These days, most companies find themselves having to tender or bid for new contracts and clients. It’s now part of the business landscape - companies simply have to be good at tendering and pitching i
There is no way back. Change is everywhere – in society, politics, business – and it is turbulent. Existing structures are being dismantled and new ways of competing (and collaborating) are being form
In this counter-intuitive book for managers, the author argues that no one is perfect and that success as a leader is not about being perfect and always doing the right thing; it is about accepting yo
Human creativity has been one of the fundamental drivers of civilization and progress-solving immense problems, creating opportunities and overcoming enemies like no other force. Often it has baffled
This is an engaging collection of aphorisms and stories about the things that can get better with age. It offers an insightful and at times humorous look through the looking glass of aging. Because pe
Leading business coach Simon Tyler challenges the traditional idea that success is all about complexity, working harder, doing more, acquiring stuff, or suffering your way through life in order to gai
Whether we are exploring a new idea, new career or new endeavor, we encounter risks, self-doubt and fear. Drawing on behavioral science and selfleadership principles, the strategies and exercises in t
Silk is not just a simple natural fiber—it represents something meaningful, universal, and perennial. This book tells the story of how the silk textile conquered the luxury world, and remained prestig
“The market has failed, we need more government intervention” – that’s the mantra politicians, the media, and intellectuals have been reiterating ever since the outbreak of the 2008 financial crisis.
You may well be reading this at work. Look around you—I am sure you will agree your workplace could be significantly better. Do you tolerate a mediocre, uninspiring and dysfunctional environment
According to most studies, public speaking is the number one fear among professionals. Most suffer from stage fright, lack of basic vocal training, and/or lack of delivery technique. Such individuals
Why do some states and societies thrive while others do not? What awaits us in the future? Is there a universal model that can guide our success? The author, Vadim Makhov believes that there is and th
There is a form of creativity so powerful that it only takes one look and one listen for millions of consumers to remember it, like it, buy it, and tell others about it. These are so-called Super Sign
Chinese companies are globalizing at an unprecedented rate. Haier is the world’s largest manufacturer of consumer appliances; Huawei is the world’s largest telecoms equipment manufacturer; Lenovo is t
The best leaders and managers create change. They are able to create a vision, communicate an idea and in particular encourage action from others. What is it about these leaders and managers which mak
