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Issue 93
Irish Business Books
Effective Consultant: How to Develop the High Performance Organisation by Paul Mooney (Hardback; 19.99 IRP / 30.00 USD) [Add To Basket]
To many managers, the world of consultancy appears unnecessarily complex. From the other side, consultants have many questions about their role. What counts as best practice consultancy? This book seeks to answer all the key questions by evaluating a range of actual organisation development consulting projects to see 'what works' and 'what doesn't work' in the real world. Using real cases provides a practical learning exercise of effective organisation change practices, from the perspective of both the consultant and the organisation. Through their work with a range of clients, Paul Mooney and his consultancy group, PMA Consulting, have come across literally dozens of outstanding organisation innovations. This book presents the lessons learned from this work to a wider audience. It is a highly readable, accessible book, cutting through the jargon that often surrounds the consultancy profession.
Freedom and Order: Studies in Strategic Leadership by Ivor Kenny (Hardback; 19.95 IRP / 30.00 USD) [Add To Basket]
For the past 15 years, the author of this book, Ireland's foremost management thinker, has worked closely with some of the top Irish companies to help them see clearly the issues facing them. This work has produced a unique set of insights: how these organisations work, what makes them successful, what the stumbling blocks are, where they are headed. It focuses on the strategic process and the problems in formulating and implementing an agreed strategy , touching on areas such as communication and knowledge management, capability, structure, culture and style. In particular, the central role of the chief executive is dissected. This book is a personal and highly readable exploration of the dynamics at work in large Irish organisations.
How to Get What You Want: Making Negotiation Work by Tom Savage (Paperback; 7.99 IRP / 12.00 USD) [Add To Basket]
This is a lively, practical book, full of clear directions, real-life examples and reminder lists. It is the ultimate handbook for modern life and provides invaluable tips on important work-related issues such as motivating staff and providing effective feedback. It tells for the first time the story of a key negotiation in Irish political life - between then Taoiseach Albert Reynolds and Tanaiste Dick Spring in Tinakilly House in 1994. Tom Savage is Ireland's leading negotiation skills trainer.
Once a Customer, Always a Customer by Chris Daffy (Paperback; 18.95 IRP / 27.50 USD) [Add To Basket]
A new edition of the book which has become the customer service bible for many Irish companies. Its messages are equally relevant to every employee at all levels. It is truly a motivational tool which encourages whole companies to look at the ongoing improvement of customer care in a new light. The author's commonsence approach to customer service has helped many companies better understand the type of leadership that is needed for success in any organisation or business. His belief that Vision and Values are central to success and ongoing development of an organisation has struck a chord with many Irish companies.
Trading Qualifications for Jobs by D.F. Hannan, B. McCabe and S. McCoy (Paperback; 16.95 IRP / 24.50 USD) [Add To Basket]
According to popular belief, the Irish education system has produced a highly skilled workforce, which has been the backbone of the 1990s boom. However, this masks a phenomenon that has been little reported on: the 'over-education' of the Irish youth labour market. This book examines the relationship between level of education attained and level of occupational status subsequently achieved. It asks: does an increasing level of education pay off in higher occupational attainment, or is there a high degree of overlap in the type and level of occupations taken up by those with different levels of education? Are university level graduates taking up employment in areas that were previously the reserve of those with lower qualifications? This book sets out to explore and answer these and related questions.
Ireland and the Knowledge Economy: The New Techno-Academic Paradigm by Vincent McBrierty and Raymond Kinsella (Paperback; 19.95 IRP / 29.95 USD) [Add To Basket]
This book provides the first systematic analysis of the convergence of the higher education sector and the technology-based industry as the fulcrum of knowledge-driven economic growth. The authors - a physicist and an economist - describe this convergence as a paradigm shift at the heart of which is knowledge as the new form of equity. This, they argue, is the genesis of the emerging 21st century economy. The study provides a conceptually rich intellectual framework for science and technology policy and the national knowledge-base. The authors examine issues concerning intellectual property and technology transfer in detail, and also provide a critique of the financing of innovation by EU credit institutions. The central focus of the book is on the role of universities in the generation, transfer and commercialisation of the knowledge economy. The study draws on the experience of the Republic of Ireland, a prototypical small open economy and one of the most dynamic and fastest-gorwing in Europe, at the threshold of the third millennium. The analysis is, however, universally relevant and includes a detailed and specific set of proposals and policy recommendations.
Sources of Economic Information Ireland 2nd Edition by Renuka Page (Paperback; 20.00 IRP / 29.00 USD) [Add To Basket]
A vast amount of economic information on Ireland is contained in a wide range of documents published by the Central Statistics Office, Government Departments, Committees, Commissions, Councils, research institutions, societies, State-sponsored bodies, international organisations, commercial and professional organisations. Many of these documents overlap, and the information contained in some is derived from information contained in others. This book is a guide to these documents.
Property Investment by Tim McDonald (Paperback; 6.99 IRP / 11.50 USD) [Add To Basket]
The last two years have been substantial gains by property investors in Ireland. There has been a huge increase in the number of people who are either investing or contemplating investing in property. This book is a guide to investing in residential property in Ireland. It deals with all aspects including topics such as location, legislation, and taxation. It is especially relevant to those who are considering investing in property and for individuals who are currently investors in property. It deals with many issues including purchasing the property, letting out the property, and areas such as Section 23 relief are also covered. The book is both informative and addresses issues that arise every day in the area of property development.
Success Skills for Managers by Samuel A. Malone (Paperback; 18.99 IEP / 25.60 USD) [Add To Basket]
This book is an entertaining blend of practical tips, checklists, mind maps, acronyms, mnemonics, and success stories that will help you to work better and learn more quickly. The book's unique approach is supported by specific business management, strategic thinking, ethics and learning skills which are essential to the success of any management career. The chapters in this book are organised around the mnemonic DESCRIBED, which is the author's model for personal success: Determination, Esteem, Strategic thinking, Communication, Rapport, Ideals, Belief, Enthusiasm, Discipline. The DESCRIBED model of personal and business excellence is a synthesis of the best available information on success drawn from psychology, neurolinguistic programming, learning principles, and contemporary business thinking. This book is an essential reference for anyone determined to make a success of their business and personal lives.
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