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Paperback. Etat : Very Good. ISO 9000 is an international Standard. It claims to be a standard for quality management but John Seddon argues it has nothing to do with quality, being based on entirely different theory. Organizations register to ISO 9000 because they are obliged to - market-place coercion works on the principle of "you comply or we won't buy", and registration is no guarantee of quality. In this attack on one of the sacred cows of business today, John Seddon shows how the ISO standards are not only failing to deliver the improved quality they promise, but in most cases are actually damaging the companies that have implemented them. In this updated paperback edition, which includes a critical analysis of the new and much-hyped ISO 9000:2000 version of the Standard, Seddon maintains his position that managers should say no to ISO 9000. For those who feel they have to register to ISO, Seddon shows them how to avoid the usual pitfalls of the Standard. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

Paperback. Etat : Very Good. Well-delivered presentations in business - whether to a small group or a huge audience - are increasingly key to success. But for many people, making a presentation is one of the most daunting, nerve-wracking experiences they can face in their working life. This book takes the mystique out of presentation. Whether you make presentations every day and want to brush up on your techniques or have never presented in your life but know the fateful day is coming, this book is here to help. In accessible terms, Khalid Aziz takes you through the process from the moment you receive the invitation (or order!) to speak, through the essential period of preparation, right up to the speech itself and its aftermath. He examines a number of scenarios that may face finance and business professionals, from presenting to prospects, clients, bankers, superiors or junior staff, to presenting at AGMs or seminars. Presenting to Win begins with an exploration of the differences between written and spoken communications. It then demonstrates how to prepare your presentation by asking yourself: Who is the audience? What do they want to hear? What do I want to say to them? Where is the common ground? It then looks at how to prepare and organize the content of your speech, what to bear in mind in terms of style, dress and body language, how to get the best out of visual aids and audience feedback and - most importantly - how to deal with those nerves on the day of the speech. Real-life case studies show both good and bad presentation skills in action, highlighting how a number of well-known people succeed - or fail - to win over their audiences. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

Paperback. Etat : Very Good. Aimed at those who truly want to be wealthy and who are prepared to make changes in their financial thinking and in their lives to achieve it, "Tactics" confronts and dismisses many of the myths and shibboleths of financial advice. "Tactics" is designed to give the reader sufficient detail on the processes and structures they can use to create as much wealth as is possible in their own circumstances. Far too often, in Paul Overy's view, people who try to create a little wealth do so in ways that frustrate their efforts - through their inability to identify the costs, the risks and the benefits of any financial action and through the lack of knowledge in how to structure their financial affairs. "The Tactics of the Rich" offers an easy-to-read and easy-to-follow solution - all the reader has to do is to apply it and make the necessary changes in their lives! The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

Paperback. Etat : Very Good. some wear to cover.

Hardback. Etat : Near Fine. Etat de la jaquette : Near Fine. 288 pages. Near fine in lightly marked d.j.

Paperback. Etat : Brand New. 1st edition. 34 pages. 8.25x8.25x0.08 inches. In Stock. Bo, Little (illustrateur).

Large Format Paperback. Etat : Excellent.

Paperback. Etat : Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Wraps. Etat : Very Good. No d/w. First Edition. 88pp; Some pencil notation throughout; Size: 12mo. Inscription by Author on Author's Note Card. Book.

Cloth. Etat : Very Good. Etat de la jaquette : Very Good. x + 306pp; Slight sunning to edges of prelims else a bright and tight copy; Size: 12mo. Book.

Hardback. Etat : Fine. Etat de la jaquette : Fine. First Edition, First Printing. Fine/Fine. First edition, first printing in d/w. PRESENTATION COPY INSCRIBED AND SIGNED BY THE AUTHOR, on front endpaper. Inscription reads, 'To ----/With my very best wishes/Chapter 16 may interest you!/Pearce Flannery/April 2011'. ALSO a SIGNED compliments slip from the author which reads, 'I am very much looking forward/to your seminar on June 16 in Galway/Pearce Flannery'. Illustrated with photographs and line-drawings. Twelve leading Irish businessmen explain their success, and the author details their traits and how to develop your own entrepreneurial skills. With Index. A fine copy, in a fine d/w, of a SCARCE first edition, first printing SIGNED BY THE AUTHOR. NO underlining or highlighting. Presentation Copy Inscribed And Signed.…

Hardcover. Etat : Near Fine. Etat de la jaquette : Very Good. 1st Edition. Pp.xvi, 287.

Soft Cover. Etat : Very Good. No Jacket. First Edition. generally near as new copy, enclosed is presentation card from the author gifting the book to a friend. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.

Hardcover. Etat : Near Fine. Etat de la jaquette : Very Good. Unread, unmarked, it shows some slight shelf wear and jacket with a few small bumps, otherwise in very good condition.

Hardcover. Etat : Near Fine. Etat de la jaquette : Very Good. 1st Edition. In stock in Ireland - HARDBACK - very good condition - dust jacket is in very good condition with slight shelf scuffing - boards are clean and tight - spine is uncreased and the spine text is clear - page block is clean and tidy - 2014 edition - A Life Worth Living tells the story of Michael Smurfit and the company he built. From humble beginnings, through years of hard work, it documents the Smurfit Group's seemingly inexorable growth, the challenges faced and overcome, and the many deals that continually doubled the size of the business every three or four years. It shows Michael's 'logical opportunism' in action, and explains how the Smurfit culture and systems provided a world-beatingcompetitive advantage. Born in St Helens, Lancashire in August 1936, Michael Smurfit joined his father's business, Jefferson Smurfit & Sons Ltd. in Dublin, straight from school to learn the papermaking business 'from the bottom up'. Two years after the company floated on the Irish Stock Exchange, Michael and his brother Jeff became Joint Managing Directors, as Jefferson Senior took on the role of Chairman and Chief Executive. Then followed 30 years of acquisitions, as the Jefferson Smurfit Group became Ireland's first multinational company and one of the largest paper and packaging companies in the world. In 2002, Michael took the Smurfit Group private, retiring as CEO but remaining Chairman. In this role, he steered a merger with Kappa Packaging BV, which successfully refloated in 2007 as Smurfit Kappa Group. Michael's life outside Smurfit - his chairmanship of the Racing Board and of Telecom Éireann; his interest in horseracing; his ownership of The K Club and the triumph that was the Ryder Cup 2006 - all feature, alongside his love and commitment to his family. Truly, a life worth living.…

Hardcover. Etat : Fine. Etat de la jaquette : Fine. 1st Edition. Pp/ xvi, 314, (2).

Paperback, 15.5x23.5cm, 287pp. Very good condition. Light wear. ISBN: 9781781191606.

Hardcover. Etat : Very Good. Etat de la jaquette : Good. 1st Edition. In stock in Ireland - HARDBACK - good condition - dust jacket is in good condition with shelf scuffing and some small nicks and tears - boards are slightly foxed - spine is uncreased and the spine text is clear - page block is clean and tidy - 2008 edition - These entrepreneurs - and many more like them - are the economic saviours of Ireland. They are the people who influence our employment figures, our GDP, our Government's fiscal policy and, ultimately, the living standards of our citizens. They have created great wealth for themselves and have contributed handsomely to the society from whence they came. From his experiences with his own business, Pragmatica, Pearce Flannery has evaluated and extrapolated what he believes to be the common denominators for success among all of these entrepreneurs.The aim of the book is that, when you have read it, you will have achieved two goals: you will have got to know these 12 entrepreneurs a little better and understand that background, educational achievement or institutional influences have little influence in the success of a determined entrepreneur and you will understand a little more of the requirements for success and, hopefully, will be better prepared to establish for yourself a more conducive personal space to enable you to succeed in your chosen field.…

Paperback. Etat : new. Paperback. This booklet was written by Darren Gillen, research analyst at GillenMarkets, and is aimed at the reader who is interested in learning about the various ways to invest in property. Buying a property is a common way for retail investors to invest their savings, and this is particularly the case in Ireland. Bricks and mortar are tangible and easily understood, while the stock market appears to many to be mystifying and volatile. As is often the case in investing, misconceptions abound. Direct property investing is riskier than many assume, and property investing through the stock market is less risky than popular perceptions would have you believe. This booklet aims to give you a more nuanced understanding of property investing, the key drivers of returns and how to invest in property through the stock market. A sound plan for investing in property that mitigates the key risks is the ticket to attractive returns. We hope that this booklet serves as a reliable guide in that regard. Bricks and mortar are tangible and easily understood, while the stock market appears to many to be mystifying and volatile. But misconceptions abound. This booklet aims to give a more nuanced understanding of property investing, the key drivers of returns and how to invest in property through the stock market. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Etat : new. Paperback. Squash is not just a game; it also builds independence. As with any sport approached properly and with concentration, one has to be independent in that area, because it's ruthless. You have to stand on your own two feet entirely. Basically it's the individual down there in the pit who has to promote himself or herself, and persevere, and learn all kinds of little things that are character-building.The average person playing squash on a social basis, or as a serious hobby, can treat the game as a mental and physical therapy and not as a matter of life or death. Although almost everyone has an inherent competitive instinct, there is not the same necessity to be successful and the enjoyment factor can and should be more overt. The game is very much the thing and winning then becomes an important part of the whole, but not the crux of the matter.But for the professional squash player - indeed, any professional sportsperson - the marvellous enjoyment derived from playing is only exceeded at the moment of triumph. That, and the moment of defeat, are the two real moments of truth: of exhilaration on the one hand and despair on the other, when one realizes that all the preparatory punishment and self-denial have or have not been enough.Jonah Barrington looks to the mental side of squash, to the talents you cannot see, but which divide the champion squash player from the also-ran. They are described alliteratively, so that you can remember them: Fire, Fitness, Fastness, Feel, Force, Fibre, Fear, Flair and Faith - the Nine Points of the Lore.And, in an extra chapter in this new edition of MURDER IN THE SQUASH COURT, Jonah Barrington re-visits his prediction in the Foreword of the 1982 edition that Jahangir Khan's victory over Geoffrey Hunt in the World Open in Toronto in November 1981 would allow the remarkable 17-year-old rival to march on to take the British Open in the following spring. Barrington records Jahangir's journey - but the gifted teenager was just commencing his journey and would take that coveted title for 10 extraordinary consecutive years. Jonah Barrington looks to the talents that divide the champion squash player from the also-ran: Fire, Fitness, Fastness, Feel, Force, Fibre, Fear, Flair and Faith. In an extra chapter, he records Jahangir Khan's journey to World Open victory over Geoffrey Hunt in Toronto, 1981, and the British Open, 1982, holding that title for the next 10 years. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Etat : new. Paperback. This booklet was written by Darren Gillen, research analyst at GillenMarkets, and is aimed at the reader who is interested in learning about the various ways to invest in property. Buying a property is a common way for retail investors to invest their savings, and this is particularly the case in Ireland. Bricks and mortar are tangible and easily understood, while the stock market appears to many to be mystifying and volatile. As is often the case in investing, misconceptions abound. Direct property investing is riskier than many assume, and property investing through the stock market is less risky than popular perceptions would have you believe. This booklet aims to give you a more nuanced understanding of property investing, the key drivers of returns and how to invest in property through the stock market. A sound plan for investing in property that mitigates the key risks is the ticket to attractive returns. We hope that this booklet serves as a reliable guide in that regard. Bricks and mortar are tangible and easily understood, while the stock market appears to many to be mystifying and volatile. But misconceptions abound. This booklet aims to give a more nuanced understanding of property investing, the key drivers of returns and how to invest in property through the stock market. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Etat : new. Paperback. This booklet was written by Darren Gillen, research analyst at GillenMarkets, and is aimed at the reader who is interested in learning about the various ways to invest in property. Buying a property is a common way for retail investors to invest their savings, and this is particularly the case in Ireland. Bricks and mortar are tangible and easily understood, while the stock market appears to many to be mystifying and volatile. As is often the case in investing, misconceptions abound. Direct property investing is riskier than many assume, and property investing through the stock market is less risky than popular perceptions would have you believe. This booklet aims to give you a more nuanced understanding of property investing, the key drivers of returns and how to invest in property through the stock market. A sound plan for investing in property that mitigates the key risks is the ticket to attractive returns. We hope that this booklet serves as a reliable guide in that regard. Bricks and mortar are tangible and easily understood, while the stock market appears to many to be mystifying and volatile. But misconceptions abound. This booklet aims to give a more nuanced understanding of property investing, the key drivers of returns and how to invest in property through the stock market. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Etat : new. Paperback. Squash is not just a game; it also builds independence. As with any sport approached properly and with concentration, one has to be independent in that area, because it's ruthless. You have to stand on your own two feet entirely. Basically it's the individual down there in the pit who has to promote himself or herself, and persevere, and learn all kinds of little things that are character-building.The average person playing squash on a social basis, or as a serious hobby, can treat the game as a mental and physical therapy and not as a matter of life or death. Although almost everyone has an inherent competitive instinct, there is not the same necessity to be successful and the enjoyment factor can and should be more overt. The game is very much the thing and winning then becomes an important part of the whole, but not the crux of the matter.But for the professional squash player - indeed, any professional sportsperson - the marvellous enjoyment derived from playing is only exceeded at the moment of triumph. That, and the moment of defeat, are the two real moments of truth: of exhilaration on the one hand and despair on the other, when one realizes that all the preparatory punishment and self-denial have or have not been enough.Jonah Barrington looks to the mental side of squash, to the talents you cannot see, but which divide the champion squash player from the also-ran. They are described alliteratively, so that you can remember them: Fire, Fitness, Fastness, Feel, Force, Fibre, Fear, Flair and Faith - the Nine Points of the Lore.And, in an extra chapter in this new edition of MURDER IN THE SQUASH COURT, Jonah Barrington re-visits his prediction in the Foreword of the 1982 edition that Jahangir Khan's victory over Geoffrey Hunt in the World Open in Toronto in November 1981 would allow the remarkable 17-year-old rival to march on to take the British Open in the following spring. Barrington records Jahangir's journey - but the gifted teenager was just commencing his journey and would take that coveted title for 10 extraordinary consecutive years. Jonah Barrington looks to the talents that divide the champion squash player from the also-ran: Fire, Fitness, Fastness, Feel, Force, Fibre, Fear, Flair and Faith. In an extra chapter, he records Jahangir Khan's journey to World Open victory over Geoffrey Hunt in Toronto, 1981, and the British Open, 1982, holding that title for the next 10 years. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Etat : new. Paperback. Squash is not just a game; it also builds independence. As with any sport approached properly and with concentration, one has to be independent in that area, because it's ruthless. You have to stand on your own two feet entirely. Basically it's the individual down there in the pit who has to promote himself or herself, and persevere, and learn all kinds of little things that are character-building.The average person playing squash on a social basis, or as a serious hobby, can treat the game as a mental and physical therapy and not as a matter of life or death. Although almost everyone has an inherent competitive instinct, there is not the same necessity to be successful and the enjoyment factor can and should be more overt. The game is very much the thing and winning then becomes an important part of the whole, but not the crux of the matter.But for the professional squash player - indeed, any professional sportsperson - the marvellous enjoyment derived from playing is only exceeded at the moment of triumph. That, and the moment of defeat, are the two real moments of truth: of exhilaration on the one hand and despair on the other, when one realizes that all the preparatory punishment and self-denial have or have not been enough.Jonah Barrington looks to the mental side of squash, to the talents you cannot see, but which divide the champion squash player from the also-ran. They are described alliteratively, so that you can remember them: Fire, Fitness, Fastness, Feel, Force, Fibre, Fear, Flair and Faith - the Nine Points of the Lore.And, in an extra chapter in this new edition of MURDER IN THE SQUASH COURT, Jonah Barrington re-visits his prediction in the Foreword of the 1982 edition that Jahangir Khan's victory over Geoffrey Hunt in the World Open in Toronto in November 1981 would allow the remarkable 17-year-old rival to march on to take the British Open in the following spring. Barrington records Jahangir's journey - but the gifted teenager was just commencing his journey and would take that coveted title for 10 extraordinary consecutive years. Jonah Barrington looks to the talents that divide the champion squash player from the also-ran: Fire, Fitness, Fastness, Feel, Force, Fibre, Fear, Flair and Faith. In an extra chapter, he records Jahangir Khan's journey to World Open victory over Geoffrey Hunt in Toronto, 1981, and the British Open, 1982, holding that title for the next 10 years. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Etat : new. Paperback. SUPER PROJECTS is a book for CEOs, CFOs, COOs and others to reignite their enthusiasm and passion regarding strategy, change and innovation.In an increasingly complex and fast-changing world, the ultimate source of competitive advantage rests not just in the strategy, but in the ability to bring it to life - to successfully deliver on the organization's biggest projects and initiatives: its Super Projects.Super Projects are about strategic leadership, change and innovation. They are the vehicle for change and innovation. Ultimately, Super Project success is measured in terms of business impact and organizational success. This link to the success of the organization and its strategy is why CEOs, C-suite executives and board members care about Super Projects. And behind every Super Project, there are superheroes, indeed teams of superheroes, who are at the forefront of change and transformation - shaping it not just through strategy and vision, but through action too. This book is a celebration of the organization's new action heroes, their passion, dedication and skill. SUPER PROJECTS is a book for CEOs, CFOs, COOs and others to reignite their enthusiasm and passion regarding strategy, change and innovation. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Etat : new. Paperback. Have you ever felt stuck, overlooked, or unsure of how to climb the career ladder?If so, you are not alone.Too many people play the career game with the wrong rulebook, unaware of the real strategies that are needed for career success and promotion. Instead, they job-hop in the futile search for the elusive magic path, or they simply stay stuck.In Propelling Yourself to the Top, leadership expert and Executive Coach Brendan Foley shares the B.R.A.V.E. system - a powerful proven 5-step approach that can help you unlock your potential and rise to the top.Whether you're aiming for your next promotion or seeking greater purpose in your career, Propelling Yourself to the Top will show you how to chart a winning course through your organisation. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Etat : new. Paperback. To mark the 2025 International Year of Cooperatives, Volume Two of HumanityatWork&Life will be "Mondragon in the World"-centric.Mondragon has earned the performance right both in this century and the previous one to be considered as the world's premier, solidarity values-driven, regenerative, 'living laboratory' model and prototyping socioeconomic platform rebuilding from wartime rubble to shared prosperity. There is no other industrial cooperative and social economy ecosystem on Planet Earth to match Mondragon's effective 70-year track record. This model is eclectically and globally exportable as shown in "HumanityatWork&Life" (Oak Tree Press, 2023). Mondragon values leading to mutualist-driven successes prove there is an operational imperative to sustain healing development and inclusive progress in the face of surging global polycrisis chaos. The dire global need for regional and municipal reconstruction blueprints that include Mondragon-inspired ecosystem best practices is greater than ever. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.…