Liftoff

Author : Diana Larsen,Ainsley Nies
Publisher : Pragmatic Bookshelf
Page : 216 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2016-06-10
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9781680503845

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Liftoff by Diana Larsen,Ainsley Nies Pdf

Ready, set, liftoff! Align your team to one purpose: successful delivery. Learn new insights and techniques for starting projects and teams the right way, with expanded concepts for planning, organizing, and conducting liftoff meetings. Real-life stories illustrate how others have effectively started (or restarted) their teams and projects. Master coaches Diana Larsen and Ainsley Nies have successfully "lifted off" numerous agile projects worldwide. Are you ready for success? Every team needs a great start. If you're a business or product leader, team coach or agile practice lead, project or program manager, you'll gain strategic and tactical benefits from liftoffs. Discover new step-by-step instructions and techniques for boosting team performance in this second edition of Liftoft. Concrete examples from our practices show you how to get everyone on the same page from the start as you form the team. You'll find pointers for refocusing an effort that's gone off in the weeds, and practices for working with teams as complex systems. See how to scale liftoffs for multiple teams across the enterprise, address the three key elements for collaborative team chartering, establish the optimal conditions for learning and improvement, and apply the GEFN (Good Enough for Now) rule for efficient liftoffs. Throughout the book are stories from real-life teams lifting off, as seasoned coaches describe their experiences with liftoffs and agile team chartering. Focused conversations help the team align, form, and build enough trust for collaborating. You'll build a common understanding of the teams' context within business goals. Every liftoff is unique, but success is common!

Author : Diana Larsen,Ainsley Nies
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 154 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2011-10
Category : Agile software development
ISBN : 097792016X

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Liftoff by Diana Larsen,Ainsley Nies Pdf

Liftoff-it's the unexplored, often ignored, Agile project practice. As the first act of flight, a rocket launch requires an entire set of systems to lift the vehicle into orbit-not just the vehicle itself, but all the systems needed for smoothly moving off the ground into space. Likewise, your project needs its entire set of supporting systems in place to begin a successful journey to delivery. Whatever you call it (project kickoff, bootcamp, inception, or jump start), liftoff gives your team its trajectory, and launches your project. This critical practice informs, inspires, and aligns everyone to a singular purpose: the successful delivery of software. This success is in your hands! Agile veterans Diana Larsen and Ainsley Nies teach you how to organize and conduct liftoffs, hold team activities to discover what's most important, and offer a working framework for effective and lightweight agile chartering.

Author : Chris Avore,Russ Unger
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 384 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2020-07-07
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1933820802

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Liftoff! by Chris Avore,Russ Unger Pdf

Liftoff! is your guide to leveling up as a design manager and leader. Its experience-driven approach--written by designers for designers--will help you hire and scale teams, develop careers, learn why diversity matters to your business, and solidify design's role in your organization. Liftoff! will elevate your skills to lead your team and company to new heights.

Author : Dave Williams,Loredana Cunti
Publisher : Dr. Dave -- Astronaut
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2017-04-11
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 1554519144

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Go for Liftoff! by Dave Williams,Loredana Cunti Pdf

Find out what it takes to become an astronaut--from someone who knows!

Author : Michael Collins
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 1989
Category : Astronautics
ISBN : 1854100270

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Liftoff by Michael Collins Pdf

Author : Rick Searfoss
Publisher : Morgan James Publishing
Page : 248 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2015-09-15
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781630476632

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Liftoff by Rick Searfoss Pdf

The space shuttle commander delivers “a great read, shares important elements of the modern ‘Right Stuff,’ and will benefit those aspiring to lead” (Hon. Buzz Aldrin, Colonel, USAF retired, Astronaut). As a leader in the dynamic, stressful, and sometimes dangerous endeavor of human space exploration, Astronaut Rick Searfoss has had many unique experiences. However, the success principles he applied in commanding the most complex and successful human space research mission ever are universal. They apply to any venture. Liftoff shares the keen insights of an astronaut commander leading the way. It will enable you to: Employ a proven, balanced-leadership model in support of a greater purpose Drive stellar operational results with a comprehensive, objective-centric execution system Apply a countdown of twelve purposeful performance principles for outstanding outcomes Strengthen your ability to lead and perform at the front lines to achieve mission success The author also shares a myriad of thrilling, inspiring, and relevant stories, told from the extraordinary perspective of one of a mere handful of humans who’ve ever been in space. Should you launch your leadership to the highest level possible? Absolutely, so let’s “light this candle” and lift off to success! “His unique perspective on leadership in action will help you achieve ‘execution excellence’ no matter what task you are undertaking. Read this out-of-this-world book and become a more successful leader here on earth!” —Ken Blanchard, #1 New York Times–bestselling coauthor of The New One Minute Manager® “Powerfully shows how trust and purpose amplify effective leadership in the most dynamic of situations.” —Stephen M.R. Covey, New York Times and #1 Wall Street Journal–bestselling author of The Speed of Trust

Author : Sonia Sander,Scholastic
Publisher : Scholastic Inc.
Page : 36 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2016-11-29
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781338158748

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3, 2, 1, Liftoff! (LEGO City: Scholastic Reader, Level 1) by Sonia Sander,Scholastic Pdf

Explore LEGO(R) City! LEGO(R) City goes into Space!

Author : James Densmore
Publisher : O'Reilly Media
Page : 277 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2021-02-10
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9781492087809

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Data Pipelines Pocket Reference by James Densmore Pdf

Data pipelines are the foundation for success in data analytics. Moving data from numerous diverse sources and transforming it to provide context is the difference between having data and actually gaining value from it. This pocket reference defines data pipelines and explains how they work in today's modern data stack. You'll learn common considerations and key decision points when implementing pipelines, such as batch versus streaming data ingestion and build versus buy. This book addresses the most common decisions made by data professionals and discusses foundational concepts that apply to open source frameworks, commercial products, and homegrown solutions. You'll learn: What a data pipeline is and how it works How data is moved and processed on modern data infrastructure, including cloud platforms Common tools and products used by data engineers to build pipelines How pipelines support analytics and reporting needs Considerations for pipeline maintenance, testing, and alerting

Author : Betty Shotton
Publisher : Beaufort Books
Page : 243 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2011-10-01
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9780825306129

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LiftOff Leadership by Betty Shotton Pdf

In 1999, Betty Shotton stood on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange and watched her company go public. After witnessing the negative consequences of the ensuing transition from purpose driven to profit driven, Shotton set out to change the way we define leadership success. Today, with over 35 years as a CEO and Entrepreneur, Shotton passionately advocates a business model that integrates profitability into a larger context of meaningful contribution to the quality of life affected by what we do and who we are as leaders. In Liftoff Leadership,Shotton charts a new course, beginning with an examination of leadership character. With engaging insights into today’s business climate, Liftoff takes readers on an exploration of their unique leadership style: Who am I as a leader? What are my best attributes and guiding principles?How can I make a difference? Calling for a return to leadership traits that have defined history’s most exceptional leaders, Shotton takes us on a journey into ourselves and gives us tools to examine our own unique attributes.

Author : Mr.Manmohan Singh
Publisher : International Monetary Fund
Page : 20 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2015-09-23
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781513523811

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Managing the Fed’s Liftoff and Transmission of Monetary Policy by Mr.Manmohan Singh Pdf

In recent years, many money and repo rates in the United States have been between zero and 25 basis points. As Fed’s liftoff approaches, the question of the level of these rates (and the markets that determine them) becomes increasingly important. The paper discusses (i) whether the Fed can control short–term rates as it starts to tighten; and (ii) what are the advantages and disadvantages of using asset sales versus a large reverse repo program (RRP). A large RRP by the Fed will deprive the financial system of the money pool (i.e., GSEs and money market funds) as the Fed will directly absorb the money on to its balance sheet. This will rust the financial plumbing that connects the money pool to collateral suppliers. Some asset sales may be preferred to a large RRP as this will result in a market-determined repo rate and will allow the Fed to reach its monetary policy liftoff objectives with minimal footprint on market plumbing. We also discuss cost of issuing short tenor T-bills relative to a large RRP in a rising rate environment.

Author : Noelle Hoffman
Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Page : 62 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2014-04-20
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1497568102

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Prepare for Liftoff by Noelle Hoffman Pdf

This book was designed to be interactive with activities that would prepare kids to go to outer space. There are physical, writing, drawing, cooking, and brain activities. Some examples include design your own space suit, how to make Tang, and what to say to an alien.

Author : Donovan Livingston
Publisher : Random House
Page : 66 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2017-04-04
Category : Self-Help
ISBN : 9780399591389

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Lift Off by Donovan Livingston Pdf

An inspirational rallying call about education, race, and the true nature of equality—the Harvard Graduate School of Education convocation speech praised as “powerful” by Hillary Rodham Clinton in Teen Vogue and “inspired” by Justin Timberlake. In emotionally charged spoken-word poetry, Livingston shares a message of hope and hard truths, declaring that education can become an equalizer only if we first acknowledge the inequality and racial divides holding back America’s future. Livingston is dedicated to helping young people reach their celestial potential, and in his galvanizing commencement address, now adapted for the first time to the page, he calls on us to raise our voices on behalf of all children, as their brighter futures can light up our own. Together, we can lift off! Praise for Donovan Livingston “Donovan Livingston gave a powerful speech at the Harvard Graduate School of Education’s convocation. In a spoken-word poem, he shared his struggles in life and urged his fellow graduates to fight inequality and inspire students. . . . Donovan’s message hit home. . . . [He is] part of a rising generation that’s . . . standing up to some of the biggest challenges in the world today.”—Hillary Rodham Clinton, Teen Vogue “These are the words, and Donovan Livingston’s voice and spirit are the music, but in any form, this rare graduation speech tells us that learning is full of bias yet can lead us to the stars.”—Gloria Steinem “Donovan Livingston’s Lift Off is our youth’s gift to us. In this joyous young man’s voice is the promise of tomorrow.”—James McBride

Author : Pat-a-Cake
Publisher : Pat-a-Cake
Page : 10 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2021-01-07
Category : Board books
ISBN : 1526382806

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Space Baby: Lift Off! by Pat-a-Cake Pdf

Perfect to share with babies, this board book follows three little astronauts on an adventure. With a sparkly cover and fun tabs to pull. The bright artwork and dynamic text make this a great playtime book, and the double pull-tabs are fun and help children with their developing eyesight and coordination. The story focuses on friendship and play - in space! The super space story and lots of sounds to make - whoosh! - make the book easy to use and encourage carer and child interaction.

Author : Ben Thompson,Erik Slader
Publisher : Roaring Brook Press
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2018-07-10
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781250150639

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The Race to Space: Countdown to Liftoff (Epic Fails #2) by Ben Thompson,Erik Slader Pdf

In this second installment of the Epic Fails series, explore the many failures that made up the Race to Space, paving the way for humanity’s eventual success at reaching the stars. Today, everyone is familiar with Neil Armstrong’s famous words as he first set foot on the moon: “one small step for man; one giant leap for mankind.” He made it look easy, but America’s journey to the moon was anything but simple. In 1957, when the Soviet Union launched Sputnik, the world’s first satellite, into orbit, America had barely crossed the starting line of the great Space Race. Later that year, our first attempt was such a failure that the media nicknamed it “Kaputnik.” Still, we didn’t give up. With each failure, we gleaned valuable information about what went wrong, and how to avoid it in the future. So we tried again. And again. And each time we failed, we failed a little bit better. The Epic Fails series by Erik Slader and Ben Thompson explores the humorous backstories behind a variety of historical discoveries, voyages, experiments, and innovations that didn't go as expected but succeeded nonetheless, showing that many of mankind's biggest success stories are the result of some pretty epic failures indeed. This title has Common Core connections.

Author : Don Mitchell
Publisher : National Geographic Books
Page : 72 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 0792258991

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Liftoff by Don Mitchell Pdf

Biography of John Glenn, with a special emphasis on his career as an astronaut.