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In today’s work environment, the expectation to do more with less often leads to alarming levels of employee disengagement. This book challenges the notion that relentless effort is the key to productivity, asserting instead that a positive workplace culture fosters the best outcomes. Supported by recent research, it emphasizes that while individual managers may not be able to overhaul corporate culture, they can significantly influence the workplace climate and drive meaningful change. Promoting a steward model of management, the text outlines strategies to explore and align personal and organizational purposes, overcome resistance, build camaraderie, and enhance loyalty. It focuses on increasing intrinsic motivation, helping teams find meaning in their work, collaboratively identifying goals, and tracking progress. Real-life examples from various companies illustrate how a people-centric approach can unlock employee potential, spur innovation, and elevate organizational performance. Rather than merely advocating for workplace happiness, this book offers practical strategies and actionable 30-, 60-, and 90-day plans to turn employee optimism into a tangible and measurable outcome. By implementing these insights, managers can create a thriving environment that promotes engagement and productivity.

"Since the turn of the millennium, the Internet has evolved from what was merely a new medium to a true mass medium--with a deeper and wider cultural reach, greater opportunities for distribution and collaboration, and more complex corporate and political realities. Mapping a loosely chronological series of formative arguments, developments, and happenings, Mass Effect provides an essential guide to understanding the dynamic and ongoing relationship between art and new technologies. Mass Effect brings together nearly forty contributions, including newly commissioned essays and reprints, image portfolios, and transcribed discussion panels and lectures that offer insights and reflections from a wide range of artists, curators, art historians, and bloggers. Among the topics examined are the use of commercial platforms for art practice, what art means in an age of increasing surveillance, and questions surrounding such recent concepts as "postinternet." Other contributions analyze and document particular works by the artists of And/Or Gallery, Cory Arcangel, DIS, Cao Fei, the Radical Software Group, and others." -- Publisher's description

Key Terms in Second Language Acquisition includes definitions of key terms within second language acquisition, and also provides accessible summaries of the key issues within this complex area of study.The final section presents a list of key readings in second language acquisition that signposts the reader towards classic articles and also provides a springboard to further study. The text is accessibly written, with complicated terms and concepts explained in an easy to understand way.Key Terms in Second Language Acquisition is an essential resource for students.

Neuroscientist Alex Korb, PhD, explains why yoga, socializing and showing gratitude - plus good sleep, exercise and better habits - matter. He describes in detail how your brain and body communicate and how your body releases neurotransmitters like endorphins, dopamine and oxytocin when you take positive actions to reduce stress, improve your mood and fight depression. While never giving medical advice, getAbstract finds that Korb's book will be especially useful for people that are new to the topic.

Shortlisted for prizes around the world, Georgi Gospodinov's thrilling new nevel is about physics, myths, and the power of stories

Korean in a Flash Volume 1 is an excellent new language learning resource for travelers and others who want to learn Korean quickly and easily. Part of the bestselling Tuttle In a Flash series, this complete boxed set of Korean character flash cards aids in recognition, vocabulary learning, review and self-testing. Korean in a Flash has a full range of features to help beginners and intermediate learners alike. Flash cards feature the most commonly used Korean words and phrases. Sample sentences in Korean are provided, along with related terms, frequently-used expressions and extended vocabulary. Contains 448 flash cards plus a 48 page index booklet. Learn 448 main words plus 1,792 related terms and 2,240 basic vocabulary items. Romanized pronunciation and English meanings given for all vocabulary items. Both Korean character forms and romanization are given.

Learn how to get your message heard above the online noise The buying process is greatly changed. With the Internet, the buyer is in charge. If your product is going to compete, you need to master 21st century lead generation, and this book shows you how. It's packed with effective strategies for inbound and outbound marketing tactics that will generate leads in today's market. You'll learn the basics of lead generation, inbound and outbound marketing, lead nurturing, ways to track ROI, and how to score leads to know when one is "hot". Follow the steps to create your own personalized lead generation plan and learn how to sidestep common pitfalls. Lead Generation For Dummies is the extra edge you need to compete in today's technologically enhanced marketplace.

What is the best way to consider energy in buildings? For over a century, the building industry has largely focused on ideas of insulation and isolation for its energetic practices. A growing movement of designers claim that other concepts and practices are required for the non-isolated energy systems of architecture. This book describes the history, theory and facts of the mainstream isolation technologies and the emerging alternative design approaches. It is a book on the scientific, material, and design history of building isolation; but more importantly, it is a book on isolated and non-isolated perspectives on energy in architecture. Written by a registered practicing architect with detailed technical knowledge, who is at the same time a researcher and experienced teacher, the aim is to understand the different scientific, architectural and cultural approaches to energy and to promote a non-isolated perspective: a thermodynamically accurate, ecologically powerful, culturally relevant, and architecturally ambitious perspective on energy in architecture.

Building on the prior book ""DB2 11: The Database for Big Data and Analytics, "" published in 2013, this book is written particularly for new and existing DB2 for z/OS customers and users who want to learn as much as they can about the new software version before migrating their organizations to DB2 11 for z/OS. The book begins with a technical overview of DB2 11 features and explains how the new functions in DB2 11 can help enterprise customers address the challenges they face with the explosion of data and information. There has been rapid growth in the variety, volume, and velocity of dat

Music in video games is a sophisticated composition that engages players, sets the pace, and enhances interactivity. Composers must master specialized skills not typically taught in conservatories, such as creating linear loops and music chunks for resequencing. Winifred Phillips, an award-winning composer, provides a comprehensive guide for aspiring video game composers, covering essential skills, the role of music in games, and job opportunities in the field. While the lucrative game industry attracts many musicians, Phillips emphasizes that a genuine love for video games is the most crucial qualification. The guide delves into vital topics, including musicianship, immersion, musical themes, game genres, workflow, collaboration with development teams, linear and interactive music, audio technology, and business management. This resource offers invaluable insights for musicians and composers eager to express their creativity in a dynamic industry, maintain their musical identities in a technical environment, and craft exceptional music within the constraints of this evolving medium.