Download or read book Lead Follow Or Get the Hell Out of the Way written by C. C. Ryder and published by Trafford on Demand Pub. This book was released on 2003 with total page 356 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Spanning the life and military career of the man who changed forever the future of U.S. Air Force combat-support engineering. Exciting, funny, touched with pathos-a very entertaining read!
Download or read book Lead Follow Or Get Out of the Way written by Christian Williams and published by . This book was released on 1981 with total page 296 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ted Turner is that rare man who is as much reviled by some as revered by others: He's a sportsman (he owns professional baseball, hockey and basketball teams, as well as having been a world-renowned sailor and winner of the Americas Cup), a businessman of proven talents, a big talker who usually lives up to his own billing, and a front-page celebrity whose combative instincts for the right place and right time will keep him there for many years to come.
Download or read book A Passion for Democracy written by Benjamin R. Barber and published by Princeton University Press. This book was released on 2000-04-02 with total page 310 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Benjamin Barber is one of America's preeminent political theorists. He has been a significant voice in the continuing debate about the nature and role of democracy in the contemporary world. A Passion for Democracy collects twenty of his most important writings on American democracy. Together they refine his distinctive position in democratic theory. Barber's conception of "strong democracy" contrasts with traditional concepts of "liberal democracy," especially in its emphasis on citizen participation in central issues of public debate. These essays critique the "thin representation" of liberal democracy and buttress the arguments presented in Barber's twelve books, most recently in his well-received Jihad vs. McWorld: How Globalism and Tribalism Are Re-shaping the World. In these pieces, Barber argues for participatory democracy without dependence on abstract metaphysical foundations, and he stresses the relationship among democracy and civil society, civic education, and culture. A Passion for Democracy is divided into four sections. In the first, "American Theory: Democracy, Liberalism, and Rights," Barber addresses issues of ongoing relevance to today's debates about the roots of participatory democracy, including individualism vs. community, the importance of consent, and the irrelevance of Marxism. Essays in the second section, "American Practice: Leadership, Citizenship, and Censorship" provide a "strong democracy" critique of American democratic practice. "Education for Democracy: Civic Education, Service, and Citizenship" applies Barber's theories to three related topics and includes his much-discussed essay "America Skips School." The final section, "Democracy and Technology: Endless Frontier or End of Democracy?" provides glimpses into a future that technology alone cannot secure for democracy. In his preface, Barber writes: "In these essays ... I have been hard on my country. Like most ardent democrats, I want more for it than it has achieved, despite the fact that it has achieved more than most people have dared to want." This wide-ranging collection displays not only his passion for democracy, but also his unique perspective on issues of abiding importance for the democratic process.
Download or read book Forming Storming Norming Performing written by Donald B. Egolf and published by iUniverse. This book was released on 2013-06-24 with total page 356 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The purpose of this book is to provide an introduction to Group and Team Communication. Emphasis is placed on giving readers guidelines for becoming successful communicators in groups and teams. Specific emphasis is placed on general introductory concepts, verbal and nonverbal communication, listening, conflict, problem solving, idea generation, decision making, e-collaboration, group presentations, leadership, leadership and power, and performance evaluations.
Download or read book The Echo Maker written by Richard Powers and published by Farrar, Straus and Giroux. This book was released on 2007-04-01 with total page 462 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Winner of the National Book Award From the Pulitzer Prize–winning author of The Overstory and the Oprah's Book Club selection Bewilderment comes Richard Powers's The Echo Maker, a powerful novel about family and loss. “Wise and elegant . . . The mysteries unfold so organically and stealthily that you are unaware of his machinations until they come to stunning fruition . . . Powers accomplishes something magnificent.” —Colson Whitehead, The New York Times Book Review On a winter night on a remote Nebraska road, twenty-seven-year-old Mark Schluter has a near-fatal car accident. His older sister, Karin, returns reluctantly to their hometown to nurse Mark back from a traumatic head injury. But when Mark emerges from a coma, he believes that this woman—who looks, acts, and sounds just like his sister—is really an imposter. When Karin contacts the famous cognitive neurologist Gerald Weber for help, he diagnoses Mark as having Capgras syndrome. The mysterious nature of the disease, combined with the strange circumstances surrounding Mark’s accident, threatens to change all of their lives beyond recognition. In The Echo Maker, Richard Powers proves himself to be one of our boldest and most entertaining novelists.
Download or read book If These Walls Could Talk Boston Bruins written by Dale Arnold and published by Triumph Books. This book was released on 2018-11-06 with total page 274 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Boston Bruins are one of the most successful and historic teams in the NHL, with six Stanley Cup championships and counting. Author Dale Arnold, as a longtime broadcaster for the team, has gotten to witness more than his fair share of that history up close and personal. Through singular anecdotes only Arnold can tell as well as conversations with current and past players, this book provides fans with a one-of-a-kind, insider's look into the great moments, the lowlights, and everything in between. Bruins fans will not want to miss this book.
Download or read book Terror in the Ashes written by William W. Johnstone and published by Pinnacle Books. This book was released on 2009-03-03 with total page 306 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: After returning law and order to America, the Rebel army sets out to liberate the world in the New York Times–bestselling author’s post-apocalyptic series. Ben Raines and his army have reclaimed America from the savage armies of terrorists, lawless street gangs, and mutant cannibals. Now they have a new mission: to free the British Isles from evil oppression. After establishing a beachhead at the Irish seaport of Galway, Raines orders an armored assault to drive out the warlord Jack Hunt and his army of mercenaries. The Rebels’ search-and-destroy mission crushes enemy resistance . . . but Hunt’s reinforcements include the most hideous foe Ben Raines has yet faced. Raines and his Rebels must choose between saving themselves or sacrificing their cause to save the lives of innocent civilians trapped in a beleaguered land. Fifteenth in the long-running series!
Download or read book Boot Tracks There and Back written by Gordon N. (Bud) Scranton and published by AuthorHouse. This book was released on 2010-12 with total page 394 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The book is a story of a large family who lived through some of the most bleak years during the past century. The words "It can't be done" was overcome time and again by a family who refused to give up and flee from the area. By stubborn bull headed determination the family made their dreams come true.
Download or read book The DisGrace of MySpace written by Richard David Kennedy and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2008-07-04 with total page 162 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A slightly different look at the world's largest social networking portal, filled with literally hundreds of facetious annotations that will leave you snickering, if not downright splitting a gut. Seen through Kennedy's penetrating (often unmerciful) eye, this is a book that will show you another reality- the virtual and the absurd, as offered by the actual members themselves. Newcomers as well as those who've been around MySpace for awhile will also be exposed to some interesting facts they probably didn't know. If you are a "Spacer" or thinking of becoming one, then this book is a must for you.
Download or read book The Last Lap written by Peter Golenbock and published by Turner Publishing Company. This book was released on 2001-10-01 with total page 476 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Stock car racing is not only the most popular sport in the country, but it's also among the most dangerous, as well. Traveling at speeds of over 200 miles per hour, drivers risk their lives every time they take the wheel. To be competitive, drivers must feel invincible. The best of them did, and lived life -- on the racetrack -- to the fullest. Their zest for life and for racing is celebrated in this powerful book. In The Last Lap, updated edition, best-selling author Peter Golenbock talks to racers past and present, crewmembers, and families of the legendary drivers who have passed on give us behind-the-scenes stories of NASCAR's unique heroes. Among those sharing their stories are racing legends David Pearson, Buddy Baker, Tim Flock, Marvin Panch, the families of the late Curtis Turner, the Myers brothers, Tiny Lund, Bobby Isaac, Alan Kulwicki, and Davey and Clifford Allison.
Download or read book Catharina written by George Frederick Brauer Jr. and published by FriesenPress. This book was released on 2022-01-21 with total page 213 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The arduous journey of a Dutch - American, from childhood in Nazi occupied Holland, to life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness in the USA.
Download or read book Semi Twisted written by Isabel Jordan and published by Isabel Jordan. This book was released on 2022-02-25 with total page 234 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Dying really has a way of making a girl rethink her life choices. Mischa Bartone was a runner. Running from anything that made her feel too much was kind of her thing. But not even an expert runner like Mischa could escape death. And when the only man who’d ever made her consider not running brought her back as a vampire…well, let’s just say she didn’t exactly handle it gracefully. Giving the love of his life immortality didn’t go exactly as Hunter had hoped. As if having her push him away wasn’t punishment enough, he also ended up in prison for turning her without her written consent. And after months on the inside with no contact, he could only assume she was well and truly over him. So what if the memory of her consumed his every waking thought? That was his problem; he’d deal with it. Time to stop chasing Mischa Bartone once and for all. But when Mischa and Hunter are thrown together on a case for a very pregnant Harper Hall, sparks fly—and it doesn’t take Mischa long to realize that letting Hunter go had been a huge mistake, the biggest of her life (er, undeath?). Time to stop running and fight for what—and who—she wants. So, all she has to do is go undercover in the Miss Eternity vampire beauty pageant, find a couple of missing former contestants, stop a sicko stalker with a penchant for floral metaphors, complete her court-mandated vampire therapy sessions, and win back the man (er, vampire) she loves. In heels. And a skeezy pageant swimsuit. Easy, right? Yeah, not so much. Semi-Twisted works best if read as part of the Harper Hall Investigations series (Book 1: Semi-Charmed; Book 2: Semi-Human). This book is intended for mature audiences. This book is not intended for anyone who doesn’t enjoy smart, potty-mouthed heroines and over protective, brooding heroes, and who doesn’t appreciate a plethora of nerdy pop culture references. For the rest of you: happy reading! vampire second chance romance, paranormal second chance romance, vampire romance, vampire romance for adults, supernatural romance, paranormal romance, heroine with powers romance, light hilarious romance, adult paranormal romance, paranormal romance series, paranormal romance books for adults, grumpy protective hero paranormal romance, strong heroine romance, snarky romance, paranormal romance comedy humor, slow burn romance, vampire hunter romance, vampire slayer romance, psychic romance, female detective romance, urban fantasy romance, urban fantasy romance strong female, romantic comedy
Download or read book Harper Hall Investigations Box Set written by Isabel Jordan and published by Isabel Jordan. This book was released on 2022-02-24 with total page 960 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Strong heroines and sexy heroes fighting supernatural crime and solving mysteries. Oh, and snark. Lots and lots of snark. Available for the first time in one volume, this box set contains books 1-5 of the Harper Hall Investigations series. Included are: Book #1: Semi-Charmed Book #2: Semi-Human Book #3: Semi-Twisted Book #4: Semi-Broken Book #5: Semi-Sane WARNING: These ARE kissing books. Might also induce snort-laughs at times. These books are not intended for anyone who doesn't enjoy smart, sarcastic heroines and dark, brooding heroes, and who doesn't appreciate a plethora of nerdy pop culture references (and cussing). For the rest of you: happy reading! "If you love Charley Davidson, True Blood or Buffy the Vampire Slayer, then you will definitely want to read this quirky vampire/paranormal series." -Literati Literature Lovers supernatural romance, paranormal romance, heroine with powers romance, light hilarious romance, adult paranormal romance, paranormal romance series, paranormal romance books for adults, grumpy protective hero paranormal romance, strong heroine romance, snarky romance, paranormal romance comedy humor, slow burn romance, vampire hunter romance, vampire slayer romance, psychic romance, female detective romance, urban fantasy romance, urban fantasy romance strong female, romantic comedy
Download or read book Saving America written by Francis Michael Del Vecchio and published by AuthorHouse. This book was released on 2011-03 with total page 118 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book 151 Quick Ideas to Inspire Your Staff written by Jerry R. Wilson and published by Red Wheel/Weiser. This book was released on 2005-10-15 with total page 209 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For most businesses, attracting new employees and getting your existing employees to succeed is a never-ending task. It's often rooted in inefficient hiring practices, misunderstood motivational techniques, inadequate training, and high employee turnover. The results: Low productivity and poor performance, leading to lower revenue, unhappy customers, and endless management headaches. Jerry Wilson’s 151 Quick Ideas to Inspire Your Staff takes the mystery out of motivating employees to achieve personal and business success. The basic concept: Inspire your employees to create and maintain delighted repeat customers! This book demonstrates that business owners don’t have to constantly replace employees or use artificial incentives and harsh methods to get employees to help the business succeed. Wilson shows business owners and managers how to do it themselves without the pain and suffering. And you don't have to invent any new approaches, concepts, or buzzwords to do it! Just follow some of Jerry Wilson's 151 proven ideas and discover amazing results—fast! Jerry Wilson has spent more than 25 years researching what his clients—businesses large and small—need to do to be successful in today's marketplace by hiring and motivating the right employees. These powerful ideas work! Each is presented in a bite-sized package that allows instant execution. No long chapters with endless justifications, pontifications, philosophy, and personal stories. Just 151 great, practical ideas any business manager and owner can use to make an immediate difference in his or business success.
Download or read book State of Agriculture written by United States. Congress. House. Committee on Agriculture and published by . This book was released on 1979 with total page 694 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Information Technology Management written by Anthony Fedanzo and published by Xlibris Corporation. This book was released on 2000-09-01 with total page 114 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is a practical guide to the key things you need to do right to successfully manage Information Technology (IT) in today's business world. It is intended for both new managers of IT organizations and seasoned managers from other areas who have management responsibility for IT in their company. This means discussion focuses on pivotal strategic issues such as budgets, staffing, systems, relationships with end-users and senior management, etc., and gives specific advice for each. Concentrating on strategic issues is sometimes thought of by harried IT managers as too general to be of much use. Yet paying attention to strategic issues is just paying attention to the basics. If you get the basics right, the rest follows. If you don't, no amount of cleverness will keep you from failing. When you are done reading this you be able to create and maintain your own strategic focus on IT management challenges. You will also be better equipped to approach the immediate (tactical) challenges to your plans. Every book has its words to live by and this book is no exception. The two phrases you'll see most often are "Do The Basics" and "Live by these Four Principles: on time, on budget, no surprises, tell the truth." These will be repeated because they make all the difference between success and failure. This book is intended for people who either are starting a new position as an IT manager or who want to update their knowledge of IT management fundamentals. Their title may be IT Manager, Director, Vice President or Chief Information Officer. The fundamental tasks are much the same, but the scale and scope of their application grows. This book assumes that you have the chair behind the desk where the proverbial information "buck stops" in your company. Your background may be from within the IT field or you may be a line manager who has assumed control of an IT organization. In the latter case this book will be especially helpful because it avoids "techie" discussions and concentrates on the core issues and so-called best practices of good IT management. If you know how to deal effectively with core IT issues you'll be way ahead of your peers. The focus of the book can be summarized in the phrase Do the basics. The basics in this case are how and when to apply four easy principles of successful IT management, namely getting the job done on time, on budget with no surprises and telling the truth. What you won't find in this book is a detailed guide to managing difficult people or to the techniques of computer benchmarks. Nor does it pretend to show you how to read the minds of your management. There are dozens of good books on managing difficult people, drafting budgets, financial planning, strategic vision, and so forth. This book concentrates on how and when to use those skills and why. What you will find in this book is both strategic and tactical advice. The first four chapters can be applied to management generally by substituting "accounting," "marketing," or the like for "IT." The rest of the book focuses upon issues that are essential to IT in particular. The goal of the whole book is to deliver a concise outline of the key things you need to know to succeed as an IT manager: coping with end-users, Senior Management, budgets, control of resources, people, and the occasional crisis among other things. Many management books are written in an effort to fire up managerial zeal for new ideas and methods. This book takes a different tack. We're more interested here in what works than in what generates discussion, smoke, and noise. For example, this book tells you that you will occasionally meet some problems that simply cannot be surmounted by any practical means within your power. Some situations are not in your control and never will be (unless, perhaps, you own the company). Rather than raise false hopes about "surmounting all obstacles" this book points out these "
