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A practical guide to fostering and maintaining corporate culture through Sagmeister's Culture Map. The idea of corporate culture is a much-discussed concept in today's business world, but often it only comes into focus as a response to problems in the workplace. Business Culture Design changes the conversation, taking a proactive approach to fostering and maintaining corporate culture. Simon Sagmeister introduces readers to the patterns and behaviors that form the foundation of positive culture through his innovative Culture Map, a colorful visual tool for managers and employees alike. Sagmeister's Culture Map will prove invaluable for high-level business activities such as mergers and acquisitions, but also for daily interactions between colleagues, which is the place where corporate culture is truly forged.

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This one-of-a-kind guide gets endovascular and trauma specialists up to date on the rapidly evolving field of vascular injury managementNew technologies have created fresh opportunities to explore improved care options for patients with vascular injuries, and the discipline of vascular surgery is increasingly moving toward wider use of endovascular treatments. This makes collaboration between trauma and vascular specialists more important than ever when diagnosing and managing care of patients with vascular injuries.Edited by highly experienced, dual-trained trauma and vascular/endovascular surgeons, Vascular Injury: Endovascular and Open Management walks readers through the process of medical, open, or endovascular management of contemporary vascular injury. Detailed description of endovascular technical elements help endovascular specialists adapt their traditional vascular surgery approaches to trauma; at the same time, the book familiarizes trauma specialists with an expanded technical skillset, as well as the strengths/limitations of technologies not provided elsewhere in traditional trauma training. Chapters include: A brief history of vascular injury – training, diagnosis and management Contemporary diagnosis of vascular injury General open vascular repair for trauma Basics of endovascular trauma management Endovascular tools and techniques for trauma applications Vascular damage control Cervical vascular injury Upper extremity injury Axillo-subclavian injuries Thoracic arch and proximal great vessels Abdominal aortic and Iliac artery injury General principles of post-operative management and surveillance Compartment syndrome in the setting of vascular injury Solid organ embolization for management of traumatic injury Hybrid trauma care environments and vascular trauma teams Chapters include demographics of injury/epidemiology; anatomy; diagnosis; roles of medical management and open intervention; techniques of open exposure and management; role of endovascular intervention; techniques of endovascular exposure and management; roles for anticoagulation and antiplatelets; post-operative care and surveillance.

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A complete update covering the many advances to the XML language The XML language has become the standard for writing documents on the Internet and is constantly improving and evolving. This new edition covers all the many new XML-based technologies that have appeared since the previous edition four years ago, providing you with an up-to-date introductory guide and reference. Packed with real-world code examples, best practices, and in-depth coverage of the most important and relevant topics, this authoritative resource explores both the advantages and disadvantages of XML and addresses the most current standards and uses of XML. Features the most updated content built on audience feedback from the previous edition as well as the vast knowledge from XML developer teams Boasts new chapters on RELAX NG and Schematron, XML functionality in databases, LINQ to XML, Jabber and XMLPP, XHTML, HTML5, and more Offers in-depth coverage on extracting data from XML and updated material on Web Services Beginning XML, Fifth Edition delivers the most important aspects of XML in regard to what it is, how it works, what technologies surround it, and how it can best be used in a variety of situations.

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Discover the origin of the Magdalena! Patience was not the first Magdalena. Not even the first to make her presence known in the modern Top Cow Universe. Go back and rediscover the origins of the Order of the Magdalena in this first of two "Origin" trade paperback volumes.

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The cult hit moves on to its fourth arc, “Them Blue Wizard Blues,” in which the action returns to our world for an all-out assault on Wizord and his burgeoning sorcerous family. Wizord’s made plenty of enemies during his time on Earth, and now the chickens have come home to roost. It’s bad news for Wizord... but he probably (definitely) deserves it.Collects CURSE WORDS #16-20 and the CURSE WORDS SUMMER SWIMSUIT SPECIAL.

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Horticulture and gardening activity is used as a therapy in the UK for growing numbers of vulnerable people, including those with mental health problems, learning difficulties and other health and social problems. However, until now little published work has focused on how horticulture and gardening can help to promote social inclusion for these vulnerable groups. This guide looks at the ways in which social and therapeutic horticulture (STH) projects can help foster independence, build self esteem and confidence and provide training and employment opportunities for people with health or social problems. This guide will be useful for anyone thinking about setting up STH services for vulnerable groups or for those already providing STH support but who want to understand further the nature and extent of provision currently available in the UK. The Growing Together project is a partnership between Loughborough University and Thrive and has been funded by the Big Lottery Fund. This guide complements a research study, Health, well-being and social inclusion: Therapeutic horticulture in the UK, which is also available from The Policy Press.

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Exam Board: WJECLevel: GCSESubject: MathematicsFirst Teaching: September 2015First Exam: June 2017Maximise your students' grade potential with a step-by-step approach that builds confidence through topic summaries, worked examples and exam-style questions; developed specifically for the new Mathematics specifications, with leading Assessment Consultant Keith Pledger.- Identify areas of improvement to focus on through diagnostic tests for each topic.- Develop exam skills and techniques with skills-focused exam-style questions and exam advice on common pitfalls.- Build understanding and confidence with clear explanations of each topic covering all the key information needed to succeed.- Consolidate revision with 'two weeks to go' summaries for each topic.

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Exam Board: WJECLevel: GCSESubject: MathematicsFirst Teaching: September 2015First Exam: June 2017Maximise your students' grade potential with a step-by-step approach that builds confidence through topic summaries, worked examples and exam style questions.- Identify areas of improvement to focus on through diagnostic tests for each topic.- Develop exam skills and techniques with skills-focused exam-style questions and exam advice on common pitfalls.- Build understanding and confidence with clear explanations of each topic covering all the key information needed to succeed.- Consolidate revision with 'two weeks to go' summaries for each topic.

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Recent concerns about energy security in the US have drawn greater attention to agriculture's role as a producer and consumer of energy. Agriculturally-derived energy sources such as ethanol, biodiesel, biomass, and windpower presently supply between 0.3% and 0.5% of the energy consumed in the US. Organized into two parts, the first section of this book examines agriculture's role as a producer and consumer of energy, the integration of biomass energy into the US energy systems, a policy overview, and outlooks for energy production and consumption. The second section is a compendium of current research including the economic viability of ethanol and biodiesel; energy conservation and efficiency in agriculture; new methods and technologies; and environmental impacts and considerations.

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The Inuit have experienced colonization and the resulting disregard for the societal systems, beliefs and support structures foundational to Inuit culture for generations. While much research has articulated the impacts of colonization and recognized that Indigenous cultures and worldviews are central to the well-being of Indigenous peoples and communities, little work has been done to preserve Inuit culture. Unfortunately, most people have a very limited understanding of Inuit culture, and often apply only a few trappings of culture - past practices, artifacts and catchwords -to projects to justify cultural relevance.Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit - meaning all the extensive knowledge and experience passed from generation to generation - is a collection of contributions by well- known and respected Inuit Elders. The book functions as a way of preserving important knowledge and tradition, contextualizing that knowledge within Canada's colonial legacy and providing an Inuit perspective on how we relate to each other, to other living beings and the environment.

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Who says you have to travel far from home to go on a great hike, paddle, or bike ride? Best Outdoor Adventures Near Minneapolis and St. Paul details forty of the best hikes, paddles, and bike routes within an hour’s drive of the Twin Cities area, perfect for the urban dweller and suburbanite who may be hard-pressed to find great outdoor activities close to home.

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MKTG from 4LTR Press connects students to the principles of marketing���bringing them to life through timely examples showing how they���re applied at the world���s top companies every day.

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“These cats are like emissaries from the raw landscapes out West, probing the rest of the nation, showing us where patches of wildness remain, and bring a fuller dimension of wildness to them. It’s as if they’re testing to find out just what folks have in mind when they say they want to preserve natural settings. How natural? How toothy?” -- From the Foreword During a time when most wild animals are experiencing decline in the face of development and climate change, the intrepid mountain lion -- also known as a puma, a cougar, and by many other names – has experienced reinvigoration as well as expansion of territory. What makes this cat, the fourth carnivore in the food chain -- just ahead of humans – so resilient and resourceful? And what can conservationists and wild life managers learn from them about the web of biodiversity that is in desperate need of protection? Their story is fascinating for the lessons it can afford the protection of all species in times of dire challenge and decline. With hands-on experience in both the Rocky Mountains and the wilds of Patagonia in South America, wildlife manager Jim Williams tracks the path of the puma, and in doing so, challenges readers to consider humans’ role in this journey as well as what commitment to nature and conservation means in this day and age.

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Lonely Planet: The world's leading travel guide publisher Lonely Planet's Rajasthan, Delhi & Agra is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Take in the intricate floral designs on the Taj Mahal, marvel at the splendour of Old Delhi's remnants of former empires and spot a magnificent tiger in the wild at Ranthambore National Park - all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Rajasthan, Delhi & Agra and begin your journey now! Inside Lonely Planet's Rajasthan, Delhi & Agra: Full-colour maps and images throughout Highlights and itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interests Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots Essential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, prices Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sightseeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss Cultural insights provide a richer, more rewarding travel experience - history, art, food, drink, sport, politics Covers Delhi, Agra, the Taj Mahal, Rajasthan and more The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet's Rajasthan, Delhi & Agra is our most comprehensive guide to Rajasthan, Delhi & Agra, and is perfect for discovering both popular and off-the-beaten-path experiences. Looking for more extensive coverage? Check out Lonely Planet's India for an in-depth guide to the country. About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company and the world's number one travel guidebook brand, providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveller since 1973. Over the past four decades, we've printed over 145 million guidebooks and grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travellers. You'll also find our content online, and in mobile apps, video, 14 languages, nine international magazines, armchair and lifestyle books, ebooks, and more. 'Lonely Planet guides are, quite simply, like no other.' - New York Times 'Lonely Planet. It's on everyone's bookshelves, it's in every traveller's hands. It's on mobile phones. It's on the Internet. It's everywhere, and it's telling entire generations of people how to travel the world.' - Fairfax Media (Australia)

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Lonely Planet: The world's leading travel guide publisher Lonely Planet Cyprus is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. While away an evening in Kyrenia's idyllic Old Harbour, explore the ruins of ancient cities, and get out, on or under, the waters surrounding the island's beautiful beaches, all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Cyprus and begin your journey now! Inside Lonely Planet Cyprus Travel Guide: Colour maps and images throughout Highlights and itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interests Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots Essential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, prices Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sight-seeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss Cultural insights give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience - landscapes, food, history, local customs Over 35 maps Covers Larnaka, Troodos Mountains, Pafos, Nicosia and more The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet Cyprus, our most comprehensive guide to Cyprus, is perfect for both exploring top sights and taking roads less travelled. Looking for more extensive coverage? Check out Lonely Planet Greece, Lonely Planet Greek Islands, and Lonely Planet Turkey. About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company and the world's number one travel guidebook brand, providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveller since 1973. Over the past four decades, we've printed over 145 million guidebooks and phrasebooks for 120 languages, and grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travellers. You'll also find our content online, and in mobile apps, video, 14 languages, 12 international magazines, armchair and lifestyle books, ebooks, and more, enabling you to explore every day. Lonely Planet enables the curious to experience the world fully and to truly get to the heart of the places they find themselves, near or far from home. TripAdvisor Travelers' Choice Awards 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015 and 2016 winner in Favorite Travel Guide category 'Lonely Planet guides are, quite simply, like no other.' - New York Times 'Lonely Planet. It's on everyone's bookshelves, it's in every traveller's hands. It's on mobile phones. It's on the Internet. It's everywhere, and it's telling entire generations of people how to travel the world.' - Fairfax Media (Australia)

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A #1 New York Times Best Seller! The King of the Seven Seas, Aquaman, returns to his very own ongoing series for the first time in years at the hands of DC Entertainment Chief Creative Office Geoff Johns, who reteams with Green Lantern collaborator, artist Ivan Reis! Between proving himself to a world that sees him as a joke, Aquaman and his bride, Mera, face off against a long-buried terror from the depths of the ocean!

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