Navigating Through Changing Times

Author : Anne Eskola
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 316 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2017-10-04
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781351674836

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Navigating Through Changing Times by Anne Eskola Pdf

Complexity theory including the concepts of chaos and emergence has been considered one of the most revolutionary products of the 20th century having influence on science, technology and economics among others. Any complex systems, such as organisms, societies, stock market or the Internet, have emergent properties that cannot be reduced to the mere properties of their parts. The theory has been used in organizational studies and strategic management where it offers an alternative way to look at organizations. The theory rejects the idea of organizations seen as machines and a planned approach to organizational change. Instead, the theory underlines understanding on how organizations adapt to their environments. Complexity theory suggests that organizations tend to self-organize themselves to a state where they regulate themselves. Complexity theory would advocate for approaches that focus on flatter, more flexible organizations. It shifts focus from management control to self-organization and individual interrelations between different people. The aim of Navigating through Changing Times: Knowledge Work in Complex Environment is to give insights on how complexity has changed the environment of many business organizations. The book aims at identifying and discussing special features of business organizations performing knowledge work in a knowledge-oriented economy. Navigating through Changing Times: Knowledge Work in Complex Environment will be vital reading for those scholar and researchers in the fields of knowledge and wisdom management as well as organizational behavior and communication, HRM, strategy, culture, change and development and other related disciplines.

Author : Eric Jones
Publisher : Eric Jones
Page : 240 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2024-03-04
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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Navigating Through Time by Eric Jones Pdf

Navigating through time takes you on an introspective journey to explore the core tenets of philosophy and the nature of being, so that one can look in the mirror and ask the question “who are you really”? What makes up your thoughts, your actions, your character and are you happy. Who do you want to be? Where do you want to go? Although some of us can spend a lifetime exploring, the ultimate answer lies in the heart of the seeker. Wisdom and philosophy are intricately linked because both can occupy your mind with the nature of things and more importantly help you set a course to either find or create your place in this world. Wisdom is the purest form of reasoning laced with reflection. Through wisdom you learn how to dance with all the rhythm and agility one would need in order to avoid life’s difficulties. Some of us get lucky and inherit wisdom but for others it has to be developed. In either case wisdom can be both contagious and transformative giving an opportunity to become a better version of ourselves. Faith is another important element when discussing self-discovery, the most common definition I have heard of faith is the evidence of things unseen. Although an important ingredient, faith is not limited to religion, but rather encompasses one’s trust, values and touches the very nature of our existence. Faith is the invisible thread that weaves through our lives connecting our dreams, our values and our actions. Faith gives us a chance to connect with the intensity and the resilience of the human spirit. In this book we explore finances through the lens of understanding the connections between our financial decisions and the quality of life that we want. We also navigate into discussions revolving around the impact of lifelong relationships and how important it is to be good to those around us. Each day presents an opportunity to exercise your wisdom, faith master your finances, and tell your story. I am grateful to serve you in this journey to find greater purpose and fulfillment.

Author : Harry Woodward,Mary Beckman Woodward
Publisher : Irwin Professional Publishing
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 1994
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : UOM:39015052544270

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Navigating Through Change by Harry Woodward,Mary Beckman Woodward Pdf

Navigating through Change is one of the few books that addresses both the operational and the human needs of an organization undergoing change. On the operational level, author Harry Woodward offers a complete strategic planner for setting goals - and meeting them - within a chaotic change environment. On the human side, he outlines the specific skills and sensitivity needed to gain the trust of employees, encourage innovation and teamwork, and replace uncertainty with motivation. Navigating through Change is based on the author's 15 years of experience in a variety of change environments, where he observed first-hand the management skills that facilitate a successful change. Navigating through Change is an important handbook for managers, human resource professionals, trainers, and others who must balance organizational needs, employee needs, and their own needs in the face of dramatic change.

Author : Frank Mielke,Charles Kocher
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 251 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2020-03-06
Category : Law
ISBN : 9781538127629

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Changing Times by Frank Mielke,Charles Kocher Pdf

Many times, the police are the first to respond to an individual in crisis; even those involving mentally ill. While we see evidence of positive change, there are still shortcomings when it comes to criminal justice response in the behavioral health system. There is a lack of access, availability, continuity, coordination, and responsiveness. But we see accomplishments to changes in attitudes and behaviors, through such programs like Crisis Intervention Specialist Training, CIT Training and Mental Health First Aid which have been well received. Changing Times: Transforming Culture and Behaviors for Law Enforcement proposes a shift to divert those in a behavioral health crisis away from incarceration and into treatment, as well as invites Law Enforcement intervention away from the criminal justice system and into treatment. The authors successfully blend the theoretical with hands-on experience throughout the book, enabling the reader to understand the influences of Law Enforcement’s tradition and other forces that drive attitudes, culture and behavior and how to bring change. The additional and difficult task ahead is to bring about systemic change in culture and a concurrent change in attitudes and behaviors. Changing Times proves to be the reliable and accessible reference for those intent on bringing change to the vital effort of diversion.

Author : Patrick Duignan
Publisher : Emerald Group Publishing
Page : 183 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2020-03-30
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781839098529

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Leading Educational Systems and Schools in Times of Disruption and Exponential Change by Patrick Duignan Pdf

This book provides an analysis of the impact of disruptive environments on education and closely examines national and international research-based literature on how educational systems in a number of countries are successfully transforming educational delivery processes to better prepare students for an increasingly disrupted world.

Author : John S. Dinga
Publisher : Xlibris Corporation
Page : 180 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2008-06-26
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9781469115955

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Navigating the Contradictions of America by John S. Dinga Pdf

The 1492 Christopher Columbus stumbled upon these shores in his search for a route to the spice islands of the far East. Since then different waves of immigrants have followed suite from other parts of the world and for different reasons. Each generation of immigrants has had its own share of encounters with the landscape, climate and peoples. Navigating America's Contradictions is a travelogue of an immigrant from Cameroon in Africa, a modest attempt to explore some aspects of life in America after September 11, meeting people, trying to bridge the digital divide and looking for employment. The author compares experiences in today's America with past experiences both here and in his native Cameroon, drawing similarities, highlighting differences and attempting to dig below the surface for an explanation of some of the observations.

Author : John Anthony Berry,Viorel Coman
Publisher : Evangelische Verlagsanstalt
Page : 421 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2024-04-26
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9783374075416

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Living Tradition by John Anthony Berry,Viorel Coman Pdf

Lebendige Tradition Kontinuität und Wandel als Herausforderungen für Kirchen und Theologien Tagungsbericht der 21. Wissenschaftlichen Konsultation der Societas Oecumenica Living Tradition Continuity and Change as Challenges to Churches and Theologies Proceedings of the 21st Academic Consultation of the Societas Oecumenica Living tradition is the focal point of this volume, exploring ›theologies of tradition,‹ ›captivities of tradition,‹ ›changing traditions,‹ and ›dynamics of Tradition.‹ It takes on the notion of ›living tradition‹ from four distinct angles. How do various churches and denominations handle continuity while embracing different theologies of tradition? How do individuals address traditionalism and fundamentalism when faced with the captivities of tradition? In what ways can identity be preserved through discontinuities when dealing with changing traditions? The volume encompasses contributions from 31 scholars, presented during the 21st academic consultation of Societas Oecumenica (the European Society for Ecumenical Research). [Lebendige Tradition. Kontinuität und Wandel als Herausforderungen für Kirchen und Theologien] Die lebendige Tradition steht im Mittelpunkt dieses Bandes und untersucht ›Theologien der Tradition‹, ›Gefangene der Tradition‹, ›sich verändernde Traditionen‹ und ›Dynamiken der Tradition‹. Der Begriff der ›lebendigen Tradition‹ wird aus vier verschiedenen Blickwinkeln betrachtet. Wie gehen verschiedene Kirchen und Konfessionen mit Kontinuität um und berücksichtigen gleichzeitig unterschiedliche Theologien der Tradition? Wie gehen Einzelpersonen mit Traditionalismus und Fundamentalismus um, wenn sie mit den Fesseln der Tradition konfrontiert werden? Auf welche Weise kann Identität durch Diskontinuitäten im Umgang mit sich verändernden Traditionen bewahrt werden? Der Band umfasst Beiträge von 31 Wissenschaftlern, die während der 21. akademischen Konsultation der Societas Oecumenica (der Europäischen Gesellschaft für ökumenische Forschung) vorgestellt wurden.

Author : Aviad Goz
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 244 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2020-12-14
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9798581215906

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Navigation in Times of Change by Aviad Goz Pdf

This book is about three intertwining journeys. The first is your own journey of self-development to become the best possible version of yourself. The second is your journey to authentic leadership, whether in organizations, or within your family or community. The third is our own journey with N.E.W.S. Navigation - from an idea to the reality of a global company.These are three journeys of heroism in such an era.All three journeys take place in a world of uncertainty that allows low visibility of the future.

Author : Aharon Aviram
Publisher : BRILL
Page : 445 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2010-01-01
Category : Education
ISBN : 9789087909796

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Navigating Through the Storm by Aharon Aviram Pdf

This book aims to systematically tackle the most severe crisis to ever beset Western education systems, which stems from the growing clash between the Platonic-modern civilization—still very much at the core of prevailing education systems—and the postmodern civilization which has become dominant in Western societies in the last generations.

Author : Laurie Calzada
Publisher : The Walk The Talk Company
Page : 52 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Attitude (Psychology)
ISBN : 1885228805

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180 Ways to Effectively Deal with Change by Laurie Calzada Pdf

Author : William J. Byrnes
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 600 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2014-09-19
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 9781317627012

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Management and the Arts by William J. Byrnes Pdf

The fifth edition of Management and the Arts discusses the theory and practical applications from all arts management perspectives including planning, marketing, finance, economics, organization, staffing, and group dynamics. Revised to reflect the latest thinking and trends in managing organizations and people, this fifth edition features class-tested questions in each chapter, which help students to integrate the material and develop ideas about how the situations and problems could have been handled. Statistics and real-world examples illustrate all aspects of arts managements, from budgeting and fundraising, to e-marketing and social networking, to working effectively with boards and staff members. Case studies focus on the challenges facing managers and organizations every day, and "In the News" quotes provide real-world examples of principles and theories. Students in Arts Management university courses along with arts managers in a theatre, museum, dance company, and opera will gain useful insights into strategic planning, organization, and integrated management theories with this book.

Author : Kayyali, Mustafa
Publisher : IGI Global
Page : 413 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2024-04-05
Category : Education
ISBN : 9798369319277

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Rebuilding Higher Education Systems Impacted by Crises: Navigating Traumatic Events, Disasters, and More by Kayyali, Mustafa Pdf

The resilience and adaptability of higher education systems are under unprecedented strain. From natural disasters to pandemics, and economic crises to political turmoil, universities and colleges worldwide have grappled with a myriad of crises that disrupt their core missions of teaching, research, and community engagement. As we find ourselves at the crossroads of these tumultuous times, the imperative to reconstruct and revitalize higher education systems becomes increasingly evident. Rebuilding Higher Education Systems Impacted by Crises: Navigating Traumatic Events, Disasters, and More is a pioneering work that addresses the critical issues surrounding the restoration of higher education systems in the wake of various crises. This book serves as a roadmap for educators, administrators, policymakers, and stakeholders who share a commitment to preserving and advancing higher education, even in the face of adversity. The 21st century has witnessed a rapid escalation in the frequency and severity of crises affecting higher education institutions. These crises span from the abrupt shift to online learning necessitated by the COVID-19 pandemic to the enduring ramifications of climate change on campus infrastructure. Additional factors such as financial pressures, evolving demographics, and the ever-changing technological landscape further complicate the challenge. This book embarks on a deep exploration of these challenges and offers practical solutions, making it an indispensable resource for anyone vested in the future of higher education.

Author : David Mitchell
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 183 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2019-11-01
Category : Education
ISBN : 9780429805615

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Hyper-Socialised: How Teachers Enact the Geography Curriculum in Late Capitalism by David Mitchell Pdf

Hyper-socialised explores the challenges of late capitalist times for education systems, schools and teachers. It looks at how trends of accountability, ‘teaching to the test’, using pupil voice and reliance on network technologies are all connected to powerful social and economic forces, shaping the curriculum as it is taught in classrooms. Such forces threaten to overwhelm teachers but, in the right hands, they can also be harnessed to create, influence and teach a truly powerful curriculum for their students. Presenting a historical view of curriculum change, the book examines how society, curriculum and teachers are linked. Using geography as an illustrative subject, the chapters investigate what influences teachers, to what extent they are in control of the curriculum, and what else is shaping it. Divided into two parts, it offers An in-depth exploration of the relationship between society, teachers and the curriculum, including that what and how to teach remain wide open to debate Evidence-based research into the significance and implications of ‘hyper-socialised’ curriculum enactment for teachers and teacher education Four case study ‘portraits’ of geography departments and personal curriculum stories of each Head of Department Insights into the nature of teaching as a profession and how a crisis of teacher recruitment and retention may be addressed. Written in clear and accessible terms, this book is an essential resource for teacher educators, subject teachers, headteachers and educational researchers who want to understand how and why schools and teaching are changing – and what this means for them.

Author : Tina Miller
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 197 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2017-08-31
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781107104136

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Making Sense of Parenthood by Tina Miller Pdf

Traces and theorises the processes of caring, paid work and 'gatekeeping' as parents negotiate these intensified and gendered domains.

Author : Roberta E. Sawatzky
Publisher : FriesenPress
Page : 182 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2023-10-17
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9781039177567

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What If . . . ? by Roberta E. Sawatzky Pdf

What does retirement mean to you? Do you feel you’ve seen enough of the world? As you approach this later stage in life, the thought of travel can feel beyond intimidating—especially for those of us handling chronic medical conditions. In What If . . . ?, author Roberta Sawatzky highlights the importance of seizing the day when it comes to seeing the world, even and especially as one approaches retirement age. She recounts her personal experience taking a study leave to travel Europe with her husband, focusing on the seven months they spent living in Portugal and Spain as she completed research on leadership in remote and hybrid teams. In a dramatic turn, her husband is diagnosed with end stage renal failure while they are preparing for their trip, resulting in them travelling with a dialysis machine, among other medical supplies. Despite this and other challenges, from language barriers to locating medical services, Sawatzky and her husband immerse themselves thoroughly in the enriching experience of long-term travel, reaping the benefits of an expanded perspective and deeper self-belief for a long time to come. In the end, What If . . . ? testifies to the importance of rising to the challenges you meet in realizing your travel dreams—especially as you reach this next stage of life—and just how vital it is not to let anything stop you.