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Building a Chain of Customers : Linking Business Functions to Create the World Class Company - Thryft
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"Building a Chain of Customers" is an insightful read for business professionals who want to elevate their organization to the next level. Richard Schonberger introduces a unique concept of creating a "chain of customers" that links the four main business functions to form a continuous flow of action. Through numerous real-life examples, the author shows how this concept improves response rates, product quality, cost-effectiveness, and flexibility to change volume and product mix. This book's most distinctive feature is its ability to provide a comprehensive perspective on business operations, making it invaluable for anyone seeking to create a world-class company.
Supergrowth Companies : Entrepreneurs in Action - Thryft
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Supergrowth Companies is a great read for entrepreneurs and managers who are looking for analytical insights to drive their businesses forward. The book provides a comprehensive examination of over 200 businesses, including The Body Shop and Amstrad, giving the reader access to the growth strategies, leadership styles, and organizational expansion tactics used by successful companies. With its combination of interviews and case studies, Supergrowth Companies offers practical advice for anyone committed to growing their business.
Schooling for the Knowledge Era - Thryft
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David Warner | Acer Press

Schooling for the Knowledge Era

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This book would be a good read for anyone interested in understanding the differences between industrial era schooling and knowledge era schooling, and what schools need to do to prepare students for success in the knowledge economy. The book provides clear criteria for what a knowledge-era school should look like, making it a great resource for educators, policymakers, and anyone interested in the future of education.
Managing for the Short Term : The New Rules for Running a Business in a Day-To-Day World - Thryft
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As managers, senior executives, and CEOs all over have painfully discovered, if you don’t manage for the short term, you won’t be around for the long term. Bestselling business author Chuck Martin found that nothing consumes business managers more than how to manage a company in the weeks and months immediately ahead.As founder of NFI Research, an executive think tank made up of some 3,000 high-level executives at over 1,400 companies, Chuck Martin has interviewed and gathered the results of thousands of management specialists the world over to discover how companies are successfully zeroing in on improving short-term performance, while still balancing these efforts with long-term strategic goals. By looking to managers and executives at companies like IBM, SAP, Deloitte & Touche, Kraft, AT&T, Dow Chemical, and hundreds of others, Martin has uncovered the “best practices” that help propel short-term performance. Among •Bridging the enormous disconnect between management’s strategic goals and the ability of front-line managers and employees to implement these goals•Moving even the biggest projects forward incrementally, delivering tangible results at each step along the way•Putting together time-based and events-based teams that can focus specifically on essential short-term decisions and goals•Creating incentives to reward short-term resultsWhat Chuck Martin has found is that companies that adopt practices designed to achieve short-term results are usually better positioned to achieve their long-term strategies as well.A critically important management book that addresses one of the overriding concerns of businesses today, Managing for the Short Term is an essential addition to any manager’s toolkit." Managing for the short term is not simply about moving faster. It is about moving smarter. It is about effective implementation and operation within the context of mission and vision. Strategy is implemented through a series of small steps and rapid, short-term decisions within that long-term view. It forces managers to become more effective at achieving the measurable results required by today's climate."From Managing For the Short Term
Smart Retail : How to turn your store into a sales phenomenon - Thryft
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Smart Retail is an excellent resource for anyone involved in retail. Its step-by-step approach helps readers uncover what separates successful retailers from the average ones. The book is packed with practical and actionable tips, from creating a winning in-store experience to building motivated teams. The strategies shared are applicable to any retail sector, making it a must-read for store managers, aspiring entrepreneurs, and anyone looking to succeed in retail.
Jump Start Your Brain - Thryft
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Jump Start Your Brain

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This book is a must-read for anyone looking to enhance their creativity and innovation skills. Doug Hall provides insightful tips and tools on how to challenge conventional ways of thinking and successfully market new ideas. Readers will appreciate the real-life examples and case studies from well-known companies such as Proctor & Gamble, Pepsi-Co., and Walt Disney. The book's unique approach to idea generation and problem-solving will leave readers feeling inspired and motivated to implement these strategies in their own lives and careers.
Discover Your Inner Economist: Use Incentives to Fall in Love, Survive Your Next Meeting, and Motivate Your Dentist - Thryft
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If you're intrigued by the idea that the principles of economics can actually influence and improve your daily decisions, Tyler Cowen's book is for you. It's a smart read that applies complex economic concepts to everyday life in a way that's both accessible and entertaining. Whether it's choosing a meal or handling a tedious meeting, you'll learn how to use incentives to better your life and interactions with others. Turn the dry world of economic theory into practical strategies for your personal growth and betterment.
Don't Worry, Make Money - Thryft
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Richard Carlson | Hyperion

Don't Worry, Make Money

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This book could be a good read for you if you're tired of being consumed by work and stress. "Don't Worry, Make Money" provides practical advice on how to achieve financial success without sacrificing your well-being. With its collection of insightful essays, this book offers a refreshing perspective on achieving wealth and living a fulfilling life. It's the perfect guide to help you break free from the burden of overwork and find balance in your career.
Reengineering Handbook : Step-by-step Guide to Business Transformation - Thryft
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Reengineering Handbook : Step-by-step Guide to Business Transformation

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The Reengineering Handbook is an essential read for business professionals who want to transform their company. The book provides a comprehensive guide that covers what reengineering involves and whether it's the right step for your organization. With a clear methodology outlined step-by-step, the book helps to avoid chaos and confusion during the reengineering process. One of the most unique features of this book is the "rapid reengineering" action plan, which helps businesses achieve success quickly and avoid any loss of productivity. This book is highly recommended for anyone looking to rejuvenate their business and take it to the next level.
Second Curve : Managing the Velocity of Change - Thryft
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Second Curve : Managing the Velocity of Change

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The book provides insight into the importance of identifying the right curve for sustainable and successful growth in business. It uses real-life examples to support the two-curve concept while explaining what works and what doesn't. It is a good read for business leaders and executives seeking to remain relevant in their industry and maintain market leadership.
The Ultimate Advantage : Creating the High-Involvement Organization - Thryft
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The Ultimate Advantage offers a comprehensive guide to implementing high-involvement management practices in organizations. It showcases successful companies like Hewlett-Packard, General Electric, and Xerox, which have implemented leadership structures, reward systems, job designs, and training programs that encourage employee involvement. This book would be a beneficial read for leaders and managers who want to foster a positive work environment and motivate their employees to take ownership in their work. The book imparts valuable insight into implementing practices such as skill-based pay, work teams, gain sharing, and improvement groups that contribute to employee greater involvement and success of the organization.
Heads You Win : How the Best Companies Think - Thryft
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"Heads You Win" provides practical advice on how to become more successful at problem-solving, decision-making, anticipating future trends, and sorting through complexity. This book is perfect for business leaders who want to gain a competitive edge by developing their critical thinking skills. Filled with real-life examples and case studies, this book offers actionable insights that readers can apply right away to their companies.
The Not-for-Profit CEO Workbook - Practical Steps to Attaining & Retaining the Corner Office +CD — - Thryft
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This workbook provides practical tools, techniques, and guidance to help new or aspiring non-profit CEOs develop essential traits and competencies for success in a challenging and competitive field. It includes case studies, customizable forms and a guide to creating a personalized strategic career plan. Highly recommended for non-profit professionals, current and aspiring CEOs, board members, and students.
Creative Intelligence : Discovering the Innovative Potential in Ourselves and Others - Thryft
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Recommendation: - This book is a great read if you're looking to tap into your creative side and unlock your full potential. Through the use of the Creative Potential Profile, the author helps you understand and measure your creativity, and provides strategies to promote and apply it effectively. This book will inspire you to think outside the box and embrace your inner innovator, making it a valuable resource for individuals and organizations seeking to thrive in today's fast-changing world.
Ted Talks: The Official TED Guide to Public Speaking - Thryft
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This book is a must-read for anyone who has ever been inspired by a TED talk. Chris Anderson, the curator of TED, provides an insider's guide to creating talks that are unforgettable. With insights from some of the most inspiring TED speakers, this book equips you with the tools to give a powerful and impactful talk. It will teach you how to craft your talk's content, deliver it effectively on stage, and ultimately, unleash your inner TED speaker. Get ready to transform your audience's worldview and create a lasting impact with your ideas.
Business Communication : Building Critical Skills with BComm GradeMax - Thryft
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"Business Communication" is an excellent read for individuals seeking to develop vital communication skills required in the business world. The innovative approach of the book allows instructors to focus on specific skills, making it ideal for short courses and different teaching approaches. Readers will appreciate the strong workplace activity orientation that helps them connect what they learn to what they do or will do on the job. With a solid grounding in business communication fundamentals, this book offers a practical and comprehensive guide for individuals looking to succeed in the workplace.
The Talent War: How to Find and Retain the Best People for Your Company - Thryft
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Kerry Larkan | Marshall Cavendish Corp

The Talent War: How to Find and Retain the Best People for Your Company

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In this competitive job market, you're probably facing the challenge of not only finding top talent but also holding onto it. "The Talent War" is a practical guide that feels like you're getting direct advice from a seasoned mentor. It doesn't just brush over the issues superficially; it dives into the real-life strategies of successful companies. It's a valuable resource if you're looking to shape a robust team culture and make hiring decisions that align with your company’s ethos and future goals.
Clarity : Focusing On What Matters - Thryft
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Shandel Slaten | Dynastiebooks

Clarity : Focusing On What Matters

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Recommendation: - This book is for individuals who feel overwhelmed and want to regain control of their lives. With 52 inspirational readings, it provides practical advice and tools to help you sharpen your vision, improve communication, manage time effectively, and build trust. It offers weekly questions to promote self-reflection and practical applications that will challenge you to become a better version of yourself. If you're ready to find clarity, focus on what matters, and achieve your goals, this book is a must-read.
Juran on Quality by Design : The New Steps for Planning Quality into Goods and Services - Thryft
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Juran on Quality by Design offers a comprehensive approach to planning quality that is applicable to the three major sectors of the economy. This book provides a practical plan for companies to achieve their strategic, market-driven goals by following a structural approach to planning quality. J.M. Juran emphasizes the importance of setting quality goals, planning in "multifunctional" processes, establishing data bases for quality planning, motivating managers and the work force, and introducing quality planning into organizations. It is an essential read for any business seeking to improve their quality planning and achieve success.
In the Sphere of Silence - Thryft
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Vijay Eswaran | Rythm House

In the Sphere of Silence

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This book is a guide to practicing daily reflective silence to achieve personal and professional growth. It offers practical techniques and personal anecdotes to help readers develop self-awareness, increase productivity, and achieve success in all areas of life. Recommended for those looking to improve their daily routine and achieve their goals.
Management Redeemed : Debunking the Fads That Undermine Our Corporate Performance - Thryft
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"Management Redeemed" would be a great read for individuals seeking to learn about prevalent but misconceived management practices. The author, Lex Donaldson, takes a comprehensive look at several global companies and debunks the myths they have adopted. The book focuses on the notion that a strong management system can improve an organization's performance contrary to popular beliefs that the opposite is true. Donaldson's expertise in organizational design comes through in his writing style, making the book an enjoyable and informative read for anyone interested in debunking corporate myths.
The Mafia Manager : A Guide to the Corporate Machiavelli - Thryft
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The Mafia Manager is a unique guide on leadership that takes a different approach than traditional business books. It uses the principles of the mafia to teach readers how to lead effectively by being smart, assertive, and strategic. It provides practical advice on how to handle office politics, how to manage time effectively, and how to make tough decisions. This book is a must-read for anyone looking to improve their leadership skills and navigate the complexities of the corporate world.
Jobshift : How To Prosper In A Workplace Without Jobs - Thryft
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Recommendation: This book is a must-read for anyone feeling uncertain about their future in the job market. With its insightful and forward-thinking approach, Job Shift will help you understand the evolving nature of work and guide you in finding new opportunities in the ever-changing landscape. Don't miss out on the valuable advice that will empower you to thrive in a workplace without traditional jobs.
ROI of Social Media : How to Improve the Return on Your Social Marketing Investment - Thryft
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This book is a great read for any business wanting to make the most out of their social media investments. It offers a comprehensive look at the current landscape and includes 15 case studies to help understand how global brands are successfully using social marketing to connect to their audience. With comprehensive analysis of basics, strategies, and tactics, the ROI of Social Media will help you manage social marketing programs, measure their successes, diagnose underperforming elements, and deliver extraordinary results.
Competency Based HRM : A Strategic Resource for Competency Mapping, Assessment and Development Centres - Thryft
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This book is a great resource for leaders who want to improve their organization's performance by mapping and developing employee competencies. It provides clear guidance on how to create a competency model that can be used for various HR processes, including training and development opportunities. The book's most unique feature is its practical approach and detailed timelines, making it easy for readers to implement the strategies mentioned. If you're looking to enhance your workforce and meet organizational goals, this book is a must-read.

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Thryft’s Business collection opens a world of strategic insights and innovative ideas. Here, you can find books that cater to aspiring entrepreneurs, seasoned leaders, and anyone eager to craft a future in the world of commerce and industry. From innovative practices to motivational stories, each book offers valuable lessons. Get ready to be inspired and enhance your professional journey.