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The Choice Modelling Approach to Environmental Evaluation (New Horizons in Environmental Economics series)
Manufacturer: Edward Elgar Publishing ProductGroup: Book Binding: Hardcover ASIN: 1840643048 |
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Choice Modelling is a technique that has recently emerged as a means of estimating the demand for environmental goods and the benefits and costs associated with them.The aims of the book are fourfold:
to introduce the technique in the environmental context to demonstrate its use in a range of case studies to provide insights into some methodological issues to explore the prospects for the technique.
The authors contributing to the book show that Choice Modelling offers considerable potential for the evaluation of environmental goods and services. Its flexibility to cope with a wide range of applications is well demonstrated. The technique also presents numerous challenges to practitioners. A number of these are addressed in the book.
Informed and innovative, this book will prove indispensable to all scholars, researchers and practitioners in the areas of environmental studies and environmental economics.
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The Jossey-Bass Academic Administrator's Guide to Exemplary Leadership (Jossey_Bass Academic Administrator's Guide Books)
James M. Kouzes , and Barry Z. Posner Manufacturer: Jossey-Bass ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback Similar Items:
ASIN: 0787966649 |
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Written by James M. Kouzes and Barry Z. Posner—two of the foremost experts on the topic of leadership—the Jossey-Bass Academic Administrator's Guide to Exemplary Leadership clearly shows how anyone can develop the key leadership skills needed "to get extraordinary things done" on their campuses. This important resource outlines the principles and practices that are solidly based in more than two decades of quantitative and qualitative research. The Jossey-Bass Academic Administrator's Guide to Exemplary LeadershipCustomer Reviews:
Quality thinking for Academic Administrators.......2004-08-04
Repacking of a leadership classic.......2004-08-03
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Commitment to Excellence: Quotations That Lift the Spirit Toward Excellence
Successories Manufacturer: Career Press ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback Similar Items:
ASIN: 1564143872 |
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A collection of insights and motivation complied to inspire us all to reach for life's greatest achievements, to renew our energies and creative powers when we are feeling discouraged.
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Commitment to Excellence
Manufacturer: Compendium Publishing & Communications ProductGroup: Book Binding: Hardcover Similar Items:
ASIN: 1932319026 |
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Living Above the Level of Mediocrity: A Commitment to Excellence
Charles R. Swindoll Manufacturer: Word Books ProductGroup: Book Binding: Hardcover Similar Items:
ASIN: 0849905648 |
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In one of Charles Swindoll's most popular books ever, he tackles the problem of mediocrity. With his trademark stories and practical insight, he boldly confronts the issues of self-discipline, laziness, and our tendency to accept less than what we deserve, drawing clear lines between the pursuit of excellence and the pursuit of success in the eyes of the world.
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Exceptional, strong Christian book and motivational guide.......2004-03-04
Go For Excellence!.......2003-12-22
Like similar writers, he starts by explaining it all occurs in one's mind. When one's thoughts are right, proper actions follow. Being conscious of the invisible, eternal Kingdom of God is the awareness that changes one's perception from things seen to those unseen.
He writes about resisting traditionalism, greed, and discouragement. His advice is practical and doable. This is a hands-on book designed to set you apart from those who are satisfied with the status quo. It is a challenge to rise above the fray to a higher level of existence, one based on God's Word.
Vintage Swindoll!.......2003-05-12
Among the many principles Swindoll covers are:
1. Encouragements for standing tall.
2. Problems with the world's system.
3. Be willing to minister to others out of the limelight.
4. Soaring takes effort and requires eliminating negativity.
5. Following Christ will cost us relationships, possessions, and personal goals/desires.
6. Characteristics of people who positively impact others.
7. Defining vision, determination, and dreaming.
8. Observations about conformity to other people's standards.
Read it and be encouraged to soar like an eagle!
Excellent book by Swindoll.......2002-04-28
An eye opener.......2001-05-16
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Living Above the Level of Mediocrity: A Commitment to Excellence : Bible Study Guide
Charles R. Swindoll Manufacturer: W Publishing Group ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: 0849985153 |
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Commitment to excellence: The remarkable Amway story
Wilbur Cross Manufacturer: Benjamin ProductGroup: Book Binding: Unknown Binding ASIN: 0875021360 |
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A very comprehensive history from the very begining........1997-10-19
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Living above the level of mediocrity: A commitment to excellence : Insight for Living Bible study guide (Insight for living Bible study guide)
Charles R Swindoll Manufacturer: Insight for Living ProductGroup: Book Binding: Unknown Binding ASIN: 1579724523 |
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Whatever It Takes: A Journey into the Heart of Human Achievement : Thoughts to Inspire and Celebrate Your Commitment to Excellence (The Gift of Inspiration Series)
Bob Moawad Manufacturer: Compendium Publishing & Communications ProductGroup: Book Binding: Hardcover Similar Items:
ASIN: 0964017830 |
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Here is a rare volume of courageous insights and seldom-heard quotations from some of the most accomplished leaders legends and champions of our times. Like best-selling business author Tom Peters, Bob Moawad has spent the last 20 years as a trusted consultant to dozens of Fortune 500 companies Olympic athletes and national leaders-literally on the front lines of America's quest for excellence. He has seen the good and the bad. the quotations and stories he has compiled are a unique and moving distillation of the very best parts of the human spirit. Business and professional people-this one will be a treasured holiday gift for the folks on your A-list.Customer Reviews:
Whatever it takes.......2006-02-26
Whatever It Takes.......2000-09-28
Great book for motivational statements........1999-06-09
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21 Building Blocks Critical to Leaving No Child Behind: A Commitment to Excellence
Spence Rogers Manufacturer: Peak Learning Systems, Inc. ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: 188985221X |
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This book provides a brief overview of 21 research-supported attributes of classroom teaching situations in which performance excellence is the norm. Spence Rogers and the Peak Learning Systems team have invested a combined total of over one hundred years studying the research, integrating best practices and successfully using and teaching these 21 Building Blocks resulting in profound increases in student achievement. The content of this book is based on the belief that educators should be committed to all students reaching standards.
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Aetna Bond: Strength, commitment, excellence
Mallory Mercaldi Manufacturer: Aetna Casualty and Surety Co ProductGroup: Book Binding: Unknown Binding ASIN: B0006F0DGU |
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Becoming the Best: How to Gain Company-Wide Commitment to Total Quality, a Questionnaire Approach to Determining Business Excellence
Barry Poppwell , and Alan Wildsmith Manufacturer: Ashgate Publishing ProductGroup: Book Binding: Hardcover ASIN: 0566075903 |
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The Quality Audit for Iso 9001: 2000: A Practical Guide
David Wealleans Manufacturer: Gower Publishing Company ProductGroup: Book Binding: Hardcover ASIN: 0566082454 |
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Essential Managers: Strategic Thinking
Andy Bruce , and Ken Langdon Manufacturer: DK ADULT ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback Similar Items:
ASIN: 0789459728 |
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To paraphrase the Rolling Stones, you might not always get what you want from this short 'n' sweet little guidebook on strategic thinking and planning, but you just might get what you need. That would include concise and handy visual and verbal tips on gathering and analyzing key information, setting short- and long-term objectives, developing your team leadership skills, predicting future trends, and maintaining a flexible approach throughout. It also covers the essential tools of strategic management, from SWOT (strengths/weaknesses/opportunities/threats) analysis and feasibility studies to budgeting forecasts and contingency plans. Granted, if you're looking for specific or in-depth guidance--say, how to do strategic thinking in a particular field, like biotechnology, or a particular division, like human resources--you may find this book too cursory and general in its approach. But if you're looking for a thumbnail guide to the basic steps of strategic planning, both individually and in a group setting, this may do you just fine.It's worth mentioning that the book is also part of reference publisher Dorling Kindersley's Essential Managers series--20 itty-bitty li'l books on business and career topics ranging from communication, leadership, and decision making to the management of time, budgets, change, meetings, people, projects, and teams. Combining the For Dummies book series's talent for breaking down a lot of information into bite-size bits and sidebars with Dorling Kindersley's signature design style of crisp, classy graphics on a gleaming white backdrop, they don't represent the cutting edge of business thinking and they don't necessarily reflect any unique individual perspective. Instead, it's as though someone collated the best general thinking on these 20 topics and rolled them out into 72 brightly designed and easy-to-read pages, studded along the way with boxed tips, color shots of a multiracial cast of "coworkers" animatedly hashing through the workplace issues of the day, and a self-test of one's skills in the topic at hand on the last few pages of each volume. Again, they're not for anyone looking for more in-depth or focused help on any of the subjects they cover, but they're perfect as a quickie general-interest reference... and let's face it, they're so cute and look so smart in a neat little stack or row that you'll probably want to buy a whole bunch to give to your entire staff or department. --Timothy Murphy
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Learn about brainstorming, systems, logic, precedents, action plans, and goals.Learn how to plan, develop, and implement dynamic business and team strategies with Strategic Thinking. This concise and informative guide shows you how to identify the route to success by gathering and analyzing key information, setting short- and long-term objectives, developing your team-leadership skills, predicting future trends, and maintaining a flexible approach. It covers the essential tools of strategic management, from SWOT analysis and feasibility studies to budgeting forecasts and contingency plans, to help give you a competitive edge in today's fast-moving business world. The Essential Manager have sold more than 1.9 million copies worldwide! Experienced and novice managers alike can benefit from these compact guides that slip easily into a briefcase or a portfolio. The topics are relevant to every work environment, from large corporations to small businesses. Concise treatments of dozens of business techniques, skills, methods, and problems are presented with hundreds of photos, charts, and diagrams. It is the most exciting and accessible approach to business and self-improvement available.
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Basic, essential, and very well-presented.......2007-06-26
I wish I had this book when I was a young corporate rat........2001-03-13
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Strategic Thinking (Essential Managers)
Andy Bruce , and Ken Langdon Manufacturer: Dorling Kindersley Publishers Ltd ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: 0751327980 |
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Single Crochet For Beginners
Cindy Crandall-Frazier Manufacturer: Krause Publications ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback Similar Items:
ASIN: 0896891763 |
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The first step is always the hardest, but not with this superbly simple resource! Single Crochet for Beginners delivers the basics first-time crocheters need to create beautiful projects and avoid timely mistakes.Students of this easy-to-follow resource will discover more than 30 fun projects created by the single crochet stitch. Clear and thorough instructions lead readers through each step, creating a solid foundation of comfort with each technique. Plus a quick-facts guide about color and fiber is useful for future material selection. This comprehensive and portable reference explores creative ways to produce everything from simply beautiful square mats to stunning vests, mittens and hats.
-More than 30 projects offer crocheters a variety of projects, from square mats to mittens and hats
-Includes step-by-step instructions to aid crocheters of any level of experience
-Features quick facts guide to color and fiber
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A great book.......2007-04-11
Great for beginners or experienced crocheters!.......2007-02-16
Small, useful pieces with step-by-step photos for novices!.......2006-03-19
Worthy of this crochet veteran's bookshelf (and your's too)........2005-11-24
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Small Firms, Large Concerns: The Development of Small Business in Comparative Perspective (Fuji Conference Series III)
Manufacturer: Oxford University Press, USA ProductGroup: Book Binding: Hardcover ASIN: 0198293798 |
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Economic stagnation in the 1970s heavily influenced public perception of small business in the industrialized world. Suddenly, small businesses were seen as the dynamic creator of new jobs, as a source of new technology, as a flexible mode of organization able to outmanoeuvre larger firms, and as an important key to community revitalization. Because of its inherent diversity and complexity, however, small business does not easily lend itself to traditional quantitative consideration, and relatively scant scholarly attention has been paid either to the role of small business in the wider economy or to potentially valuable international comparison. In Small Firms, Large Concerns, G-7 researchers and scholars follow the process of small business development in North America, Europe, and Japan. They examine economic growth and social stability; the links between small and big business; and the resilience and vulnerability of small business management. Fuji Business History series General Editor: Professor Akira Kudo, Institute of Social Science, University of Tokyo Series Adviser: Professor Mark Mason, Yale University This is the third volume in the collaboration between OUP and the Business History Society of Japan to publish the `Fuji Conference Series' under the general editorship of Professor Akira Kudo. The series itself has been established for more than twenty years and is a major international forum for scholars from Asia, Europe, and North America. Books in the series were formerly published by the University of Tokyo Press.
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Nike Culture: The Sign of the Swoosh (Cultural Icons series)
Robert Goldman , and Stephen Papson Manufacturer: Sage Publications Ltd ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback Similar Items:
ASIN: 0761961496 |
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Is advertising changing the way we think about society and ourselves? Does the sign-world of advertising inevitably fuse fantasy with commodities? These are central questions in the sociology of advertising. Most studies deal with them by presenting broad sweeping surveys of theory and ad culture. This is one of the first studies to take an in-depth look at how an advertising image works. It exposes the psychology, sociology, culture and semiotics of the Nike swoosh logo. Nike Culture argues that contemporary society is, above all, a sign economy. The more that signifiers resonate through the intended audiences, the more economically successful the corporation will be. Blending themes of empowerment, transcendence and irreverence, the advertising campaign launches by Nike promoted the company to the top of the sports shoe and apparel industry. Its swoosh logo is now globally pervasive and Nike has become synonymous with sports culture. Nike Culture describes and deconstructs the themes and structures of Nike advertising, outlines the contradictions between image and practice, and explores the logic of the sign economy. In addition, by focusing in issues revolving around race, class and gender, the desire for both community and recognition, and the construction of sport as a spiritual enterprise, the book offers insights into the cultural contradictions embedded in sports culture. Engrossing and illuminating, Nike Culture provides a wealth of detail harnessed to an authoritative analysis. This book will be required reading on courses in sociology, media studies and cultural studies.Customer Reviews:
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Winning the Outsourcing Game: Making the Best Deals and Making Them Work
Manufacturer: AUERBACH ProductGroup: Book Binding: Hardcover Similar Items: ASIN: 0849308755 |
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Winning the Outsourcing Game covers everything an IT professional needs to know to make the decision whether or not to outsource and to make outsourcing work once the decision is made. It includes detailed checklists for everything from drafting the RFP and contract to procedures for onsite contractors to project management and monitoring. It provides the background and the framework for IT managers to develop a sound outsourcing strategy, choose the IT functions to outsource, and effectively manage the risk of third-party contractors.
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The Red Book Kirchner's Insurance Directories Ohio 2004
National Underwriter Company Manufacturer: Natl Underwriter Co ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: 0872185796 |
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