Author: Jeffrey Sonnenfeld
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
Keywords: retire, ceos, happens, farewell, hero
Number of Pages: 336
Published: 1991-02-07
List price: $19.98
ISBN-10: 0195065832
ISBN-13: 9780195065831

How a business replaces its chief executive often determines that firm’s future. If a business does not effectively manage the transfer of power, utter turmoil can result, with profound implications not only for the CEO, but also for the other employees, the shareholders, and the community at large. Filled with inside stories from corporate boardrooms and fresh conceptual perspectives, The Hero’s Farewell describes in rich detail the factors that affect executive succession. Jeffrey Sonnenfeld offers the first close examination of the critical role a CEO’s departure style pla

Authors:Robert Gandossy, Jeffrey Sonnenfeld,
Publisher: Wiley
Keywords: inside, governance, leadership
Number of Pages: 320
Published: 2004-10-04
List price: $34.95
ISBN-10: 0471671851
ISBN-13: 9780471671855

At last, there’s a business leadership book that really tackles the tough issues of integrity and governance. Taking a unique approach to leadership, this book gathers the path-breaking perspectives of influential shareholder activists; opinion-leading CEOs of major firms; trailblazing, distinguished academics; and courageous regulators. The all-star roster of contributors from the corporate world and academia includes Vanguard’s John Bogle, former SEC Chairman Arthur Levitt, and Harvard Business School’s Rosabeth Moss Kanter. Sherron Watkins, Enron whistleblower and Time Person

Authors:Stefan Zweig Symposium, Marion Sonnenfeld, Marion So
Publisher: State University of New York Press
Keywords: humanist, yesterday, world, zweig, stefan
Number of Pages: 357
Published: 1983-07
List price: $29.50
ISBN-10: 0873955994
ISBN-13: 9780873955997

GLEANINGS IN EUROPE - FRANCE By JAMES FENIMORE COOPER Edited by ROBERT E. SPILLER, . November i, 1926 MY DEAR PROFESSOR SPILLER I inclose two impressions of Fenimore-Coopers seal as I promised you last summer. I want to tell you how much we are gratified at the re publication of Fenimore-Coopers France and Eng land, and at the possible publication in the future of others of his books of travel. The first, and only edition, has even disappeared from the shelves of the old book dealers. Very sincerely yours, JAMES FENIMORE COOPER. KANSAS CITY MO. PUBLIC LIBRARY CONTENTS INTRODUCTION AUTHORS PREF

Authors:Jeffrey R. Brown, Jeffrey B. Liebman, David A. Wise,
Publisher: University Of Chicago Press
Keywords: economic, research, conference, report, bureau, national, security, policy, changing, environment, social
Number of Pages: 472
Published: 2009-06-30
List price: $110.00
ISBN-10: 0226076482
ISBN-13: 9780226076485

Social Security Policy in a Changing Environment analyzes the changing economic and demographic environment in which social insurance programs that benefit elderly households will operate.  It also explores how these ongoing trends will affect future beneficiaries, under both the current social security program and potential reform options.    In this volume, an esteemed group of economists probes the challenge posed to Social Security by an aging population.  The researchers examine trends in private sector retirement saving and health care costs, as well as the uncertain nature of future

Authors:Matthew McKay, Jeffrey C. Wood, Jeffrey Brantley,
Publisher: New Harbinger Publications
Keywords: workbook, regulation, emotion, effectiveness, amp, distress, new, tolerance, interpersonal, harbinger, mindfulness, skills, therapy, behavior, practical, dbt, learning, exercises, dialectical
Number of Pages: 232
Published: 2007-07
List price: $22.95
ISBN-10: 1572245131
ISBN-13: 9781572245136

A Clear and Effective Approach to Learning DBT Skills First developed for treating borderline personality disorder, dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) has proven effective as treatment for a range of other mental health problems, especially for those characterized by overwhelming emotions. Research shows that DBT can improve your ability to handle distress without losing control and acting destructively. In order to make use of these techniques, you need to build skills in four key areas--distress tolerance, mindfulness, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness.

Authors:Jeffrey E. Kelsey, Charles B. Nemeroff, D. Jeffrey N
Publisher: Wiley-Liss
Keywords: professionals, health, mental, psychopharmacology, principles
Number of Pages: 408
Published: 2006-06-23
List price: $89.95
ISBN-10: 0471254010
ISBN-13: 9780471254010

Principles of Psychopharmacology for Mental Health Professionals addresses the current "split" model of mental health care, in which physicians provide pharmaco-therapy while non-prescribing practitioners oversee other services such as psychotherapy. Bringing these two areas together, this book familiarizes mental health professionals with the medications used to treat psychiatric disorders. Prepared by world-renowned psychopharmacologists and psychiatrists, this useful resource helps non-prescribing practitioners understand when and why a given medication is appropriate to use, when it

Authors:Julian S. Millstein, Jeffrey D. Neuburger, Jeffrey P
Publisher: Law Journal Seminars Press
Keywords: forms, disk, analysis, internet, business, doing
Number of Pages: 1100
Published: 1997-12-10
List price: $295.00
ISBN-10: 158852079X
ISBN-13: 9781588520791

With over 60 forms and checklists straight from actual Internet deals and transactions, "Doing Business on the Internet" is the most comprehensive, hands-on guide to the law of Internet commerce. Whether you are a novice or a "Webmaster," it provides you with both practical guidance you can immediately put to use and the legal underpinnings you need to do business online. From registering and protecting your domain name to contracting for Internet and Web site services, to patent, trademark and copyright issues, "Doing Business on the Internet" shows you how to adapt your business plans and st