Bøger af Mike Johnson

Leading into the movie, STAR TREK INTO DARKNESS, the crew of the ENTERPRISE becomes embroiled in a decades-old conflict between two factions of indigenous people on a remote planet. The flames of their conflict have been fanned by the unexpected presence of a former captain of the ENTERPRISE, long presumed dead. Plus, witness the shocking origin of Khan Noonien Singh from his earliest years through his rise to power during the epic Eugenics Wars and behold the events that led to his escape from Earth aboard the Botany Bay.

I wish this book had been available when I began my independent career. Theres only one word for it PRICELESS!!! -Shay McConnon, psychologist, trainer, coach, magician and mentor Grounded in common-sense and humour and very clear about what can send you off track.- Norman Walker, former global head of Human Resources for Novartis, now an independent senior executive coach and consultant on leadership AMUST read, for anyone thinking about life outside the organisation - Goran Hultin former Deputy Director General at the ILO (International Labour Office), now a successful independent consultant HOW TO WORK FOR YOURSELF AND MAKE IT WORKAre you thinking of starting up on your own and working for yourself? Do you need to know the nuts and bolts of setting up; marketing yourself and prospecting for new business; keeping things running on a day-to-day basis? Have you already made the leap and want to get more work, new clients, higher fees? This practical, no-nonsense book pulls no punches and gives you all the guidance you need to set yourself up and get work in the first place, plus all the know-how you need to survive, prosper and expand once youre up and running.See the books website at www.pearson-books.com/startinguponyourownfor up-to-the minute financial and tax information for small businesses and the self-employed.This book was previously known as Smarter Consulting.IF YOU NEVER WANT TO WORK FOR SOMEBODY ELSE AGAIN, YOU NEED STARTING UP ON YOUR OWN!Chances are that if you're looking at this book you are at least thinking about taking the big step of going it alone. Or you're already in business as an independent and you want to get better at it. Well, you've come to the right place. Starting Up On Your Own covers everything you need to get ready to work for yourself and, once you've taken the plunge, how to develop your business and stay the course. If youre not already in business, the first step is to decide if this is the right path for you. To help you with this critical decision, this book takes you through the reality of what's involved and has a unique self-assessment quiz to help you check out your suitability for the independent working lifestyle. Youre probably an expert in your chosen field. Thats great: youll be selling your expertise. But when you're working for yourself you have to be good at a whole lot of other things too. Starting Up On Your Own covers everything you need to do to make money and survive as an independent. * Where do I start?* How should I market myself?* How can I get repeat business from my clients?* How do I win new clients?* What should I charge and what do I need to do to make sure I get paid on time?* When can I put up my fees? (And when shouldnt I?)* Can I work from home?* How much will I need to invest?* Should I hire someone else to work for me?* How shall I organise my time? The answers to all these questions and more are right here. What are you waiting for? Mike Johnsonbegan life as an independent, freelance consultant in 1982, before founding a corporate communications firm in Brussels and London, following a career in journalism and corporate communication for multinational corporations. In 1999 he started again as an independent consultant and freelance. This book is about what he has learned on his freelance journey. His focus today centres around the world of work, talent management and corporate communication for both private and public organizations The author of eleven books on business and management issues, including Winning the People Wars, Talent Magnet and The New Rules of Engagement, Mike also developed a series of World of Work studies for the Financial Times and The Economistand for many international corporations and consulting firms. A frequent speaker at conferences and seminars around the globe, he is the founder and chairman of the independent global think-tank the FutureWork Forum (www.futureworkforum.com). Oh, yes, hes also quite good at working for himself!

Epilepsy is neither an illness or a disease, but rather a tendency of the brain to be triggered to cause a spasm, a seizure or a fit. This book provides advice on effective teaching and learning strategies that can be used in the classroom to help students with epilepsy. It is useful for teachers, trainees, SENCOs and teaching assistants.

Provides a critical 'snapshot' of the major management fashions and fads influencing business strategy. This book offers managers a balanced view based on evidence rather than missionary zeal, so that they can be better informed. Including checklists for action, it features first-hand views from managers at the chalkface.