Playing the game of business - and life - involves creating strategic alliances and developing and managing those relationships as required. Skilled gamers recognize both present and potential adversaries and allies and they calculate tactics for converting useful opponents into partners - even, occasionally, to transform cronies into challengers. Why? Because, by definition, an enemy cannot betray you; only a friend can, so it's important to choose them well. Whether in industry or on the world stage, good leaders know how to pinpoint the people who should be by their side; they're also willing to make enemies who can be trusted to oppose them. Deciding who's who is what matters, offering the potential of risk and reward. That's the game...and here's how to win it.
A set of cards on a teether ring that is suitable for babies who are just beginning to explore and learn for themselves. It features a butterfly, a fish, a car, a flower, a bird and more. And when baby needs to chew on something, they can just be directed away from the cards to the teether ring.
Constance is a naughty child who has been sent to boarding school without her beloved cat, but she has a plan to escape! In this title, wonderful illustrations, in a similar style to the recent Tim Burton film, "Coraline", reveal mischievous truths. Children will love this fun, mischief-filled tale! It is aimed at children age 7 and upwards. In "Constance and Tiny" (9781402766480) the irrepressible scamp, Constance, ran away only to get dragged back home. Now her scheming parents are sending her off to a terrible, horrible place: a boarding school for wayward children! There, the rules are strict, the bathwater's cold and the food's horrid. Worst of all, her beloved cat Tiny can't come along. It's just like prison! But canny Constance has a plan: since only bad boys
Constance is a naughty child who is always breaking the rules and getting into trouble with her enormous cat, Tiny. In this title, wonderful illustrations, in a similar style to the recent Tim Burton film, "Coraline", reveal mischievous truths. Children will love this fun, mischief-filled tale! It is aimed at children age 7 and upwards. There's a mischievous new heroine in town - Constance! Say hello to this sweet, grateful, good little girl - Not! In fact, she's a mischief-making, rule-breaking imp with a wicked gleam in her eye. Wherever she goes, trouble (and her enormous cat, Tiny) surely follow. That's why children will go absolutely mad for her: Constance does exactly what they dream of doing in their naughtiest moments...and she's never repentant. What makes the
We tend to think of disasters as uncontrollable acts of nature or inevitable accidents. But are such incidents unavoidable or ever truly accidental? The authors of this remarkable book say we actually do have the power to prevent tragedies such as the flooding from Hurricane Katrina, the death toll from dangerous medicines like Vioxx, and the explosion of the Space Shuttle Columbia. Marc Gerstein and Michael Ellsberg insist that disasters need not be inevitable if we learn from history, prepare carefully for the worst case, and speak out when we see danger looming. This revelation makes their compelling study extremely valuable for readers in business, government, medicine, academia - indeed all walks of life.
Children will love flying with Santa to the North Pole! Each spin of the lenticular disc, with its constantly changing image, transports young, wide-eyed readers to a new magical place. This merry Christmas tale begins in Santa's workshop, where he's ready to soar to the skies in his sled. Spin again and whee! See the small town below where good girls and boys will get their toys and then over the desert, the city and around the world to deliver more. And when Santa's all done, give one more spin and fly, Santa, fly...away home. Merry Christmas!
To make a favourable impression in his social and professional circles, a man has to have panache, style and excellent etiquette. He should know how to dress for a night on the town, how to transform himself into a gracious host and a welcome guest, and how to write an impressive email. With an eye toward contemporary issues, this witty and informative reference shows him the best way to handle every situation, from dining and dating to attending parties and the theatre to proper mobile phone conduct, to putting his best foot forward in the workplace. What's more, it teaches those skills and gestures that separate ordinary men from the gentlemen - including how to tie a bow tie and help a woman with her coat.
This is a retelling of a beloved Christmas classic, elegantly packaged. It is beautifully illustrated by Eric Puybaret; illustrator of the hugely successful "Puff, the Magic Dragon". This stunning book belongs under every child's Christmas tree! It is aimed at children aged 5 to 12 years old. What a special Christmas gift this will be: the beloved holiday fantasy beautifully retold by John Cech (author of the "Classic Fairy Tale" series) and illustrated by Eric Puybaret, whose imaginative art helped turn "Puff, the Magic Dragon" into a blockbuster. Cech bases his version on E.T.A. Hoffman's original, which features not only the story familiar to all ballet lovers, but other wondrous adventures - including the tale of Princess Pirlipat and an explanation of the origins
It has sold more than 200,000 copies since 1992 - and now the most imaginative guide to thinking creatively is back, in a new and improved version. Author Chic Thompson knows that everyone wants to be more creative - having had unparalleled success teaching readers how to harness their ingenuity to generate new product ideas, resolve workplace difficulties and overcome anything that stifles innovation. This great-looking, thoroughly updated edition features even more brain-stimulating suggestions, exercises, action sheets, tips for using new technologies, ideas for encouraging creativity at home and much more.
