Author: Mike Saxon
Publisher: Adams Media
Keywords: culture, understanding, customs, marketing, services, products, agreements, contracts, doing, guide, business, china, negotiating, american
Number of Pages: 256
Published: 2006-10-30
List price: $14.95
ISBN-10: 1593377304
ISBN-13: 9781593377304

Did you know? Americans have bought $185 billion worth of Chinese goods China’s economy is growing at an astounding rate of 9 percent a year The trade gap between the U.S. and China has been growing by more than 25 percent per year. Whether you work for a company doing business in China, or are an entrepreneur looking to export your goods and services An American’s Guide to Doing Business in China teaches you the practicalities and the pitfalls of dealing with this complex market. While there are undeniable opportunities in the Chinese market there is also a great deal of h

Authors:Gerald Michaelson, Steven Michaelson, Sun-tzu,
Publisher: Adams Media
Keywords: accomplish, important, goals, life, challenges, master, tzu, success, art, war, sun
Number of Pages: 224
Published: 2003-01-01
List price: $10.95
ISBN-10: 1580627765
ISBN-13: 9781580627764

Following up on the bestselling success of Sun Tzu: The Art of War for Managers, expert author and coach Gerald Michaelson expands Sun Tzu s ancient philosophy of warfare to personal development and success. In setting forth his success strategies for leaders, Sun Tzu established The Art of War as the world s first "self-help" book. Now the timeless text gets a modern interpretation for today s world. Sun Tzu for Success enables you to develop a deeper understanding of yourself and others as a way to gain the upper hand in all activities in life. Sun Tzu for Success helps you maximize

Authors:Terri Morrison, Wayne A. Conaway,
Publisher: Adams Media
Keywords: doing, business, countries, guide, bestselling, bow, shake, hands, kiss
Number of Pages: 592
Published: 2006-07-24
List price: $24.95
ISBN-10: 1593373686
ISBN-13: 9781593373689

More than a decade after establishing itself as the number-one book on international business etiquette, Kiss, Bow, or Shake Hands has been fully revised to reflect the profound global transformation that has occurred since its debut. In this new edition, author Terri Morrison McCarthy-the leading expert in this field-has included: Comprehensive updates for each of the book’s 60-plus country chapters Several brand-new sections, including Cultural IQ tests, "Know Before You Go" tips, and alerts on international security issues Additional chapters on Austria, Belize, Ireland, South Af

Authors:Terri Morrison, Wayne A. Conway,
Publisher: Adams Media
Keywords: hands, bow, kiss, countries, shake, asian, asia, shakes, business
Number of Pages: 256
Published: 2006-11-15
List price: $14.95
ISBN-10: 159869216X
ISBN-13: 9781598692167

Kiss, Bow, or Shake Hands: Asia reveals the subtleties of interaction, negotiation strategies, and professional skills you need to keep poised for success in your business travels. This comprehensive guide to Asia contains up-to-date information to lead you through social situations, business meetings, and understanding local culture. Americans must now consider how economies are continuously shifting all over Asia, and how Asian countries interact with the West and each other. Learn about business practices, cognitive styles, negotiation techniques, and social customs. Give the right gift

Authors:Burton Jay Nadler, Jordan Nadler, Justin Nadler,
Publisher: Adams Media
Keywords: words, scores, write, successful, papers, test, improve, school, essential, build, vocabulary, standardized
Number of Pages: 256
Published: 2004-04-07
List price: $8.95
ISBN-10: 1593372949
ISBN-13: 9781593372941

Do you want to ace your SATs, write literate papers, and find the perfect language to impress would-be bosses at job interviews? Words You Should Know in High School will help you achieve the success you’re looking for-one word at a time. This easy-to-use book features more than 1,000 essential words that arm you with the vocabulary you’ll need to tackle real-world tasks-from debating current events to writing essays for your college applications. Whether you’re an incoming freshman or a graduating senior, inside these engaging and enlightening pages, you’ll find se

Author: Jodee Blanco
Publisher: Adams Media
Keywords: inspirational, story, woman, one, laughing, stop
Number of Pages: 288
Published: 2003-03-01
List price: $12.95
ISBN-10: 1580628362
ISBN-13: 9781580628365

While other kids were daydreaming about dances, first kisses, and college, Jodee Blanco was just trying to figure out how to get from homeroom to study hall without being taunted or spit upon as she walked through the halls. This powerful, unforgettable memoir chronicles how one child was shunned and sometimes physically abused by her classmates from elementary school through high school. It is an unflinching look at what it means to be the outcast, how even the most loving parents can get it all wrong, why schools are often unable to prevent disaster, and how bullying has been misundersto

Author: John L Mariotti
Publisher: Adams Media
Keywords: crippling, company, customers, markets, crisis, products, complexity
Number of Pages: 256
Published: 2008-01-01
List price: $19.95
ISBN-10: 1598692143
ISBN-13: 9781598692143

Many companies today are in crisis. In the quest to grow their business in flat or declining markets, they have created dozens of new products and services while increasing their customer, vendor, and marketplace relationships. But even as top-line revenues go up, this rising tide of complexity is drowning bottom-line profits. The Complexity Crisis shows you how to streamline your business for greatest efficiency, effectiveness, and profitability. You’ll learn how to: Target complexity in your organization and reduce or eliminate it Build a simple, effective corporate structure