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Translated around the world, and recommended reading on many coaching programmes this bestselling book is trusted globally as the definitive guide to coaching. This carefully revised edition will guide you through the entire process from first meeting to when coaching ends, with methods, tips and techniques that simply work. Understand and develop the core skills and beliefs of an effective coach Know how to ask insightful questions that deliver valuable answers Gain practical help to plan coaching assignments that accelerate and improve your results Adeptly handle the main barriers to great coaching Feel fully confident in your ability to coach in any situationWhether youre new to coaching or already an experienced coach, youll find clear guidance and principles to help you coach more effectively and with greater impact. To support you further The Coaching Manual has a range of free to download resources templates, tools and checklists available now at www.starrconsulting.co.uk. Full of important information that all coaches just need to know! I would absolutely recommend this book to any coach, neophyte or experienced. Cherie Carter-Scott, Ph.D. MCC, Author of If Life is a Game, These are the Rules, Transformational Life Coaching and 15 other titles The definitive resource for aspiring as well as seasoned coaches. No one has brought to life the nuts and bolts better than Julie Starr. Marshall Goldsmith, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Triggers, Mojo and What Got You Here Won't Get You There

With a stunning new look in 2015, and with more new Rules than ever, get ready to experience the Rules effect. Begin to get more out of life, shrug off adversity more easily and generally be a happier, calmer, more fulfilled person. Youll feel the benefits, and so will everyone around you. Its your life. How good could it be?

This work is written for people, mainly students, who want to know how the relationship and the traditional marketing approach (in combination) affect the development of effective and efficient marketing plans. This holistic approach is illustrated with "real-world" examples.

Get ready to experience the Rules effect. Begin to get more out of life, shrug off adversity more easily and generally be a happier, calmer, more fulfilled person. Youll feel the benefits, and so will everyone around you.

For courses in Consumer Behavior. Beyond Consumer Behavior: How Buying Habits Shape IdentitySolomons Consumer Behavior: Buying, Having, and Being deepens the study of consumer behavior into an investigation of how having (or not having) certain products affects our lives. Solomon looks at how possessions influence how we feel about ourselves and each other, especially in the canon of social media and the digital age. In the Twelfth Edition, Solomon has revised and updated the content to reflect major marketing trends and changes that impact the study of consumer behavior. Since we are all consumers, many of the topics have both professional and personal relevance to students, making it easy to apply them outside of the classroom. The updated text is rich with up-to-the-minute discussions on a range of topics such as Dadvertising, Meerkating, and the Digital Self to maintain an edge in the fluid and evolving field of consumer behavior. MyMarketingLab not included. Students, if MyMarketingLab is a recommended/mandatory component of the course, please ask your instructor for the correct ISBN and course ID. MyMarketingLab should only be purchased when required by an instructor. Instructors, contact your Pearson representative for more information.MyMarketingLab is an online homework, tutorial, and assessment product designed to personalize learning and improve results. With a wide range of interactive, engaging, and assignable activities, students are encouraged to actively learn and retain tough course concepts.

NOW WITH 10 NEW RULES A definitive code for personal success The Rules of Work is an eye-opener for all those who would like to rise to the top, but dont seem to be able to find the map.Sir Antony Jay, author of Yes Minister and Yes, Prime Minster, and founder of Video Arts For some people, work is a breeze. They glide effortlessly onwards and upwards, always saying and doing the right thing, getting paid more, getting promotions, getting results. Is there something successful people know that we dont? You bet there is. They know the Rules of work. These Rules are the guiding principles that will improve what you do and how you do it. They will give you the unmistakable air of confidence that will win you admiration, respect, and help you towards your next promotion. In this new edition of the international bestseller, Richard Templar has added 10 new Rules to help you get heard, noticed, acknowledged and followed. To get ahead and stay on top, you need The Rules of Work.

The expert authors of this leading text present a thorough introduction to HRM by exploring a variety of perspectives, styles and arguments. It takes a rigorous, critical approach that makes contemporary developments in Human Resource Management accessible to students. They explore the most pressing and topical themes and debates of today the effects of HRM on organisational performance, management and leadership development, performance management and employee reward whilst covering in depth the theory and practice of the operational aspects of HRM. The final part of the text compares trends in HRM around the world, with a particular focus on India and China, as well as the influence of multinational corporations. Human Resource Management is written for undergraduate, postgraduate and MBA students, as well as those studying for the CIPD qualifications.

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Principles of Marketing Scandinavian Edition is an ideal introductory text for undergraduate students and practitioners alike. This, the second Scandinavian edition, is true to Kotler and Armstrongs classic conceptual framework, which has proved itself an exceptional introduction to marketing and has been used by millions of students all over the world. Principles of Marketing book outlines and discusses concepts and ideas that help students and practitioners develop an effective marketing strategy for todays markets. Cases and examples are written to reflect current best practice in Scandinavian and European companies. The book describes and explains how these companies deal with challenges in domestic and international markets. Set within a Scandinavian context, the text is nonetheless global in scope and thus very relevant for modern marketers.

Research Methods for Business Students has been fully revised for this seventh edition and continues to be the market-leading textbook in its field, guiding hundreds of thousands of student researchers to success in their research methods modules, research proposals, projects and dissertations. So, if you're thinking . . . 'How do I choose my topic?''I'm confused by all these different philosophies''I need to collect my data; what do I do first?'When and what do I need to write? . . . then, open this book to discover: Regular checklists and Progressing your research project sections to give you step-by-step practical guidance on the process A glossary of clear definitions for 600 research terms Cases and examples of students and academics research and topical news articles illustrating research in practice Detailed chapters on choosing your topic, reviewing the literature, understanding philosophies, research design, access and ethics, secondary data, data collection and analysis, and writing about and presenting your researchDont forget to visit www.pearsoned.co.uk/saunders where you can use online tutorials on research software, such as IBM SPSS Statistics and NVivo, test yourself with hundreds of multiple choice questions, analyse over 60 further case studies, and learn how to search the Internet more efficiently and effectively with our Smarter Online Searching guide! Start your project with confidence and complete it with success!Mark Saunders is Professor of Business Research Methods at The Surrey Business School, University of Surrey. Philip Lewis was a Principal Lecturer and Adrian Thornhill was a Head of Department, both at the University of Gloucestershire.

For courses in Principles of Macroeconomics Acemoglu, Laibson, List: An evidence-based approach to economicsThroughout Macroeconomics, authors Daron Acemoglu, David Laibson, and John List use real economic questions and data to help students learn about the world around them. Taking a fresh approach, the authors use the themes of optimization, equilibrium and empiricism to illustrate the power of simple economic ideas, and their ability to explain, predict, and improve what happens in the world. Each chapter begins with an empirical question that is later answered using data in the Evidence-Based Economics feature. As a result of the texts practical emphasis, students will learn to apply economic principles to guide the decisions they make in their own lives. MyEconLab is an online homework, tutorial, and assessment product designed to personalize learning and improve results. With a wide range of interactive, engaging, and assignable activities, students are encouraged to actively learn and retain tough course concepts. Please note that the product you are purchasing does not include MyEconLab. MyEconLab Join over 11 million students benefiting from Pearson MyLabs. This title can be supported by MyEconLab, an online homework and tutorial system designed to test and build your understanding. Would you like to use the power of MyEconLab to accelerate your learning? You need both an access card and a course ID to access MyEconLab. These are the steps you need to take: 1. Make sure that your lecturer is already using the system Ask your lecturer before purchasing a MyLab product as you will need a course ID from them before you can gain access to the system.2. Check whether an access card has been included with the book at a reduced cost If it has, it will be on the inside back cover of the book.3. If you have a course ID but no access code, you can benefit from MyEconLab at a reduced price by purchasing a pack containing a copy of the book and an access code for MyEconLab (ISBN:9781292080710)4. If your lecturer is using the MyLab and you would like to purchase the product...Go to www.myeconlab.com to buy access to this interactive study programme. For educator access, contact your Pearson representative. To find out who your Pearson representative is, visit www.pearsoned.co.uk/replocator

For courses in Business. International Business: A Millennial ApproachInternational Business: The New Realities caters to a millennial student audience, the most diverse and educated generation to date. The book speaks to students of the technological age, facing a diverse and evolving economic environment fueled by the Internet and multimedia sources. By addressing issues such as the competitive job market and challenges faced by advanced economies, the text preps students for international business in our modern world. The Fourth Edition plays on millennials characteristics to engage them in the material. This includes their reliance on technology, their drive towards achievement and helping their communities, and their desire to obtain skills they can apply towards meaningful jobs. The authors understand what motivates millennial students and builds on their goals to help students obtain successful careers in international business. MyManagementLab not included. Students, if MyManagementLab is a recommended/mandatory component of the course, please ask your instructor for the correct ISBN and course ID. MyManagementLab should only be purchased when required by an instructor. Instructors, contact your Pearson representative for more information.MyManagementLab is an online homework, tutorial, and assessment product designed to personalize learning and improve results. With a wide range of interactive, engaging, and assignable activities, students are encouraged to actively learn and retain tough course concepts.

For courses in Operations Management. A broad, practical introduction to operations, reinforced with an extensive collection of practice problems Operations Management: Sustainability and Supply Chain Management presents a broad introduction to the field of operations in a realistic and practical manner, while offering the largest and most diverse collection of issues on the market. Problems found in the Twelfth Edition contain ample supportfound in the books solved-problems and worked examplesto help readers better understand concepts important to todays operations management professionals. MyOMLab not included. Students, if MyOMLab is a recommended/mandatory component of the course, please ask your instructor for the correct ISBN and course ID. MyOMLab should only be purchased when required by an instructor. Instructors, contact your Pearson representative for more information.MyOMLab is an online homework, tutorial, and assessment product designed to personalize learning and improve results. With a wide range of interactive, engaging, and assignable activities, students are encouraged to actively learn and retain tough course concepts.

An intuitive and grounded approach to economics Get students to think like an Economist using the latest policy and data while incorporating global issues. Economics, Twelfth Edition builds on the foundation of the previous edition and retains a thorough and careful presentation of the principles of economics. Economics emphasizes real-world applications, the development of critical thinking skills, diagrams renowned for pedagogy and clarity, and path-breaking technology. Each chapter opens with one of today's central issues and is then revisited in the chapter ending Economics in the News feature. This Parkin hallmark encourages student to think critically about a news article relating to the issue, demonstrating how thinking like an economist can bring a clearer perspective to and deeper understanding of todays events. Students will begin to think about issues the way real economists do and learn how to explore difficult policy problems to make more informed decisions in their own economic lives. MyEconLab is an online homework, tutorial, and assessment program designed to work with this text to engage students and improve results. Within its structured environment, students practice what they learn, test their understanding, and pursue a personalized study plan that helps them better absorb course material and understand difficult concepts. Please note that the product you are purchasing does not include MyEconLab. MyEconLab Join over 11 million students benefiting from Pearson MyLabs. This title can be supported by MyEconLab, an online homework and tutorial system designed to test and build your understanding. Would you like to use the power of MyEconLab to accelerate your learning? You need both an access card and a course ID to access MyEconLab. These are the steps you need to take: 1. Make sure that your lecturer is already using the system Ask your lecturer before purchasing a MyLab product as you will need a course ID from them before you can gain access to the system.2. Check whether an access card has been included with the book at a reduced cost If it has, it will be on the inside back cover of the book.3. If you have a course ID but no access code, you can benefit from MyEconLab at a reduced price by purchasing a pack containing a copy of the book and an access code for MyEconLab (ISBN:9781292094618)4. If your lecturer is using the MyLab and you would like to purchase the product...Go to www.myeconlab.com to buy access to this interactive study programme. For educator access, contact your Pearson representative. To find out who your Pearson representative is, visit www.pearsoned.co.uk/replocator

The UKs bestselling book on logistics and supply chain management over 100,000 copies sold. Effective development and management of supply chain networks helps businesses cut costs and enhance customer value. This updated 5th edition is a clear guide to all the key topics in an integrated approach to supply chains. As well as new and updated examples and case studies, there are two new chapters:Routes to Market: Many companies now have to manage multiple distribution channels - this chapter covers strategic issues on how companies go to market along with the cost implications of using alternative channels.Service Logistics: As companies begin to sell performance rather than physical product, this chapter explores the implications for logistics management as the need to provide higher levels of service and customer support becomes ever more critical.

Establishes a solid foundation of knowledge about psychological testing Psychological testing impacts virtually every corner of modern life, from education to vocation to remediation. Psychological Testing: History, Principles, and Applications, 7/e, covers all variations of testing and explores social issues testing raises. This program provides readers extensive knowledge about the characteristics, objectives, and wide-ranging effects of psychological testing.

Computer Security: Principles and Practice, Third Edition, is ideal for courses in Computer/Network Security. In recent years, the need for education in computer security and related topics has grown dramaticallyand is essential for anyone studying Computer Science or Computer Engineering. This is the only text available to provide integrated, comprehensive, up-to-date coverage of the broad range of topics in this subject. In addition to an extensive pedagogical program, the book provides unparalleled support for both research and modeling projects, giving students a broader perspective. It covers all security topics considered Core in the EEE/ACM Computer Science Curriculum. This textbook can be used to prep for CISSP Certification, and includes in-depth coverage of Computer Security, Technology and Principles, Software Security, Management Issues, Cryptographic Algorithms, Internet Security and more. The Text and Academic Authors Association named Computer Security: Principles and Practice, First Edition, the winner of the Textbook Excellence Award for the best Computer Science textbook of 2008. Teaching and Learning ExperienceThis program presents a better teaching and learning experiencefor you and your students. It will help: Easily Integrate Projects in your Course: This book provides an unparalleled degree of support for including both research and modeling projects in your course, giving students a broader perspective. Keep Your Course Current with Updated Technical Content: This edition covers the latest trends and developments in computer security. Enhance Learning with Engaging Features: Extensive use of case studies and examples provides real-world context to the text material. Provide Extensive Support Material to Instructors and Students: Student and instructor resources are available to expand on the topics presented in the text.

Cutting Edge 3rd Edition builds on the distinctive task-based approach that has made this course so popular. Engaging texts, new video content and a comprehensive digital package are just some of the features that make it even more effective.

An Inspector Calls is a captivating masterpiece penned by the renowned author, J. Priestley. Published in 1993, this timeless classic is a must-read for any literature enthusiast. The story unfolds in a mesmerizing manner, keeping readers hooked from the first page to the last. The genre of the book is a blend of mystery and drama, a combination that Priestley has expertly woven together. The narrative is not only thrilling but also deeply reflective, prompting readers to question and contemplate. Pearson Education Limited, the publisher of this book, has done a commendable job in bringing this work to the public. The book remains relevant even today, proving the timeless nature of Priestley's writing. An Inspector Calls is more than just a book; it is an experience that leaves a profound impact on its readers.

For courses in Networking/Communications. Motivate your students with a top-down, layered approach to computer networkingUnique among computer networking texts, the Seventh Edition of the popular Computer Networking: A Top Down Approach builds on the authors long tradition of teaching this complex subject through a layered approach in a top-down manner. The text works its way from the application layer down toward the physical layer, motivating students by exposing them to important concepts early in their study of networking. Focusing on the Internet and the fundamentally important issues of networking, this text provides an excellent foundation for students in computer science and electrical engineering, without requiring extensive knowledge of programming or mathematics. The Seventh Edition has been updated to reflect the most important and exciting recent advances in networking. MasteringComputerScience not included. Students, if MasteringComputerScience is a recommended/mandatory component of the course, please ask your instructor for the correct ISBN and course ID. MasteringComputerScience should only be purchased when required by an instructor. Instructors, contact your Pearson representative for more information. MasteringComputerScience is an online homework, tutorial, and assessment program designed to work with this text to engage students and improve results. Interactive, self-paced tutorials provide individualized coaching to help students stay on track. With a wide range of activities available, students can actively learn, understand, and retain even the most difficult concepts.

Every single day a growing number of organisations are turning their employees, customers, and members into an online community. The results of these efforts are incredible. Build Your Community is about the evergreen principles of building a successful and thriving community. This book will take you step-by-step through the process to launch and manage a community for almost any kind of group. Covering the technology, what makes a community tick, and how to attract and keep your audience highly engaged. Whether youre building a community for your business or for your passion, this book is going to help you create the ideal community for your needs.

ACCELERATE YOUR LEADERSHIP SUCCESS IN YOUR FIRST 100 DAYS - AND BEYOND The first 100 days is a key indicator of success in your new role. With structured planning, commercial insights and leadership coaching, Niamh O'Keeffe provides all the crucial insights to empower any time-pressured leader to achieve the very best start. Through its focussed approach, practical advice and exercises, frequent check-ins and real-life examples, Your First 100 Days is your all in one guide to getting ahead. Structured in bite-sized chunks and arranged along a 100-day timeline, you can create, deliver and sustain an effective plan during this crucial early phrase to hit the ground running. Unlocks the secret of getting ahead, by getting you off to a great start.Gene Reznik, Group Chief Strategy Officer, Accenture Niamhs framework and approach provides a valuable and practical resource to create the positive momentum for your first 100 days.Mark Spelman, Head of Thought Leadership, World Economic Forum