An unrivaled and comprehensive look at the 200-year story of Swire, a highly diversified, global group of companies including Cathay Pacific, with a rich and colorful history.The Swire Group, started
Direct and Digital Marketing in Practice is the essential manual for all managers, marketers and students. Incisive and thorough, the text has been fully updated to reflect the continuing impact and f
The story of how Rupert Murdoch's Sky became one of Britain's most successful companies and the hottest property in global entertainment.Featuring interviews with key individuals and stakeholders from
Investing for Good is a captivating and instructive read, aimed at those who are interested in investing their money profitably while doing good at the same time.Investors are placing increased emphas
In 1946, the World Health Organization defined health as: "a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being, and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity." Until now, no one has defin
In any job, there will come a time when you are asked to lead other people. But while people are often well-trained in the skill set of their particular profession, few people are ever taught how to l
Despite decades of research illustrating the benefits of enlightened leadership, the high-performance workplace is still not the norm. Vlatka Hlupic has spent 20 years investigating this paradox, and
In 1946, the World Health Organization defined health as: "a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being, and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity." Until now, no one has defin
The Business of Excellence offers a unique and compelling perspective on the drivers of excellence in teams and organizations. The author, Justin Hughes, brings an unusual mix of experience and insig
Ethical behavior in and by businesses is often seen as a bolt-on extra--something that is nice-to-do but not must-do. Morgen Witzel argues that by flipping this view--and making ethical behavior the c
The ultimate guide to marketing yourself in a CV or resume, and ensuring you make a professional impression in any job search.The job market has never been more competitive, and marketing yourself can be tricky. And nothing raises a red flag for an employer than a poorly-written or badly-presented CV or resume. This handy guide offers practical, step-by-step advice on preparing, writing, and presenting an impressive document―either on paper or online―that will help you to “get your foot in the door” with prospective employers.Covering essential issues such as identifying your goals, creating different types of CV, or coming up with a fantastic and persuasive letter to go with them, this is a must-read for job hunters at any stage of their career.Part of the Business Essentials series from Bloomsbury Business, Get That Job: CVs and Resumes is one of a new range of practical guides looking at key business and management skills―everything from finding the right job through to making
This handy guide offers practical solutions and step-by-step advice on combating and managing stress so that you can achieve the best work-life balance.While it’s sometimes said that a little stress is good for you, too much can damage your health, jeopardise your performance at work, and affect your relationships. With the rise of remote and hybrid working, such issues are only becoming more common, and it’s too easy to feel worn down and exhausted by stress and worry.With a self-assessment quiz, step-by-step action points, top tips, common mistakes and advice on how to avoid them, and summaries of key points, Deal With Stress will help you to identify and understand the causes, recognise the symptoms, and find the right answers to put you back in control. You will find actionable solutions and practical advice on combating stress and ensuring you can have the best possible work-life balance.Part of the Business Essentials series from Bloomsbury Business, Deal With Stress is one of a
Many strategic change efforts fail. And virtually all of them are harder than they need to be. Why is this? And what can we do to make change more likely to stick?Dr. Elsbeth Johnson, a former equity
A fascinating insight into how to propel your career and productivity with purpose and conviction.In Making It Happen, Rebecca Stephens argues that the successful implementation of strategy often comes down to one individual―an individual with a clear commitment to the cause, coupled with excellent leadership and communication skills. With a variety of case studies and an eclectic selection of interviewees, this book champions diversity of thought―and the importance in gleaning practical and actionable insights from a broad array of perspectives and experiences.And making things happen is more important now than ever. Every organization is in need of a practical and actionable strategy in these difficult times. According to the Project Management Institute, 37% of projects fail due to the lack of defined project objectives and milestones. Yet there are rare exceptions to this widespread failure to effectively strategize. This book tells the stories of individuals whose efforts have res
The workplace has become a hotbed of social toxicity - from the #MeToo movement to WeWork, it's clear that abusive bosses and entrenched cultures of discrimination have become more prevalent than ever
Whether planned or unexpected, change presents leaders with their toughest sustained challenges - regardless of the leader's seniority or the organisation's size. For many leaders, change brings drama
