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Corporate Governance
Economic and Financial Issues
AvKeasey,Kroonm Thompsonm. fl.
Inbunden, Engelska, 1997
3 590 kr
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There is little doubt that corporate governance has become one of the key issues for students of business and management in the 1990s. The text is the first to draw together the various strands of the debate from economics, finance, and accounting perspectives, and from an international angle that includes discussion of the issues as they relate to governance in the UK, USA, Germany, Japan and Eastern Europe. The editors identify four main approaches to Corporate Governance. These approaches can be divided into four models: The Principle-Agent or Finance Model; The Myopic-market Model (short-termism); The Abuse of Executive Power; and The Stakeholder Model.Topics covered include:the role of institutional investorsthe corporate boardthe market for corporate controlmanagement buyouts and venture capitalregulation and auditinggovernance in the public sectorThis will be an essential purchase for anyone studying corporate governance whether on an undergraduate degree or MBA.
Corporate Governance
Economic and Financial Issues
AvKevin Keasey,Steve Thompsonm. fl.
Häftad, Engelska, 1997
976 kr
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There is little doubt that corporate governance has become one of the key issues for students of business management in the 1990s. This text is the first to draw together the various strands of the debate from economics, finance, and accounting perspectives, and from an international angle that includes discussion of the issues as they relate to governance in the UK, USA, Germany, Japan, and Eastern Europe. The editors identify four main approaches to Corporate Governance. These approaches can be divided into four models:The Principal-Agent or Finance Model; The Myopic-market Model (short-termism); The Abuse of Executive Power; and The Stakeholder Model.Topics covered include:the role of institutional investorsthe corporate boardthe market for corporate controlmanagement buy-outs and venture capitalregulation and auditinggovernance in the public sectorThis will be an essential purchase for anyone studying corporate governance whether on an undergraduate degree or MBA.
Corporate Governance
Accountability, Enterprise and International Comparisons
AvKevin Keasey,Steve Thompsonm. fl.
Inbunden, Engelska, 2005
871 kr
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The decade since the publication of the Cadbury Report in1992 has seen growing interest in corporate governance. This growth has recently become an explosion with major corporate scandals such as WorldCom and Enron in the US, the international diffusion of corporate governance codes and wider interest in researching corporate governance in different institutional contexts and through different subject lenses. In view of these developments, this book will be a rigorous update and development of the editor’s earlier work, Corporate Governance: Economic, Management and Financial Issues. Each chapter, written by an expert in the subject offers a high level review of the topic, embracing material from financial accounting, strategy and economic perspectives.
Corporate Governance
Accountability, Enterprise and International Comparisons
AvMichael Wright,Steve Thompsonm. fl.
E-bok
PDF, Engelska, 2005
1 001 kr
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The decade since the publication of the Cadbury Report in1992 has seen growing interest in corporate governance. This growth has recently become an explosion with major corporate scandals such as WorldCom and Enron in the US, the international diffusion of corporate governance codes and wider interest in researching corporate governance in different institutional contexts and through different subject lenses.
In view of these developments, this book will be a rigorous update and development of the editor’s earlier work, Corporate Governance: Economic, Management and Financial Issues. Each chapter, written by an expert in the subject offers a high level review of the topic, embracing material from financial accounting, strategy and economic perspectives.
Del 1 - Studies in Welsh History
Unemployment, Poverty and Health in Interwar South Wales
AvSteve Thompson
Inbunden, Engelska, 2006
234 kr
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The economic depression of the interwar period marks a fundamental turning-point in Welsh history, and in particular the history of south Wales, when decades of breakneck industrialisation, urbanisation and in-migration came to an end and were followed by a period scarred by unemployment, poverty and emigration. This study examines the human costs of unemployment and poverty through a study of the health of the population of south Wales. It contributes to the 'healthy or hungry thirties' debate about the effects of unemployment and poverty on health in interwar Britain through an examination of south Wales, the region of Britain that experienced the highest levels of levels of unemployment and the greatest degrees of poverty. It examines patterns of health and mortality in different types of community in south Wales and undertakes a systematic and rigorous examination of the statistical data. Chapters on the working-class domestic economy, housing, environment, diet and medical services ascertain the consequences of unemployment and poverty on the everyday lives of working-class families.
Relationship Marketing-View From the Top and What It Really Takes To Get There: Network Marketing Guide to Massive Success!
AvSteve Thompson
Häftad, Engelska
253 kr
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Wild Swans
AvSteve Thompson,Hans C Andersen
Inbunden, Engelska, 2025
255 kr
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Wider World Exam Practice: Pearson Tests of English General Level 2(B1)
AvSteve Baxter,Terry Cookm. fl.
Häftad, Engelska, 2017
238 kr
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Wider World Exam Practice: Pearson Test of English General Level 2 offers students intensive exam practice and support, and works alongside the Students' Book. Powered by Practice Tests Plus, it combines realistic exam practice with guidance and strategies for dealing with each exam paper.
Team Together Starter Activity Book
AvAnna Osborn,Steve Thompson
Häftad, Engelska, 2020
308 kr
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The Activity Book includes practice of vocabulary, listening, speaking, letter recognition and further develops fine motor skills. The Activity Book also includes stickers.
Real life, a Dream and a Tall Tale
AvSteve Thompson
Inbunden, Engelska, 2013
304 kr
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PTEG SkBoost 2 SBK/CD Pack
Pearson Education
2010
571 kr
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The Skills Booster provides five complete practice tests which follow the format of the test so that you can:
Understand the features and format of the test Learn how to respond to each item type Practice answering authentic questions prepared by the test developers Practice items for each of the language skills: reading, writing, listening and speaking Focus on the language related to the themes of the test with vocabulary and grammar practice sections Study new words and phrases for each unit with the Glossary Improve test-taking strategies with test tips, the writing guide and model answers for each exam task type
PTEG GenSkBoost 2 TBK/CD Pack
Pearson Education
2011
571 kr
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The Pearson Test of English General Skills Boosters are a series of practice tests with guidance that offers complete preparation for PTE General. Pearson Test of English Skills Boosters are written by the developers of the test. The Skills Booster provides five complete practice tests which follow the format of the exam.
Get Your Smile On: Finally Refreshing Answers to your Biggest Dental Questions
AvSteve Thompson
Häftad, Engelska
196 kr
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Enhanced Evolution: The Miracle of Using External Information
AvSteve Thompson
Häftad, Engelska
158 kr
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The Irresistible Value Proposition: Make the Customer Want What You're Selling and Want It Now
AvSteve Thompson
Häftad, Engelska
242 kr
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Irresistible Value Proposition
Make the Customer Want What You''re Selling and Want It Now
AvSteve Thompson
E-bok
Engelska, 2019
118 kr
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The Irresistible Value Proposition takes the least understood concept inbusiness–value–and turns it into a powerful selling tool! In B2B sales, you makeyour value proposition irresistible when you: 1. Tie it to both business andpersonal priorities of key decision makers 2. Highlight your incremental value totheir most likely alternative 3. Present it using the customer''s success metricsLearn to make the customer want what you''re selling–and want it now–by clearlycommunicating your value in their language.
The Compelling Proposal: Make it Easy for the Customer to Buy From You!
AvSteve Thompson
Häftad, Engelska
242 kr
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Compelling Proposal
Make It Easy for the Customer to Buy from You!
AvSteve Thompson
E-bok
Engelska, 2019
118 kr
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The Compelling Proposal builds on the principles in The Irresistible ValueProposition to transform the document that everyone loves to hate—on both sides ofthe deal—into a concise seven-page tool for bridging selling and negotiation.Written in the customer''s language, your compelling proposal will dramaticallyincrease engagement by presenting multiple acceptable options to the buyer, givingthem a rare opportunity to participate in crafting a deal that is good for bothsides. As a result, you will establish trust, build credibility, and make it easyfor the customer to buy from you! From the book: "The current state of supplierproposals is truly abysmal." "The compelling proposal is focused on the customer,the outcomes they are trying to achieve, the deal levers that will best enable themto achieve those results, and options for moving forward. What customer would notlike that?" "Your role is to make it easy for the customer to choose you and yourfirm by building trust and credibility while managing any uncertainty surroundingthe deal." "If you want your customer to trust you, show them what you know abouttheir business, not what you know about yours."
Must-Win Deals: How to Close Them (and Why We Lose Them)
AvSteve Thompson
Häftad, Engelska
242 kr
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Painless Negotiation
Anchor Your Way to a Great Deal … for Everyone
AvSteve Thompson
E-bok
Engelska, 2021
118 kr
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The Painless Negotiation leverages the principles of The Compelling Proposal toturn "negotiations" into straightforward business discussions on how to bestmaximize the value in a deal for both parties. Using just three key concepts, anyonecan accurately diagnose which side has the power, how compelling a deal is and towhom, how to trade to overcome obstacles, and how to frame the "right negotiation"to implement the best negotiation strategy. Negotiating the "right way" then meansensuring we always trade (versus concede) and that no single thing is ever taken offthe table—or agreed to—until the whole deal is agreed to. From the book: "The formalnegotiation is ... where either all the good things you''ve done can pay bigdividends, or all the ''sins'' you''ve committed will have to be atoned for." "Notcreating value when selling and/or failing to ensure value delivery from previouspurchases ... are the primary reasons that deals get stuck at the point ofnegotiation." "While it may seem counterintuitive, it is easier to negotiate a dealwith a dozen deal levers on the table than with just one or two." "How you managethe negotiation with procurement will have a big influence on how the customer feelsabout the deal they make with you."
Painless Negotiation
Anchor Your Way to a Great Deal ... for Everyone
AvSteve Thompson
Häftad, Engelska, 2021
144 kr
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Can't-Lose Accounts
Deliver Value and Make It Simple to Renew and Buy More!
AvSteve Thompson
Häftad, Engelska, 2022
154 kr
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CAN'T-LOSE ACCOUNTS
DELIVER VALUE AND MAKE IT SIMPLE TO RENEW AND BUY MORE!
AvSteve Thompson
E-bok
Engelska, 2022
118 kr
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Can''t-Lose Accounts brings the Value LifecycleTM full circle with simple tools tohelp you leverage delivered value and drive repeat business with existing happycustomers. Cross-selling and upselling opportunities are the holy grail of selling.Satisfied key stakeholders will do most of your "selling" legwork for you when theycan justify and articulate the past value you''ve delivered. Get credit for thatvalue, and make it the cornerstone of an ongoing, mutually beneficial relationshipbetween buyer and seller. From the book: "Your goal is not to just win a deal but towin a long-term customer, one that will renew readily and proactively bring newopportunities for you to grow the relationship." "We should always remember howdifficult it is for the customer to buy—and then demonstrate internally that theymade a good business decision." "When you deliver value to the people that matter,you make it very hard for a competitor to steal that business." "Simply put, PastValue Delivered drives customer retention and growth."
Smiling Success
AvSteve Thompson,Dan Swanson
Häftad, Engelska, 2013
217 kr
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Unforgettable
Winner of the Sunday Times Sports Book of the Year Award
AvSteve Thompson
Inbunden, Engelska, 2022
225 kr
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In 2003, England won the Rugby World Cup. Steve Thompson was there, in England's front row, at the heart of the match, and at the heart of the scrum - one of sport's most destructive, repetitive impacts.But the triumphs came at a cost. When rugby union turned professional, Steve was plunged into a game where raw power meant everything. Today, he remembers nothing about playing in that final. In his words, watching the tape back is like watching a ghost.The years of hurt in an era of professional meat shields, and the culture of sucking up punishment and coming back for more, have taken a terrible toll. Steve has been diagnosed with early onset dementia, and probable chronic traumatic encephalopathy. He is in his early forties. There are days when he doesn't remember the names of his wife and four kids.Unforgettable is part sports memoir - with stories contributed by his world-cup winning teammates and his former manager, Sir Clive Woodward - and part raw human storytelling. In it, Steve will make memories for himself and for his children, and will relive the biggest battle of his life, with his toughest opponent - his own mind.Despite the constant reminders of what has been lost, and what is still to lose, Steve's powerful story is one of hope and courage. Unforgettable stands as testament to the ultimate strength of the human mind - and to a man no longer pushing himself to the limit for competition, but for his own place in the world.
Unforgettable
Winner of the Sunday Times Sports Book of the Year Award
AvSteve Thompson
Häftad, Engelska, 2022
172 kr
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**Winner of the Sunday Times Sports Book of the Year Award 2023****Winner of the Rugby Book of the Year Award 2023****Longlisted for the William Hill Sports Book of the Year Award 2022**'Powerful, moving' - The Guardian'A deeply affecting read [...] among the most important ever' - Daily Mail'So powerful. This book might just change the way you think about sport forever' - Sir Clive Woodward'As brave as they come' - Gareth Thomas'Moving and profound' - The Times'Heartbreaking' - Owen Slot, The Times'I'm in my early forties. There are days when I don't remember the names of my wife and four kids . . .'RUGBY, DEMENTIA AND THE FIGHT OF MY LIFEIn 2003, England won the Rugby World Cup. Steve Thompson was in England's front row, at the heart of the match, and at the heart of the scrum - one of sport's most violent battlegrounds.But triumph came at a cost. Today, he remembers nothing about playing in that final. In his words, watching the tape back is like watching a ghost.The years of hurt, and the culture of sucking up punishment and coming back for more, have taken a terrible toll. Steve has been diagnosed with early onset dementia, and serious progressive brain damage. Steve and his wife Steph had a happy family life planned, with decades ahead of them. Now he needs to capture these elusive memories for the sake of his children, before they disappear forever.With stories contributed by his world-cup winning teammates and his former manager, Sir Clive Woodward, Unforgettable is raw, powerful storytelling. This tale of hope and courage stands as testament to the ultimate strength of the human mind - and to a man no longer pushing himself to the limit for competition, but for his own place in the world.
Unforgettable
Winner of the Sunday Times Sports Book of the Year Award
AvSteve Thompson
E-bok
Engelska, 2022
82 kr
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**Winner of the Sunday Times Sports Book of the Year Award 2023****Winner of the Rugby Book of the Year Award 2023****Longlisted for the William Hill Sports Book of the Year Award 2022**''Powerful, moving'' - The Guardian''A deeply affecting read [...] among the most important ever'' - Daily Mail''So powerful. This book might just change the way you think about sport forever'' - Sir Clive Woodward''As brave as they come'' - Gareth Thomas''Moving and profound'' - The Times''Heartbreaking'' - Owen Slot, The Times''I''m in my early forties. There are days when I don''t remember the names of my wife and four kids . . .''RUGBY, DEMENTIA AND THE FIGHT OF MY LIFEIn 2003, England won the Rugby World Cup. Steve Thompson was in England''s front row, at the heart of the match, and at the heart of the scrum - one of sport''s most violent battlegrounds.But triumph came at a cost. Today, he remembers nothing about playing in that final. In his words, watching the tape back is like watching a ghost.The years of hurt, and the culture of sucking up punishment and coming back for more, have taken a terrible toll. Steve has been diagnosed with early onset dementia, and serious progressive brain damage. Steve and his wife Steph had a happy family life planned, with decades ahead of them. Now he needs to capture these elusive memories for the sake of his children, before they disappear forever.With stories contributed by his world-cup winning teammates and his former manager, Sir Clive Woodward, Unforgettable is raw, powerful storytelling. This tale of hope and courage stands as testament to the ultimate strength of the human mind - and to a man no longer pushing himself to the limit for competition, but for his own place in the world.
Unforgettable
Winner of the Sunday Times Sports Book of the Year Award
AvSteve Thompson
Häftad, Engelska, 2023
128 kr
Skickas
**Winner of the Sunday Times Sports Book of the Year Award 2023****Winner of the Rugby Book of the Year Award 2023****Longlisted for the William Hill Sports Book of the Year Award 2022****A perfect gift for Father's Day**'Powerful, moving' - The Guardian'A deeply affecting read [...] among the most important ever' - Daily Mail'So powerful. This book might just change the way you think about sport forever' - Sir Clive Woodward'As brave as they come' - Gareth Thomas'Moving and profound' - The Times'Heartbreaking' - Owen Slot, The Times'I'm in my early forties. There are days when I don't remember the names of my wife and four kids . . .'RUGBY, DEMENTIA AND THE FIGHT OF MY LIFEIn 2003, England won the Rugby World Cup. Steve Thompson was in England's front row, at the heart of the match, and at the heart of the scrum - one of sport's most violent battlegrounds.But triumph came at a cost. Today, he remembers nothing about playing in that final. In his words, watching the tape back is like watching a ghost. The years of hurt, and the culture of sucking up punishment and coming back for more, have taken a terrible toll. Steve has been diagnosed with early onset dementia, and serious progressive brain damage. Steve and his wife Steph had a happy family life planned, with decades ahead of them. Now he needs to capture these elusive memories for the sake of his children, before they disappear forever. With stories contributed by his world-cup winning teammates and his former manager, Sir Clive Woodward, Unforgettable is raw, powerful storytelling. This tale of hope and courage stands as testament to the ultimate strength of the human mind - and to a man no longer pushing himself to the limit for competition, but for his own place in the world.
Automation and Manufacturing for the Built Environment
AvSteve Thompson
E-bok
PDF, Engelska, 2025
897 kr
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Automation and Manufacturing for the Built Environment is a plain-language guide to the application of automation and manufacturing technologies and processes to the delivery and operation of the built environment. Covering the full asset lifecycle, the book provides a straightforward guide to a wide range of technologies, showing where they fit and the benefits that they have, with real-world examples of their applications.
Coverage in the book includes
new models to assess the potential benefits and impacts of new technologies, and to consider their implications how automation and manufacturing-led approaches can complement each other to address longstanding construction industry challengesoverview of automation and manufacturing technologies likely to offer greatest value in the short, medium and long-term“no-regret” decisions that can be made today that will be of value in the future, including development of structured product data, logical data models and use of generative design toolsthe crucial roles of planning and connectivity between technologies2035 scenarios based on adoption of different automation and manufacturing-led models.
The book also presents assessments on the potential levels of automation that different technologies are likely to deliver up to 2035, the wider benefits they can deliver and impacts on the future of work.
Automation and Manufacturing for the Built Environment will be of interest to a wide range of construction professionals seeking information in the very latest developments in the industry, including clients; senior managers; digital leads, information and BIM managers; engineers; architects; and planners. It is equally applicable to small and large enterprises.
Automation and Manufacturing for the Built Environment
AvSteve Thompson
Inbunden, Engelska, 2025
833 kr
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Automation and Manufacturing for the Built Environment is a plain-language guide to the application of automation and manufacturing technologies and processes to the delivery and operation of the built environment. Covering the full asset lifecycle, the book provides a straightforward guide to a wide range of technologies, showing where they fit and the benefits that they have, with real-world examples of their applications.Coverage in the book includesnew models to assess the potential benefits and impacts of new technologies, and to consider their implications how automation and manufacturing-led approaches can complement each other to address longstanding construction industry challengesoverview of automation and manufacturing technologies likely to offer greatest value in the short, medium and long-term“no-regret” decisions that can be made today that will be of value in the future, including development of structured product data, logical data models and use of generative design toolsthe crucial roles of planning and connectivity between technologies2035 scenarios based on adoption of different automation and manufacturing-led models.The book also presents assessments on the potential levels of automation that different technologies are likely to deliver up to 2035, the wider benefits they can deliver and impacts on the future of work.Automation and Manufacturing for the Built Environment will be of interest to a wide range of construction professionals seeking information in the very latest developments in the industry, including clients; senior managers; digital leads, information and BIM managers; engineers; architects; and planners. It is equally applicable to small and large enterprises.

Steve Thompson – författare

Corporate Governance

Corporate Governance

Corporate Governance

Corporate Governance

Unemployment, Poverty and Health in Interwar South Wales

Relationship Marketing-View From the Top and What It Really Takes To Get There: Network Marketing Guide to Massive Success!

Wild Swans

Wider World Exam Practice: Pearson Tests of English General Level 2(B1)

Team Together Starter Activity Book

Real life, a Dream and a Tall Tale

PTEG SkBoost 2 SBK/CD Pack

PTEG GenSkBoost 2 TBK/CD Pack

Get Your Smile On: Finally Refreshing Answers to your Biggest Dental Questions

Enhanced Evolution: The Miracle of Using External Information

The Irresistible Value Proposition: Make the Customer Want What You're Selling and Want It Now

Irresistible Value Proposition

The Compelling Proposal: Make it Easy for the Customer to Buy From You!

Compelling Proposal

Must-Win Deals: How to Close Them (and Why We Lose Them)

Painless Negotiation

Painless Negotiation

Can't-Lose Accounts

CAN'T-LOSE ACCOUNTS

Smiling Success

Unforgettable

Unforgettable

Unforgettable

Unforgettable

Automation and Manufacturing for the Built Environment

Automation and Manufacturing for the Built Environment