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Greetings! I hail from Toronto, Ontario and I am happy to report that I have been working in marketing and publicity for more than 15 years. I graduated from McMaster University, in Canada, with an honor's degree in English. After an extended trip abroad that included 17 countries I pursued a...
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New book reveals the myth of multitaskingFeeling relieved? You should be. We are a nation addicted to a popular, enticing, and dangerously misleading drug called multitasking. Author Devora Zack was once hooked herself. People think they can do more by tackling several tasks at once. That is an i...
March 18, 2015
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Press Release: Sustainable Happiness
New Book Shows How to Live Simply, Live Well, and Make a Difference“This beautiful compilation of voices reminds us that happiness isn’t something we ‘find.’ It’s what we become as we align our lives with a thriving community and life-giving Earth. I highly recommend reading Sustainable Happiness...
March 18, 2015
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Press Release: The American Revolution of 1800
How Jefferson Rescued Democracy from Tyranny and Faction and What This Means Today, Fortieth Anniversary Edition"Through this deep dive into early U.S. history, Hartmann and Sisson draw our attention to a crucial distinction between a politics of ideas in search of liberty and prosperity for all ...
March 18, 2015
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Press Release: Rebalancing Society
New book provides insight on transforming our societyThe world is out of balance, says Henry Mintzberg, and the consequences are proving fateful: the degradation of our environment, the demise of our democracies, and the denigration of ourselves, with greed having been raised to some sort of high...
March 18, 2015
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Press Release: Change the Story, Change the Future
New book provides insight on transforming our societyBerrett-Koehler Publishers is pleased to present a new book by David C. Korten, Change the Story, Change the Future. The book describes how we humans live by stories and the stories that now govern our society set us on a path to certain self-d...
March 18, 2015
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Press Release: Got Your Attention?
“Whether you’re pitching, presenting, promoting, or persuading, you need to know how to be heard above the din. Sam Horn’s smart and snappy book will teach you how to get people’s attention –and keep it.” – Dan Pink, Author of TO SELL IS HUMAN and DRIVEOakland, CA – Berrett-Koehler Publishers is ...
March 18, 2015
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Press Release: The Orbital Perspective
Written from Ron Garan’s unique perspective as an astronaut, The Orbital Perspective reminds us of our common humanity and that the pressing challenges we face, we must face and resolve together through tolerance, dialogue and cooperation. —Kofi A. Annan Nobel Peace LaureateIt is said that to und...
March 18, 2015
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Cheryl Bachelder tells how she and her team engineered the extraordinary turnaround of Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen by making a tough but rewarding decision to lead through service.“Extraordinary! Dare to Serve describes the kind of leadership so desperately needed in the 21st century. A powerful bl...
March 18, 2015
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Press Release: What's Your Future Worth?
New book helps readers to use a powerful and proven decision-making tool in every aspect of their lifeThe future comes sooner than you might think. Reading What's Your Future Worth? is a great way to prepare. -- Steve Vernon, FSA, author of Money for LifeWhat’s your Future Worth? shows how to use...
March 18, 2015
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Press Release: Leadership For A Fractured World
“Leadership for a Fractured World is not your typical leadership manual; it’s an experience. It immediately drives you to want to act differently.” —Limor Benderly, Manager, Excellent Leader Program, Amdocs• KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERTISE: Williams interviewed fifteen renowned world leaders for this boo...
March 18, 2015
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Getting Your Thought Leadership Heard on the Web
An Effective Way to Launch Your Book, Extend the Life of Your Book, Build Your Business and your Brand, and Mark Yourself as a Thought Leader Article Writing Makes Your Book Constantly Relevant This tip sheet outlines the key strategies necessary for using article writing to promote t...
May 31, 2014
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How the Communications Department Helps Your Book Blast Off
Have you ever wondered how the Communications Department at Berrett-Koehler Publishers helps authors promote their books? Here's a thorough explanation of our process and timeline. Who Promotes: The Communications Department is comprised of the Communications Assistant , the Social Media...
May 31, 2014
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The Public Relations (PR) Process and Timeline
What: This tip sheet is designed to help you understand the PR process at Berrett-Koehler Publishers and to provide you with additional PR tips that you can use to help promote your book. Why: Understanding how the PR process works and what you can do to help will lead to more book s...
May 15, 2014
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Press Release: Overfished Ocean Strategy by Nadya Zhexembayeva
Overfished Ocean Strategy:Powering Up Innovation for a Resource-Deprived World By Nadya Zhexembayeva, Ph.D. Businesses need to make resource scarcity-the overfished ocean-their primary strategic consideration in order to survive long term. Managers who deeply understand and master this shift ...
May 14, 2014
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Press Release: Employee Surveys that Work by Alec Levenson
Employee Surveys That Work: Improving Design, Use, and Organizational Impact By Alex Levenson Employee Surveys That Work offers sensible, practical ways to make employee surveys more useful, accurate, and effective and counters a number of unhelpful but comm...
May 14, 2014
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Press Release: What Your Boss Really Wants From You by Steve Arneson
What Your Boss Really Wants From You New book describes 15 insights that help readers to improve the relationship with their boss. By Steve Arneson This outstanding book is a must read for both employees and bosses - it’s filled with practical exercises that will make you, your boss, and you...
May 14, 2014
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Press Release: Two Birds in a Tree by Ram Nidumolu
Two Birds in a Tree:Timeless Indian Wisdom for Business Leaders by Ram Nidumolu "Two Birds In A Tree helps open up our minds to the importance of leadership that is anchored in our interconnection. As leaders we need to listen more deeply to each other, find purpose in our work, and commit ...
May 13, 2014
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Press Release: Theory Building in Applied Disciplines by Richard Swanson & Thomas Chermack
Theory Building in Applied Disciplines by Richard A. Swanson , Thomas J. Chermack “Theory Building in Applied Disciplines is a long-overdue book. Swanson and Chermack have made a truly significant contribution to the development of practice-based theories that will enrich applied disciplines....
May 13, 2014
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Press Release: The Seven Paths by Anasazi Foundation
The Seven Paths:Changing One's Way of Walking in the World By Anasazi Foundation “Inspiring! The Seven Paths is filled with wisdom and truth-it is the perfect prescription for healing a broken heart.”-Wynonna Judd Too many people today have taken the wrong path. They walk alone, seeking ...
May 12, 2014
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Press Release: The Heart of Leadership by Mark Miller
The Heart of Leadership:Becoming a Leader People Want to Follow by Mark Miller “Mark once again demonstrates the power of a simple story well told. The Heart of Leadership will serve leaders around the world for decades to come.”-Dr. Henry Cloud, leadership consultant, psychologist, and bes...
May 12, 2014
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Press Release: The Business Solution to Poverty by Paul Polak & Mal Warwick
The Business Solution to Poverty: Designing Products and Services for Three Billion New Customers By Paul Polak and Mal Warwick “One of the most hopeful propositions to come along in a long time. Paul Polak and Mal Warwick’s approach is original, ambitious, and practical-and it just may be ...
May 12, 2014
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Press Release: Simply Managing by Henry Mintzberg
Simply Managing:What Managers Do-and Can Do Better by Henry Mintzberg In 2009, Henry Mintzberg’s Managing was given these honors: - One of the best books of the year by strategy+business and Library Journal magazines - The number two business book of the year by the Toronto Globe and Mail ...
May 12, 2014
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Press Release: Practicing Positive Leadership by Kim Cameron
Practicing Positive Leadership: Tools and Techniques That Create Extraordinary Results by Kim Cameron “When I learned to apply the techniques of positive leadership, my ability to influence others toward a common goal increased exponentially. Practicing positive leadership will transform your...
May 12, 2014
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Press Release: Make an Ethical Difference by Mark Pastin
Make an Ethical Difference By Mark Pastin New book provides practical tools to help readers become ethical leaders "Mark Pastin has written the only book on ethics that is worth reading."-Ian I. Mitroff, Professor Emeritus, Marshall School of Business, USC We are often skeptical that ther...
May 12, 2014
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Press Release: Embrace the Chaos by Bob Miglani
Embrace the Chaos by Bob MiglaniForeword by Richard Leider, Author of The Power of Purpose New Book Teaches Readers to Stop Overthinking and Start Living “If you feel your life is running you rather than you running your life, this book will show you how to achieve peace, order and calmness ...
May 12, 2014
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Press Release: Life Reimagined by Richard Leider and Alan Webber
Life Reimagined:Discovering Your New Life Possibilities by Richard J. Leider and Alan M. Webber Co-published with AARP When one chapter is finished and the next one has yet to be written we wonder, “What’s next?” For many it happens in midlife, but it can happen at any point. It’s a time f...
May 12, 2014
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Press Release: Learning from Leonardo by Fritjof Capra
Learning from Leonardo: Decoding the Notebooks of a Genius by Fritjof Capra “Fritjof Capra paints a vivid and compelling picture of one of the greatest geniuses in history, Leonardo Da Vinci, by skillfully weaving together all the different strands of Leonardo's master works and finally revea...
May 12, 2014
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Press Release: Humble Inquire by Edgar Schein
Humble Inquiry: The Gentle Art of Asking Instead of Telling by Edgar H. Schein “I have had the privilege of working with Ed Schein. Reading Humble Inquiry I could hear his voice asking me those humble questions that joined us in a mutual search for the answer. His book distills what he has l...
May 12, 2014
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Press Release: Teaching that Changes Lives by Marilee Adams
Teaching That Changes Lives: 12 Mindset Tools for Igniting the Love of Learning By Marilee Adams, PhD New book helps teachers rekindle their love of teaching and ignite students’ love of learning Enhances teacher effectiveness by providing educators with a deep, powerful, yet simple set...
May 12, 2014
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Press Release: Zip! Tips by Mike Song
Zip! Tips By Mike Song Manifesting Your Productivity Superpower “Boom! It takes guts to teach Microsoft leaders new ways to use our own technology. This book exceeded our expectations and had us all zipping along!” -Chuck Metzger, Senior Project Manager, Microsoft Ninety-two percent of...
May 12, 2014
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