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The disruptive moment in which we find ourselves living demands that we are our own agents of change. The Seven Games of Leadership is a guide for readers through seven key phases of personal and professional development, with the aim not of climbing a corporate ladder but of finding true and lasting satisfaction in what they do.

A clear explanation of the art of negotiation, with practical advice on how to prepare, how to keep cool under pressure, and how body language can be used to your advantage.All of us negotiate every day in different ways - whether that's in a work setting, using professional partners, or even at home. But for many people it's a nerve-wracking experience that leaves them feeling awkward, tongue-tied and at a disadvantage. This book will explain the dynamics of a successful negotiation, allowing…

For all professionals, knowledge of the key elements of high-quality leadership is vital, whether they are existing managers, taking on additional managerial responsibilities, or looking ahead to their career goals. This base of knowledge stretches from the individual – leading yourself – to the group, leading teams and even entire organizations.

Rich Dad Poor Dad is Robert's story of growing up with two dads — his real father and the father of his best friend, his rich dad — and the ways in which both men shaped his thoughts about money and investing. The book explodes the myth that you need to earn a high income to be rich and explains the difference between working for money and having your money work for you.

Packed with flow diagrams, infographics, pull-out features and handy timelines, this book makes learning the subject easier than ever. It covers the whole breadth of the subject at degree level, covering market equilibrium, economic policy, comparative development and more. It also includes profiles of prominent economists, including Adam Smith, John Maynard Keynes and Einor Ostrom, and the contributions they have made to economic theory. By the time you finish this book, you will be able to…

Explore the fascinating world of Economics through its 50 essential ideas, brought to life with vivid, full-colour graphics, illuminating diagrams, and engaging feature boxes in this highly-visual hardback guide. How do labor markets work? Is it better to aim for inflation or full employment? How can developing countries escape the poverty trap? In this accessible and entertaining guide, readers can explore the key questions and theories that top economists have sought to answer, and gain…

Many of us assume that the more successful we are, the less susceptible we become to the sense of professional and social irrelevance that often accompanies aging. But the truth is, the greater our achievements and our attachment to them, the more we notice our decline, and the more painful it is when it occurs.