Chris Mobbs

Revealing the inspiring stories behind the 50 best innovative ideas that have changed the business world. Judged by an expert panel of entrepreneurs, business leaders and inventors, from the humble post-it note and the revolutionary fax machine to email, conference calls and pay per click.

"This book is of the kind you always wanted but didn't think would or could ever exist: the universal field theory of problem solving." Tom Sommerlatte Typically today's tasks in management and consulting include project management, running workshops and strategic work - all complex activities, which require a multitude of skills and competencies. This standard work, which is also well accepted amongst consultants, gives you a reference or cookbook-style access to the most important tools, including a rating of each tool in terms of applicability, ease of use and effectiveness. In this considerably enlarged third edition, Nicolai Andler presents 152 of such tools, grouped into task-specific categories: Definition of a Situation/Problem - Information Gathering - Creativity - Information Consolidation - Goal Setting - Strategic, Technical and Organisational Analysis - Evaluation and Decision Making - Project Management. Checklists and Application Scenarios further enhance the use of this toolbox. Information provided by this book is: - comprehensive and sufficiently wide in scope, combined with a practical level of detail without being too academic - reliable and proven in numerous real implemented cases - easy to apply due to many different search options, checklists, application scenarios and guiding instructions. Written by a professional consultant, business analyst and business coach, this book is a unique reference work and guide for those wanting to learn about or who are active in the fields of consulting, project management and problem solving in general, both in business and engineering: business coaches and management trainers, workshop moderators, consultants and managers, project managers, lecturers and students.

A leading economist charts the indirect road to happiness and wealth. Using dozens of practical examples from the worlds of business, politics, science, sports, literature, even parenting, esteemed economist John Kay proves a notion that feels at once paradoxical and deeply commonsensical: The best way to achieve any complex or broadly defined goal-from happiness to wealth to profit to preventing forest fires-is the indirect way. As Kay points out, we rarely know enough about the intricacies of important problems to tackle them head-on. And our unpredictable interactions with other people and the world at large mean that the path to our goals-and sometimes the goals themselves-will inevitably change. We can learn about our objectives and how to achieve them only through a gradual process of risk taking and discovery-what Kay calls obliquity. Kay traces this pathway to satisfaction as it manifests itself in nearly every aspect of life. The wealthiest people-from Andrew Carnegie to Bill Gates-achieved their riches through a passion for their work, not because they set materialistic goals. Research has shown that companies whose goal (as declared in mission statements) is excellent products or service are more profitable than companies whose stated goal is increasing profits. In the personal realm, a large body of evidence shows that parenthood is on a daily basis far more frustrating than happy- making. Yet parents are statistically happier than nonparents. Though their short-term pleasure is often thwarted by the demands of childrearing, the subtle-oblique-rewards of parenthood ultimately make them happier. Once he establishes the ubiquity of obliquity, Kay offers a wealth of practical guidance for avoiding the traps laid by the direct approach to complex problems. Directness blinds us to new information that contradicts our presumptions, fools us into confusing logic with truth, cuts us off from our intuition (which is the subconscious expression of our experience), shunts us away from alternative solutions that may be better than the one we're set on, and more. Kay also shows us how to acknowledge our limitations, redefine our goals to fit our skills, open our minds to new data and solutions, and otherwise live life with obliquity. This bracing manifesto will convince readers-or confirm their conviction-that the best route to satisfaction and success does not run through the bottom line.

A New York Times, Wall Street Journal, USA Today, Amazon Bestseller Reverse Innovation is the new business idea everyone is talking about. Why? Because it presents the blueprint for scaling growth in emerging markets, and importing low-cost and high impact innovations to mature ones. Innovation is no longer the exclusive domain of the Silicon Valley elite. Reverse Innovation will open your eyes to the fact that the dynamics of global innovation are changing—and if you want your firm to survive, you’d better pay attention. The gap between rich nations and emerging economies is closing. No longer will innovations travel the globe in only one direction, from developed to developing nations. They will also flow in reverse. CEOs of the world’s most influential companies agree and have cited Reverse Innovation as their playbook for the next generation of global growth. Authors Vijay Govindarajan and Chris Trimble of the Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth explain where, when, and why reverse innovation is on the rise and why the implications are so profound. Learn how to make innovation in emerging markets happen and how such innovations can unlock even greater opportunity throughout the world. You’ll follow some of the world’s leading companies (including GE, Deere & Company, P&G, and PepsiCo) through stories that illustrate exactly what works and what doesn’t. If you’re in a Western economy, you need to accept that the future lies far from home. But the idea is not just for Western audiences. If innovation is at the heart of your company or your career, no matter where you practice business, Reverse Innovation is a phenomenon you need to understand. This book will help you do that.

Ensure that your projects succeed every time Whether you are organising an important event or heading up a large team, running a project can be a daunting process. Spiralling costs and missed deadlines are part of everyday life for many project managers - in fact, more projects fail than succeed! But project management doesn't have to be this way. It is possible to manage projects that consistently meet deadlines and come in within budget. Brilliant Project Management shows you how. Drawing on over 30 years of experience, you’ll discover how to ensure your projects succeed every time. · Make a success of any project Deliver on your promises Save money, time and your sanity!It’s the ultimate guide to becoming a brilliant project manager.

Becoming more productive and a better person overall is not as difficult as you might think. All it takes is changing a few things daily and before you know it, you’ll be happier than ever before. Thanks to this 2-in-1 book, you can now learn about the first crucial steps of your journey to self-development.==========================================================Journaling: 52 Creative Ideas and Writing Prompts to Inspire Your Journaling Habit All Through the YearThis book will inspire you, guide you, and help you write an amazing Journal every single day. It guides you through each week with a well planned and thought out writing prompt that will walk you through all facets of life. It’s a fantastic way to develop yourself and become a better person, only by writing a few words daily!==========================================================The Ultimate Guide to Productivity: How To Get More Done In Less Time, And Stop Feeling OverwhelmedMost people don't know how to change their lives and habits so that they actually start getting more things done and at the same time live the life they always wanted. Do you recognize yourself in this description?If so, there is a solution, and we will go through that in this book. First, you need to learn how to defeat your worst enemy: procrastination! By ending procrastination, you will get an unfair advantage - you’ll start getting things done!

Learn how to close more real estate deals. . . and make more money in the process! Three expert investors and bestselling authors come together to show you how to get the most deals—and the best deals—on all of your investment property. With more than 1,000 successful real estate deals between them, J Scott, Mark Ferguson, and Carol Scott combine the science of negotiation with real world experience to dive into all aspects of the real estate negotiation process. From the first interaction with a buyer or seller, to renegotiating the contract after unexpected issues arise, to last-minute concessions at closing, you’ll learn everything you need to reach optimal agreements every time. Along with a step-by-step guide to the negotiation process, this book also contains dozens of true-life stories that highlight how strong negotiation can result in more and better deals. Real dialogue examples will teach you what to say and how to say it, effectively strengthening your ability to close profitable transactions. Whether you’re a real estate investor, agent, beginner, or veteran, you can use these expert strategies to create dynamic end results! Inside, you will learn: The psychology of building relationships to gain negotiating leverageHow to uncover information to tip negotiating outcomes in your favorStrategies for defining optimal offers, counter-offers, and using concessions to get your deal to the finish lineHow to overcome objections and renegotiate issues that arise from contract contingenciesSpecific tips for making/receiving offers through agents and buying properties from banks/HUDAnd much more!

MASTERING TWITTER IS THE MOST POWERFUL WAY TO GET YOUR VOICE HEARD AS A CREATIVE PROFESSIONAL In The #ArtOfTwitter, fantasy writer and Twitter coach Daniel Parsons explains how he grew a 90,000 strong army of loyal followers and gained real-world influence as an indie author. Breaking his tactics into short chapters and simple, actionable steps, he demonstrates exactly how any creative professional can achieve similar results. Whether you’re a writer, artist, musician, or any other creative professional, The #ArtOfTwitter will show you how to: - Understand the changing world of social media - Avoid common mistakes - Grow your popularity without being suspended - Gain a bigger audience by using hashtags - Build strong relationships with your followers - Nurture follower engagement - Save time with Twitter apps - Implement a strategy for sustained growth - Make money with Twitter ads - Ensure every tweet is a hit - Get real-world influence

<br/>Discover the 101+ Best FREE Hacks Used By Wildly Successful Entrepreneurs to Build Multi-Million Dollar Businesses!<br/>This compendium has been compiled by myself and my team as a result of years of vetting through THOUSANDS of tools and resource in the pursuit of the arsenal of tools of that will help us build and grow successful online businesses. <br/>whilst some were incredibly useful and saved us time, frustration, and made us more money... others were downright useless and even costed us business. <br/>We have gone out and found all of the tools you will ever need right now to help you build a successful online business so that you don't have to spend weeks and months figuring it all out yourself <br/>One of the best ways to find out what another successful entrepreneur is doing is by studying what they use and applying it in your own business <br/>Inside this book you will discover:<br/> Ad Tools<br/>Monitoring Analytics<br/>SEO Tools<br/>Social Media Tools<br/>Content Marketing Tools<br/>Analytics and Optimization Tools<br/>and Much, much more!<br/>Best of all? These tools are FREE to start using <br/>All of these tools will help you streamline, systematize and automate processes so that you attract more clients, make more sales, and make more money with less time, effort and capital required. <br/>So go ahead, scroll up and the click the "Buy now with 1-Click ®" Button now!<br/>

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PLEASE NOTE: This little FREE booklet does NOT provide detailed business blueprints or a course on how to start a business. It is a list of 597 Business Ideas and a few proven strategies to make them a reality. Pointers of what to do next once you've decided on a business option - and - where to get further training if needed.<br/>Whether you are looking to turn your passions and talents into a business, replace a job you hate or travel indefinitely, supported by a location independent business, this book will provide you with an abundance of ideas on how to do just that!<br/>Both online and local/offline options are covered as well as the use of platforms like:<br/>* Youtube<br/>* Podcasting<br/>* Kindle Publishing<br/>* Course Creation<br/>* eCommerce<br/>* Blog<br/>to broaden your reach and create additional income streams in your niche of choice.<br/>Looking to turn your house or car into an income stream?<br/>You will find many ideas here, some you probably never considered....<br/>PLEASE NOTE: this short little book does NOT provide detailed business plans or blueprints although a few general tactics are shared to get you started and relevant training resources are linked.<br/>The book does provide:<br/>* a list of 597 Ideas<br/>- a number of good training resources to help you with the next steps<br/>- an extensive list of platforms for both eCommerce and Freelancing business options<br/>- basic tips for niche selection, branding and further resources for marketing.<br/>If you want to find out how to start a small business from home, this book will give you many ideas on how you can turn your passions and talents into a profitable business.<br/>The 597 Business Ideas are grouped into the following skill groups to make the search easier:<br/>* Administrative<br/>* Arts & Crafts<br/>* Beauty<br/>* Car Skills & Use your Car<br/>* Computers<br/>* Consulting & Coaching<br/>* Cooking & Baking<br/>* Design<br/>* Electronics<br/>* Fashion<br/>* Finance<br/>* Fitness & Weight Loss<br/>* Foreign Language<br/>* Gardening<br/>* Handyman<br/>* Your Home<br/>* Humor / Comedy<br/>* Kids<br/>* Marketing<br/>* Movies<br/>* Music & Audio<br/>* Organizing<br/>* People Skills<br/>* Pets<br/>* Photo & Video<br/>* Reading<br/>* Dating & Relationships<br/>* Sports<br/>* Teaching<br/>* Travel<br/>* Web Skills<br/>* Writing<br/>* Misc.<br/>Ready to start a home based business, doing something you love?<br/>Then scroll up and hit the BUY Button - see you there...;-)

The reasons why you do not make money? You are not able to sell on Facebook! I want to show you the perfect strategic combinations to increase your sales by 400%. I'll show you the steps to get more traffic on your page and more leads into your email list. Thanks to these tips you will easily reach the "critical mass" of contacts, and you will start generating sales in automatic mode! In this manual you will discover: - How the Facebook algorithm works and how we can make money from it. - How to create a perfect ADS campaign for your type of business. - Which numbers really count to evaluate an ADS campaign. - How to create, heal and grow your fans page correctly. - How to get Leads after 30 days and touch critical mass. - Start selling and making money in "autopilot". The content you really need to take off your business on the most used social in the world. See you in the book.

A Very Short, Fairly Interesting and Reasonably Cheap Book about Studying Strategy is a welcoming, lively, and thought provoking account of strategy. It helps students get to grips with strategy′s key issues and broad debates and introduce them to the latest ideas that won′t yet have been covered in the classroom. Organized into three sections, concepts are made really accessible as the authors first recap the history of strategy as an academic discipline, then evaluate major schools of strategic thought, and conclude by critiquing the latest developments in strategic research.

Relevant across a range of management courses, the Second Edition of A Very Short Fairly Interesting and Reasonably Cheap Book About Studying Organizations offers students a lively, focused, and challenging discussion of classical and current ideas about organizations and their management. Building on the hugely popular First Edition, a new chapter explores the relationship between society and the economy, and the preoccupation with speed as it exists today.

The explosion of blogs, social networkingsites, wikis, video sharing sites, and otherpowerful digital communications platformsmay be the biggest game-changer to impactbusiness since mechanized manufacturing. In today’s Web 2.0 world, company stakeholders--including employees, customers,and investors--are empowered in waysunimaginable just a few years ago, andtraditional corporate hierarchies areyesterday’s news. Rather than attempt to turn back the clockand reassert strict, top-down control overstakeholder relationships, the smartestcompanies worldwide are responding withbold new digital communications strategiesbased on transparency, authenticity, andinclusion, instead of secrecy, artificiality,and exclusion. International corporate communicationsguru Paul A. Argenti provides a lively, up-to-the-minute review of the Web 2.0 landscapeand analyzes the increasingly central rolecorporate communications plays in virtuallyevery organizational function. Argenti andcoauthor Courtney Barnes advise corporateleaders on how to deploy proven strategiesfor using new and emerging digitalplatforms toManage brand identity andcompany reputationBuild a culture of engagementand transparencyTurn stakeholders into“company evangelists”Manage internal communications acrosstime zones and language barriersRecruit and retain the best talentDevelop compelling messages based oncustomer and investor needs and desiresArgenti and Barnes provide case studiesillustrating digital communications bestpractices at HP, Southwest Airlines, Sony,Dell, IBM, Starbucks, HBO, FedEx, GE, andother major players. This groundbreaking book will teach youhow to gain real, manageable control overyour organization’s communications intoday’s virtual world.

The Warren Buffett Accounting Book is the second volume learning experience to Warren Buffett's Three Favorite Books. This book teaches: 1. Two methods for calculating the intrinsic value of a company 2. What is a discount rate and how does it work 3. Detailed instructions on how to read an income statement, Balance sheet, and cash flow statement 4. How to calculate important ratios to properly value any business

“Business Adventures remains the best business book I’ve ever read.” —Bill Gates, The Wall Street Journal What do the $350 million Ford Motor Company disaster known as the Edsel, the fast and incredible rise of Xerox, and the unbelievable scandals at General Electric and Texas Gulf Sulphur have in common? Each is an example of how an iconic company was defined by a particular moment of fame or notoriety; these notable and fascinating accounts are as relevant today to understanding the intricacies of corporate life as they were when the events happened. Stories about Wall Street are infused with drama and adventure and reveal the machinations and volatile nature of the world of finance. Longtime New Yorker contributor John Brooks’s insightful reportage is so full of personality and critical detail that whether he is looking at the astounding market crash of 1962, the collapse of a well-known brokerage firm, or the bold attempt by American bankers to save the British pound, one gets the sense that history repeats itself. Five additional stories on equally fascinating subjects round out this wonderful collection that will both entertain and inform readers . . . Business Adventures is truly financial journalism at its liveliest and best.

"Nobody asked you to show up."Every experienced product manager has heard some version of those words at some point in their career. Think about a company. Engineers build the product. Designers make sure it has a great user experience and looks good. Marketing makes sure customers know about the product. Sales get potential customers to open their wallets to buy the product. What more does a company need? What does a product manager do?Based upon Product School’s curriculum, which has helped thousands of students become great product managers, The Product Book answers that question. Filled with practical advice, best practices, and expert tips, this book is here to help you succeed!

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