Sleeping with Your Smartphone


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Does it have to be this way? Can’t resist checking your smartphone or mobile device? Sure, all this connectivity keeps you in touch with your team and the office—but at what cost? In Sleeping with Your Smartphone, Harvard Business School professor Leslie Perlow reveals how you can disconnect and become more productive in the process. In fact, she shows that you can devote more time to your personal life and accomplish more at work. The good news is that this doesn’t require a grand organizational makeover or buy-in from the CEO. All it takes is collaboration between you and your team—working together and making small, doable changes. What started as an experiment with a six-person team at The Boston Consulting Group—one of the world’s elite management consulting firms—triggered a global initiative that eventually spanned more than nine hundred BCG teams in thirty countries across five continents. These teams confronted their nonstop workweeks and changed the way they worked, becoming more efficient and effective. The result? Employees were more satisfied with their work-life balance and with their work in general. And the firm was better able to recruit and retain employees. Clients also benefited—often in unexpected ways. In this engaging book, Perlow takes you inside BCG to witness the challenges and benefits of disconnecting. She provides a step-by-step guide to introducing change on your team—by establishing a collective goal, encouraging open dialogue, ensuring leadership support—and then spreading change to the rest of your firm. If you and your colleagues are grappling with the “always on” problem, it’s time to disconnect—and start reading.




Developing and Enhancing Teamwork in Organizations


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Developing and Enhancing Teamwork in Organizations Today’s team-based organizations face an unprecedented range of challenges. Many teams reflect the diversity of its members which vary in experience, education, and training. To add to the complexity, teams often include people who are not in the same room together, are geographically dispersed, and are connected only by electronic media. Developing and Enhancing Teamwork in Organizations is a volume in the SIOP Professional Practice Series that brings together leading edge practitioners and academics who share their knowledge about effective teamwork. The book contains evidence-based guidelines designed to offer practitioners advice, recommendations, and strategies for developing and sustaining teams that consistently function at peak performance. With contributions from leading experts in the field, this important resource covers team-based performance approaches from a wide range of activities and industries. For example, the volume explores team work in the NASA organization supporting astronauts, superior performance in football, and also in the military and industry. In addition, the contributors include information concerning healthcare organizations and their delivery of vital services. Each illustrative example reviews the lessons learned and the principles and the findings that were most influential when composing and managing a particular work team. International in scope, the volume clearly shows what it takes for team-based organizations to excel in the 21st Century. A division of the American Psychological Association and established in 1945, the Society for Industrial and Organizational Psychology (SIOP) is the premier association for professionals charged with enhancing human well-being and performance in organizational and work settings. SIOP has more than 7,000 members.




The Ideal Team Player


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In his classic book, The Five Dysfunctions of a Team, Patrick Lencioni laid out a groundbreaking approach for tackling the perilous group behaviors that destroy teamwork. Here he turns his focus to the individual, revealing the three indispensable virtues of an ideal team player. In The Ideal Team Player, Lencioni tells the story of Jeff Shanley, a leader desperate to save his uncle’s company by restoring its cultural commitment to teamwork. Jeff must crack the code on the virtues that real team players possess, and then build a culture of hiring and development around those virtues. Beyond the fable, Lencioni presents a practical framework and actionable tools for identifying, hiring, and developing ideal team players. Whether you’re a leader trying to create a culture around teamwork, a staffing professional looking to hire real team players, or a team player wanting to improve yourself, this book will prove to be as useful as it is compelling.




Teamwork and Project Management


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A succinct, to-the-point tutorial on project management--part of the expert-authored B.E.S.T. (Basic Engineering Series and Tools) series. Enhances the reader's comprehension of critical technical competencies in project management; team development dynamics and interpersonal problem-solving; and project scope, time, and cost management. Sparks critical thinking through cases, vignettes, and problems that provide a context for text material. Copyright © Libri GmbH. All rights reserved.




The Lean Builder: A Builder's Guide to Applying Lean Tools in the Field


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Sam Brooks, a young superintendent with ProCon Builders, has been given responsibility for the largest and most complicated project of his career. He struggles with all of the common difficulties in construction -- lack of communication, coordination issues, and other kinds of wasteful occurrences that rob his project of time and money, while leaving him and his team frustrated and overworked. Luckily, his friend, mentor, and co-worker, Alan Phillips, brings the benefit of his experience and his knowledge of Lean Construction tools and processes to help Sam learn valuable skills for improving the operation of his project. Together, Sam and Alan discuss the merits and explore the practical applications of: Daily Huddles Visual Communication The "Eight Wastes" Managing Constraints Pull Planning The Last Planner System(TM) Percent Plan Complete




The No-nonsense Guide to Leadership, Management and Team Working


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This book provides a straight forward and pragmatic guide to leadership, management and team working in contemporary library and information services. Contemporary managers and leaders in library and information services are working in a challenging context; dealing with multiple demands on their time, expertise and resources. This book translates theories in team work, management and leadership into practical guidance backed up with examples and case studies from current library and information workers globally. There is a focus on attitudes, values and practices that make for good leadership and management. The book covers: -analysing your environment, understanding culture and developing strategies -working in the senior team and making an impact -confident leadership and management, decision making, problem solving and managing crises -leading, managing and supervising your team, establishing working practices and conflict management -delegation, dealing with overload and evaluating outcomes -managing large and small projects and the people side of projects -innovation and management of the change process -communications, managing e-mails and text messages and effective use of social media -recruitment and selection and performance management -managing and leading complex teams including collaborative, multi-professional, partnership and virtual teams -budgeting, managing finances, tendering, crowdfunding and taking part in audits -managing work/life balance, coaching and mentoring, emotional intelligence, resilience and mindfulness. The No-Nonsense Guide to Leadership, Management and Teamwork is a book that a new or aspiring manager or team leader will use to guide them through the first few years in their new role. It will also provide guidance and support to new or aspiring directors of library services and help them to navigate their way through decision making and problem solving at senior levels. In addition, individual practitioners who are struggling to understand the management and leadership practices that they are experiencing may find that it helps them to make sense of their current environment.




Progress and Success through Time Management


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Introduction and the contents of the book Are you tired of feeling overwhelmed by the demands of your daily life? Do you often struggle to balance work, family, and personal goals? A “Progress and Success through Time Management” Guide to Effective Self-Management and Time Management" is here to transform your life. In this comprehensive guide, we delve into the essence of time, its characteristics, and the art of utilizing it to your advantage. Our systematic approach, supported by appropriate headings, will help you take control of your time and resources. We'll explore various aspects of time management, from understanding the types of time to practical steps for better utilization. You'll discover how to identify your life's aim, set short-term goals, and bring about positive changes. Learn to recognize the indicators of time wastage and tackle shared problems in time management. But this book is not just about managing time; it's about mastering your life. We delve into the elements of success, from cultivating a sense of responsibility and beautiful behavior to developing leadership attitudes. Discover the power of habits and skills that can make you more effective personally and professionally. Explore the five lanes of life—individual, educational, economic, family, and social—and learn how to thrive in each. We provide guidance and wisdom from renowned figures to inspire you on your journey to effective self-management. We'll also delve into time management, setting priorities, and organizing your tasks efficiently. Discover the 80/20 rule, learn to distinguish between important and urgent tasks, and develop flexibility in your approach. Our journey continues with demands for an organized life, the ability to say 'no' when necessary, and practical suggestions for daily life and across life’s lanes. Discover practical ways to save time, improve your conversation skills, and enhance your reading abilities. “Progress and Success through Time Management”: A Guide to Effective Self-Management and Time Management " is more than just a book; it's a roadmap to a better, more fulfilling life. With its detailed, systematic approach and actionable advice, this book will leave you feeling educated, informed, and empowered to take control of your time and future. Welcome to a journey of self-mastery and success! A. Understanding the Success B. The Time What is time and its Characteristics? Our Resources Benefits of Time Management The Meaning of Utilization of Time Types of Time C. Stages of Time Management Time Management Process Step One: Take Review Step Two: Identify your aim in life Step Three: Short-Term Goals Step Four: Bring Change Step Five: Practice D. Utilization of Time Utilization of Time (for males) Utilization of Time (for Women) Where does work come from: Keeping the record and analysing. How does the time pass? E. Our Wasted Time Indicators of the Wastage of Time Problems in our Time Management Types of Wastage of Time Where is our time wasted? Personal Actions Wastage of Time in Educational Life Wastage of Time in Social Life Wastage of time in family life Social Time Wasters Four Zones of Time Wasters Some other Time Wasters – How to save time from wastage? Dealing with unexpected visits from people Hide Outs Lack of Organization F. Literature-Terms Prime Time or Energy Level Effective and Efficient Important, Urgent, and Possible The 80-20 Rule Work Expands According to Time Aim and Objectives Goals Assessment To-do List Master List Perfectionism More time more you are saving Make your house a home The concept of Death and Hereafter Disinclination from the World Contentment Divine Blessing G. A few Elements of Success Sense of Responsibility Character Beautiful Behaviour A few constituents of etiquette Tit for Tat Leadership Attitude Attitude Attitude with Time Attitude with Tasks Attitude with Self Attitude with others Be ready for the Worst Some to-dos Habits What includes habits? Morals that should be your Habits Habits for better utilization of time Habits that will stay with you for life as principles Habits which make you Effective Abilities-Skills Take the lead of your life Discover your hidden Abilities The Abilities of Interpersonal Relations The Abilities regarding Work Working with people and getting the work done Business Skills in Contemporary Perspective Abilities in Social Life Abilities Required in Employment The Ability to Survive Office Politics Some Ingredients for Success at Job Learn Teamwork Adopt a Good Attitude Technology – Tools and Techniques Tools for Time Management Keep the Following in Mind while Scheduling: Use of Planners H. Five Lanes of Life Individual Life Educational Life Economic Life Family Life Social Life I. Pieces of Guidance Prophet Muhammad PBUH said: Companions J. Elements of Time Management Determine the Aim of Your Life Objectives or Targets Decide about your real Objectives Identify Important Challenges Practical Steps Do not let your Goals off your Sight Important Rules to Organize Goals Secrets to Attain Objectives Those who do not Succeed in their Objectives Develop Flexibility Why do people not set their Goals? K. Priorities management. Important Considerations Alternatives Select Highly Important Tasks Setting Priorities – The 80/20 Rule Postpone the delay-able Tasks. Practical method of setting priorities Important, urgent, and possible tasks Quadrant Q.1 Quadrant Q 2. Quadrant Q.3 Quadrant Q.4 To-do list and setting the priorities: Some other matters for priorities Tasks Analysis Impacts of Division of Time While determining Priorities Learn to distinguish between Important and Urgent Pre Plan Differentiate-important and unimportant Keep results in view Complete the selected tasks Try different durations of Time L. Demands of An Organized Life Planning The Formula of Success Regular Methods for the Renewal of Determination The Ability to say ‘no’ and seek apology Usually we say ‘yes’ due to two reasons: `A list of not-to-do tasks - proposed by Lee Half M. Essentials for Enhancing Performance Effective Ways of Doing Work Suggestions for better Performance Suggestions to work on the table Working with your Team and Your Tasks N. Suggestions-Daily Life Ways to Save Time Important points on Time Saving Why Time can be saved? Some more Ways of Saving Time O. Suggestions on Lanes of Life Process of Continuous Learning from Life Deep Connection with the Aim of Life Eye on the Official Role Correct Determination of Objectives Weekly Planning Practical Reflection of Honesty Measuring and Analysing Performance Good Practices P. Important Pursuits Improve your Conversation Skills How do I say more in fewer words? How to Improve the Reading Skill Prime Time Identification Chart Life Objectives and Goal Charts Notes to link Goals




The Discipline of Teams


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In The Discipline of Teams, Jon Katzenbach and Douglas Smith explore the often counter-intuitive features that make up high-performing teams—such as selecting team members for skill, not compatibility—and explain how managers can set specific goals to foster team development. The result is improved productivity and teams that can be counted on to deliver more than just the sum of their parts. Since 1922, Harvard Business Review has been a leading source of breakthrough ideas in management practice. The Harvard Business Review Classics series now offers you the opportunity to make these seminal pieces a part of your permanent management library. Each highly readable volume contains a groundbreaking idea that continues to shape best practices and inspire countless managers around the world.




Improving Teamwork in Organizations


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This edited volume applies the excellent work done in Crew Resource Management (CRM) in the aviation industry to training teams in other organizations. CRM is not only a design for training, but it also has been evaluated over time and shown great success. This lesson should be transferred to other nonaviation settings, and this book was written wi




Managing Technical People


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Well-known author and long-time manager Watts Humphrey offers keen insight into the special challenge of identifying, motivating, and organizing creative technical people, and the opportunities involved in managing these people.