Author: JOHAN VAN ROOYEN
Publisher: Notion Press
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 400
Book Description
Embark on a Transformative Career Journey with 'Trailblazing Strategies for Career Growth'! This compelling book offers a cutting-edge roadmap for navigating the dynamic and rapidly evolving professional world of today, shaped by groundbreaking technological advancements and the pervasive influence of Artificial Intelligence. It's more than just a guide; it's a strategic compass designed to keep modern professionals ahead of the curve, ensuring relevance and success in an ever-changing landscape. 'Trailblazing Strategies for Career Growth' tackles two fundamental questions: how to preserve or enhance your position in this fast-paced world, and how to keep pace with a constantly evolving environment. It encourages readers to not just react to change but to anticipate and prepare for it, highlighting the need for constant learning, evolution, and self-reinvention. 'Trailblazing Strategies for Career Growth' is more than just a career manual; it's a clarion call for deep introspection, strategic planning, and proactive career management. It's a vital resource for anyone eager to navigate the complexities of a fast-evolving world and carve out a path to a fulfilling and successful career. The book resonates with the idea that true success comes to those who choose their paths deliberately and thoughtfully. What sets this book apart are the engaging and insightful exercises peppered throughout, designed to practically support your growth. Each exercise is a steppingstone towards mastering the art of career agility and transformation. Start today and begin shaping a career that's not just successful, but deeply satisfying and aligned with your aspirations!
Trailblazing Strategies for Career Growth
Author: JOHAN VAN ROOYEN
Publisher: Notion Press
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 400
Book Description
Embark on a Transformative Career Journey with 'Trailblazing Strategies for Career Growth'! This compelling book offers a cutting-edge roadmap for navigating the dynamic and rapidly evolving professional world of today, shaped by groundbreaking technological advancements and the pervasive influence of Artificial Intelligence. It's more than just a guide; it's a strategic compass designed to keep modern professionals ahead of the curve, ensuring relevance and success in an ever-changing landscape. 'Trailblazing Strategies for Career Growth' tackles two fundamental questions: how to preserve or enhance your position in this fast-paced world, and how to keep pace with a constantly evolving environment. It encourages readers to not just react to change but to anticipate and prepare for it, highlighting the need for constant learning, evolution, and self-reinvention. 'Trailblazing Strategies for Career Growth' is more than just a career manual; it's a clarion call for deep introspection, strategic planning, and proactive career management. It's a vital resource for anyone eager to navigate the complexities of a fast-evolving world and carve out a path to a fulfilling and successful career. The book resonates with the idea that true success comes to those who choose their paths deliberately and thoughtfully. What sets this book apart are the engaging and insightful exercises peppered throughout, designed to practically support your growth. Each exercise is a steppingstone towards mastering the art of career agility and transformation. Start today and begin shaping a career that's not just successful, but deeply satisfying and aligned with your aspirations!
Publisher: Notion Press
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 400
Book Description
Embark on a Transformative Career Journey with 'Trailblazing Strategies for Career Growth'! This compelling book offers a cutting-edge roadmap for navigating the dynamic and rapidly evolving professional world of today, shaped by groundbreaking technological advancements and the pervasive influence of Artificial Intelligence. It's more than just a guide; it's a strategic compass designed to keep modern professionals ahead of the curve, ensuring relevance and success in an ever-changing landscape. 'Trailblazing Strategies for Career Growth' tackles two fundamental questions: how to preserve or enhance your position in this fast-paced world, and how to keep pace with a constantly evolving environment. It encourages readers to not just react to change but to anticipate and prepare for it, highlighting the need for constant learning, evolution, and self-reinvention. 'Trailblazing Strategies for Career Growth' is more than just a career manual; it's a clarion call for deep introspection, strategic planning, and proactive career management. It's a vital resource for anyone eager to navigate the complexities of a fast-evolving world and carve out a path to a fulfilling and successful career. The book resonates with the idea that true success comes to those who choose their paths deliberately and thoughtfully. What sets this book apart are the engaging and insightful exercises peppered throughout, designed to practically support your growth. Each exercise is a steppingstone towards mastering the art of career agility and transformation. Start today and begin shaping a career that's not just successful, but deeply satisfying and aligned with your aspirations!
Wallet Dynamics
Author: Johan van Rooyen, Ruban Ganeshu
Publisher: Notion Press
ISBN:
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 540
Book Description
“Wallet Dynamics: The Spirited Journey to Financial Empowerment” is more than a mere exploration of finance; it’s an enlightening odyssey through the annals of monetary evolution and the pulsating heart of today’s fiscal world. This book stands out as a rich repository of financial knowledge, meticulously crafted to engage and inform readers from the first page to the last. Delve into the thrilling segment “Imagining a World Without Money,” where you traverse from the primitive barter systems to the electrifying arena of digital currencies like Bitcoin. This chapter is more than a historical account; it’s a revelation of the transformative essence of money. “The Art of Budgeting” redefines the conventional view of budgeting, especially for students. It highlights the innovative 50/30/20 rule and modern digital tools, transforming budgeting into a dynamic means for achieving both immediate and future financial goals. The book concludes with “Financial Statements: Decoding the Language of Business,” simplifying financial reports, and “The Dynamics of Global Economics,” providing a panoramic view of global economic forces. “Wallet Dynamics: The Spirited Journey to Financial Empowerment” is an essential guide, not just for students or entrepreneurs, but for anyone seeking to unravel the complexities of finance. It’s a beacon in the murky waters of monetary affairs, a book that doesn’t just inform, but empowers, making it an indispensable tool in your journey towards financial literacy.”
Publisher: Notion Press
ISBN:
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 540
Book Description
“Wallet Dynamics: The Spirited Journey to Financial Empowerment” is more than a mere exploration of finance; it’s an enlightening odyssey through the annals of monetary evolution and the pulsating heart of today’s fiscal world. This book stands out as a rich repository of financial knowledge, meticulously crafted to engage and inform readers from the first page to the last. Delve into the thrilling segment “Imagining a World Without Money,” where you traverse from the primitive barter systems to the electrifying arena of digital currencies like Bitcoin. This chapter is more than a historical account; it’s a revelation of the transformative essence of money. “The Art of Budgeting” redefines the conventional view of budgeting, especially for students. It highlights the innovative 50/30/20 rule and modern digital tools, transforming budgeting into a dynamic means for achieving both immediate and future financial goals. The book concludes with “Financial Statements: Decoding the Language of Business,” simplifying financial reports, and “The Dynamics of Global Economics,” providing a panoramic view of global economic forces. “Wallet Dynamics: The Spirited Journey to Financial Empowerment” is an essential guide, not just for students or entrepreneurs, but for anyone seeking to unravel the complexities of finance. It’s a beacon in the murky waters of monetary affairs, a book that doesn’t just inform, but empowers, making it an indispensable tool in your journey towards financial literacy.”
Trailblazing in Entrepreneurship
Author: Dean A. Shepherd
Publisher: Springer
ISBN: 3319487019
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 299
Book Description
This book is open access under a CC BY 4.0 license.In this book, the authors present a challenge for future research to build a stronger, more complete understanding of entrepreneurial phenomena. They argue that this more complete picture of entrepreneurial phenomena will likely come from scholars who undertake at least some trailblazing projects; from scholars who broaden the range of research questions, the potential outcomes of entrepreneurial action, and the selection and combination of research methods; and from researchers who avoid the endless debates about the margins of the field and its sub-fields or about whether one theoretical or philosophical lens is superior to another. This book offers suggestions for future research through a variety of topics including prosocial action, innovation, family business, sustainability and development, and the financial, social, and psychological costs of failure. It promises to make an important contribution to the development of the field and help academics, organizations, and society make useful contributions to the generation of entrepreneurial research.
Publisher: Springer
ISBN: 3319487019
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 299
Book Description
This book is open access under a CC BY 4.0 license.In this book, the authors present a challenge for future research to build a stronger, more complete understanding of entrepreneurial phenomena. They argue that this more complete picture of entrepreneurial phenomena will likely come from scholars who undertake at least some trailblazing projects; from scholars who broaden the range of research questions, the potential outcomes of entrepreneurial action, and the selection and combination of research methods; and from researchers who avoid the endless debates about the margins of the field and its sub-fields or about whether one theoretical or philosophical lens is superior to another. This book offers suggestions for future research through a variety of topics including prosocial action, innovation, family business, sustainability and development, and the financial, social, and psychological costs of failure. It promises to make an important contribution to the development of the field and help academics, organizations, and society make useful contributions to the generation of entrepreneurial research.
Trailblazing African American Public Administrators
Author: Beverly Edmond
Publisher: Taylor & Francis
ISBN: 131729338X
Category : Political Science
Languages : en
Pages : 133
Book Description
The field of public administration holds social equity and inclusiveness as a core administrative value, but African American voices in the discourse about the theory and practice of public administration have been ignored all too often. This book is the first to formally chronicle the evolution of the field of public administration in the United States through desegregation, equal opportunity, affirmative action, diversity/multiculturalism, and presumptions about a "post-racial" society, incorporating African American contributions to public policy-making and implementation at every stage. As long as the "post-racial" America myth continues to influence the design, development, and implementation of public policies, African American perspectives need to be reconsidered as a legitimate and important focus of public administration’s theoretical and practical framework. Focusing on the lives and profound contributions of several unsung but seminal African American public administrators, accompanied by personal accounts of perseverance and detailed descriptions of unique approaches used for social change, this book demonstrates the intellectual, academic, and pragmatic evolution of these leaders as they built careers in their discipline and blazed the trail for those to come. Authors Beverly C. Edmond and Ron W. Finnell demonstrate how these pioneers extended the very definition of the enterprise of public administration through their movements between the intersecting worlds of academia, practice, social movements, and community activism. Trailblazing African American Public Administrators serves as a timely practical, social, and historical teaching text for graduate and undergraduate courses in Public Administration, Public Management, Public Affairs, and Human Resource Management.
Publisher: Taylor & Francis
ISBN: 131729338X
Category : Political Science
Languages : en
Pages : 133
Book Description
The field of public administration holds social equity and inclusiveness as a core administrative value, but African American voices in the discourse about the theory and practice of public administration have been ignored all too often. This book is the first to formally chronicle the evolution of the field of public administration in the United States through desegregation, equal opportunity, affirmative action, diversity/multiculturalism, and presumptions about a "post-racial" society, incorporating African American contributions to public policy-making and implementation at every stage. As long as the "post-racial" America myth continues to influence the design, development, and implementation of public policies, African American perspectives need to be reconsidered as a legitimate and important focus of public administration’s theoretical and practical framework. Focusing on the lives and profound contributions of several unsung but seminal African American public administrators, accompanied by personal accounts of perseverance and detailed descriptions of unique approaches used for social change, this book demonstrates the intellectual, academic, and pragmatic evolution of these leaders as they built careers in their discipline and blazed the trail for those to come. Authors Beverly C. Edmond and Ron W. Finnell demonstrate how these pioneers extended the very definition of the enterprise of public administration through their movements between the intersecting worlds of academia, practice, social movements, and community activism. Trailblazing African American Public Administrators serves as a timely practical, social, and historical teaching text for graduate and undergraduate courses in Public Administration, Public Management, Public Affairs, and Human Resource Management.
The Neuroaffirmative Therapy Handbook
Author: Essy Knopf
Publisher: Essy Knopf
ISBN:
Category : Psychology
Languages : en
Pages : 296
Book Description
"Screaming into the void"—this describes the experiences of many neurodivergent clients who come to therapy seeking our support. Often, they have encountered helping professionals who have overlooked, dismissed, or invalidated their unique identities and needs. If you aspire to be the difference but are unsure where to start, The Neuroaffirmative Therapy Handbook: A Practitioner's Guide to Working with Autism and ADHD is an essential resource. Authored by an autistic and ADHD therapist, this guide will explore how you can provide informed and affirming care that’s specifically tailored to your client’s neurodivergent identities. Inside, clinicians will discover: • Insights into the nuances of neurodivergence. • Common barriers to achieving accurate diagnosis. • Detailed information on neurodivergent traits, behaviors, co-occurring conditions, and challenges. • An exploration of how structural ableism contributes to attachment insecurity and heightened exposure to trauma. • Techniques for building rapport and delivering effective psychoeducation. • Strategies to address counterdependence and enhance client engagement. • Methods to identify and alleviate neurodivergent stress responses. • Comprehensive action plans designed to improve executive function and mental flexibility. • Reviews of popular therapeutic modalities, including an introduction to a new approach specifically designed to address complex PTSD. • Essential guidelines on the dos and don’ts of neuroaffirming therapy. • Strategies to help clients cultivate personal growth, find community, and achieve fulfillment. Using The Neuroaffirmative Therapy Handbook, you’ll gain access to a comprehensive suite of tools designed to empower autistic and ADHD clients to lead lives rich with connection, satisfaction, and meaning.
Publisher: Essy Knopf
ISBN:
Category : Psychology
Languages : en
Pages : 296
Book Description
"Screaming into the void"—this describes the experiences of many neurodivergent clients who come to therapy seeking our support. Often, they have encountered helping professionals who have overlooked, dismissed, or invalidated their unique identities and needs. If you aspire to be the difference but are unsure where to start, The Neuroaffirmative Therapy Handbook: A Practitioner's Guide to Working with Autism and ADHD is an essential resource. Authored by an autistic and ADHD therapist, this guide will explore how you can provide informed and affirming care that’s specifically tailored to your client’s neurodivergent identities. Inside, clinicians will discover: • Insights into the nuances of neurodivergence. • Common barriers to achieving accurate diagnosis. • Detailed information on neurodivergent traits, behaviors, co-occurring conditions, and challenges. • An exploration of how structural ableism contributes to attachment insecurity and heightened exposure to trauma. • Techniques for building rapport and delivering effective psychoeducation. • Strategies to address counterdependence and enhance client engagement. • Methods to identify and alleviate neurodivergent stress responses. • Comprehensive action plans designed to improve executive function and mental flexibility. • Reviews of popular therapeutic modalities, including an introduction to a new approach specifically designed to address complex PTSD. • Essential guidelines on the dos and don’ts of neuroaffirming therapy. • Strategies to help clients cultivate personal growth, find community, and achieve fulfillment. Using The Neuroaffirmative Therapy Handbook, you’ll gain access to a comprehensive suite of tools designed to empower autistic and ADHD clients to lead lives rich with connection, satisfaction, and meaning.
Neurodivergent Game Plan
Author: Essy Knopf
Publisher: Essy Knopf
ISBN:
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 196
Book Description
From the playgrounds of our youth to the professional realms of our adult lives, autistics and ADHDers must navigate a world ill-suited to our unique needs—often without support. Written by a neurodivergent therapist, Neurodivergent Game Plan: Cheat Codes for Empowered Living offers a compassionate exploration of the neurodivergent experience from the inside out. Drawing on lived experience, rigorous research, and clinical insights, the book delves into the impact of structural ableism on neurodivergent experiences of attachment and trauma. It provides evidence-based approaches for addressing executive dysfunction and improving mental flexibility, while offering practical advice on managing neurodivergent needs and finding support. Within its pages, you will learn how to: • Identify often-overlooked autistic and ADHD traits. • Understand common co-occurring challenges. • Recognize symptoms of complex post-traumatic stress disorder. • Develop robust strategies for managing stress. • Construct a tailored plan for sensory, executive, and social self-care. • Refine organizational skills for peak efficiency. • Maximize the benefits of therapy. • Discover and leverage latent strengths. • Engage with the community. • Create a roadmap for career satisfaction. • Thrive in the face of ableism. Whether you’re new to your neurodivergent identity or further along in your journey, Neurodivergent Game Plan is an opportunity to deepen your self-knowledge and explore new ways to flourish.
Publisher: Essy Knopf
ISBN:
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 196
Book Description
From the playgrounds of our youth to the professional realms of our adult lives, autistics and ADHDers must navigate a world ill-suited to our unique needs—often without support. Written by a neurodivergent therapist, Neurodivergent Game Plan: Cheat Codes for Empowered Living offers a compassionate exploration of the neurodivergent experience from the inside out. Drawing on lived experience, rigorous research, and clinical insights, the book delves into the impact of structural ableism on neurodivergent experiences of attachment and trauma. It provides evidence-based approaches for addressing executive dysfunction and improving mental flexibility, while offering practical advice on managing neurodivergent needs and finding support. Within its pages, you will learn how to: • Identify often-overlooked autistic and ADHD traits. • Understand common co-occurring challenges. • Recognize symptoms of complex post-traumatic stress disorder. • Develop robust strategies for managing stress. • Construct a tailored plan for sensory, executive, and social self-care. • Refine organizational skills for peak efficiency. • Maximize the benefits of therapy. • Discover and leverage latent strengths. • Engage with the community. • Create a roadmap for career satisfaction. • Thrive in the face of ableism. Whether you’re new to your neurodivergent identity or further along in your journey, Neurodivergent Game Plan is an opportunity to deepen your self-knowledge and explore new ways to flourish.
Betting on You
Author: Laurie Ruettimann
Publisher: Henry Holt and Company
ISBN: 1250269792
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 240
Book Description
"Indispensable reading for anyone seeking to improve their professional selves." —Daniel H. Pink, #1 New York Times bestselling author of When An essential guide for how to snap out of autopilot and become your own best advocate, with candid anecdotes and easy-to-adopt steps, from veteran HR specialist and popular podcast host Laurie Ruettimann Chances are you've spent the past few months cooped up inside, buried under a relentless news cycle and work that never seems to switch off. Millions of us worldwide are overworked, exhausted, and trying our hardest—yet not getting the recognition we deserve. It’s time for a fix. Top career coach and HR consultant Laurie Ruettimann knows firsthand that work can get a hell of a lot better. A decade ago, Ruettimann was uninspired, blaming others and herself for the unhappiness she felt. Until she had an epiphany: if she wanted a fulfilling existence, she couldn’t sit around and wait for change. She had to be her own leader. She had to truly take ahold of life—the good, the bad, and the downright ugly—in order to transform her future. Today, as businesses prioritize their bottom line over employee satisfaction and workers become increasingly isolated, the need to safeguard your well-being is crucial. And though this sounds intimidating, it’s easier to do than you think. Through tactical advice on how to approach work in a smart and healthy manner, which includes knowing when to sign off for the day, doubling down on our capacity to learn, fixing those finances, and beating impostor syndrome once and for all, Ruettimann lays out the framework necessary to champion your interests and create a life you actually enjoy. Packed with advice and stories of others who regained control of their lives, Betting on You is a game-changing must-read for how to radically improve your day-to-day, working more effectively and enthusiastically starting now.
Publisher: Henry Holt and Company
ISBN: 1250269792
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 240
Book Description
"Indispensable reading for anyone seeking to improve their professional selves." —Daniel H. Pink, #1 New York Times bestselling author of When An essential guide for how to snap out of autopilot and become your own best advocate, with candid anecdotes and easy-to-adopt steps, from veteran HR specialist and popular podcast host Laurie Ruettimann Chances are you've spent the past few months cooped up inside, buried under a relentless news cycle and work that never seems to switch off. Millions of us worldwide are overworked, exhausted, and trying our hardest—yet not getting the recognition we deserve. It’s time for a fix. Top career coach and HR consultant Laurie Ruettimann knows firsthand that work can get a hell of a lot better. A decade ago, Ruettimann was uninspired, blaming others and herself for the unhappiness she felt. Until she had an epiphany: if she wanted a fulfilling existence, she couldn’t sit around and wait for change. She had to be her own leader. She had to truly take ahold of life—the good, the bad, and the downright ugly—in order to transform her future. Today, as businesses prioritize their bottom line over employee satisfaction and workers become increasingly isolated, the need to safeguard your well-being is crucial. And though this sounds intimidating, it’s easier to do than you think. Through tactical advice on how to approach work in a smart and healthy manner, which includes knowing when to sign off for the day, doubling down on our capacity to learn, fixing those finances, and beating impostor syndrome once and for all, Ruettimann lays out the framework necessary to champion your interests and create a life you actually enjoy. Packed with advice and stories of others who regained control of their lives, Betting on You is a game-changing must-read for how to radically improve your day-to-day, working more effectively and enthusiastically starting now.
Resources in Education
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 344
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 344
Book Description
Remote Work, Internal Marketing and Human Resource Management
Author: Teena Mishra
Publisher: Taylor & Francis
ISBN: 104026235X
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 199
Book Description
Remote working is a developing idea that many organizations are embracing, especially in light of COVID-19 and the rise in demand for remote and hybrid roles. As there is no standard model to use for implementation, a number of problems and difficulties develop as popularity increases and hybrid working environments become normalized. This book presents the views, opinions, and reality of remote work and creating an appropriate internal marketing culture in a remote environment. The key topics explored are the significance of remote work, remote work practice, reshaping the work environment, designing remote work, models of remote work, challenges of remote work facing business organizations, remote work management, innovations and technology, the role of motivation and satisfaction in organizational development, employee empowerment in a remote setting, transparency and commitment for sustainable development, and the future of remote work. This research volume will be of value to researchers, academicians, practitioners, and students in the fields of human resource management, organizational studies, and innovation management.
Publisher: Taylor & Francis
ISBN: 104026235X
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 199
Book Description
Remote working is a developing idea that many organizations are embracing, especially in light of COVID-19 and the rise in demand for remote and hybrid roles. As there is no standard model to use for implementation, a number of problems and difficulties develop as popularity increases and hybrid working environments become normalized. This book presents the views, opinions, and reality of remote work and creating an appropriate internal marketing culture in a remote environment. The key topics explored are the significance of remote work, remote work practice, reshaping the work environment, designing remote work, models of remote work, challenges of remote work facing business organizations, remote work management, innovations and technology, the role of motivation and satisfaction in organizational development, employee empowerment in a remote setting, transparency and commitment for sustainable development, and the future of remote work. This research volume will be of value to researchers, academicians, practitioners, and students in the fields of human resource management, organizational studies, and innovation management.
The Power of Onlyness
Author: Nilofer Merchant
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0698196155
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 306
Book Description
An 800-CEO-READ Staff Pick Shortlisted for the Thinkers50 Breakthrough Idea Award A Financial Times Business Book of the Month “For any would-be activists who hear the voice: ‘not me’ or ‘not now,’ Merchant makes the strong case for ‘yes you’ and ‘yes now’—and even shows you how to jump in.” —Van Jones, host of CNN’s The Messy Truth, author of Rebuild the Dream and The Green Collar Economy “The Power of Onlyness is a book for our times. . . . Merchant forces us to dig deep, into the book and ourselves, and it goes beyond self-knowledge and self-empowerment, obliterating the fear of otherness with an understanding of the onlyness of us all.” —Sally Haldorson, 800-CEO-READ An innovation expert illuminates why your power to make a difference is no longer bound by your status If you’re like most people, you wish you had the ability to make a difference, but you don’t have the credentials, or a seat at the table, can’t get past the gatekeepers, and aren’t high enough in any hierarchy to get your ideas heard. In The Power of Onlyness, Nilofer Merchant, one of the world’s top-ranked business thinkers, reveals that, in fact, we have now reached an unprecedented moment of opportunity for your ideas to “make a dent” on the world. Now that the Internet has liberated ideas to spread through networks instead of hierarchies, power is no longer determined by your status, but by “onlyness”—that spot in the world only you stand in, a function of your distinct history and experiences, visions and hopes. If you build upon your signature ingredient of purpose and connect with those who are equally passionate, you have a lever by which to move the world. This new ability is already within your grasp, but to command it, you need to know how to meaningfully mobilize others around your ideas. Through inspirational and instructive stories, Merchant reveals proven strategies to unleash the centrifugal force of a new idea, no matter how weird or wild it may seem. Imagine how much better the world could be if every idea could have its shot, not just the ones that come from expected people and places. Which long-intractable problems would we solve, what new levels of creativity would be unlocked, and who might innovate a breakthrough that could benefit ourselves, our communities, and especially our economy. This limitless potential of onlyness has already been recognized by Thinkers 50, the Oscars of management, which cited it one of the five ideas that will shape business for next twenty years. Why do some individuals make scalable impact with their ideas, regardless of their power or status? The Power of Onlyness unravels this mystery for the first time so that anyone can make a dent. Even you.
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0698196155
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 306
Book Description
An 800-CEO-READ Staff Pick Shortlisted for the Thinkers50 Breakthrough Idea Award A Financial Times Business Book of the Month “For any would-be activists who hear the voice: ‘not me’ or ‘not now,’ Merchant makes the strong case for ‘yes you’ and ‘yes now’—and even shows you how to jump in.” —Van Jones, host of CNN’s The Messy Truth, author of Rebuild the Dream and The Green Collar Economy “The Power of Onlyness is a book for our times. . . . Merchant forces us to dig deep, into the book and ourselves, and it goes beyond self-knowledge and self-empowerment, obliterating the fear of otherness with an understanding of the onlyness of us all.” —Sally Haldorson, 800-CEO-READ An innovation expert illuminates why your power to make a difference is no longer bound by your status If you’re like most people, you wish you had the ability to make a difference, but you don’t have the credentials, or a seat at the table, can’t get past the gatekeepers, and aren’t high enough in any hierarchy to get your ideas heard. In The Power of Onlyness, Nilofer Merchant, one of the world’s top-ranked business thinkers, reveals that, in fact, we have now reached an unprecedented moment of opportunity for your ideas to “make a dent” on the world. Now that the Internet has liberated ideas to spread through networks instead of hierarchies, power is no longer determined by your status, but by “onlyness”—that spot in the world only you stand in, a function of your distinct history and experiences, visions and hopes. If you build upon your signature ingredient of purpose and connect with those who are equally passionate, you have a lever by which to move the world. This new ability is already within your grasp, but to command it, you need to know how to meaningfully mobilize others around your ideas. Through inspirational and instructive stories, Merchant reveals proven strategies to unleash the centrifugal force of a new idea, no matter how weird or wild it may seem. Imagine how much better the world could be if every idea could have its shot, not just the ones that come from expected people and places. Which long-intractable problems would we solve, what new levels of creativity would be unlocked, and who might innovate a breakthrough that could benefit ourselves, our communities, and especially our economy. This limitless potential of onlyness has already been recognized by Thinkers 50, the Oscars of management, which cited it one of the five ideas that will shape business for next twenty years. Why do some individuals make scalable impact with their ideas, regardless of their power or status? The Power of Onlyness unravels this mystery for the first time so that anyone can make a dent. Even you.