Creativity expert Ken Robinson has carved out a niche for himself in the self-help genre. In his latest title, a sequel to the bestselling The Element, Robinson puts forth a strategy for self-analysis and introspection designed to bring about personal transformation. A British native now living in the United States, Robinson, with his conversational tone and relaxed cadence, seems to go out of …
What is the secret of talent? How do we unlock it? In this groundbreaking work, journalist and New York Times bestselling author Daniel Coyle provides parents, teachers, coaches, businesspeople—and everyone else—with tools they can use to maximize potential in themselves and others.Whether you’re coaching soccer or teaching a child to play the piano, writing a novel or trying to…
A leader's job is to unleash the unlimited store of potential in people."The vast majority of the workforce in any organization possesses far more talent, intelligence, capability, and creativity than their present jobs require or even allow.” - Dr. Stephen R. Covey That’s what Talent Unleashed is about—unleashing that unlimited store of potential in people. That’s a leader’s…
We all have unique talents that define who we are to the world. However, we often let our talents languish, covered by the facade of the person we think we should be. If you haven't yet discovered your unique abilities and put them into action, this book is for you! This innovative guide will make you your own talent scout. Through exercises that tap into the wisdom of the right brain, you…
Executives everywhere acknowledge that finding, retaining, and growing talent counts among their toughest business challenges. Yet to address this concern, many are turning to talent management practices that no longer work?because the environment they were tailored to no longer exists. In today’s uncertain world, managers can’t forecast their business needs accurately, never mind their ta…
In an effort to hire the best talent and unleash the innovation in your workforce, put these creative people in an open and flexible work environment, set them up with the latest technology, and encourage them to think outside the box - the next-generation company would emerge. This idea, that magazines like Fast Company and Industry Standard drooled over, turned out to be complete bunk. In com…
This work explains how human resource management must change if it is to remain a vital part of the organization and demonstrates how HR departments can move beyond a simple operational focus to a more strategic focus on managing human capital and knowledge. Important features of the knowledge economy are identified, and new roles for HR departments as human capital stewards, knowledge facilita…