To Err Is Human... To Give Feedback, Divine


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Are you a manager, a teacher, a coach, or a parent? Do you find yourself giving feedback all the time? Do you find the whole affair cumbersome and challenging? Are you frequently assailed by doubts such as: • Do I really need to do this? • How and where should I begin? • Will they agree or accept what I am going to tell them? • What if the person starts to argue or justify their action? • Will it have an impact on our personal relationship? • Or, do I just ask someone else to do it? If you have answered YES to any one of the above questions, this book is a must read. To Err is Human… To Give Feedback, Divine: Discover the practical techniques of giving critical feedback in a subtle, yet potent style. The book is packed with case studies, tips, and enduring communication techniques, helps you give feedback in a structured form. Whether you want to give feedback to improve performance, raise awareness, motivate or provoke an action, the suggested strategies and tactics enable you to deliver feedback effectively and seamlessly!




Ergonomics for the Layman


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This book explains the application of ergonomics in three different areas of design, namely product, space, and communication. The book is written in layman's language and provides examples so that the reader can easily apply the principles to their designs. This book is easy to understand for those without a background in science and technology. It provides a guide for designers from diverse fields ranging from product design to graphic design and shows how to apply ergonomic principles in products from hand-held products to larger products. It explains the application of anthropometric dimensions, as well as how to design for different spaces ranging from bathrooms to cinema halls. It also focuses on the application of communication ranging from displays to graphic design and discusses the significance of color selection. This book is ideal for all design students, practicing designers in any field, design faculty, entry-level engineering students, and anyone who is interested in exploring the field of ergonomics. Features Specifically written in such a way to make it easily understood for those not educated in the field Shows how to apply the ergonomic principles in design Provides an overview of the topic of ergonomics Written in a storytelling format




Becoming a Great High School


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What will it take to move your high school to the next level? In Becoming a Great High School, former principal Tim Westerberg emphasizes that significant improvement in any high school must start with improving the quality of instruction in the classroom. But the isolated efforts of individual teachers aren't enough. If your school is functioning like "a collection of educational entrepreneurs held together by a common parking lot," it's time for teachers and administrators to work together and pursue comprehensive, coordinated strategies that will help all students succeed. Westerberg's 6+1 Model for High School Reform shows how high-achieving schools maintain success and identifies what other schools can do to achieve similar results: * Adopt a we-expect-success attitude. * Develop clear instructional goals. * Implement effective instruction. * Use frequent formative assessment. * Track student progress. * Provide timely intervention for struggling students. * Celebrate student success. Westerberg provides comprehensive research on high school reform from leading education experts, candid examples from his 26 years as a principal, and thought-provoking insights from other high school leaders who have taken up the call to improve their schools. If you're ready to take your high school to the next level, this book will give you the tools and strategies to make the leap and create a school that enables all students to reach their full potential.




Coping with Calamities


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This book is about three important words: coping, calamity and leader. Each of these has a dictionary definition and each is also very specific to the context within which they are used and subject to the perceptions of those who use them. "e;Coping"e; is defined by the Oxford English Dictionary as to contend evenly, grapple successfully. It is about recovery, about making it through the difficult times or over the obstacles. Implicit within coping, is the notion of survival, of being able to continue. So who is a "e;Leader? This book is based on the premise that we are all leaders. Some of us hold formal positional roles that we use to define ourselves as leaders, for others it is more subtle. Everyone in this book has demonstrated leadership within his or her community. Every person in this book is an ordinary leader - for whom ordinary, and sometimes extra-ordinary, mishaps happen. There are many books that cover the high profile leaders in the world. Our aim is to share with you what happens when every day leaders meet every day calamities, and how they cope with them.




Understanding Leadership for Nursing Associates


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Demonstrating leadership is entwined with many aspects of the nursing associate role. It is found in your workload management, prioritisation and delegation. It is found in the way you contribute to your team and supervise others. It is found in the way you deliver care and implement quality improvement. In short, understanding leadership is key to your future career. This book offers a first step into the world of leadership. Introducing the theory and principles of leadership you need to know, it shows you how to apply them to your every day role and build confidence in yourself as a leader. Key features - Fully mapped to the NMC Standards of Proficiency for Nursing Associates (2018) - Explains the theory and principles of leadership in clear, straightforward language - Case studies and activities illustrate leadership across a range of scenarios and care settings - Written specifically to address the unique experiences, challenges and requirements of the nursing associate role




Human Safety and Risk Management


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This book, written by two authors with extensive experience of lecturing on the 'Human Aspects of Safety' on training courses for safety practitioners, considers major psychological and organizational issues within the framework of health and safety at work and the management of risk, extending applied knowledge from psychology and related disciplines in new directions. The book reflects developing approaches to managing risk as it applies to individuals, teams and organizations in the workplace. Specifically it aims to improve understanding of ways in which human behaviour both influences, and can be shaped by, effective management of safety and risk in the workplace. For the safety and risk professional and student alike there are straightforward introductions to, and explorations of, the relevant aspects of behavioural science, supported by numerous examples. For those who wish to read further around the subject, this clear exposition of material is supplemented by references and sources of further reading. The basic appeal of the book lies in the coverage of material and logical progression through the various topics. The emphasis throughout is on the use of applied and theoretical approaches in explaining safety and risk applications. The book is as relevant to a practitioner as it is to a student audience, and contains guidance and advice relevant to practice, enforcement, teaching, training, research, consultancy and support services. Human Safety and Risk Management makes human aspects of safety and risk available to those who do not necessarily have a behavioural science background, including the informed lay reader.




From the Father to His Sons


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Currently, postmodernists produce ideas to defame God’s traditional family structure and eliminate patriarchs. They believe the family nucleus is repressive and fueled by “patriarchal tyranny”; therefore, it must be dismantled. After the dismantling, society will embrace a “new chaotic order,” which will usher in a distorted repackaging of “the family.” This unbiblical initiative is not wholeheartedly accepted in our nation. Unfortunately, it is being propagated by the media as normalcy. We must be spiritually prepared to defend our worldview against propaganda of this caliber. Cortez Wash is a husband and father who firmly holds strong biblical values. He believes fathers and husbands are crucial stakeholders in defending God’s unit: the family. In his book From the Father to His Sons: Conversations on Fatherhood and Husbandhood, Cortez reverberates Yahweh’s desire for fathers and husbands to return to the spiritual helm of their homes rightfully. He elaborates that God (Yahweh) wants husbands and fathers committed to: studying and obeying His Word daily, fasting and applying His principles as we abide in His purpose, loving, strengthening, and listening attentively to their wives loving, disciplining (in love), and instilling Christian principles in their children. Furthermore, Cortez expounds that husbands/fathers are equipped through the Holy Spirit to pull down strongholds and lead their homes. He believes God’s Word brings transformation, which will affect our homes, communities, workplaces, and the cities we live in. From the Father to His Sons: Conversations on Fatherhood and Husbandhood is an introspective text that causes the reader to take inventory and begin removing all spiritual hindrances.




Neuroethical Policy Design


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This volume focuses on the emergent field of neuroethics comparing and contrasting how two democracies, Canada and the United States, have begun adapting public policy design to better fit human minds. The book focuses on issues relevant to all members of the general population and discusses a series of policy issues arranged roughly in the order in which they become relevant in a typical person’s lifetime. After the introductory chapter each chapter considers an area of public policy particularly relevant to a different stage of life—from early childhood education policy, to policies for higher education and the workplace, to end of life decisions in living wills and advance directives. The author puts forth that making the shift towards more neurologically appropriate policy will likely be a gradual process hampered primarily by two issues. The first is the inability of neuroscientists to come to agreement on increasingly sophisticated research findings. The second issue points out that bringing policy and neurology into a more synchronous relationship requires a commitment to prolonged effort involves the largely unrecognized reality of entrenched neurological interests. The first chapter introduces the concept of disconnect between policy design with traditional understandings of the brain and goes on to highlight developments in the science of human neurology in recent years. To help contextualize the book, examples of neurological misperceptions are explored in this introductory chapter. Chapters Two through Eleven each explores a specific type of policy, incorporating understandings of the human brain which, modern neuroscience suggests, are debatable.​




How To Be Wrong: Embracing Your Personal Accountability – Your Key To A Happy, Successful, And Fulfilling Life


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HOW TO BE WRONG: EMBRACING YOUR PERSONAL ACCOUNTABILITY – YOUR KEY TO A HAPPY, SUCCESSFUL, AND FULFILLING LIFE Have you ever wondered how embracing your mistakes could be the key to a more fulfilling life? "HOW TO BE WRONG: EMBRACING YOUR PERSONAL ACCOUNTABILITY" is more than just a guide; it's a transformative journey through the art of owning up to one's errors and turning them into stepping stones for personal growth. At the heart of this insightful book lies the powerful concept of personal accountability. It's an exploration into the human psyche, unraveling why we fear being wrong and how we can break free from the perfectionism trap. This book guides you through the transformative process of shifting perspectives on mistakes, advocating for a growth mindset, and harnessing the lessons learned from errors. Key Highlights: - The psychology behind the fear of being wrong and strategies to overcome it. - Breaking the cycle of perfectionism by embracing the reality of imperfection. - How a growth mindset empowers you to see mistakes as opportunities. - Real-life stories of people who turned their errors into triumphs. - Detailed analysis of how mistakes offer valuable insights. - Techniques for facing criticism constructively and using feedback for personal growth. - Master the art of effective apologizing and rebuilding trust in personal and professional relationships. - Gain insights into building and leveraging personal support systems for your growth journey. - Understand the ripple effect of personal accountability in shaping a better society. Written by Braden Snap, who's approachable writing style and deep understanding make complex concepts accessible to all readers, helping them navigate the nuances of personal accountability. If you want to embrace your honesty and personal accountability, navigate life's challenges with confidence, build stronger relationships, and be the best version of yourself, then scroll up and buy "HOW TO BE WRONG: EMBRACING YOUR PERSONAL ACCOUNTABILITY" today. Join the countless others who have found a path to a happier, more successful, and fulfilling life through the powerful practice of embracing their mistakes.




Live, Love, Learn


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The Fourth Industrial Revolution requires a greater focus on skills such as collaboration, building relationships, compassion, empathy and ingenuity. Whether you're a student in school or a professional looking to grow your career, Live, Love, Learn will help you to: - identify your governing values; - live your authentic self; - discover your life purpose; - build new relationships; - be open to new opportunities; and - manage the talent within. Live, Love, Learn will show you that you don't have to sacrifice your values or hide your authentic personality to be successful. In fact, you'll discover how to successfully use your strengths to get to the next level in your career and life. This self-coaching guide will give you powerful exercises, tips and resources you can apply right away to gain more confidence, authenticity and effectiveness. Live, Love, Learn is essential reading for anyone who knows what they want and is looking for real advice to take their career to the next level without losing themselves in the process.




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