The book details dozens of simple, often fun, and always practical actions you can take to help eliminate poverty in our day. Using a typical 24-hour day as a framework and focusing on common daily activities - making breakfast, taking the kids to school, checking our email - the book underscores the connections between our daily experiences and the suffering of people around the world

In this book the author writes of the earliest settlers, lured by the promise of paradise, and of the ruthless tactics employed by Los Angeles politicians and business interests to ensure the city"s growth. Cadillac Desert is a stunning expose and a dramatic, intriguing history of the creation of an Eden - an Eden that may be only a mirage

A workshop report on "Building E-Community Centers for Rural Development" conducted by ADBI with United Nations Economic Commission for Asia and the Pacific in Bali from 8-14 December 2004. It contains proceedings of the workshop, summary country reports, and project proposals

Like a mentor-on-call, this best-selling book brings a wealth of wisdom and information to the new supervisor. It's clearly organized into four logical parts that focus on the biggest concerns: understanding the basics of supervisory responsibilities, developing personal effectiveness, managing many personalities, and working with groups

The book digs deep into the 9.5 elements that make persuasion, and getting your way, happen. By breaking down the elements, the reader will begin to understand, take action, become proficient, and then master the ability to persuade. Because persuasion occurs in so many different areas of life and business, Gitomer leads the reader from mental readiness to the principles of getting your way and the power that persuasion offers. He challenges the reader to prepare before they present, to prepare before they try to persuade. He demonstrates how to change a presentation into a performance and shows how this can be done in any environment

In The Five Dysfunctions of a Team Patrick Lencioni once again offers a leadership fable that is as enthralling and instructive as his first two best-selling books, The Five Temptations of a CEO and The Four Obsessions of an Extraordinary Executive. This time, he turns his keen intellect and storytelling power to the fascinating, complex world of teams

Paul Timm will teach readers how to become a "customer magnet." After reading this second edition, one will know how to establish a customer base, retain customers through satisfaction and appreciation, and win back lost customers. There are probably thousands of proven ways to win new customers, but Dr. Timm offers the best - a mix of classic, common sense tips, and ingenious advice

Leadership and The One Minute Manager goes straight to the heart of management as it describes the effective, adaptive styles of Situational Leadership. In clear and simple terms it teaches how to become a flexible and successful leader, fitting your style to the needs of the individual and to the situation at hand, and using the One Minute Manager techniques to enhance the motivation of others

Six Disciplines for Excellence provides six fundamental business principles that are specifically designed to help small businesses move beyond momentary success to attain enduring excellence. This book is not for those who are looking for a quick fix. Six Disciplines for Excellence is a long-term fitness program, not a fad diet. You will find: Information on creating a unique mission statement. Ways to deal with internal and external factors (such as equipment failure or an unfavorable stock market) that affect your business. Helpful charts, checklists, hints, tips, and graphs