{"product_id":"simple-solutions-harness-the-power-of-passion-and-simplicity-to-get-results-hardback-9780470048184","title":"Simple Solutions; Harness the Power of Passion and Simplicity to Get Results (Hardback) 9780470048184","description":"\u003cfont face=\"Georgia\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"6\"\u003eSimple Solutions\u003c\/font\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cfont size=\"5\"\u003eHarness the Power of Passion and Simplicity to Get Results\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"I strongly recommend this book to educators who are interested in helping all of their students become successful learners.\"\u003cbr\u003e —Steven W. Evans, Ph.D., Director, Alvin V. Baird Attention \u0026amp; Learning Disabilities Center, James Madison University, Harrisonburg, VA  \u003cp\u003e\"[T]his book sets the standard in delivering a comprehensive, state-of-the-art approach for understanding, treating and preventing classroom behavior difficulties. It should be on the bookshelves of all professionals who work in school settings. I will certainly recommend this text to my colleagues and students.\"\u003cbr\u003e —George J. DuPaul, Ph.D., Professor of School Psychology, Associate Chair, Education and Human Services, Lehigh University\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"4\"\u003eThomas Schmitt (Author), Arnold Perl (Author), Frederick W. Smith (Author)\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e9780470048184, Wiley\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003eHardback, published 9 January 2007\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e256 pages\u003cbr\u003e22.2 x 14.8 x 2.5 cm, 0.358 kg\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003eFedEx executive Tom Schmitt and management attorney Arnold Perl demonstrate how to break down complex problems into simple parts and solve them. They emphasize using the right tools in conjunction with providing forthright, enthusiastic leadership. The of leadership advocated by Schmitt and Perl combines old-school proven strategies and tactics with innovative new leadership metrics geared to today's business environment. Their brand of leadership is a blend of practicality and inspiration. Schmitt and Perl reinforce their advice with real case studies in effective leadership. (\u003ci\u003eFort Worth Star-Telegram\u003c\/i\u003e (Texas) on January 8, 2007)  \u003cp\u003eWith the conciseness of thought you expect from busy people, FedEx Corp. exec Tom Schmitt and longtime Memphis labor attorney \u003cb\u003eArnold\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003ePerl\u003c\/b\u003e have distilled years of managing people and projects into a book the diligent can digest in a night.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\"\u003cb\u003eSimple Solutions\u003c\/b\u003e: Harness the Power of Passion and Simplicity to Get Results\" is the only book in the world with a forward written by Frederick W. Smith.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAnd if the history of books endorsed by business management guru Tom Peters means anything, it's got a good chance of being a best seller.... The thesis, underlined in short chapters and bolstered with breakouts, is that the gentle melding of left- and right-brain tendencies, coupled with transparency, optimism and goal-oriented thinking, transforms people and situations.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThough their experiences were honed in different arenas, Perl and Schmitt suggest that any problem can be broken into small components and worked out, from ferrying kids in rush-hour traffic to planning a land swap at Memphis International Airport that allows both the Tennessee Air National Guard and FedEx to expand.-- The Commercial Appeal (Memphis), Distributed by \u003ci\u003eMcClatchy-Tribune Business News\u003c\/i\u003e, January 10, 2007 Wednesday)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003eCombining the rational, logical instincts of the left brain with the passionate and artful skills of the right brain, this book offers a leadership approach that is both highly effective and deeply inspirational. Perfect for anyone assuming a leadership position, it presents simple solutions on such topics as effective collaboration, achieving goals, leadership styles, team-building, inspiring people to success, and more.\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003eForeword (\u003ci\u003eFrederick W. Smith\u003c\/i\u003e).  \u003cp\u003eAbout the Authors.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntroduction.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 1 Simplicity: The Foundation of Leadership.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 2 Management Savvy: Work Smarter, Not Harder.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 3 Ambition: Be Ambitious for Your People and the Cause.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 4 People Skills: Making People the Top Priority.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 5 Leadership: Leave a Place Better than You Found It.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 6 Collaboration: Think \"One Big Team\".\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 7 Vision: Imagine the Possibilities.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 8 Time Management: Align Your Time with the Right Goals.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 9 Focus: Use a Laser, Not a Floodlight.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 10 Execution: Do It! Don’t Sacrifice Good for Better.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 11 Determination: Stick to It.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 12 Keep It Simple!\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIndex.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003eSubject Areas: Business \u0026amp; management [\u003ca title=\"See our other books on Business \u0026amp; management\" href=\"https:\/\/freshlyprintedbooks.co.uk\/search?q=%22Business%20\u0026amp;%20management%20%5BKJ%5D%22\"\u003eKJ\u003c\/a\u003e]\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003c\/font\u003e","brand":"Wiley","offers":[{"title":"Brand New","offer_id":52256833143064,"sku":"9780470048184","price":19.79,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0730\/2037\/5320\/files\/0470048182_163895.jpg?v=1781275195","url":"https:\/\/freshlyprintedbooks.co.uk\/products\/simple-solutions-harness-the-power-of-passion-and-simplicity-to-get-results-hardback-9780470048184","provider":"Freshly Printed Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}