Download or read book Emerging Stronger from the Crisis written by and published by World Bank Publications. This book was released on 2010 with total page 96 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Provide an update on the sharp, surprising and welcome rebound in economic activity in East Asia and Pacific, and policies needed to transform the rebound into recovery.
Download or read book Fit for Growth written by Vinay Couto and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2017-01-10 with total page 296 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A practical approach to business transformation Fit for Growth* is a unique approach to business transformation that explicitly connects growth strategy with cost management and organization restructuring. Drawing on 70-plus years of strategy consulting experience and in-depth research, the experts at PwC’s Strategy& lay out a winning framework that helps CEOs and senior executives transform their organizations for sustainable, profitable growth. This approach gives structure to strategy while promoting lasting change. Examples from Strategy&’s hundreds of clients illustrate successful transformation on the ground, and illuminate how senior and middle managers are able to take ownership and even thrive during difficult periods of transition. Throughout the Fit for Growth process, the focus is on maintaining consistent high-value performance while enabling fundamental change. Strategy& has helped major clients around the globe achieve significant and sustained results with its research-backed approach to restructuring and cost reduction. This book provides practical guidance for leveraging that expertise to make the choices that allow companies to: Achieve growth while reducing costs Manage transformation and transition productively Create lasting competitive advantage Deliver reliable, high-value performance Sustainable success is founded on efficiency and high performance. Companies are always looking to do more with less, but their efforts often work against them in the long run. Total business transformation requires total buy-in, and it entails a series of decisions that must not be made lightly. The Fit for Growth approach provides a clear strategy and practical framework for growth-oriented change, with expert guidance on getting it right. *Fit for Growth is a registered service mark of PwC Strategy& Inc. in the United States
Download or read book Combating A Crisis The Psychology Of Singapore s Response To Covid 19 written by David Chan and published by World Scientific. This book was released on 2020-07-28 with total page 200 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The COVID-19 pandemic has caused, and will continue to cause, great disruptions to lives, livelihoods, ways of life, and quality of life. We will need to learn to live with the coronavirus for a long time, even as we combat the coronavirus crisis collectively and fight our own daily battles individually. This book examines Singapore's reaction and response to the coronavirus and draws lessons for crisis management, psychological preparedness, and adaptability.Consisting of 12 chapters, the book is organized into three parts. Part 1 elaborates on the context of the coronavirus crisis and discusses human reactions to the outbreak and the key adaptation challenges that people faced. Part 2 discusses Singapore's leadership and public responses, focusing on negative emotions, social responsibility, adoption of new technology for contact tracing, and the handling of the outbreak among migrant workers at the dormitories. Part 3 addresses issues of psychological preparedness amid the evolving COVID-19 situation, in terms of adapting to post-pandemic realities, enabling positive attitudes and experiences, building psychological capital, and learning to work together to emerge stronger and better from the coronavirus crisis.
Download or read book Living through Crises written by Rasmus Heltberg and published by World Bank Publications. This book was released on 2012-04-01 with total page 307 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book brings together qualitative studies conducted during 2008-11 in communities in sixteen countries, with eight case studies that illustrate how people in specific localities were impacted by global shocks and what coping mechanisms they used.
Download or read book The Financial Crisis Inquiry Report written by Financial Crisis Inquiry Commission and published by Cosimo, Inc.. This book was released on 2011-05-01 with total page 692 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Financial Crisis Inquiry Report, published by the U.S. Government and the Financial Crisis Inquiry Commission in early 2011, is the official government report on the United States financial collapse and the review of major financial institutions that bankrupted and failed, or would have without help from the government. The commission and the report were implemented after Congress passed an act in 2009 to review and prevent fraudulent activity. The report details, among other things, the periods before, during, and after the crisis, what led up to it, and analyses of subprime mortgage lending, credit expansion and banking policies, the collapse of companies like Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, and the federal bailouts of Lehman and AIG. It also discusses the aftermath of the fallout and our current state. This report should be of interest to anyone concerned about the financial situation in the U.S. and around the world.THE FINANCIAL CRISIS INQUIRY COMMISSION is an independent, bi-partisan, government-appointed panel of 10 people that was created to "examine the causes, domestic and global, of the current financial and economic crisis in the United States." It was established as part of the Fraud Enforcement and Recovery Act of 2009. The commission consisted of private citizens with expertise in economics and finance, banking, housing, market regulation, and consumer protection. They examined and reported on "the collapse of major financial institutions that failed or would have failed if not for exceptional assistance from the government."News Dissector DANNY SCHECHTER is a journalist, blogger and filmmaker. He has been reporting on economic crises since the 1980's when he was with ABC News. His film In Debt We Trust warned of the economic meltdown in 2006. He has since written three books on the subject including Plunder: Investigating Our Economic Calamity (Cosimo Books, 2008), and The Crime Of Our Time: Why Wall Street Is Not Too Big to Jail (Disinfo Books, 2011), a companion to his latest film Plunder The Crime Of Our Time. He can be reached online at www.newsdissector.com.
Download or read book Why Some Companies Emerge Stronger and Better from a Crisis written by Ian I. Mitroff and published by AMACOM/American Management Association. This book was released on 2005 with total page 264 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An authority in crisis management outlines seven distinct competencies an organization needs to handle crises effectively in order to come through the event with strength and confidence.
Download or read book A Decade after the Global Recession written by M. Ayhan Kose and published by World Bank Publications. This book was released on 2021-03-19 with total page 475 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This year marks the tenth anniversary of the 2009 global recession. Most emerging market and developing economies weathered the global recession relatively well, in part by using the sizable fiscal and monetary policy ammunition accumulated during prior years of strong growth. However, their growth prospects have weakened since then, and many now have less policy space. This study provides the first comprehensive stocktaking of the past decade from the perspective of emerging market and developing economies. Many of these economies have now become more vulnerable to economic shocks. The study discusses lessons from the global recession and policy options for these economies to strengthen growth and prepare for the possibility of another global downturn.
Download or read book Democracy in a Pandemic written by Graham Smith and published by University of Westminster Press. This book was released on 2021-07-12 with total page 200 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Covid-19 has highlighted limitations in our democratic politics – but also lessons for how to deepen our democracy and more effectively respond to future crises. In the face of an emergency, the working assumption all too often is that only a centralised, top-down response is possible. This book exposes the weakness of this assumption, making the case for deeper participation and deliberation in times of crises. During the pandemic, mutual aid and self-help groups have realised unmet needs. And forward-thinking organisations have shown that listening to and working with diverse social groups leads to more inclusive outcomes. Participation and deliberation are not just possible in an emergency. They are valuable, perhaps even indispensable. This book draws together a diverse range of voices of activists, practitioners, policy makers, researchers and writers. Together they make visible the critical role played by participation and deliberation during the pandemic and make the case for enhanced engagement during and beyond emergency contexts. Another, more democratic world can be realised in the face of a crisis. The contributors to this book offer us meaningful insights into what this could look like.
Download or read book Empowered written by Barrett Williams and published by Barrett Williams. This book was released on 2024-04-22 with total page 119 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Are you prepared to face the unknown? To steer your family through storms unscathed and emerge not just unbroken but stronger? "Empowered" is the ultimate guide to transforming your family into a resilient, cohesive unit, flawlessly prepared for the spectrum of crises that life might throw your way. Confront the unexpected with confidence, armed with practical strategies, essential skills, and invaluable knowledge that will ensure you not only survive but thrive in the face of adversity. Nestled within these chapters lies the wisdom to understand the intricate dynamics of crisis situations. Learn to identify potential emergencies—from financial turbulence to health scares—and cultivate emotional readiness to combat stress and maintain clear communication even under high pressure. Witness the transformation as your household becomes a fortified refuge. Create a personalized family emergency plan, ensure financial resilience, and understand the steps to safeguard mental and physical well-being in dire times. Discover pillar by pillar, from the foundation of emotional intelligence to the pinnacle of tactical execution, how to erect an indestructible framework for crisis preparedness. Dive deep into the nitty-gritty of preparing for natural disasters, cybersecurity threats, unexpected unemployment, and navigating the complex terrains of family relationships during high-stress periods. This guide delves into the importance of household organization, the role of education in crisis prevention, and fostering leadership within the family, gearing you up for a robust recovery post-crisis. Uncover the secrets of community-based solutions, drawing strength from alliances and local resources to create powerful support systems that amplify your preparedness. Adapt to environmental hazards, integrate long-term planning, and utilize technology to streamline your crisis management. Bringing peace of mind to the families, "Empowered" closes the loop with special considerations—caring for pets, addressing the needs of family members with disabilities, and providing psychological first aid to ensure long-term well-being. Embark on this journey to empower your family, bracing for the future with poise and assurance. Gain the knowledge, build the plan, and secure the tools to protect what's most precious. Your family's safety and peace are one step away. The path to empowerment starts here.
Download or read book Forged in Crisis written by Nancy F. Koehn and published by Portfolio. This book was released on 2014 with total page 304 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: How do you lead frightened people forward to success despite overwhelming odds? Ernest Shackleton should have gone down in history as a failed leader when his 1912 expedition to Antarctica took a dangerous turn. But despite a series of setbacks that left him and his men in life-threatening circumstances, he managed to keep his team moving forward so that they returned home safely. His story is a lesson in staying motivated and reassessing your goals in the wake of failure. In Forged in Crisis, Harvard Business School professor and historian Nancy Koehn looks at the lives of five exceptional leaders and reveals how they made the tough choices that allowed them to persevere. She examines the inspiring stories of Ernest Shackleton, Abraham Lincoln, environmentalist Rachel Carson, former slave and abolitionist Frederick Douglass, and German Resistance activist Dietrich Bonhoeffer. These extraordinary leaders displayed stunning abilities to exert lasting influence despite turbulence, disruption, and personalities that may have masked their abilities. By examining their individual values, strategies, and trade-offs, she extracts powerful lessons in what it takes to lead and triumph in the face of a crisis.
Download or read book Handbook of Emerging Economies written by Robert E. Looney and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2014-03-21 with total page 858 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A major new volume in the Routledge International Handbooks series analysing emerging and newly emerged economies, including the BRICS countries (Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa) and other likely (Turkey, Indonesia, Mexico, and South Korea) as well as possible (Vietnam, The Philippines, Nigeria, Pakistan, Egypt, Colombia and Argentina) candidates for emerging economy status. Chapters on theories surrounding emerging markets (including the Beijing/Washington Consensus debate) offer an overview of current issues in development economics, in addition to providing an integrated framework for the country case studies. Written by experts, this handbook will be invaluable to academics and students of economics and emerging economies, as well as to business people and researchers seeking information on economic development and the accelerating pace of globalization.
Download or read book Made in Crises written by Qaiser Abbas and published by Balboa Press. This book was released on 2020-11-29 with total page 171 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In Chinese, the character for the word crisis is made up of two symbols, , danger and opportunity. A crisis is an ultimate test a leader can endure as while it swiftly reveals a leader’s capabilities and strengths; it can also expose the underlying weak spots. The unpredictable, dramatic, and highly charged events surrounding a crisis can profoundly affect the people in an organisation and threaten its very existence. A crisis is a condition of instability in social, economic, political, or international affairs, leading to a decisive change. Most of us are ordinary people until a crisis finds us. It is an interesting study of how various crises inspired great leadership icons and how these symbols of prominence stirred a distinct set of events. Crises bring with them opportunities for the leaders to stretch, embrace, and evolve new behaviors, solutions, and attitudes. Like every seriously committed business leaders of today, if you too are overwhelmed what the world experienced in 2020 in the form of Coronavirus pandemic and searching for a new growth trail for your company and have not yet traced out a trajectory towards it, this book is our gift to you. This ‘mother of crises,’ caused a series of unthinkable events; millions got infected in the first world, hundreds of thousands died in the most advanced clinical setting, thousands of billions were lost in the bloodbath in the stock market, capitalism embraced socialism, and nuclear-armed global economies shuddered like a house of cards in the face of the pandemic. And mighty leaders, business and political, crumbled like Icarus, the son of the master craftsman Daedalus, whose waxen wings melted when he flew too close to the sun.
Download or read book Juggernaut written by Uri B. Dadush and published by Carnegie Endowment. This book was released on 2011 with total page 274 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In Juggernaut, Uri Dadush and William Shaw explore the major trends associated with the rise of developing countries, including increased manufacturing, expansion in world trade, and, ultimately, improved living and working conditions, as well as the broad challenges those trends pose.
Download or read book Seven Lessons for Leading in Crisis written by Bill George and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2009-08-24 with total page 166 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: One of the country's most trusted leaders offers time-tested and real world advice for leading in economic hard times From business giant Bill George, the acclaimed author of Wall Street Journal's bestseller True North, comes the just-in-time guide for anyone in a leadership position facing today's unprecedented economic challenges. The former CEO of Medtronic draws from his own in-the-trenches experience and lessons from leaders (representing an array of companies) who have weathered tough economic storms. With straight talk and clear directions, George shows leaders specifically what they must do to become strong leaders and survive any crisis. His seven lessons include: Face Reality, Starting with Yourself; Never Waste a Good Crisis; and Be Aggressive: This is Your Best Chance to Win in the Market. Seven Lesson for Leading in Crisis is a survival kit for anyone in a leadership position. A concise handbook for applying proven leadership lessons in tough times Written by Bill George one of America's most trusted business leaders and author of True North and Authentic Leadership Offers realistic actions leaders can take to put their companies on the right long-term path Seven Lesson for Leading in Crisis gives leaders a solid strategy for staying the course.
Download or read book Didactic Strategies and Resources for Innovative Geography Teaching written by García de la Vega, Alfonso and published by IGI Global. This book was released on 2022-06-10 with total page 347 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Education has undergone a series of changes based on the new technologies, strategies, and best practices that have been developed in recent years. Specifically, the way various subjects are taught has developed considerably as education turns toward a more digital approach. Geography education is no different and has had to adjust to these innovative practices in order to provide students with the best possible curricula. Didactic Strategies and Resources for Innovative Geography Teaching presents educational strategies and resources to promote cross-disciplinary approaches to teaching geographic knowledge and skills. The book also discusses how geography education boosts essential cognitive and attitudinal processes in personal development, fosters critical thinking, and builds a society committed to its environment. Covering key topics such as mobile learning, natural learning environments, and geographic information systems, this reference work is ideal for teachers, geographers, researchers, scholars, academicians, practitioners, instructors, and students.
Download or read book Building the Strong written by Barrett Williams and published by Barrett Williams. This book was released on 2024-05-01 with total page 112 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: **Discover the Power Within Unveil the Secrets of Unbreakable Strength with "Building the Strong"** Embark on the definitive journey towards mastering resilience with "Building the Strong," an essential guide for anyone seeking to fortify their life against all odds. Dive deeply into this meticulously crafted volume that serves as your personal architect in constructing a robust foundation of strength that endures through life's most turbulent storms. In "Building the Strong," you will begin by laying down the bedrock in **Chapter 1 The Foundations of Strength,** exploring the multifaceted nature of resilience, the components that bolster collective fortitude, and the paradoxical role of adversity in personal and societal growth. Progress into **Chapter 2**, where you navigate the landscapes of **Individual Resilience The Inner Fortress,** learning transformative personal mindset shifts, the cultivation of mental toughness, and the sophisticated mechanisms that weave the fabric of emotional resilience. As you advance through the chapters, you'll discover the secrets of **Community Power** and how to build unshakeable networks, the defining traits of resilient leadership that can move mountains, and historical as well as contemporary tales of triumph that will inspire your voyage. Uncover a treasure trove of daily practices in **Chapter 7 The Resilience Workout** that promise to sharpen your will and refine your spirit. These practical exercises span from mental fortification to physical activities and reflective practices, aiding you in constructing a monument of resilience. "Building the Strong" goes beyond the individual, exploring the dynamics of **Societal Resilience,** the impact of culture on strength at scale, and the vital role of technological innovation in supporting our collective backbone. This monumental work paves a path through spheres as diverse as arts and culture, spirituality, financial wisdom, and the delicate balances of work and life, each chapter engaging you with actionable insights and compelling case studies that demonstrate resilience in action. Prepare for an expedition through **29 enthralling chapters**—a holistic sanctuary offering strategies for individuals and communities to not only bounce back from challenges but to catapult forward into an era of prosperity and unity. Whether you crave to become a pillar for your loved ones, a linchpin in your community, or a beacon for your organization, "Building the Strong" is the blueprint for all those who dare to become invincible. **Begin your odyssey now, wield the blueprint to immeasurable strength, and erect a legacy that echoes through time. "Building the Strong" awaits your first indomitable step.**
Download or read book Energy Crisis and Its Impact on Global Business written by Shaheen, Sadia and published by IGI Global. This book was released on 2024-07-31 with total page 401 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In the wake of the unprecedented challenges posed by the coronavirus, the world grapples with a health crisis and economic, environmental, and energy challenges. This pandemic’s disastrous impact on these areas is often a matter of justice. Beyond the immediate human toll, the economic ramifications have sent shockwaves through business organizations, disrupting the foundations of leading economies. This period, marked by the COVID-19 pandemic, serves as a litmus test for leadership, demanding strategic acumen from the energy industry and all facets of global business. Energy Crisis and Its Impact on Global Business explores the multifaceted challenges business organizations face after the COVID-19 energy crises. The book delves into the imperative of restructuring for sustainable growth and stability, guiding organizations to navigate the complex management of people, energy, and supply chains. This book spans the challenges arising from post-COVID energy crises. From the foundational problem of access to basic health facilities due to energy shortages to the intricacies of maintaining smooth supply chains, motivating a workforce grappling with unpredictable management decisions, and addressing leadership challenges, the book offers a comprehensive understanding of contemporary business. A broad spectrum of individuals will find this book to be pivotal, with the audience encompassing students, graduates, research scholars, practitioners, employees, consultants, corporate bodies, and technocrats involved in or affected by the dynamic shifts in the global business paradigm.
