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How to make a 150-year-old run faster, carry more load and make more money In the year 2000, the Indian Railways - the world's second largest railway network under a single management was nearly bankrupt. Over the next eight years, however, there was a dramatic improvement in its performance. From a cash surplus before dividend of Rs 1,071 crores in 2000, it achieved an estimated Rs 25,000 crores (or around Rs 13,000 crores after accounting for all expenditures, receipts and depreciation) in 2008. Alongside came a dynamic and differential tariff policy, and technical changes that led to an enhanced carrying capacity. How all this was accomplished is the focus of this riveting study of change and innovation in the Indian Railways. Based on an extensive examination of internal documents of the Railways and in-depth interviews with key people involved in the change process, authors V. Nilakant and S. Ramnarayan identify four distinctive features associated with the organization's renewal between 2004 and 2008. The change leveraged the strengths of the organization, instead of being preoccupied with its weaknesses. The aim was to change mindsets about costs, revenues, investment and business models. The momentum of the change process was sustained by fostering positive emotions. Changes were persistently and patiently seen to completion by focusing on results. Confronting several myths about organizational change, the book offers powerful lessons for managers and administrators grappling with the challenges of generating innovation and improving performance radically in a changing world.

Described as the Irish John Peel, Dave Fanning has been a major player in the Irish and global music scene for over 30 years.

The most fabulous Su Doku around

'Euphemisms are unpleasant truths wearing diplomatic cologne.'(Quentin Crisp). In his latest book, Nigel Rees, one of Britain's foremost commentators on English, has collected and explained 2467 examples of verbal perfume.

The ultimate Gaelic Football and Hurling quiz book, packed full of questions for all levels of knowledge

It's tricky, it's addictive, it will test your powers of logic - The Sun Su Doku is set to sweep the nation.

Quiz your family at home with crosswords, puzzles and games.Test your general knowledge with 80 two-in-one cryptic and coffee time crosswords from Britain's bestselling newspaper, The Sun.

The fourth title in this series, featuring a whole year's worth of the general-knowledge Big Quizword from the Saturday edition of The Sun.

Every Saturday the Sun publishes a large general knowledge crossword - the Quizword. The Quizword provides a real challenge and this book brings together over 100 crosswords to tax the enthusiast.

Test your general knowledeg with a whole year's worth of the general-knowledge Big Quizword from the Saturday edition of The Sun.

The fourth collection in a new series of word games books, taken from the daily column in The Sun newspaper.

The second title in a brand-new crossword book series, featuring a whole year's worth of the general-knowledge Big Quizword from the Saturday edition of The Sun.

A completely new concept in puzzle books. The third collection in this new series of word games books, taken from the daily column in The Sun newspaper.

Quiz your family at home with crosswords, puzzles and games.The third volume in this popular series of The Sun two-speed crossword books, featuring 80 two-in-one cryptic and coffee time crosswords from Britain's bestselling newspaper.

Quiz your family at home with crosswords, puzzles and games.The second volume in this brand-new series of The Sun two-speed crossword books, featuring 80 two-in-one cryptic and coffee time crosswords from Britain's bestselling newspaper.

Do you know the name of the first smash hit of Englebert Humperdinck? Or the name of South American plains without trees? Or perhaps the name of the model who became John Major's daughter-in-law?If you think you can answer any or all of the above questions, 'The Sun Jumbo Crossword Book 1' is probably for you.The Big Quizword appears every week on the Saturday Stumper page of 'The Sun'. With clues on subjects from American presidents to soap opera actors and from the names of 19th-century battles to the names of famous popstars, this jumbo-sized puzzle is a fantastic test of all-round general knowledge.And containing 52 crossword puzzles, there should be more than enough to keep you occupied for at least a couple of Saturdays.

From designing better baby shoes all the way to producingerotic videos, mompreneurs have been shaking up theworld of business even while working carpool to carpool. Formany women, self-employment is the answer to the challengeof combining work and family, which is why over 900,000 entrepreneursin Canada are women (many of them moms)-it'sone of the fastest growing segments of the Canadian economy.But starting a successful, lasting business isn't as simple as puttingdown the diaper bag and picking up a briefcase. Drawingon their own experiences as successful mompreneurs and thatof mompreneurs across Canada and the U.S., Amy Ballon andDanielle Botterell cover all the bases:. Deciding to take the plunge-is mompreneurship the answer?. Researching your business idea and developing a businessand marketing plan. Navigating the early stages of planning and financing. Balancing your business and family in the early stages and asyour business (and child) grows. Handling surprises and setbacks and managing growthWith informative sidebars and tips from Rebecca Reuber,Canada's leading expert on entrepreneurship, Mom Inc. is afriendly and hands-on look at the truth about mompreneurshipand the challenges of juggling business and family, and an authoritativeguide on how to start and run a successful business.

We like beer in Canada. We really, really like it. And it's not just a fly-by-night, sordid little affair. We're in it long term. We spend something like $8 billion a year on beer. From barley growers to label designers, more than 170,000 Canadians owe their fulltime jobs directly or indirectly to beer. The rest of us just do what we can to help.  In the long-awaited follow up to Notes on a Beermat, Pashley explores beer in Canada, covering many salient points, including chapters on . Frère Ambroise, Who Started It All (Unless He Didn't). Us Against Them: Canadians and Our Neighbours to the South. When Canadians Knew Squat: The Stubby in Our Lives. Beer: Isn't It Bad for You and Bad for the Planet?. Ale or Lager? East Is East and West Isn't. Barkeep! Gimme Another Light Dry Low-Carb Ice Beer with No Aftertaste. Are You a Beer Geek? (There's No Right Answer). The Future of Beer: Can I Afford to Drink Beer? (Can You Afford Not To?) And much, much more!

Six exciting hockey stories in one handy volumeA compilation of six bestselling I Can Read Hockey titles featuring hockey superstars including Wayne Gretzky, Auston Matthews, Jacques Plante and Hayley Wickenheiser, as well as incredible hockey moments like Sidney Crosby’s golden goal. Filled with action-packed illustrations, these Level 2 I Can Read stories are ideal for young hockey fans, future hockey stars and children learning to sound out words and sentences.

Packed with photos and fun——the perfect gift for every young hockey fanThe Ultimate Hockey Activity Book includes:Puzzles: word searches, crosswords and search-and-findsFun and games: hockey quizzes, jokes and hockey-themed games you can play off the iceTrivia and fun facts: about the NHL’s biggest stars and teams, and crazy moments on and off the iceFascinating features: how pucks and hockey sticks are made, and action-packed stories about the game’s biggest starsAnd much, much more!

Celebrate the power of crystals with this beautiful coloring book featuring black and white line drawings and color photos of some of the world’s most intriguing crystals, gems, and minerals.From the ancient world to today, crystals have been admired and revered for their beauty, extraordinary healing abilities, and mystical powers. Explore the unusual qualities and fascinating meanings of more than forty of the earth’s most potent natural wonders in this gorgeous coloring book filled with stunning images to color.Exquisitely crafted by Kate O’Hara, an artist who has previously illustrated successful guides to crystals, each illustration is accompanied by a page of text that explains the multifaceted significance of each gem, the guidance it is meant to offer contemporary readers, and tailored advice on coloring palettes, whether you prefer to use markers, pencils, pens, or paint. In addition, the inside back and front covers feature a full index—40 color photographs—of each of the crystals, gems, and minerals found inside the book.In an increasingly chaotic world, interest in the healing and soothing properties of the natural world continues to grow. Fans of crystals are attracted to their bright colors, unique mystical attributes, and comforting vibrations, which experts say can help with mindfulness goals such as stress relief, self-care, and affirmation. Harness the Healing Power of Crystals Coloring Book is a celebration of crystals’ beautiful aesthetics, a guide for using each crystal to improve well-being, and a wonderful way to experience the powerful sense of creativity, joy, and peacefulness that coloring evokes.

THE NATIONAL BESTSELLER—NOW IN PAPERBACKA riveting look behind the mask of an NHL goalie, The Save of My Life offers understanding and hope to anyone living with mental illnessBy the time he was twenty-two years old, goaltender Corey Hirsch had realized his childhood dream of playing in the NHL, won an Olympic medal and drunk from the Stanley Cup. While he excelled on the ice, out of the net Hirsch was plagued by persistent dark thoughts. On days when he could barely get out of bed, he was able to push aside the endless loop of dark thoughts running inside his brain long enough to win a game. But as soon as he got back home, the agonizing cycle started all over again. And it continued, until finally he was able to confide in a team trainer who helped him get the professional treatment he needed. Diagnosed with obsessive-compulsive disorder, Hirsch was able to embark on the rocky road to recovery. As one of the first professional athletes to talk openly about mental health, Hirsch wrote about his OCD for the Players’ Tribune. His piece remains one of the site’s most-read articles. As Hirsch says, “I am not insane. I am not a bad person. I am not weak. I have an illness, and there is a treatment.”

From social media sensation Lennnie, a full-color, illustrated self-care book filled with all-new insights to boost our mental health?wisdom to help us combat the negativity and hate, find acceptance and peace, and embrace the miracle of ourselves and the wonder of life itself. ?Hello humans, my name's Lennnie, I'm a little Blob that was sent by the book Gods to come check on you. So, let's get into it shall we? It really is a chaotic tornado sh*tstorm of debauchery out there . . . but I promise you're gonna be okay. Really Truly Absolutely Positively Fine. Even if it doesn't feel like it right now.? At a time when many of us yearn for a world filled with more kindness, compassion, and community, Lennnie?an adorable, sassy, loving animated blob?has become a social media star. A dose of Lennnie's gentle, down-to-earth positivity gets us get through even the darkest days, because Lennnie keeps it real, avoiding empty platitudes and reminding of us of the most important thing: love. Lennnie encourages us to disregard the haters, especially those negative voices that can fill our heads, and brings joy and happiness into our daily lives.Advice from a Blob features exclusive, all-new material covering a range of issues that matter most, both to Lennnie's avid fanbase and to everyone just discovering this beautiful little Blob. Packed with 130 unique, full-color illustrations with extended captions, this charming keepsake book offers wisdom and insights on important themes central to our mental health, including grief, loneliness, thought demons, failure, coping with change, anxiety, feeling lost, and finding your people. As Lennnie reminds us, no matter where we are in life, we've got this. copyright Lennnie, LLC

Classic crime fiction's 'Indiana Jones' Tony Medawar unearths more unpublished and uncollected stories from the Golden Age of suspense, including John Bude, John Dickson Carr, Dorothy L. Sayers and Julian Symons.

Ever tried to learn French and found it too hard? Bestselling language coach Paul Noble has a quick and easy way to get you back on track with his unique tried-and-tested method.* Keeps things simple with three basic rules; don't skip anything, don't try to memorise anything and cover up to test yourself.* A fun, jargon-free way to learn* Easy-to-understand French pronunciation* PROVEN to work; Paul can teach anyone a language, even people who think they're incapablePaul's course teaches you how to speak French more effectively, giving you the building blocks to form a huge range of conversations. This is a practical way to learn the aspects of language that you'll actually need and use; from booking a hotel room to navigating a menu, Paul will effortlessly build your confidence and give you the tools to handle any holiday situation. His 'word robbery' will also help unlock the range of vocabulary you already know.Ideal for first-time learners or people who struggled in school, this book will help you absorb information quickly and efficiently, just like you did learning English as a child. Forget the way you used to be taught; this course guarantees you minimum effort and maximum success without the need for complex grammar rules or jargon."e;There is nothing so complicated in foreign languages that it cannot be made simple."e; Paul NobleA quick, easy and fun way to unlock your basic language skills. Perfect for beginners, this book will give you all the information you need to build basic conversations and get by on your travels.Which Paul Noble product is right for me?I need a basic audio course for use on holiday or a business trip - choose The Essential Paul Noble Course.I am a beginner or near-beginner and need an in-depth audio course - choose The Paul Noble Complete Course.I have listened to a Complete Course and I would like to take my learning to the next level - choose The Paul Noble Next Steps Course.I have some understanding and have previously studied the language, I need a book to consolidate what I know and increase my conversational ability - choose The Paul Noble Unlocking Series.

There is a Teacher's pack and Pupil Resource Pack for each year. The Teacher's Pack contains:¿ 2 Diagnostic tests with answers and analysis grids¿ Units of teaching resources (1 per National Curriculum Attainment Target) each comprising:- Guided group session plan- Teaching activities

We have spent decades optimizing our waking hours, but what about the precious hours after we doze off (or try to)? Packed with fascinating facts and anecdotes, the life-changing tips in this book will show you how to find the perfect soundtrack for dozing off, how to create ideas while you are asleep, how to start a sleep journal to explore dreaming, and the best recipes for drinks and food that will make you drowsy.As the most active time for our brains and the most important element to a calmer, happier life, sleep has become the topic of our times. Drawing on the success of Calm, the #1 app for sleep, meditation and relaxation, Michael Acton Smith writes the ultimate handbook for healthy sleeping.Beautifully illustrated and packed with fascinating facts and anecdotes, these life-changing tips such as how to make your room sleep-friendly and how to use sleeping to improve learning, this book will tell you everything you ever needed to know about sleep but were too tired to ask. At once a bedside companion and a sleeping aide, The Magic of Sleep will be your solution to a better sleeping life, improving each of your waking hours.- Reduce your sleepless nights by finding the perfect soundtrack for dozing off.- Learn the new science of sleep, including how to create ideas while you're asleep.- Get to know your own subconscious by starting a sleep journal and exploring lucid dreaming.- Discover the best recipes for drinks and food that will make you drowsy.It's time to optimize sleep.

There is a Teacher's pack and Pupil Resource Pack for each year. The Pupil Resource Pack Pack contains:¿ Units (1 per National Curriculum Attainment Target), each containing- Independent work for practice- Quick test per unit¿ Summative end-of-year test