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Don't buy this book (Dos and Don'ts in Switzerland)
The content of this "book" is printed on one side of 4.5 pages. The remainder of the nine pages include the title page, a general blurb about the group that put it together, and some information lifted from Edward Hall. Even though it is a stretch to label this scanty pamplet as a "book", we had hoped that the concentrated content would be useful or insightful. No on both counts.

Virtually all of the pointers are both common-sensical and apply across most if not all Western cultures. We actually read this book in less than ten minutes while traveling in Switzerland. It includes such gems as don't smoke at dinner and keep your elbows off the table -- useful advice for someone who as never experienced any version of Western culture. ... Read more

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Deregulation, privatization and internationalization of the telecommunications industry has brought about enormous changes within both the European and world economy. The dynamics of the Internet and the recent wave of innovations in the telecommunications and computer industry have given rise to new opportunities for entrepreneurship, employment and growth. No doubt, the dynamics and imperfections of today`s information markets raise crucial challenges for Western Europe. The changing patterns of innovation in the digital economy have forced governments to consider new strategies to promote innovation, network effects and growth. In response to these developments this text presents new approaches to macroeconomic modelling, growth theory and trade analysis. Still further, the deregulation policies of OECD-countries are analyzed. An indispensible text for academics and professionals who want to deepen their knowledge of how the New Economy revolution continues to change the economy. ... Read more

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The Wilson Learning wonderworks series of culture guides provides travelers with practical and accessible information about important social protocols and business practices for some of the most popular travel destinations. Topics covered include Greetings; Eating, Drinking and Entertaining; Tipping; Gift Giving; Dress; and Conversation Topics. There are tips for e-mail, telephone, and written communications, and meeting etiquette. A brief list of useful phrases and national holidays is also provided.

These handy booklets are recommended for those who are planning a business or personal trip; supporting global business via telephone, fax, electronic mail, or videoconferencing; or preparing to work extensively with customers, colleagues, or providers in a country or region. ... Read more

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Whether you are a follower who is just beginning to discover the impact of leadership or a natural leader who already has followers, you can learn to be a better leader. The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership distills Dr. John C. Maxwell's insights from more than thirty years of personal experience. Each law of leadership is like a tool to help you achieve your dreams and add value to the lives of other people. In The Law of Respect, you will learn why:

• Leaders go their own way when a group first comes together
• People change direction to follow the strongest leaders
• People naturally align themselves and follow leaders stronger than themselves
• Major change tests respect for a leader

Each lesson also provides a real-life example, and tools for personal assessment and application.

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Corporate Power Driven by Greed redefines the American Dream. This book examines the relationships developed between companies and their employees-what works, what doesn't-and exposes the bean counting mentality for what it is: greed, not true profitability. The author contends that, by shifting their priorities from the bottom line to human resources, organizations can reap the rewards they desire if they will provide incentives, recognition and a good work environment to keep their most productive employees, while, at the same time, attract the kind of new employees they need to make success happen. She builds sound business principles with humorous illustrations that are easy to follow. ... Read more

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A Philosophical Journey Through Corporate Bureaucracy
"Our American dream is falling apart. The road to success is not as clear-cut as we were led to believe as children growing up in American society. We were taught to better ourselves and work towards pursuing a career and finally, having a family. The ideal of the American dream is being distorted by the organizations we work for. Family values are diminishing, and two incomes are needed where thirty years ago, one wage earner was more than adequate. Work ethics and business practices put pressure on us to be more committed to our jobs and less to our lives."

So begins a philosophical journey through one segment of today's corporate landscape, as viewed by author Jessica Luke, a former IBM software application developer. The range of the book is broad; it covers the history of labor relations and a critique of current human resource management (personality types, stress, burnout, depression, time management, technology, innovation, communication, teamwork, motivation, incentives, performance evaluation, and training). She also touches briefly on executive compensation, the recent corporate accounting scandals, and the 90's practice of downsizing and outsourcing. This commentary is set against the book's thesis which seems to be that "the unscrupulous power of corporate greed" causes management to make decisions that do not value the individuality of workers.

While practically each subject covered could be a book in itself, there's no denying the sea-change in many of our working lives that has occurred in the last three or four decades (or the 20th century, for that matter). Luke's experience working in corporate America, while not discussed directly, seems to be summed up in the following line: "Business organizations shamefully continue to operate with the same uncivilized, barbarian and rigid mindset that prevailed at the beginning of the century."

Despite this indictment, her broader points seem to be: who bears the responsibility for employee satisfaction - management or the employee? How does one maintain a sense of self in our increasingly institutionalized world? Can individuals have a voice in bureaucracies?

As worldwide population continues to increase, these are questions we will struggle with over the next decade, maybe longer. And I suspect we'll hear more from Luke on this subject, too; I distinctly heard a personal story shadowing the corporate analysis. In the meantime, she seems to have begun her journey at a place anyone in this writers' association can appreciate; with pen and paper and the fire of one's own thoughts.

Corporate Power Driven By Greed - What else is there to say?
Jessica's smart, thoughtful, innovative look at the corporate world has it all, including those glass ceilings we need to make sure we got our underwear on for! Very well researched and a must read for anyone in the self-employed, blue collar or corporate world. Can't we all just get along? - You go girl! Great write and great resource for any office!

A new style Business Book
This new book, recently published, by Jessica I. Luke comes at a very appropriate moment during these moments of hard economical times. The goal of this book is examine the relationship between companies and their employees, and to expose what is greed compared to true profitability. The book goes into: leadership, bad top management, downsizing, outsourcing, resistance to change, creativity, strategies, people's attitude, time management, communication, effective management, importance of technology, importance of innovation and conveying positive change. The book is 124 pages long. The book defines each topic clearly, succinctly and in simple terms. This is a welcome change from all those huge dreary business books. The book provides clear solutions on what is good and bad. Looking at the downsizing chapter, it reminds me of what is going on at my current employer. I am witnessing the results of the procedure in the mind of people left behind. It also define, as I always said in my current position, the importance of technology. This book is down to earth, gives simple effective guidelines and even has cartoons to make a point. In short it is a very different and recommended business book

Awesome!!!
Corporate Power Driven By Greed would be an awesome training tool in any business. This book could even be required reading before employment or advancement. One of my favorite sections of the book is "Ogre Bosses." I would probably still be at what was a great job if it weren't for the "Ogre Boss" I had to deal with. I came to dislike my job very much because of my boss. I really enjoyed telling this person to "Take this job and shove it!" The look on his face was worth it. He humiliated everyone around him and he was very abrasive and controling. I wonder if he still has his job? Hmmmmmm... I believe good management is what makes a job great, because if you do not like the people you are working for you will not be happy. Most people spend half their lives working. Think about it. If you are miserable at your place of employment, then aren't you miserable most of your life?

Jessica Luke deftly emphasizes her points with wry humor
Corporate Power Driven By Greed by Jessica I. Luke is a sharply worded and quite articulate challenge against the commonly held idea that the bottom line is all that matters in business. Stressing that human resources are what truly matters, and that providing incentive, recognition and a good work environment is what keeps productive employees producing, as well as attracting the best possible new employees, Corporate Power Driven By Greed is a persuasive, point-by-point primer to successfully stimulating worker morale. Jessica Luke deftly emphasizes her points with wry humor and amusing black-and-white illustrations. Corporate Power Driven By Greed is highly recommended reading for anyone charged with the responsibility for ensuring the strong economic health and success of their corporate enterprise. ... Read more

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Psychology in Economics and Business is the first textbook in economic psychology that is targeted at students of economics and business administration. It describes the experiments and explains the psychological background associated with the topics.The book presents the state of the art in behavioral economics and economic psychology and their applications to economics and business.The first part organizes economic psychological themes within a common paradigm. The applications belong to a great variety of fields in economic psychology, including entrepreneurial behavior, perceptions of price, risk, inflation and economic activities, economic socialization, demand theory, attitudes and brand images, decision making and heuristics, economic expectations, well-being, poverty and consumer satisfaction.The second part deals with information processing in a wider sense. The psychological principles of consistency and attribution are dealt with and recent developments in rationality and choice under uncertainty are considered. A chapter on game theory focuses on psychological factors in several social dilemmas. Strategies and tactics in human interaction are dealt with in a chapter on negotiation behavior.The chapter on economic psychological methods deals with the acquisition of knowledge from the observation of economic behavior in reality and in experimental settings. ... Read more

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I find this book very easy-to-read. I like the format and layout of the book because I can quickly find a topic when I need more information. The sections are short and to-the-point, but with enough detail to give me what I need to know for specific situations. The information is practical and applicable. Plus the size of the book makes it easy to take anywhere. This book is really for anyone and everyone in today's multi-cultural world!

Great Book
This is a really good book on business etiquette, and etiquette in general, although I have not read many other books in the genre as a comparison. Gives very specific, easy to find and easy to read information on any particular etiquette topic you're searching for, and gives it to you in short paragraphs and chapters. The section on proper use and placement of table utensils is a bit to digest if you've never paid attention before. Overall, great stuff.

Great Book!!! It's an excellent reference on etiquette/
Seeing as my business colleauges have given me the nickname of "Slurp", this book was most appropriate for me. The small paragraphs made it easy for me to digest. The extensive table of contents is very helpful

Great practical tips for making a good business impression
"Don't Slurp Your Soup" has just the right amount of quick tips for the busy professional who seeks to make a good impression on colleagues and customers alike. Written in bite-size paragraphs, it's easily digestible just when you need help. The comprehensive Table of Contents allows you to find information quickly. ... Read more

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In what way are we called to live amidst our busy world? It is so easy, especially in the work place, to get caught up in the busyness of the day and miss the meaning, lessons and joy in it.The majority of adults spend more waking hours at work than we do in their own homes.The quality of the work place is forming the quality of our homes and our lives.If the work place is not healthy, what are we saying about the health of this society?The purpose of the Place Within Series is to invite brief reflections that connect us to the heart, the soul, the place within.It is the place of peace, silence, wisdom, love, compassion and the source of energy and nourishment.It is a place of hope, always with us, regardless of the external chaos or the extremes that surround us each day at work.When we go within, we are able to reach out and return to the world our strengths and hopes that reflect the unseen capacity of ourselves and an evolving humanity.A unique CD is now available to enhance the reflections that connect one to "The Place Within."It features the beautiful and inspirational voice of Diane Penning.

The Way of Authenticity in the Work Place (Wesorick, 1999) is the second book in the Place Within Series.It is a short, thought provoking read on the topic of being genuine and true to ourselves and others in the work place.It is intentionally designed to offer concentrated insights on authenticity and how it impacts the quality of our life and those we connect with and care about each day. ... Read more