Decision Making & Problem Solving in Management & Leadership & Business & Finance eBooks

Total Focus

Do More - Achieve More - Earn More!

by Chris Larson ...

Make more money faster than ever. Learn the proven methods of millionaires.Highly popular, Larson’s ‘Total Focus’ is so successful because it’s super-practical.It’s easy to read and provides you with top-notch ideas on how to attain Total Focus – in life, in business and anywhere between. ... Read more

$1.36 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Make more money faster than ever. Learn the proven methods of millionaires.Highly popular, Larson’s ‘Total Focus’ is so successful because it’s super-practical.It’s easy to read and provides you with top-notch ideas on how to attain Total Focus – in life, in business and anywhere between.
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Rational Choice in an Uncertain World

The Psychology of Judgment and Decision Making

by Reid Hastie, Robyn M. Dawes ...

"*The authors are highly respected as leading figures in the field of judgment and decision making. There are many existing books on topics related to judgment and decision making, but this book makes a unique contribution to this field because of its systematic and scholarly approach, and its breadth of coverage."—*Robert Goldstone, Indiana University"Reid Hastie and Robyn Dawes are two of the ... Read more

$125.59 CAD

"*The authors are highly respected as leading figures in the field of judgment and decision making. There are many existing books on topics related to judgment and decision making, but this book makes a unique contribution to this field because of its systematic and scholarly approach, and its breadth of coverage."—*Robert Goldstone, Indiana University"Reid Hastie and Robyn Dawes are two of the
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The Design of Insight

How to Solve Any Business Problem

by Mihnea Moldoveanu, Olivier Leclerc ...

Familiar modes of problem solving may be efficient, but they often prevent us from discovering innovative solutions to more complex problems. To create meaningful change, we must train ourselves to discover previously unseen variables in day-to-day challenges. The Design of Insight is intended to be a personal problem-solving platform for decision makers and advisors who seek answers to critical ... Read more

$19.79 CAD

Familiar modes of problem solving may be efficient, but they often prevent us from discovering innovative solutions to more complex problems. To create meaningful change, we must train ourselves to discover previously unseen variables in day-to-day challenges. The Design of Insight is intended to be a personal problem-solving platform for decision makers and advisors who seek answers to critical
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The Communication Clinic: 99 Proven Cures for the Most Common Business Mistakes

by Barbara Pachter, Denise Cowie ...

The proven prescription for powerful business communicationSending an email plagued with typos. Rushing through a presentation. Never saying “no.” Under-dressing for a company event. What do these all have in common? Bad messaging.The Communication Clinic is a comprehensive, commonsense guide to getting the job of your dreams and presenting yourself in the best light through your writing, speaking ... Read more

$26.39 CAD

The proven prescription for powerful business communicationSending an email plagued with typos. Rushing through a presentation. Never saying “no.” Under-dressing for a company event. What do these all have in common? Bad messaging.The Communication Clinic is a comprehensive, commonsense guide to getting the job of your dreams and presenting yourself in the best light through your writing, speaking
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Decision Making For Dummies

by Dawna Jones ...

Discover the best approaches for making business decisionsToday's business leaders have to face the facts—you can't separate leadership from decision making. The importance of making decisions, no matter how big or small, cannot be overstated. Decision Making For Dummies is a candid resource that helps leaders understand the impact of their choices, not only on business, but also on their ... Read more

$20.99 CAD

Discover the best approaches for making business decisionsToday's business leaders have to face the facts—you can't separate leadership from decision making. The importance of making decisions, no matter how big or small, cannot be overstated. Decision Making For Dummies is a candid resource that helps leaders understand the impact of their choices, not only on business, but also on their
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Vision Meets Execution

Mastering the Concept that will Drive your Business Success

by Darryl Kenna, CEO ...

When Mark, a struggling small-business owner, hesitantly decides to meet an old friend of his father’s for a day of fishing and “business advice,” he doesn’t expect much. As far as he knows, his father has no real experience in business after all, and the “the captain” he is supposed to meet doesn’t exactly sound like a particularly helpful resource either. Little does he know that his day out on ... Read more

$16.99 CAD

When Mark, a struggling small-business owner, hesitantly decides to meet an old friend of his father’s for a day of fishing and “business advice,” he doesn’t expect much. As far as he knows, his father has no real experience in business after all, and the “the captain” he is supposed to meet doesn’t exactly sound like a particularly helpful resource either. Little does he know that his day out on
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Collaborative Product Design

Help Any Team Build a Better Experience

by Austin Govella ...

You can launch a new app or website in days by piecing together frameworks and hosting on AWS. Implementation is no longer the problem. But that speed to market just makes it tougher to confirm that your team is actually building the right product.Ideal for agile teams and lean organizations, this guide includes 11 practical tools to help you collaborate on strategy, user research, and UX. ... Read more

$47.99 CAD

You can launch a new app or website in days by piecing together frameworks and hosting on AWS. Implementation is no longer the problem. But that speed to market just makes it tougher to confirm that your team is actually building the right product.Ideal for agile teams and lean organizations, this guide includes 11 practical tools to help you collaborate on strategy, user research, and UX.
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Snapshots of the Mind

by Gary A. Klein ...

How people make decisions, size up situations, spot anomalies, and anticipate problems in real-world settings.Gary Klein, author of the bestselling Sources of Power, is the cognitive psychologist who discovered how people actually make decisions, particularly under time pressure and uncertainty. In Snapshots of the Mind, he offers a set of short essays—“snapshots” of different aspects of cognitive ... Read more

$31.99 CAD

How people make decisions, size up situations, spot anomalies, and anticipate problems in real-world settings.Gary Klein, author of the bestselling Sources of Power, is the cognitive psychologist who discovered how people actually make decisions, particularly under time pressure and uncertainty. In Snapshots of the Mind, he offers a set of short essays—“snapshots” of different aspects of cognitive
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A Consensus Handbook

Co-operative decision making for activists, co-ops and communities

by Seeds for Change Lancaster Co-operative ltd, Max Hertzberg, Rebecca Smith, Rhiannon Westphal ...

A comprehensive guide explaining the spirit and philosophy of co-operative decision making"Excellent - clear guidance and thoughtful reflection on power and conflict" - THE GUARDIANPractical guidance on how to facilitate the consensus decision making process, looking at common situations and explaining the skills and tools your group can use to ease the path to a decision. The book covers ... Read more

$7.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

A comprehensive guide explaining the spirit and philosophy of co-operative decision making"Excellent - clear guidance and thoughtful reflection on power and conflict" - THE GUARDIANPractical guidance on how to facilitate the consensus decision making process, looking at common situations and explaining the skills and tools your group can use to ease the path to a decision. The book covers
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贏在邏輯思考力：玩一場擴張邊界的遊戲

by 郝旭烈 ...

好懂秒懂知識專家──郝旭烈（郝哥）大白話解釋邏輯思考是什麼？融合各方思維框架‧內化原理引導應用大腦運作習性‧理論實踐‧日常案例‧引導工具‧課後練習為你帶來大白話、好懂秒懂的思考力！不要執著在抬槓，而要關注目的；不要執著在結論，而要關注觀點；不要執著在對錯，而要關注理解。4大核心思維╳4大重要原理╳4大內化心法╳4大應用方向，讓想……學習獨立思考→培養思維能力好理解各方觀點增進職場溝通→依循大腦習性找到最佳連結運用決策思考力？→用框架界定問題做最優選擇想自我成長→懂得邏輯本質來擴張思維認知通通都適用！「邏輯思考是什麼？」其實很簡單，就是「理解」的過程。就像面對下面問題，你絕對少不了邏輯思考力：投資房產好、還是股票好？→財務思維如何提高商品的銷售收入？→解決問題能力A、B方案如何最大化資源？→決策思... ... Read more

$9.83 CAD

好懂秒懂知識專家──郝旭烈（郝哥）大白話解釋邏輯思考是什麼？融合各方思維框架‧內化原理引導應用大腦運作習性‧理論實踐‧日常案例‧引導工具‧課後練習為你帶來大白話、好懂秒懂的思考力！不要執著在抬槓，而要關注目的；不要執著在結論，而要關注觀點；不要執著在對錯，而要關注理解。4大核心思維╳4大重要原理╳4大內化心法╳4大應用方向，讓想……學習獨立思考→培養思維能力好理解各方觀點增進職場溝通→依循大腦習性找到最佳連結運用決策思考力？→用框架界定問題做最優選擇想自我成長→懂得邏輯本質來擴張思維認知通通都適用！「邏輯思考是什麼？」其實很簡單，就是「理解」的過程。就像面對下面問題，你絕對少不了邏輯思考力：投資房產好、還是股票好？→財務思維如何提高商品的銷售收入？→解決問題能力A、B方案如何最大化資源？→決策思...
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Rational Decisions

by Ken Binmore ...

Series series The Gorman Lectures in Economics
It is widely held that Bayesian decision theory is the final word on how a rational person should make decisions. However, Leonard Savage--the inventor of Bayesian decision theory--argued that it would be ridiculous to use his theory outside the kind of small world in which it is always possible to "look before you leap." If taken seriously, this view makes Bayesian decision theory inappropriate ... Read more

$48.39 CAD

It is widely held that Bayesian decision theory is the final word on how a rational person should make decisions. However, Leonard Savage--the inventor of Bayesian decision theory--argued that it would be ridiculous to use his theory outside the kind of small world in which it is always possible to "look before you leap." If taken seriously, this view makes Bayesian decision theory inappropriate
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Crisis, Issues and Reputation Management

by Andrew Griffin ...

Series series PR In Practice
Handling a crisis and knowing how to manage the potential reputational damage that can occur has become a top priority for all businesses. Learn from international brands like Nestle, Unilever, McDonalds, Cadbury, RBS and more, to discover the value of reputation management and how to effectively and proactively approach the Corporate Social Responsibility of your business.Whether it is an ... Read more

$50.59 CAD

Handling a crisis and knowing how to manage the potential reputational damage that can occur has become a top priority for all businesses. Learn from international brands like Nestle, Unilever, McDonalds, Cadbury, RBS and more, to discover the value of reputation management and how to effectively and proactively approach the Corporate Social Responsibility of your business.Whether it is an
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Think Clearly

Eight Simple Rules to Succeed in the Data Age

by Kiko Llaneras ...

‘Kiko Llaneras is one of the most consistently interesting data journalists to have emerged in the last decade’John Burn-Murdoch, Chief data reporter, Financial TimesIt’s almost impossible to feel confident we’ve made the right choice when we are constantly faced with conflicting data. From choosing the right school for our children to understanding major social and political events, making ... Read more

$17.99 CAD

‘Kiko Llaneras is one of the most consistently interesting data journalists to have emerged in the last decade’John Burn-Murdoch, Chief data reporter, Financial TimesIt’s almost impossible to feel confident we’ve made the right choice when we are constantly faced with conflicting data. From choosing the right school for our children to understanding major social and political events, making
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What Is BPM?

by Marvin Wurtzel ...

PRACTICAL COVERAGE OF BUSINESS PROCESS MANAGEMENT FUNDAMENTALSThis concise, easy-to-understand guide provides a straightforward introduction to the tools and techniques required to implement business process management (BPM), and how it can benefit any organization. Written by an instructor at the BPM Institute, What Is BPM? explains the management strategies, integrated methodologies, and ... Read more

$15.89 CAD

PRACTICAL COVERAGE OF BUSINESS PROCESS MANAGEMENT FUNDAMENTALSThis concise, easy-to-understand guide provides a straightforward introduction to the tools and techniques required to implement business process management (BPM), and how it can benefit any organization. Written by an instructor at the BPM Institute, What Is BPM? explains the management strategies, integrated methodologies, and
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Jump Start Your Business Brain

Scientific Ideas and Advice That Will Immediately Double Your Business Success Rate

by Doug Hall ...

Doug Hall shares data-proven methods that can make sales, marketing, and business development measurably more effective. ... Read more

$17.59 CAD

Doug Hall shares data-proven methods that can make sales, marketing, and business development measurably more effective.
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Rapid Problem Solving With Post-it Notes

by David Straker ...

Problem Solved!Uses your favorite top-drawer tool -- the Post-it Note. Great for individuals, great for groups -- large or small.Problems come in all shapes and sizes, yet most have common characteristics that can be addressed with the techniques found in this book. Rapid Problem-Solving with Post-it Notes shows you how to use six types of techniques:The Post-up-Provides methods for getting ... Read more

$15.99 CAD

Problem Solved!Uses your favorite top-drawer tool -- the Post-it Note. Great for individuals, great for groups -- large or small.Problems come in all shapes and sizes, yet most have common characteristics that can be addressed with the techniques found in this book. Rapid Problem-Solving with Post-it Notes shows you how to use six types of techniques:The Post-up-Provides methods for getting
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The Power of Words

How to Speak, Listen and Think Better

by Mariano Sigman ...

**Discover the transformative power of words and conversations in The Power of Words, the profound and inspiring international bestseller by renowned neuroscientist Mariano Sigman.'A comprehensive toolkit for anyone looking to elevate their communication and improve themselves' – Matt Abrahams, author of Think Faster, Talk Smarter**We have hundreds of conversations every week, offline, online and ... Read more

$14.39 CAD

**Discover the transformative power of words and conversations in The Power of Words, the profound and inspiring international bestseller by renowned neuroscientist Mariano Sigman.'A comprehensive toolkit for anyone looking to elevate their communication and improve themselves' – Matt Abrahams, author of Think Faster, Talk Smarter**We have hundreds of conversations every week, offline, online and
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Evidence-Based Management

How to Use Evidence to Make Better Organizational Decisions

by Eric Barends, Denise M. Rousseau ...

Decisions in businesses and organizations are too often based on fads, fashions and the success stories of famous CEOs. At the same time, traditional models and new cutting-edge solutions often fail to deliver on what they promise.This situation leaves managers, business leaders, consultants and policymakers with a profound challenge: how can we stay away from trends and quick fixes, and instead ... Read more

$60.49 CAD

Decisions in businesses and organizations are too often based on fads, fashions and the success stories of famous CEOs. At the same time, traditional models and new cutting-edge solutions often fail to deliver on what they promise.This situation leaves managers, business leaders, consultants and policymakers with a profound challenge: how can we stay away from trends and quick fixes, and instead
... Read more
Problem Solver

Maximizing Your Strengths to Make Better Decisions

by Cheryl Strauss Einhorn ...

Series series AREA Method Publications
Winner of the Independent Press Award in PsychologyOur decisions are expressions of who we are and how we move through the world. Rarely, though, do we examine our decisions or even look inward to consider the psychology of our decision-making. Instead, we often make decisions based on what we call instinct (which relies on cognitive bias), false assumptions, mis-remembering, and mental mistakes. ... Read more

$15.99 CAD

Winner of the Independent Press Award in PsychologyOur decisions are expressions of who we are and how we move through the world. Rarely, though, do we examine our decisions or even look inward to consider the psychology of our decision-making. Instead, we often make decisions based on what we call instinct (which relies on cognitive bias), false assumptions, mis-remembering, and mental mistakes.
... Read more
Shikake

The Japanese Art of Shaping Behavior Through Design

by Naohiro Matsumura ...

The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up meets Nudge in this irresistible design method from Japan.We are living in a time when behavioral change is necessary for our health and survival. Yet we find it exceedingly difficult to transform our own habits, let alone those of other people. Enter Naohiro Matsumura, whose powerful new design method is as astonishingly simple in its logic as it is ... Read more

$18.99 CAD

The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up meets Nudge in this irresistible design method from Japan.We are living in a time when behavioral change is necessary for our health and survival. Yet we find it exceedingly difficult to transform our own habits, let alone those of other people. Enter Naohiro Matsumura, whose powerful new design method is as astonishingly simple in its logic as it is
... Read more
Leading Effective Meetings

Learn how to lead meetings that get real results

by 50minutes ...

Series series Coaching
Ready to take your business to the next level? Find out everything you need to know about leading effective meetings with this practical guide.Meetings are a key part of office life in the 21st century, but frequently last much longer than expected and fail to lead to concrete decisions, leaving participants frustrated and demotivated. Nonetheless, thanks to careful planning, preparation and focus ... Read more

$14.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Ready to take your business to the next level? Find out everything you need to know about leading effective meetings with this practical guide.Meetings are a key part of office life in the 21st century, but frequently last much longer than expected and fail to lead to concrete decisions, leaving participants frustrated and demotivated. Nonetheless, thanks to careful planning, preparation and focus
... Read more
The Transparent Leader

How to Build a Great Company Through Straight Talk, Openness and Accountability

by Herb Baum, Tammy Kling ...

Drawing on his experience as a leader in some of the nation's largest corporations, Baum issues a convincing call for honest, ethical, "transparent" dealing throughout the business world. Baum outlines the management techniques he uses within and without the company to get outstanding results without skirting the rules or bending the truth. Baum maintains that by fostering trust, integrity and ... Read more

$11.99 CAD

Drawing on his experience as a leader in some of the nation's largest corporations, Baum issues a convincing call for honest, ethical, "transparent" dealing throughout the business world. Baum outlines the management techniques he uses within and without the company to get outstanding results without skirting the rules or bending the truth. Baum maintains that by fostering trust, integrity and
... Read more
Misfit Thinking

Using Design Thinking to Energize Innovation and Creativity

by R. Gordon Bennett, DBA ...

Is your organization stuck in a rut and unable to see past the same old ineffective approaches? Misfit Thinking demonstrates how teams can become more innovative in order to actually solve problems, creatively. It is a thorough exploration of and practical guide to Design Thinking for industry, government, military, and non-governmental organizations.With experience in all three sectors, Dr. ... Read more

$23.99 CAD

Is your organization stuck in a rut and unable to see past the same old ineffective approaches? Misfit Thinking demonstrates how teams can become more innovative in order to actually solve problems, creatively. It is a thorough exploration of and practical guide to Design Thinking for industry, government, military, and non-governmental organizations.With experience in all three sectors, Dr.
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The Neutrality Trap

Disrupting and Connecting for Social Change

by Bernard S. Mayer, Jacqueline N. Font-Guzmán PhD, JD, MHA. ...

Work for social change through constructive engagement and systems disruption in this practical resource for social change advocates and conflict specialistsIn The Neutrality Trap, expert mediators and facilitators Bernard Mayer and Jacqueline N. Font-Guzmán deliver an insightful and practical exploration of how to understand the conflicts we face as social change agents.You'll learn about systems ... Read more

$19.99 CAD

Work for social change through constructive engagement and systems disruption in this practical resource for social change advocates and conflict specialistsIn The Neutrality Trap, expert mediators and facilitators Bernard Mayer and Jacqueline N. Font-Guzmán deliver an insightful and practical exploration of how to understand the conflicts we face as social change agents.You'll learn about systems
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