley has created a guide that will help any organization withstand challenges and realize its full potential over the long-term.” — Eric Ries, CEO of Long-Term Stock Exchange (LTSE), author of The Lean Startup and The Startup Way "Suddenly, the business world has changed fundamentally for all of us. With remote work remaining a necessity for many industries going forward, Tsedal’s book is a must-read for any manager navigating the challenges and benefits of a virtual workforce.” — Liz Cheng, general manager of television at GBH and WORLD Channel “Whether it’s part of a long-term strategy or simply thrust upon you due to the pandemic, a remote work program requires a systematic approach to succeed. Remote Work Revolution provides an intelligent framework and practical action guides to help you build a foundation of trust and inclusion that enables teams to be cohesive and productive in a virtual environment. The essential lessons in this book, drawn from years of real-world research, can make the difference between surviving and thriving in this new era.” — David L. Giunta, president and CEO of Natixis Investment Managers, US “Irrespective of whether you’re in sales, manufacturing, or accounting; whether you’re in a small or big organization; whether you work in companies, schools, hospitals, or government; or where in the world you live—every modern manager who wants to succeed should read this book.” — Morten T. Hansen, professor at UC Berkeley, author of Great at Work and Collaboration, and coauthor of Great by Choice "The ability to effectively manage remote workers is equally likely to become a requisite skill set for leaders. You can obtain it through trial and error, or you can get a leg up by reading Remote Work Revolution." — Theodore Kinni, contributing editor of strategy+business "[Tsedal Neeley's] book provides the guidance needed to navigate this new reality. It offers evidence-based answers (not just off-the-cuff advice) to managers trying to lead using digital tools, wondering how to keep everyone connected without in-person interactions, and making sure that work/life balance is not turning into collateral damage." — Forbes "Filled with practical and nuanced advice for effectively leading people at a distance." — strategy+business

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Book SynopsisNEXT BIG IDEA CLUB''s November 2023 Must Read Books • LIBRARY JOURNAL EDITOR PICK • “A groundbreaking book, both bold in its premise and precise in its exploration of systemic racism in the workplace. This could not be a more urgent and necessary blueprint for progress.”—Bakari Sellers, New York Times bestselling author of My Vanishing Country“Provides a trailblazing antiracist framework for us all.”—Ibram X. Kendi, #1 New York Times bestselling author of How to Be an AntiracistThis vital and accessible study is a must-read for anyone concerned with workplace equality.—Publishers Weekly (Starred Review)A leading sociologist reveals why racial inequality persists in the workplace despite today’s multi-billion-dollar diversity industry—and provides actionable solutions for creating a truly equitable, multiracial future.Labor and race have shared a complex, interconnected history in America. For decades, key aspects of work—from getting a job to workplace norms to advancement and mobility—ignored and failed Black people. While explicit discrimination no longer occurs, and organizations make internal and public pledges to honor and achieve “diversity,” inequities persist through what Adia Harvey Wingfield calls the “gray areas:” the relationships, networks, and cultural dynamics integral to companies that are now more important than ever. The reality is that Black employees are less likely to be hired, stall out at middle levels, and rarely progress to senior leadership positions.Wingfield has spent a decade examining inequality in the workplace, interviewing over two hundred Black subjects across professions about their work lives. In Gray Areas, she introduces seven of them: Alex, a worker in the gig economy Max, an emergency medicine doctor; Constance, a chemical engineer; Brian, a filmmaker; Amalia, a journalist; Darren, a corporate vice president; and Kevin, who works for a nonprofit.In this accessible and important antiracist work, Wingfield chronicles their experiences and blends them with history and surprising data that starkly show how old models of work are outdated and detrimental. She demonstrates the scope and breadth of gray areas and offers key insights and suggestions for how they can be fixed, including shifting hiring practices to include Black workers; rethinking organizational cultures to centralize Black employees’ experience; and establishing pathways that move capable Black candidates into leadership roles. These reforms would create workplaces that reflect America’s increasingly diverse population—professionals whose needs organizations today are ill-prepared to meet.It’s time to prepare for a truly equitable, multiracial future and move our culture forward. To do so, we must address the gray areas in our workspaces today. This definitive work shows us how.Gray Areas includes 15 black-and-white images and a photo insert.

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Book SynopsisThe Economics of Women, Men, and Work, Eighth Edition, is the most current and comprehensive source available for research, data, and analysis on women, gender, and economics. Blau and Winkler are widely known for their research and contributions on the study of the economics of gender. The eighth edition includes fully updated data and research, and analyzes the consequences of recent developments in the labor market for men and women. These developments include the declining gender wage gap, rising wage inequality, and the growing divide in labor market and family outcomes by educational attainment.Trade ReviewI really love this book. I love the presentation, which is sophisticated yet accessible to students who have had no economics experience. Economics majors love the applications and are often surprised at what they learn. The text has been strengthened and solidified over time. I am so impressed that the updates have been comprehensive, the data is not stale, and references to new research have been incorporated seamlessly. Love it. I'm starting to sound like a groupie." * Kathryn Nantz, Fairfield University *This is a readable, engaging book written by scholars deeply involved in research and teaching. The authors are able to explain complex economic concepts, theories, and empirical findings in language that even non-economics students can understand. Its coverage is comprehensive and interdisciplinary." * Brenda Wyss, Wheaton College *<"I love the topical boxes. Many times we will actually read them in class (I don't generally read out of the book in lectures). Current examples/research is wonderful and having them highlighted this way is great. I am all for more of this.>" * Cheryl Carleton, Villanova University *What I appreciate most about this text is the focus on the narratives of the women laborers within their economic/workplace contexts, often in their own words." * Mahruq Khan, University of Wisconsin-La Crosse *<"I am becoming more inclined to consider BFW as primary text because of quantity/quality of material presented. It would be time-consuming, but relatively straightforward to put together a class using the organization structure of the current/proposed BFW text.>" -Susan Linz, Michigan State UniversityThis is a readable, engaging book written by scholars deeply involved in research and teaching. The authors are able to explain complex economic concepts, theories, and empirical findings in language that even non-economics students can understand. Its coverage is comprehensive and interdisciplinary. * Brenda Whyss, Wheaton College *Table of ContentsPreface Acknowledgments Part I. Introduction and Historical Perspectives Chapter 1. Introduction What Economics Is About Uses of Economic Theory The Scope of Economics Individuals, Families, and Households A Further Note on Terminology Outline of the Book Questions for Review and Discussion Key Terms Appendix 1A: A Review of Supply and Demand in the Labor Market Chapter 2. Women and Men: Historical Perspectives The Source of Gender Differences: Nature versus Nurture-The Ongoing Debate Factors Influencing Women's Relative Status Women's Roles and Economic Development The U.S. Experience BOX: Economic Incentives: An Engine of Change for Women's Property Rights Historical Evidence on Occupations and Earnings BOX: College Educated Women Over the Last 100 Years: Work, Family or Both? Conclusion Questions for Review and Discussion Suggested Readings Key Terms Part II. The Allocation of Time between the Household and the Labor Market Chapter 3. The Family as an Economic Unit: Theoretical Perspectives The Simple Neoclassical Model: Specialization and Exchange Comparative Advantage Specialization and Exchange: Numerical Examples Decreasing Gains to Specialization and Exchange and the Shift Away from the Traditional Family Disadvantages of Specialization Lack of Sharing of Housework Life Cycle Changes Costs of Interdependence Tastes and Bargaining Power Domestic Violence Advantages of Families beyond Specialization Economies of Scale Public Goods Externalities in Consumption Gains from Shared Consumption Marriage-Specific Investments Risk Pooling Institutional Advantages Transaction Cost and Bargaining Approaches Conclusion Questions for Review and Discussion Suggested Readings Key Terms Appendix 3A: Specialization and Exchange: A Graphical Analysis Chapter 4. The Family as an Economic Unit: Evidence Time Spent in Nonmarket Work Time Spent in Housework Time Spent with Children Time Spent in Volunteer Work Estimating the Value of Nonmarket Production BOX: The September 11th Victim Compensation Fund of 2001: Just Compensation?The American Family in the Twenty-First Century BOX: The State of Unions in the United States Conclusion Questions for Review and Discussion Internet-Based Data Exercise Suggested Readings Key Terms Chapter 5. The Labor Force: Definitions and Trends The Labor Force: Some Definitions Trends in Labor Force Participation Broad Labor Force Trends by Gender: 1890 to Present Labor Force Trends by Race/Ethnicity Labor Force Trends over the Life Cycle Trends in Labor Force Attachment of Women Trends in Hours Worked Trends in Gender Differences in Unemployment Conclusion Questions for Review and Discussion Internet-Based Data Exercise Suggested Readings Key Terms Chapter 6. The Labor Supply Decision The Labor Supply Decision The Budget Constraint Indifference Curves The Labor Force Participation Decision The Value of Nonmarket Time The Value of Market Time The Hours Decision Empirical Evidence on the Responsiveness of Labor Supply to Wages and Income BOX: Labor Supply Elasticities Economic Conditions Some Applications of the Theory: Taxes, Child Care Costs, and Labor Supply Taxes and the Decision to Work Government Subsidies of Child Care and Women's Labor Force Participation Other Factors Affecting Child Care Costs and Women's Labor Force Participation Analyzing the Long-Term Growth in Women's Labor Force Participation Factors Influencing the Value of Market Time Factors Influencing the Value of Nonmarket Time BOX: The World II Experience: Women's Surge in Labor Force Participation Recent Trends in Women's Labor Force Participation: Has the Engine of Growth Stalled? Analyzing Trends in Men's Labor Force Participation Black and White Participation Differentials: Serious Employment Problems for Black Men Conclusion Questions for Review and Discussion Suggested Readings Key Terms Appendix 6A: The Income and Substitution Effects: A Closer Look Part III. Labor Market Outcomes: Theory, Evidence, and Policy Chapter 7. Evidence on Gender Differences in Labor Market Outcomes Gender Differences in Occupations Overview of Gender Differences in Occupations Measuring Occupational Segregation Hierarchies within Occupations Evaluating the Extent of Occupational Segregation Trends in Occupational Segregation by Sex BOX: Women in the Military: No Positions Are Off Limits as of 2016 The Gender Pay Ratio BOX: The Gender Pay Gap in the News Gender Differences in Union Membership Gender Differences in Self-Employment Gender Differences in Nonstandard Work Conclusion Questions for Review and Discussion Internet-Based Data Exercise Suggested Readings Key Terms Chapter 8. Gender Differences in Educational Attainment: Theory and Evidence Supply and Demand Explanations: An Overview What Is Human Capital? Gender Differences in Levels of Educational Attainment Gender Differences in High School Coursework and College Field of Study The Educational Investment Decision BOX: Calculating the Net Present Value of a Human Capital Investment The Rising College Wage or Earnings Premium Education and Productivity Gender Differences in Educational Investment Decisions: The Human Capital Explanation BOX: Where are the Women Economics Majors? Gender Differences in Educational Investment Decisions: Social Influences and Anticipation of Discrimination Socialization Biased Evaluations Subtle Barriers: Role Models, Mentoring, and Networking The Impact of Title IX-Sports, Academics,Sexual Harassment, and Sexual Violence Explaining Women's Rising Educational Attainment Conclusion Questions for Review and Discussion Internet-Based Data Exercise Suggested Readings Key Terms Chapter 9. Other Supply-Side Sources of Gender Differences in Labor Market Outcomes: On-the-Job Training, Family Gaps, Psychological Attributes, and Math Test Scores On-the-Job Training and Labor Market Experience Gender Differences in Labor Market Experience The On-the-Job Training Investment Decision General Training Firm-Specific Training Why Do Firms Pay Tuition Benefits? Experience and Productivity Gender Differences in Training Investment Decisions Expected Work Life Discrimination Occupations and Earnings Temporal Flexibility and the Gender Wage Gap Family-Related Earnings Gaps Traditional Gender Roles and Gender Wage Gaps Wage Penalties and Premiums Associated with Marriage and Parenthood Gender Differences in Psychological Attributes Attitudes toward Negotiating Attitudes toward Competition Attitudes toward Risk Gender Differences in the "Big Five" Personality Traits A Closer Look at Gender Differences in Math Test Scores BOX: Women, Men and Stereotype Threat Conclusion Questions for Review and Discussion Suggested Readings Key Terms Chapter 10. Evidence on the Sources of Gender Differences in Earnings and Occupations: Supply-Side Factors versus Labor Market Discrimination Labor Market Discrimination: A Definition Analyzing the Sources of Gender Differences in Labor Market Outcomes Empirical Evidence on the Sources of Gender Differences in Earnings Evidence from Statistical Analyses: Labor Market-wide Evidence Biases in the Estimate of Discrimination Evidence on Possible Sources of the Unexplained Gender Wage Gap BOX: The Effect of Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity on Earnings Further Evidence from Statistical Analyses: A Look at Subgroups of College Graduates, Lawyers, and MBAs Evidence on Discrimination from Experiments Evidence on Discrimination from Court Cases Evidence on Discrimination: An Assessment The Declining Gender Pay Gap The Context: Widening Wage Inequality BOX: The Minimum Wage: What is It? Determinants of Trends in the Gender Wage Gap Explaining the Decline in the Gender Wage Gap Minorities Fared Less Well in Narrowing the Wage Gap with Whites Empirical Evidence on the Causes and Consequences of Gender Differences in Occupations Consequences of Occupational Segregation Causes of Occupational Segregation Is There a Glass Ceiling? Conclusion Questions for Review and Discussion Suggested Readings Key Terms Appendix 10A: Regression Analysis and Empirical Estimates of Labor Market Discrimination Chapter 11. Labor Market Discrimination: Theory Theories of Labor Market Discrimination: An Overview Tastes for Discrimination Employer Discrimination Employee Discrimination Customer Discrimination Subtle Barriers Statistical Discrimination Perceptions of Average Gender Differences Can Result in a Pay Gap Statistical Discrimination and Feedback Effects Empirical Evidence on Gender Differences in Quitting The Overcrowding Model Institutional Models The Internal Labor Market Primary and Secondary Jobs Feedback Effects Conclusion Questions for Review and Discussion Suggested Readings Key Terms Chapter 12. Government Policies to Combat Employment Discrimination Rationales for Government Intervention Equal Employment Opportunity Laws and Regulations Equal Pay Act Title VII of the Civil Rights Act Executive Order 11246 and Affirmative Action Major Court Decisions and Legislation That Have Shaped the Equal Employment Laws and Regulations Effectiveness of the Government's Antidiscrimination Effort Affirmative Action BOX: Quotas for Women in the Boardroom Comparable Worth BOX: Job Evaluation Conclusion Questions for Review and Discussion Suggested Readings Key Terms Part IV The Economics of the Family: Theory, Evidence, and Policy Chapter 13. Changing Work Roles and Family Formation Economic Explanations for Family Formation The Role of Gains to Specialization in Production Declining Gains from Specialization in Production Other Benefits from Marriage Remain and Some May Be Increasing Marriage Marriage Patterns by Educational Attainment Conclusion Divorce Cohabitation: Opposite-Sex Couples Cohabitation and Marriage: Same-Sex Couples Fertility Trends in Fertility Rates: World War II to Present Timing of Fertility by Educational Attainment Births to Unmarried Mothers Teen Births Births to Older Mothers Conclusion Questions for Review and Discussion Internet-Based Data Exercise Suggested Readings Key Terms Chapter 14. The Changing American Family and Implications for Family Well-Being Changing Family Structure Dual-Earner Families Single-Parent Families Poverty: Incidence and Measurement Implications for Children's Well-Being Maternal Employment, Child Care, and Children's Outcomes Family Economic Disadvantage and Children's Outcomes Family Structure and Children's Outcomes Conclusion Questions for Review and Discussion Internet-Based Data Exercise Suggested Readings Key Terms Chapter 15. Government Policies Affecting Family Well-Being Policies to Alleviate Poverty Aid to Families with Dependent Children: The Former U.S. Welfare Program Temporary Assistance to Needy Families: The Current U.S. Welfare Program The Earned Income Tax Credit Employment Strategies Child Support Enforcement BOX: Beyond Traditional Income and Work Support Policies: Marriage Promotion Taxes, Specialization, and Marriage Federal Income Tax Social Security Conclusion Questions for Review and Discussion Suggested Readings Key Terms Chapter 16. Balancing the Competing Demands of Work and Family The Competing Demands of Work and Family Work-Family Challenges Faced by Low-Wage Workers with Families Work-Family Challenges for Highly-Educated Professional Women BOX: In the Media: Prominent Women Debate Whether Highly-Educated Women Can "Have it All" Particular Challenges for Women Balancing Work and Family Rationales for Government and Employer Policies to Assist Workers Rationales for Government Policies Rationales for Employer Policies Government and Employer Family-Friendly Policies Government Leave Policies at the Federal Level Paid Leave: Action on Leave Policies at the State Level Child Care Other Family-Friendly Policies Alternative Work Schedules Flexible Benefits Policies to Assist Couples BOX: How to Handle a Job Interview Conclusion Questions for Review and Discussion Suggested Readings Key Terms Part V. The Economic Status of the World's Women Chapter 17. Gender Differences Around the World Indicators of Women's Economic Status The International Context Labor Force Participation Time Spent in Unpaid Work Educational Attainment BOX: Middle East and North Africa: Low Female Labor Force Participation Despite Rising Educational Attainment The Benefits of Educating Girls Cross-National Trends in Fertility Rates Variations in Sex-Ratios at Birth BOX: China's One-Child Policy: A Case Study of the Unintended Consequences of a Seemingly Neutral Fertility Policy Women's Political and Legal Empowerment Multidimensional Measures of Women's Status Economic Development, Globalization, and Women's Status BOX: Microfinance: Mirage or Lifeline? Conclusion Questions for Review and Discussion Suggested Readings Key Terms Chapter 18. A Comparison of the United States to Other Economically Advanced Countries An Overview of International Differences in Policies and Institutions Labor Market Policies to Combat Gender Discrimination Wage-Setting Policies Family-Friendly Policies Tax Policies U.S. Women's Labor Force Participation in an International Context The U.S. Gender Wage Ratio in an International Context BOX: Comparable Worth in Australia Understanding Low Fertility in Economically Advanced Countries Conclusion Questions for Review and Discussion Suggested Readings Key Terms Author Index Subject Index

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Book SynopsisHow do we make the most of the greatest global shift in the world of work for a century and radically redesign the way we work—forever?Professor Lynda Gratton is the global thought-leader on the future of work. Drawing on thirty years of research into the technological, demographic, cultural, and societal trends that are shaping work and building on what we learned through our experiences of the pandemic, Gratton presents her innovative four-step framework for redesigning work that will help you: Understand your people and what drives performance Reimagine creative new ways to work Model and test these approaches within your organization Act and create to ensure your redesign has lasting benefits Gratton presents real-world case studies that show companies grappling with work challenges. These include the global bank HSBC, which built a multidisciplinary team to understand the employee experie

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Book SynopsisThe #1 New York Times bestseller that examines how people can champion new ideas in their careers and everyday life—and how leaders can fight groupthink, from the author of Think Again and co-author of Option B“Filled with fresh insights on a broad array of topics that are important to our personal and professional lives.”—The New York Times DealBook“Originals is one of the most important and captivating books I have ever read, full of surprising and powerful ideas. It will not only change the way you see the world; it might just change the way you live your life. And it could very well inspire you to change your world.” —Sheryl Sandberg, COO of Facebook and author of Lean InWith Give and Take, Adam Grant not only introduced a landmark new paradigm for success but also established himself as one of his generation’s most compelling and provocative thought leaders. In Originals he again addresses the challenge of improving the world, but now from the perspective of becoming original: choosing to champion novel ideas and values that go against the grain, battle conformity, and buck outdated traditions. How can we originate new ideas, policies, and practices without risking it all?   Using surprising studies and stories spanning business, politics, sports, and entertainment, Grant explores how to recognize a good idea, speak up without getting silenced, build a coalition of allies, choose the right time to act, and manage fear and doubt; how parents and teachers can nurture originality in children; and how leaders can build cultures that welcome dissent. Learn from an entrepreneur who pitches his start-ups by highlighting the reasons not to invest, a woman at Apple who challenged Steve Jobs from three levels below, an analyst who overturned the rule of secrecy at the CIA, a billionaire financial wizard who fires employees for failing to criticize him, and a TV executive who didn’t even work in comedy but saved Seinfeld from the cutting-room floor. The payoff is a set of groundbreaking insights about rejecting conformity and improving the status quo.

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Book SynopsisA timely, practical resource on creating teams and organizations where everyone has the opportunity to succeed.--Adam Grant, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Think Again and host of the podcast WorkLife A step-by-step guide for managers, teams, and DEI leaders looking to create impactful, lasting change in their organization, from recruitment to retention, and beyond. Are you tired of hollow promises about diversity, equity, and inclusion in your organization? Do you want to take steps towards real change – beyond issuing mission statements, signing checks, and holding listening sessions – but don’t know where to start? This book is your answer. Designed for teams to read together, Actions Speak Louder offers a comprehensive blueprint for leaders and teams who are ready to get out of their own way, look at their surroundings with new eyes, and turn their energy into a concrete plan.<

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Book SynopsisFrom the co-author of the New York Times bestseller Team of Teams, a practical guide for leaders looking to make their organizations more interconnected and unified in the midst of sudden change. Too often, companies end up with teams stuck in their own silos, pursuing goals and metrics in isolation. Their traditional autocratic structures create stability, scalability, and predictability -- but in a world that demands rapid adaptation to a new reality, this traditional model simply doesn’t work. In Team of Teams, retired four-star General Stanley McChrystal and former Navy SEAL Chris Fussell made the case for a new organizational model combining the agility, adaptability, and cohesion of a small team with the power and resources of a giant organization. Now, in One Mission, Fussell channels all his experiences, both military and corporate, into powerful strategies for unifying isola

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Book SynopsisLearn the essentials of business, finance, and company management with this unique graphic guide from DK!If you're perplexed by profit margins, confused by cash flow, or baffled by balance sheets, all your questions and many more are answered in this indispensable business book. Get to grips with how companies work, from research and development, to sales and marketing, and production and distribution.Eye-catching visual aids give a helpful representation of each and every aspect of business, while complex subjects are broken down into concise explanations, expressed in easy-to-understand language. Crammed with essential terms and key concepts, How Business Works is perfect for anyone looking to take their business to the next level, or those learning the ropes from the ground to the top.Within this one-stop guide you will find:-Hundreds of colorful images and engaging graphics.-Demystifying explanations of complex theories and f

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Book SynopsisThe classic guide to working from home and why we should embrace a virtual office, from the bestselling authors of Rework   “A paradigm-smashing, compulsively readable case for a radically remote workplace.”—Susan Cain, New York Times bestselling author of Quiet Does working from home—or anywhere else but the office—make sense? In Remote, Jason Fried and David Heinemeier Hansson, the founders of Basecamp, bring new insight to the hotly debated argument. While providing a complete overview of remote work’s challenges, Jason and David persuasively argue that, often, the advantages of working “off-site” far outweigh the drawbacks. In the past decade, the “under one roof” model of conducting work has been steadily declining, owing to technology that is rapidly creating virtual workspaces. Today

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Book SynopsisTrade Review"An engaging story that will help you escape from the traps of victimhood and enablement. Applying what you read will help you become truly proactive as you develop high trust in yourself and healthy relationships with others. Enjoy it and make the shift that creates true effectiveness!" Stephen M.R. Covey, author, The Speed of Trust"David Emerald is one of the great champions of positive behaviour change as the best remedy for the heavy cost of workplace drama -- both personally and organizationally. His book, 3 Vital Questions , provides accessible new insights and tools that will be valuable for anyone." Michael Bungay Stanier, author, The Coaching Habit"Creators change the world, but victims suck. They suck time, energy and momentum out of challenges desperate to become great opportunities. David Emerald has mastered helping leaders move from being victims of circumstance to creators choosing the brilliant futures they want. His new book, 3 Vital Questions is the roadmap for how to make this happen." ----Mike Maddock, author, Free the Idea Monkey"Really smart and helpful information about . . . stronger, saner, and healthier ways of behaving." Elizabeth Gilbert, author, Big Magic: Creative Living Beyond Fear"This book illuminates the secret ingredient in change leadershipthe human dimension. With its laser focus on outcomes, the 3 Vital Questions will revolutionize the way you think, relate and act to create sustainable change in times of rapid transformation." Alison L. Ferren, MBA, Senior Vice President, Integration and Performance Improvement, Thomas Jefferson University & Jefferson Health"Like many of us, I have encountered several change management approaches over the course of my career. I've found none as helpful and practical as those in David Emerald's The Power of TED* and his new book 3 Vital Questions . It is a vital read for any leader looking to inspire breakthrough change throughout their organization." Robert T. Green, Senior Vice President, GE Healthcare Partners"It is impossible to describe what a profound impact the 3 Vital Questions have had on my life, personally and professionally." Chris Nagel, Director of Leadership & Team Development, Cleveland Clinic"David Emerald's 3 Vital Questions: Transforming Workplace Drama empowers us to create healthy workplaces focused on dynamic interactions and sustainable results." Karen M. Wall, Vice President, HR Shared Services, Fresenius Medical CareNorth America

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Book SynopsisAn explosive exposé of Samsung that “reads like a dynastic thriller, rolling through three generations of family intrigue, embezzlement, bribery, corruption, prostitution, and other bad behavior” (The Wall Street Journal).LONGLISTED FOR THE FINANCIAL TIMES AND MCKINSEY BUSINESS BOOK OF THE YEAR AWARD Based on years of reporting on Samsung for The Economist, The Wall Street Journal, and Time, from his base in South Korea, and his countless sources inside and outside the company, Geoffrey Cain offers a penetrating look behind the curtains of the biggest company nobody in America knows. Seen for decades in tech circles as a fast follower rather than an innovation leader, Samsung today has grown to become a market leader in the United States and around the globe. They have captured one quarter of the smartphone market and have been pushing the envelope on every front. Forty years ago, Samsung was a rickety Korean a

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Book SynopsisRecruit, create, and retain the best teams In Who Is the New How: Strategies to Find, Recruit, and Create the Best Teams, a team of accomplished talent experts delivers a hands-on roadmap to filling your most mission-critical roles with the best people. In the book, you'll explore strategies that guide the world's most innovative companies and high-performing organizations as they scour the globe to build impactful, productive teams. You'll learn how to reimagine your talent acquisition strategy, from who you're looking for to how you should recruit them. You'll also discover how and why to say goodbye to familiar phrases like, just get a butt in the seat, and counter-productive metrics like time-to-fill. The authors also explain: Why identifying candidates aligned with your company's mission and culture is so critical to long-term talent success How using the right combination of technology and human expertise in the recruitment process can beTable of ContentsForeword vii Introduction xi Strategy I Rethink Who You’re Looking For 1 Chapter 1 A Matter of Intention 3 Chapter 2 Diverse Intangibles 23 Strategy II Rethink How You’re Going to Do It 45 Chapter 3 State of the Union 47 Chapter 4 On the Shoulders of Giants 69 Chapter 5 The Future of Work 81 Strategy III Rethink What It Could Mean 99 Chapter 6 The Culture Crutch 101 Chapter 7 A Human-Centric Workforce 121 Acknowledgments 141 Notes 145 Index 173

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Book SynopsisWhich kinds of companies will thrive and which will get crushed by the powerful forces in the global business landscape now at work? This groundbreaking new guide will help you adapt and change your business to thrive among digital giants, including Google, Facebook, and Amazon.Trade ReviewEverybody Wants To Rule The World provides essential insights on the post-digital world. All leaders will need to understand the role of data and new monetization models and why networked organizations will compete on decision velocity and signal intelligence. Ray shows why digital transformation is not enough. * Paul Daugheerty, Group Chief Executive Technology and Chief Technology Officer, Accenture *15 years ago I co-authored a report about a new species of business we called 'The Digital Conglomerates' arguing that every company would need to chose whether to compete, avoid or partner with them. Ray's book Everybody Wants to Rule The World, make a strong case that partnering is now the only feasible strategy This is an important book for any executive trying to figure out how to stay alive in the digital age. Don Tapscott, author of Blockchain Revolution and a dozen other best-selling books, most recently The Supply Chain Revolution. Thinkers 50 Hall of Fame, Executive Chairman Blockchain Research Institute. * Don Tapscott, Thinkers 50 Hall of Fame, Executive Chairman of Blockchain Research Institute, *Building a successful growth model in the digital age, requires new ways of thinking. In Everybody Wants to Rule the World, Ray will you show you the disruption and opportunity ahead of you and your organizaand shy;tion--and how you can embark on a path to not only survive, but also thrive in the age of digital duopolies. * Tiffani Bova, WSJ Bestselling Author Growth IQ, Global Growth Evangelist, Salesforce, Thinkers50" *Don't get disrupted! Read Ray Wang's brilliant book Everybody Wants to Rule the World. * Whitney Johnson, CEO *How can companies thrive in a world of digital giants? In the age of digital duopolies, where 100 companies around the world will dominate 50 distinct markets, business as usual will surely lead to your company's demise. Ray Wang estimates that 90 percent of the current Fortune 500 will be merged, acquired, or go bankrupt by 2050. Wang develops a business strategy playbook which brilliantly focuses on new business and monetization models, acceleration of decision velocity, design thinking based on long-term mindset, the role, ethical use, and societal impact of new emerging technologies like artificial intelligence, and scaling through joint ventures and ecosystems. All CEOs must understand that the pandemic has accelerated digital transformation, revealing the five business growth drivers aimed at producing holistic stakeholder success in the next normal. Wang's new book may be the most important business book of 2021. * Vala Afshar, Chief Digital Evangelist, Salesforce *R 'Ray' Wang's provocative prognostications in his latest book will keep you up at night, but are very timely as every sector of the global economy confronts unprecedented digital acceleration. * Love Goel, Chairman of GVG Capital | Father of Digital Transformation, GVG Capital *Ray Wang has written a compelling and thought provoking analysis on how companies can capture market opportunity as digitization continues to accelerate in many industries. The book translates technology shifts such as platform economics and pervasive artificial intelligence and their implications for business strategy, policy making, and society into an engrossing and educational read for business leaders and policy makers. * Thomas Kurian, CEO, Google Cloud *Ray Wang lays out the challenges of competing in the land of digital giants and the need for policies and practices that encourage innovation and drive democratized, fair competition that benefits all of society. * Marc Benioff, Chairman and CEO, Salesforce *There are very few people who have had the scope of view that Ray has had into technology transformations during the past 20 years. His credibility and access with some of the industry's most powerful players is just one reason he has seen so much. The less tangible reason is that he is considered one of the nicest humans in this business and people just really like working with him. Both of these are why so many seek his advice. In Everybody Wants to Rule the World, Ray synthesizes all that he's learned by working with and studying the big winners in digital transformation and lays it out in a way that helps what he calls 'worthy competitors.' A very 'worthy read! --Barbara Bates, Global CEO - Hotwire * Hotwire *While everyone is still talking about Digital Transformation, Ray has unlocked how the Digital Giants are going after massive monetization across industries and value chains. Leaders must understand this new landscape and prepare for a shift in strategy. Everybody Wants to Rule The World is a must-read book that lays out the steps and business models required for success. --Lara Druyan, Venture Capitalist, Driver of Digital Transformation, Operator * Venture Capitalist, Driver of Digital Transformation, Operator *You are just getting your head around digital transformation, and you think you can't compete with digital giants. You can, and Ray lays it out for you. This book gives you leapfrog powers to go from amateur fan to power player by understanding roles and opportunities in this new economy. * Jana Eggers, Chief Executive Officer, Nara Logics *You read it in the headlines. You see it in the market. The world has shifted from products to digital services. If you don't monetize digital services in the next five years chances are you won't be around. Everybody Wants to Rule the World is a wake-up call for enterprise executives everywhere and an invaluable guide to future-proofing your company. * Tien Tzuo, Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Zuora *

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Book Synopsis ''This book is essential for anyone trying to blend a career and family, and navigating the challenges that come with it'' Alex Stedman, The Frugality''Tobi''s words warmly and confidently guide you through the journey of blending your career with your family, from the early discussions about embarking on parenthood, to progressing in your job. Woven through the experiences of others, along with her own, you''ll find clear and practical expert advice to help you navigate the different challenges that arise. Tobi is clearly passionate about helping mothers aim for far more than surviving - she is on a mission to help us thrive'' Anna MathurWhether you are a new mother, just thinking about it, or already trying to combine a career and children, working motherhood can sometimes seem like an impossible balancing act. That''s why Tobi Asare, founder of My Bump Pay, doesn''t doesn''t talk about ''the juggle'' or finding ''balance'', but Trade ReviewTobi's words warmly and confidently guide you through the journey of blending your career with your family, from the early discussions about embarking on parenthood, to progressing in your job. Woven through the experiences of others, along with her own, you'll find clear and practical expert advice to help you navigate the different challenges that arise. Tobi is clearly passionate about helping mothers aim for far more than surviving the juggle, she is on a mission to help us thrive. * Anna Mathur *Tobi's advice is practical without judgment (a rare skill!). This book is essential for anyone trying to blend a career and family, and navigating the challenges that come with it. * Alex Stedman, The Frugality *Managing motherhood and career is an age-old conundrum that doesn't seem to be getting any easier, but this smart and tactical book by Tobi Asare, founder of My Bump Pay, tackles all the issues that women (and their partners) face when navigating a workplace as parents. It covers negotiating promotions and pay rises while going on maternity leave, sharing parental leave, the best childcare for your needs and budget, and how to return to the workplace while never sugar-coating the reality of the situation in the UK (where 43,000 women have dropped out of work to look after their families in the last year). It gives you hope. * Stylist *Best new books 2023This is a comforting, inspiring and insightful book that has helpful and applicable advice on a variety of topics, from working whilst pregnant, juggling childcare, advocating for yourself through a variety of HR options, being self-employed and, something so many of us suffer from - handling guilt. This is like having a boost of confidence in your pocket that you can revist again and again. * Glamour magazine *[The Blend] isn't just for high-flyers; it's packed with practical information on your rights and responsibilities, pay and benefits, flexible working, and childcare. Asare also covers navigating the maternity-leave return, confidence and promotions. It's especially handy reading for mums-to-be wanting to go into this exciting but demanding life-stage with eyes wide open. * Psychologies magazine *Weaving together a comprehensive and easy to follow guide for new or aspiring mothers in the workplace she meticulously breaks down the common struggles mothers face while chasing their careers, and provides valuable insight on how to thrive, not just survive. * The British Blacklist *

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Book SynopsisHow culture and gender become weapons in the evaluation of both Japanese and female employees at an American company in JapanTrade Review"Going Global is a thorough and interesting ethnographic study of a mainstream US organization in Japan, a context particularly well-suited for addressing the confluence of gender, culture, and authority issues that are its focus. The author's position as a bilingual insider with extensive access both to individuals and to organizational processes gives credibility to the descriptive accounts and confidence in the relevance of the findings. The specific organizational setting also strengthens Fuller's intended interdisciplinary appeal and highlights the rich insights and very real implications for those in similar organizations responsible to hire, develop, and assess managerial employees in foreign operations."—John A. Volkmar, Otterbein CollegeTable of ContentsPreface Acknowledgements 1. Culture, Gender, and Authority in Transnational Corporate Contexts 2. Setting Transco within the Contexts of American and Japanese Corporations 3. Uncertainty, Trust, and Commitment: Defining the Self in Relation to Employment in Transco 4. Identity and Perception at Transco: Manifestations of Confusion 5. Authority as Culture and Gender Dominance 6. Embracing Chaos: Toward a More Genuine Valuation of Difference Notes Reference Index

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Book Synopsis“Hamilton delivers guidance that has value beyond corporate offices; it is guidance for the business of living. Startling contrasts in lived experiences and shared anecdotes illuminate the importance of being indivisible (interdependent) versus inclusive ("you may join us") … This complex, challenging content is readily accessible and engaging due to Hamilton’s expertise and commitment. Indivisible carries a message of vital importance to the business community and beyond.”— Booklist, STARRED REVIEW Denise Hamilton has always believed in the power and promise of a word she learned as a schoolgirl: “indivisible.” In her groundbreaking debut, she challenges readers to move beyond current notions of diversity and inclusion to build communities, workplaces, and relationships that live up to that word. She urges us to reexamine long-held beliefs and habits and to dismantle hierarchies that shape our current society. If we want to repair the fraying stitches that bind us together, if we want to build a truly close-knit collective, we cannot settle for our present approach. It’s time to recalibrate and identify a goal higher than inclusivity—the goal of indivisibility. As a nationally recognized DEI leader, Hamilton shares accessible, personal stories and offers self-examination questions, intentional action steps, and journal prompts. While the book has a focus on business and leadership, the lessons within can transform our professional and personal lives.Trade Review"Inclusion strategist Hamilton delivers guidance that has value beyond corporate offices; it is guidance for the business of living. Startling contrasts in lived experiences and shared anecdotes illuminate the importance of being indivisible (interdependent) versus inclusive ("you may join us"). An example of the exploration and self-examination Hamilton encourages is the evolving use of language, specifically the increase in the use of gender-neutral terminology such as property owner instead of landlord or workforce rather than manpower. Each of the 17 chapters concludes with an “Ask Yourself” section for guided reflection. Much of this work focuses on going beyond informing, and prompts deep contemplation to “remove the shame of not knowing.” This complex, challenging content is readily accessible and engaging due to Hamilton’s expertise and commitment. Citing the need to be a courageous agent of change with certainty that change can happen as well as creativity and consistency, Hamilton delivers the truism that “this book is the beginning of the work, not the end.” Indivisible carries a message of vital importance to the business community and beyond. Highly recommended for all library collections, including those serving high-school students. A perspective-broadening resource for social and business studies." -- Booklist, STARRED REVIEW"In a world dominated by division, this book is a force for unity. Denise Hamilton never fails to make me stop and think—she’s a master of injecting complexity into oversimplified issues and shifting the diversity and inclusion conversation from outrage to insight. Indivisible is an extremely powerful, surprisingly practical read." -- Adam Grant, #1 New York Times bestselling author of THINK AGAIN and HIDDEN POTENTIAL, and host of the TED podcast Re:Thinking"This is a book you cannot miss. Denise Hamilton invites us into the next evolution of American society and arms us with the tools to be successful as we move into a more prosperous future. She replaces half measures with a bolder, broader vision. You feel her love and optimism in every word. She couples what to do with how to do it. This book is a must read." -- CNN’s Van Jones, author of Beyond the Messy Truth"Denise Hamilton’s Indivisible is a masterclass in creating powerful organizations where everyone has a sense of belonging. For anyone looking to build a stronger, more dynamic team that fosters innovation and growth, this is a must read." -- Eric Ries, best-selling author of The Lean Startup, chairman and cofounder of the Long-Term Stock Exchange"Indivisible is ultimately an optimistic book, based on the premise that we can all be leaders in making a more equitable world. Denise Hamilton’s stories, facts, and compelling observations remind us that, in order to move forward, we have to first decide not to stay where we are." -- Frances Frei, Harvard Business School professor and author of Move Fast and Fix Things"Indivisible, Denise Hamilton’s triumphant debut work, is an immediately actionable resource for creating the teams, companies, and country we all want." -- Alexandra Carter, best-selling author of Ask for More" Indivisible by Denise Hamilton is an insightful and timely exploration of the transformative power of unity in a world filled with division. With compelling narratives and practical strategies, Hamilton's book is a compelling call to action, demonstrating how embracing our differences can be the key to forging a more inclusive and resilient future for all." -- Kathryn Finney, investor and author of Wall Street Journal bestseller Build the Damn Thing: How to Start a Successful Business if You’re Not a Rich White Guy

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Book SynopsisIt''s time to break down your barriers are a leader, as a team, and achieve. Just wanting to be better is never enough. The ability to elevate-to exceed and outperform expectations-is directly related to your ability to build capacity in yourself and others. What capacity exactly? Making time to not just tackle everything you place on your plate (personally and professionally) but to CRUSH each and every accomplishment.

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Book SynopsisHonor is the art of stewarding relationships well. Business is all about relationships, and every day at work presents us with a choice: Will we fight for fear-free connections with our team members, employees, vendors, and customers for the sake of our mutual success? Or will we default into self-protection and self-serving and participate in a relational culture of disconnection? This is the choice between honor and dishonor, and it flows from our hearts and our core beliefs about people. In The Business of Honor, Bob Hasson and Danny Silk lay out a pathway for living with a heart of honor in business, from receiving your identity to investing in healthy relationships and taking the lead in building honoring culture in your company or organization.

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Book SynopsisOn the surface, Bob Hasson's life in business has followed a storyline many entrepreneurs dream of writing for themselves. Over forty years, he successfully grew his solo startup venture as a house painter into one of the largest and most respected commercial paint companies in the Western U.S. Yet the true story of this growth and success, both in business and in life, lies not a classic recipe of hard work, talent, and great opportunities, but in something deeper: his journey of learning to live as a person of honor in business. This is the Spanish Version of "The Business of Honor" (9781947165144).

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