Download or read book Deciding Together written by Jonathan D. Moreno and published by Oxford University Press, USA. This book was released on 1995 with total page 200 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Written by a medical school professor trained in philosophy, this timely work tackles these questions from philosophical, historical, and social scientific standpoints. It begins by describing the traditional ambivalence about consensus in Western culture as well as the uncertain relationship in modernity between consensus and expertise. After outlining the current bioethical consensus, the book gives philosophical and political analyses of the idea of consensus, then assesses the role of consensus in national ethics commissions and in the ethics committee movement. Moreno constructs an original, naturalistic philosophy of moral consensus, referred to as "bioethical naturalism", and then applies sociology and social psychology to actual consensus processes. The book concludes with an account of bioethics as a consensus-oriented social reform movement.

Download or read book Increasing Your Influence at Work All in One For Dummies written by Christina Tangora Schlachter and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2018-06-07 with total page 592 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Get ahead in the workplace by influencing others Influence is a timeless topic for business leaders and others in positions of power, but the world has evolved to the point where everyone needs these skills. No matter your job, role, rank, or function, if you want to get things done you need to know how to influence up, down, across, and outside the organization. Increasing Your Influence at Work All-in-One For Dummies shows you how to contribute more fully to important decisions, resolve conflicts more easily, lead and manage more effectively, and much more. Plus, you'll discover how to develop the most important attributes necessary for influence—trustworthiness, reliability, and assertiveness—and find out how to move beyond. Includes easy-to-apply information for influencing managers, peers, and subordinates Shows you how to build trust with your co-workers and cultivate reliability through consistency and being personal Illustrates how influencing others in the office helps you enjoy a greater measure of control over your work life Helps you advance your career more rapidly than others No matter who you are, where you work, or what your professional goals are, achieving more influence in the workplace is critical for success.

Download or read book Critical Conversations For Dummies written by Christina Tangora Schlachter and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2013-03-05 with total page 341 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The easy way to communicate best when it matters most Most people are aware of the importance of handling critical conversations well. However, when it comes down to actually being in a difficult situation that calls for key communication skills, many do not know how to practically apply their own thoughts. Critical Conversations For Dummies is a step-by-step reference for the variety of crucial conversations life presents in the workforce. It's packed with strategies for preparing for high-stakes situations; being persuasive (not abrasive); knowing the value of assertive communication; resolving failed promises and missed deadlines; maintaining morale when firing staff; getting new employees off on the right foot; managing staff relations and strengthening team relationships; understanding audience needs and motivations to get positive results; altering confrontational language to cooperative language during difficult conversations; and building relationships in the face of conflict. Improve communication skills in crucial conversations Avoid common pitfalls and emotional tendencies Discover the benefits of success in crucial conversations This book is especially relevant to the hundreds of thousands of leaders who are tasked with multiple duties, whether addressing complex problems from stakeholders or achieving exceptional results from staff.

Download or read book Togetherness written by Wil Lake and published by WestBow Press. This book was released on 2016-09-09 with total page 212 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ketchup and mustard. Salt and pepper. Mickey and Minnie. Peanut Butter and Jelly. Milk and cookies. Things were meant to be together. God made it that way. He made us that way. This book is written to a specific part of your togetherness experience. The most intimate and enduring relationship you have on earth. The person you are married to. Your husband. Your wife. Your covenant partner. The one, whom you held their hand, looked in their eyes and made a covenant of commitment in front of God and witnesses. “Until death do us part”. This book will provide you with practical principles on Coming Together, Talking Together, Deciding Together, Fighting Together, Sleeping Together, Parenting Together and Staying Together. After you finish reading Togetherness, you’ll experience more love for each other then you could imagine. Together. Togetherness - that deep sense of being united, close and inseparable - is what every married couple longs to enjoy. And if you’re looking for a means to this kind of intimacy, you’ve found the right book. Wil Lake reveals the secrets to sweet communion as a couple. Don’t miss out on his message. – Drs. Les & Leslie Parrott #1 New York Times best-selling authors of Saving Your Marriage Before It Starts No one lives togetherness in marriage like the Lakes. Chelsea and I would consider this couple one of our heroes and are we so excited they are sharing their marriage secrets with us. They have modeled this principle of living better together and practicing unity through the seasons of their marriage with care and fruitfulness. This book is real, practical guidance from the Lakes as they share some insightful help and tools to master togetherness in key areas of your marriage. – Judah Smith, Lead Pastor - The City Church, Seattle WA NY Times best-selling author of Jesus Is _____

Download or read book Criminal and Social Justice written by Dee Cook and published by Pine Forge Press. This book was released on 2006-03-22 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: ·· See Sample Chapters & Resources to download the Introduction to Criminal and Social Justice ·· `Dee Cook's new book is important, innovative and invigorating. It brings together two spheres - criminal justice and social justice - which are usually, but as she persuades us, unjustifiably kept separate intellectually and in policy and practice. Dee Cook makes a powerful case for the inter-connectedness of penal policy and social policy, bringing together concepts from the two spheres such as social exclusion, citizenship, and human rights. Her innovative approach brings insightful theoretical analysis together with two extended case studies - differential treatment of tax fraud and benefit fraud, and the "third way" politics of New Labour. This book will make it much more difficult for students, policy-makers and criminal justice practitioners to ignore the social context in which penal policy evolves and is implemented' - Professor Barbara Hudson, University of Central Lancashire `This is an accessible and lively critical account of the inter-relationship between social and criminal justice in New Labour Britain. It should engage students on a range of programmes, particularly social policy, criminology and sociology' - Ruth Lister, Professor of Social Policy, Loughborough University `A cogent demonstration that criminal justice cannot be achieved in the absence of social justice. There is a blistering but thoroughly informed critique of New Labour's failure to narrow this "justice gap". Let's hope the carefully reasoned but impassioned arguments about how to get really tough on the causes of crime and injustice get the attention they deserve' - Robert Reiner, Professor of Criminology, London School of Economics and Political Science Criminal and Social Justice provides an important insight into the relationship between social inequality, crime and criminalisation. In this accessible and innovative account, Dee Cook examines the nature of the relationship between criminal and social justice - both in theory and in practice. Current social, economic, political and cultural considerations are brought to bear, and contemporary examples are used throughout to help the student to consider this relationship. The book is essential reading for students and researchers in criminology, social policy, social work and sociology. It is also relevant to practitioners in statutory, voluntary and community sector organisations.

Download or read book The Baby Decision written by Merle Bombardieri and published by . This book was released on 2016 with total page 335 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Are you having trouble deciding whether or not to become a parent? Are you under pressure from family and friends? Unsettled by feelings of guilt or ambivalence? Unsure whether you will regret your decision in later years? The Baby Decision offers a clear path to finding the answers to all of these questions"--Back cover.

Download or read book Beyond Individual Choice written by Michael Bacharach and published by Princeton University Press. This book was released on 2018-06-05 with total page 241 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Game theory is central to modern understandings of how people deal with problems of coordination and cooperation. Yet, ironically, it cannot give a straightforward explanation of some of the simplest forms of human coordination and cooperation--most famously, that people can use the apparently arbitrary features of "focal points" to solve coordination problems, and that people sometimes cooperate in "prisoner's dilemmas." Addressing a wide readership of economists, sociologists, psychologists, and philosophers, Michael Bacharach here proposes a revision of game theory that resolves these long-standing problems. In the classical tradition of game theory, Bacharach models human beings as rational actors, but he revises the standard definition of rationality to incorporate two major new ideas. He enlarges the model of a game so that it includes the ways agents describe to themselves (or "frame") their decision problems. And he allows the possibility that people reason as members of groups (or "teams"), each taking herself to have reason to perform her component of the combination of actions that best achieves the group's common goal. Bacharach shows that certain tendencies for individuals to engage in team reasoning are consistent with recent findings in social psychology and evolutionary biology. As the culmination of Bacharach's long-standing program of pathbreaking work on the foundations of game theory, this book has been eagerly awaited. Following Bacharach's premature death, Natalie Gold and Robert Sugden edited the unfinished work and added two substantial chapters that allow the book to be read as a coherent whole.

Download or read book We Believe written by Ann Fields and published by Unitarian Universalist Association of Congregations. This book was released on 1998 with total page 244 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Joint Commitment written by Margaret Gilbert and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 2015-05 with total page 464 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This new essay collection by distinguished philosopher Margaret Gilbert provides a richly textured argument for the importance of joint commitment in our personal and public lives. Topics covered by this diverse range of essays range from marital love to patriotism, from promissory obligation to the unity of the European Union.

Download or read book Women Men Work and Family in Europe written by R. Crompton and published by Springer. This book was released on 2007-04-11 with total page 272 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Social changes including an increase in dual-earner families, declining fertility, and growing problems of work-life 'balance' are underway as more women, particularly mothers, enter and remain in paid employment. The authors explore this in a number of European countries (Britain, France, The Netherlands, Finland, Norway, Sweden and Portugal).

Download or read book Romantic Agency written by Luke Brunning and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2024-04-24 with total page 151 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is a book for people energized by the possibilities of modern intimacy, but who feel unsure about their own romantic lives. Alternative lifestyles such as nonmonogamy, while liberating in theory, can feel remote in practice, as we are fixed in place by insecurities and social pressures. In Romantic Agency, philosopher Luke Brunning encourages readers to think more deeply about what it means for relationships to not only work, but flourish. Guided by the thought that our abilities to be intimate cannot be taken for granted, he argues that our romantic agency is fragile and best cultivated alongside other people. Together we can become more realistic, balance playfulness with integrity, and value each other’s flourishing. Anyone can benefit from this exploration of intimate life, regardless of their relationship status or romantic ideals. Compelling and timely, Romantic Agency is a groundbreaking account of love and relationships.

Download or read book Group Decision Making written by Thomas L. Saaty and published by RWS Publications. This book was released on 2013-11-15 with total page 465 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When a group makes a decision, that decision carries a lot more weight than when just one person does it. Think of the founding fathers of the American constitution and how much power and influence their ideas have had in the entire world for more than two hundred years. Also think of gravity, a universal force brought about by an enormous number of minute particles that band together to make a universal law. Together, they create a massive force, a law of nature; alone they can barely be noticed. That is how our minds work by deciding together to create a power that transcends our individuality. Group decision making is a gift and an opportunity to create greater influence through the working together of many minds. This book shows how to use the Analytic Hierarchy Process for hierarchical decision making and the Analytic Network Process for decision making in networks with dependence and feedback in group decision making. Part I discusses the group and the decision and shows the importance of using a structured process, particularly for those high value decisions involving many powerful parties with different interests. It discusses how to facilitate a group decision, combine individual judgments and smooth differences to arrive at a decision that everyone can live with and get behind. Part II discusses the group in planning and how to draw out differences. Part III is about conflict resolution and Part IV is about how to address significant issues that come up in group decision making and shows that it is possible to construct an overall group preference.

Download or read book Ask me why Using vignettes to understand patterns of intrahousehold decision making in rural Senegal written by Bernard, Tanguy and published by Intl Food Policy Res Inst. This book was released on 2018-12-21 with total page 55 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: We study decision-making in dairy farming households in Senegal and investigate respondents’ perceptions of why a particular person made the decision. Using vignettes, we ask respondents how similar they are to five types of households. We analyze how the identity of the decision-maker and the rationale for decision-making are related to milk production, hemoglobin levels among children, and satisfaction with decisions. We find that while male dictators achieve better outcomes than most decision-making structures, households in which husbands (wives) decide because they are most informed produce more milk than households in which husbands (wives) decide because they are dictators.

Download or read book Community based Research with Vulnerable Populations written by Lesley Wood and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2022-01-01 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book advocates for community-based research with vulnerable populations within the field of higher education. The chapters outline how research can democratize knowledge generation to make it more accessible and socially relevant, and emphasizes the value of the lived and experiential knowledge of vulnerable and marginalized populations. Rooted in a critique of the current practices of higher education that fail to support participatory and transformative research, the research is structured at micro, macro and meso levels to ultimately emancipate colonized thinking of stakeholders about power, privilege and participation. Focusing primarily on various contexts within the Global South, the contributors argue that the time is ripe for community-based research which combines the theoretical knowledge of the academy with the local, experiential knowledge of those experiencing the consequences of social inequality to co-construct knowledge for change.

Download or read book Why Women Prefer to Wipe and Men to Vacuum written by Sophie Patel and published by eBookIt.com. This book was released on 2024-03-07 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discover the Secrets to Making Housework a Shared Joy Embark on a delightful journey through the overlooked humour and camaraderie found in the most mundane of tasks--housework. "Why Women Prefer to Wipe and Men to Vacuum: Together Making Housework More Fun" is a unique exploration into how couples can transform their cleaning duties from a source of contention into an opportunity for connection and laughter. With an engaging blend of historical insights, scientific revelations, and a generous dose of wit, this book delves into the gendered preferences in housekeeping and how they have evolved. From the therapeutic effects of vacuuming to the art behind wiping techniques, understand the subtle intricacies that make housework a fascinating world of its own. Discover innovative ways to gamify chores through personalised chore charts, and the secret to maintaining clean communication without the hassle. Experience the pure joy of a housework dance-off and find shared happiness in decluttering as a duo. Through a clever mix of practical advice and humorous anecdotes, learn how to navigate the dirty sock debates and see the beauty in embracing imperfection together. Whether you're a couple struggling to divide chores fairly, looking to inject some fun into your routine, or simply curious about the curious dynamics of domestic tasks, this book will offer a fresh perspective. Learn how the couple that cleans together, stays together, with expert tips on building a stronger relationship through shared household responsibilities. "Why Women Prefer to Wipe and Men to Vacuum" isn't just a book; it's a revolution in the way we perceive and undertake housework. It's an invitation to couples everywhere to join forces, equipped with mops and vacuums, laughter and love, turning the tide on tedious tasks and creating a tidier, more joyful living space together. Step into a world where housework becomes a canvas for creativity, teamwork, and affection. After all, it's not just about keeping your home clean; it's about strengthening your bond and making every moment count. Let this book be your guide to transforming chores into cherished moments, and discover the magic that lies in working hand in hand with your partner. Make room in your heart (and your home) for a little more fun today!

Download or read book Developing Programmes for Adult Learners in Africa written by M. L. S. Gboku and published by Pearson South Africa. This book was released on 2007 with total page 220 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book identifies quantitative, qualitative and multi-method approaches, and is based upon existing research methods teaching in Africa. It is grounded in African adult education contexts and draws on material and experiences from research courses taught in African universities. It emphasises the importance of combining quantitative methods with qualitative research that is embedded in adult education contexts and that builds on indigenous knowledge. Examples of the contexts addressed in the book include: village communities, agriculture development workers, literacy and income generation projects, community policing strategies, brigades, vocational training centres, mass health awareness campaigns such as HIV/AIDS, work-based education and training, management development, needs analyses, and the training of adult education trainers.

Download or read book Deciding to Decide written by H. W. Perry and published by Harvard University Press. This book was released on 2009-06-01 with total page 332 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Of the nearly five thousand cases presented to the Supreme Court each year, less than 5 percent are granted review. How the Court sets its agenda, therefore, is perhaps as important as how it decides cases. H. W. Perry, Jr., takes the first hard look at the internal workings of the Supreme Court, illuminating its agenda-setting policies, procedures, and priorities as never before. He conveys a wealth of new information in clear prose and integrates insights he gathered in unprecedented interviews with five justices. For this unique study Perry also interviewed four U.S. solicitors general, several deputy solicitors general, seven judges on the D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals, and sixty-four former Supreme Court law clerks. The clerks and justices spoke frankly with Perry, and his skillful analysis of their responses is the mainspring of this book. His engaging report demystifies the Court, bringing it vividly to life for general readers--as well as political scientists and a wide spectrum of readers throughout the legal profession. Perry not only provides previously unpublished information on how the Court operates but also gives us a new way of thinking about the institution. Among his contributions is a decision-making model that is more convincing and persuasive than the standard model for explaining judicial behavior.