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Managing Time: Expert Solutions to Everyday Challenges

by Harvard Business Review
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Managing Time: Expert Solutions to Everyday Challenges
Managing Time: Expert Solutions to Everyday Challenges

Practical guide to mastering everyday time challenges.

If you often feel overwhelmed by the clock, "Managing Time" could be your ally in wrestling back control. Peppered with tips that can be integrated into daily life, it's like a personal coach for time management that fits in your pocket. This book's strength lies in delivering actionable advice that can lead to real changes in how you approach your schedule and priorities.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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Managing Time: Expert Solutions to Everyday Challenges

by Harvard Business Review
$8.90 Now $7.90 Save 11%
ISBN: 9781422101865
Authors: Harvard Business Review
Publisher: Harvard Business Review Press
Date of Publication: 2006-04-01
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Personal Development, Business
Related Topics: Leadership, Business, Psychology, Personal Development, Productivity, Self Help, Management, Leadership, Personal Development, Productivity
Goodreads rating: 3.5
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When faced with packed schedules, endless emails, and towering in-boxes, it’s easy to become overwhelmed and ineffective at work. This guide will put readers back in charge of their time and workload by showing how to: - Set goals and prioritize tasks - Utilize appropriate scheduling tools - Control distractions and interruptions - Delegate wisely
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Practical guide to mastering everyday time challenges.

If you often feel overwhelmed by the clock, "Managing Time" could be your ally in wrestling back control. Peppered with tips that can be integrated into daily life, it's like a personal coach for time management that fits in your pocket. This book's strength lies in delivering actionable advice that can lead to real changes in how you approach your schedule and priorities.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

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Cosmos Reborn - Happy Theology on the New Creation

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Goodreads rating: 4.58

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"Cosmos Reborn" challenges traditional religious beliefs and offers a grace-centered perspective on the new creation and regeneration. The author argues that the Father of Jesus Christ is in a good mood and seeks to restore humanity to its divine origin. This book is perfect for those seeking a religious detox and liberation from a dark, schizophrenic god of religion. The book's most unique feature is its happy theology that dispels the myth of an angry God. Highly recommended for those looking for a refreshing and liberating read.
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Predictably Irrational: The Hidden Forces That Shape Our Decisions

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"Predictably Irrational" is a captivating exploration into the counterintuitive corners of human decision-making. Dan Ariely provides a unique blend of insightful experiments and engaging examples, making this book a fascinating journey into understanding why we often trip over our own mental wiring when making choices. It's a read that not only illuminates the quirks of the human mind but also empowers us to make more deliberate and beneficial decisions in our daily lives.
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