Bringing Out the Best in People


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The classic bestseller on performance management is updated to reflect changes in today's working environment. When an employer needs to know how to gain maximum performance from employees, renowned behavioral psychologist--Aubrey Daniels is the man to consult. What has made Daniels the man with the answers? His ability to apply scientifically based behavioral stimuli to the workplace while making it fun at the same time. Now Daniels updates his ground-breaking book with the latest and best motivational methods, perfected at such companies as Xerox, 3M, and Kodak. All-new material shows how to: create effective recognition and rewards systems in line with today's employees want; Stimulate innovations and creativity in new and exciting ways;overcome problems associated with poorly educated workers; motivate young employees from the minute they join the workforce.




Bringing Out the Best in People


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Originally published in 1985, this bestselling, essential book about management and motivation has over 1 million copies in print and remains relevant for today. Alan Loy McGinnis, author of the award-winning, international bestseller The Friendship Factor, studied great leaders throughout history, the most effective organizations of modern times, and prominent psychologists to culminate a wealth of motivational tips and ideas. In this book are 12 practical principles to help anyone -- parent, manager, teacher, friend -- motivate, inspire, influence, and build enthusiasm. Mastering the art of motivation and improving relational habits isn't easy but McGinnis includes encouragement alongside real-life examples to relay life application for any scenario. Every chapter is a must-read with deeper revelations on specific topics and powerful ways to focus one's energy toward change and improvement. People management, team-building, individual assessment, goal setting, accountability, and dealing with trouble-makers are just a few of the topics covered in the highly accessible chapters. McGinnis' positive and strengths-based approach inspires momentous change, allowing individuality and input along the way. Bringing out the best starts with you, and then you can bring out the best in others.




Bringing Out the Best in Your Husband


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Bookstore shelves are full of titles that tell women how to get what they want out of their man. But affectionate, long-lasting relationships thrive when the tables are turned--when each spouse focuses on giving, not getting. Bringing Out the Best in Your Husband delivers biblical and practical proven ways to encourage the man in every reader's life. This new book from bestselling author H. Norman Wright is packed with stories from wives struggling to understand their husbands' needs and desires; every woman will see herself and her marriage reflected in these deeply personal accounts. Readers will also hear the other side of the story: Men share the ups and downs of their marriage experiences and reveal the secret longings of their hearts. Every principle is presented with a true-to-life story so that wives can see the effects of encouragement, prayer, romance, and inspiration on marriages just like theirs. Based on his experience counseling thousands of couples over more than 40 years, Dr. Wright shows how great an impact spouses have on one another and how to turn that impact into a loving, joy-filled marriage that stands the test of time.




Bringing Out the Best in Others!


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The author shares his research in "high performers" revealing the secrets behind a successful business profile, particularly his findings about the differences between "firstborns" and "laterborns."




Bring Out the Best in Every Employee: How to Engage Your Whole Team by Making Every Leadership Moment Count


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"Drive business growth and real value by empowering the right people in any organizationIn Bring out the Best in Every Employee, behavioral experts and top global consultants Don Brown and Bill Hawkins deliver a proven, research-supported program for developing what they call an organizations "solid citizens"--the employees at the widest part of the bell curve. Brown and Hawkins surveyed more than 40,000 workers to learn what employees want from their managers. Through analysis of their research findings, the authors have developed actionable strategies that leaders can use to empower and engage the "true heart of the team," as well as methods for tapping into this potential to achieve a powerful competitive edge in this post-recession rebound. Don Brown is the owner and founder of Situational Services, Inc., a training and development company. Don is also a founding developer of the successful Vision to Results concepts and products. Bill Hawkins is an internationally respected expert in leadership effectiveness who coaches organizations and individuals on ways to develop leadership potential. He is member of the Learning Network, and the Peter Drucker Foundation "Thought Leaders Forum.""--




Bringing Out the Best


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Hundreds of ways to promote creativity and intellectual development--without pushing. Recommended by Head Start.




Bringing Out the Best in Everyone You Coach (PB)


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“Clearly written, well organized, and practical, we predict this will quickly become the ‘standard’ Enneagram coaching book for years to come.” Don Richard Riso and Russ Hudson, bestselling authors of Personality Types and The Wisdom of the Enneagram Create powerful growth programs tailor-made for each employee! Whether you’re a coach, manager, or mentor, the Enneagram System is a highly effective tool for creating self-aware employees that are easy to manage. Enneagram expert Ginger Lapid-Bogda explains how to use the system’s nine number types to pinpoint each person’s style, tap into his or her strengths, and design customized growth programs for each one. Cross-cultural and proven to be highly accurate, the Enneagram is the ideal tool for creating employees that: Communicate clearly Work more productively Collaborate effectively Make decisions with confidence Take personal responsibility Become better leaders Lapid-Bogda reveals which specific coaching techniques are the most effective based on individual style and provides a clear process for the three types of coaching: short-term, crisis, and long-term. Enneagram development time is shorter than in other programs, and results are clearer and longer-lasting. With Bringing Out the Best in Everyone You Coach, you have everything you need ensure that every employee exceeds his or her goals on a regular basis and contributes valuable talent to the entire business organization.




Bringing Out Their Best


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Here are more than 60 tales that exemplify, support, and promote the strong values and character traits that we wish to instill in our youth today. They also support the character education that is being mandated in state after state throughout the country. Grouped into 12 sections based on specific values, such as love, perserverance, fairness, and cooperation (with a separate chapter on dealing with bullies), these tales have been passed down through the ages in diverse cultures and traditions from all over the world—from Japan and India to Greece, Scotland, Africa, and the Americas. There are folktales, fables, Zen Buddhist tales, stories from the Judeo Christian Bible—even true historic tales. At the end of each section, educator and storyteller Norma Livo offers activity ideas and suggestions for discussions pertinent to specific stories and values. In addition, there is an appendix of general activity ideas that can be used in character education.




Bringing Out the Best in Your Child


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Sometimes the traits and behaviors that seem most frustrating and annoying in our children are indicators of positive strengths and future success. Stubbornness can be steadfastness. A strong will may exhibit leadership material. Arguing may indicate negotiating skills. When we identify the behavior in each child and see beyond it to the positive strength it contains, we will then be able to help him succeed by working with his learning style.




Bringing Out the Best in Students


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You’re already a good teacher. But you want more—for them and for yourself. You want to be the teacher your students remember, the one who makes real, positive differences in their lives. You want to become a legendary teacher. This book outlines the characteristics of legendary teachers. It shows you how to recognize and acknowledge those traits in your colleagues,] then cultivate them in yourself. Find out how you can: • Convey your high expectations for your students • Practice skillful communication • Develop a well-organized, well-run classroom • Motivate students to excellence Becoming a legendary teacher is a worthwhile goal. Expect as much from yourself as you do from your students. Be the good example that enables your students to do their best. Develop the skills to ensure that students want to come to school, want to learn, and want to succeed in your classroom.