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"In this book, John Kaag and Jonathan van Belle illuminate an underexplored aspect of worked-over cultural icon Henry David Thoreau and what his thinking has to tell us about the way we work now. Henry at Work overturns the popular perception of Thoreau as a navel-gazing recluse, scornful of work and other mundanities. Just the opposite, they argue, Thoreau worked hard and thought intensely about work: why we do it, what we hope to gain from it, and...
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Berrett-Koehler Publishers
Pub. Date
[2019]
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English
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"Two distinguished scholars offer eight steps to help organizations discover and embrace an authentic higher purpose--something that will dramatically improve every aspect of any enterprise, including the bottom line. What does a lofty notion like purpose have to do with business basics like the bottom line? Robert E. Quinn and Anjan J. Thakor say pretty much everything. Leaders and managers are taught that employees are self-interested and work resistant,...
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John Wiley & Sons Australia, Ltd
Pub. Date
[2018]
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English
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Transform team dynamics with practical, real-world tools for sustainable change Fix Your Team is the manager's essential and practical guide to diagnosis and intervention. Packed with expert insight acquired over decades of experience in workplace relations and conflict resolution, this book systematically addresses problems with team dynamics and provides a blueprint for moving forward. Authors Rose Bryant-Smith and Grevis Beard bring a unique combination...
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Sixth&Spring Books
Pub. Date
2013.
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English
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"Bestselling author Kari Chapin (The Handmade Marketplace) and needle-felting artist Kerri Wessel concoct a delightful "cookbook" of 25 amazing felted foods. The menu features such fare as Good Morning breakfast dishes; Diner Delights; Farmer's Market fruits and vegetables; Sweet Tooth desserts; and Holiday Treats--like heart-shaped lollipops for Valentine's Day. Also included: detailed instructions for turning these tasty-looking projects into snack-size...
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MIT Sloan Management Review
Pub. Date
2023.
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English
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With many knowledge workers working remotely, digital collaboration tools are more important than ever, but how do they affect creativity and innovation? The authors studied the content of communications generated through the use of these tools at a manufacturing company and found that these technologies can support the formation of both loose, open networks and tightly controlled, closed groups - with different implications for creative output.
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Creative Publishing international
Pub. Date
[2012]
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English
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"This adorable book shows how to make a wide variety of birds by needle felting--sculpting wool roving into a three-dimensional figure using a special barbed needle. Each project includes a fun photo of the project with step-by-step instructions that result in 15 types of feathered friends! With Felted Feathered Friends, you'll learn to make endearing creatures such as: - A snowy owl - A peacock - A Great Blue Heron - A bluebird - A robin - A flamingo...
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St. Martin's Griffin
Pub. Date
2017.
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English
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If you ever find yourself wondering what to knit next, just open this book, and you're guaranteed to find the answer. 200 Fun Things to Knit is an irresistible collection of cute little knitting projects for all levels of ability. Containing a mix of beautiful projects inspired by nature-knitted flowers, birds, bugs, leaves, and even sea creatures-as well as a collection of charming floral squares, you'll want to pick up your hook, sort through your...
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Portfolio/Penguin, An Imprint of Penguin Random House LLC
Pub. Date
[2018]
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English
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"The founder of Menlo Innovations and author of the business culture cult classic Joy, Inc offers an inspirational guide to leaders seeking joy in the challenge of leading others. Rich Sheridan's Joy, Inc. told the story of how his tiny software company in Ann Arbor, Michigan achieved success and renown by embracing offbeat culture and human-centered values. In Chief Joy Officer, he turns his attention from culture to leadership, and draws on his...
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2024.
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English
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"When we meet Carrie Sun, she can't shake the feeling that she's wasting her life. The daughter of Chinese immigrants, Carrie excelled in school, graduated early from MIT, and climbed up the corporate ladder, all in pursuit of the American dream. But at twenty-nine, she's left her analyst job, dropped out of an MBA program, and is trapped in an unhappy engagement. So when she gets the rare opportunity to work at one of the most prestigious hedge funds...
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InterVarsity Press
Pub. Date
[2022]
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English
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"With our witness compromised, numbers down, and reputation sullied, the American church is at a critical crossroads. In order for the church to return to health, we must decenter ourselves from our American idols and be guided by global Christians and the poor, who offer hope from the margins, and the ancient church, refocusing on the kingdom, image, Word, and mission of God"--
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Stewart, Tabori & Chang, an imprint of ABRAMS
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©2014.
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English
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The country's premiere paper-flower artist, Livia Cetti is known for her high-style, gorgeous tissue and crepe-paper flowers--many of which are often mistaken for real flowers. The Exquisite Book of Paper Flowers is Cetti's comprehensive how-to manual showcasing her until-now secret techniques for creating 27 popular blooms, including peonies, poppies, roses, and hibiscus. Clear instructions and stunning step-by-step photographs show crafters of all...
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Hare turns his bad luck around by striking a clever deal with the rich and lazy bear down the road and bear learns a lesson that it doesn't pay to be lazy.
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Berrett-Koehler Publishers
Pub. Date
[2023]
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English
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"The latest book from remote-leadership experts shows leaders how to design a team culture that has a "one-team" mindset and gets great results under hybrid-work conditions. With hybrid work becoming increasingly common, organizations must address the unique challenges that hybrid teams pose and learn how to purposefully design them. The Long-Distance Team guides leaders on how to create the culture they envision for their teams and organizations...
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