Jessica Rogers - Böcker

Behind these motivation boosting games - the experience and creativity of one of the world's leading experts on behavior! Did you know that...Disorganization is one of life's major sources of stress - and motivation killers? Anonymity is one of the greatest factors in motivating uninhibited creativity? Will power is poor tool for achieving motivation - skill power is a much more effective approach! For managers, leaders, and individuals seeking to motivate their teams - or themselves - here is a light-hearted book of games that are based on rigorous behavioral research, not just hype.Written by Dr. Robert Epstein, editor-in-chief of "Psychology Today" magazine and a Harvard-trained psychologist, this collection includes dozens of fast, simple games and exercises, as well as two unique tests that you can use to measure your "motivation competencies" and select the games you need the most. The energy-enhancing games help participants to: jump-start personal as well as team motivation; use color to boost mood - and energy; create a motivational environment; fight boredom and burnout; boost performance; overcome failure; stop procrastination; and much more!

Ironbridge Gorge is known as the birthplace of the Industrial Revolution. The deep gorge cut by the River Severn in Shropshire allowed access to the raw materials necessary for the early industrialists to manufacture iron and ceramics. The iconic cast-iron bridge that spans the gorge was opened in 1781, connecting the industrial and mining towns of Coalbrookdale, Madeley and Broseley, and today the area is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. As well as the towns and villages in the area, which also include Coalport and Jackfield, Iron Bridge Gorge is also home to 10 museums.Ironbridge Gorge Reflections features an exciting collection of historic and modern pictures that are individually merged to reveal how the area has changed over the decades. Each of the 180 pictures in this book combines a recent colour view of Ironbridge Gorge with the matching sepia archive scene. Through the split-image effect, readers can see how streets, buildings and everyday life have transformed with the passing of time. This fascinating visual chronicle ingeniously reflects past and present glimpses of Ironbridge Gorge and will be of interest to residents, visitors, local historians and all those with links to the area.

The field of marketing has seen an evolution in how brands communicate with consumers, how consumers communicate with brands, and how consumers communicate with each another. Digital technologies such as mobile phones, the internet, social media, and email and have contribute to what is known as the digital marketing landscape. While the basic principles of marketing have remained the same, the ways in which we accomplish marketing goals has seen significant advancements in recent years. Digital marketing offers unique ways to meet consumers where they are, engage with potential and existing consumers, capture the voice of the consumer; allow consumers to be part of a brands marketing message and narrative. This book is geared towards both students and professionals looking to explore the interconnectedness of digital technologies for marketing and branding purposes. This book offers an overview of the digital marketing landscape and how the various elements of digital work symbiotically.When the power of an integrated digital strategy is optimized, both consumers and brands benefit. This book will serve as a practical guide for both students and professionals in a variety of settings. Readers will become familiar with terminology, understand how the different areas of digital marketing connect and work together, and gain the knowledge needed to generate valuable and actionable managerial insights for informed decision-making.

Introduction to Environmental Studies: Interdisciplinary Readings provides students with a carefully selected collection of articles that help them navigate the most important topics in environmental studies, focusing on different connections between humans and the environment. The anthology emphasizes voices outside the white, male canon to provide students with diverse perspectives and a broader understanding of contemporary issues within the discipline.Opening chapters introduce environmental studies, sustainability, and the connection between humans and the resources we extract from the environment. Subsequent chapters examine the history of environmentalism in North America, how our relationship to the environment has evolved over time, a concise survey of key environmental processes, and issues related to climate change and our climate crisis. Students read about the environmental impact of our food production processes on different countries and groups of people; issues related to environmental justice; the ways in which human population affects the environmental sustainability of our future; and sustainable energy issues. The anthology's final chapters address environmental legislation and policies; ethical issues around consumption and collective responsibility; and the future of our environment. Featuring compelling and timely readings, Introduction to Environmental Studies is an ideal resource for courses within the discipline.