No Off Switch

Author : Andy Kershaw
Publisher : Random House
Page : 498 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2012-10-04
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9781448132621

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No Off Switch by Andy Kershaw Pdf

'Sensational. Wildly hilarious. An amazing read' - Stephen Fry 'Andy Kershaw is a compulsive truth-teller and he does it with verve, wit and passion. He is one of the few truly original voices in broadcasting and his book is already a classic' - Fergal Keane Andy Kershaw truly has no off switch. As a teenager he was promoting major rock gigs. He was Billy Bragg's driver and roadie one day and presenting Whistle Test and Live Aid the next. A passionate music enthusiast, he is a man with an obsessive curiosity about the world. Over a twenty-five year career, he has worked for the Rolling Stones and Bruce Springsteen, shared an office with John Peel and amassed a record collection that weighs seven tons. He has won more Sony Radio awards than any other broadcaster. He has visited 97 countries and as a foreign correspondent, filed numerous reports for Radio 4. He was also one of the few journalists present during the Rwanda genocide. The past few years have seen him go through a turbulent time in his personal life, but he has put this behind him, written his story and returned to the airwaves fronting the BBC's Music Planet series. Rebel. Maverick. Music fanatic. Andy Kershaw shares the story of his life with candour, insight, immediacy and incredible humour.

Author : Laura DeNardis
Publisher : Yale University Press
Page : 286 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2020-01-07
Category : POLITICAL SCIENCE
ISBN : 9780300233070

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The Internet in Everything by Laura DeNardis Pdf

A compelling argument that the Internet of things threatens human rights and security "Sobering and important."--Financial Times, "Best Books of 2020: Technology" The Internet has leapt from human-facing display screens into the material objects all around us. In this so-called Internet of things--connecting everything from cars to cardiac monitors to home appliances--there is no longer a meaningful distinction between physical and virtual worlds. Everything is connected. The social and economic benefits are tremendous, but there is a downside: an outage in cyberspace can result not only in loss of communication but also potentially in loss of life. Control of this infrastructure has become a proxy for political power, since countries can easily reach across borders to disrupt real-world systems. Laura DeNardis argues that the diffusion of the Internet into the physical world radically escalates governance concerns around privacy, discrimination, human safety, democracy, and national security, and she offers new cyber-policy solutions. In her discussion, she makes visible the sinews of power already embedded in our technology and explores how hidden technical governance arrangements will become the constitution of our future.

Author : Professor Mark Cropley
Publisher : Random House
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2015-06-25
Category : Self-Help
ISBN : 9780753551561

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The Off Switch by Professor Mark Cropley Pdf

'At a time when we are paying a heavy price for the collective delusion that being plugged in 24/7 is an express elevator to the top, The Off Switch reminds us that there is an alternative. Mark Cropley shows that intentionally switching off from work is not only essential for our well-being, it also allows for the unwinding and renewal that help us perform at our best when we switch back on.' Arianna Huffington Work better not longer- learn how to be more productive by switching off from work in the evenings, worrying less and facing the new working day fresh, full of energy and ambition. Work is a big part of our lives, but it's easier than ever to let it take over. Laptops, tablets and smartphones that are supposed to free us from the office actually bind us to it. If you've ever felt stressed as you checked your work email in the evenings, or found yourself unable to sleep worrying about tomorrow's meeting, then this is the book for you! Learning to flick THE OFF-SWITCH when you leave work is essential- not only for your sanity but also for your job. If you can learn to relax and rest effectively when you're not at work, you can then get more done when you're in the office. It's a win-win solution! In this unique book, Professor Mark Cropley, a world expert in how we recover from the working day, blends engaging real-life case studies, clinical expertise and evidence-based techniques to provide a complete guide for how to switch off better - get more enjoyment from your free time, and still get more done.

Author : Chip Heath,Dan Heath
Publisher : Crown Currency
Page : 322 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2010-02-16
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9780307590169

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Switch by Chip Heath,Dan Heath Pdf

Why is it so hard to make lasting changes in our companies, in our communities, and in our own lives? The primary obstacle is a conflict that's built into our brains, say Chip and Dan Heath, authors of the critically acclaimed bestseller Made to Stick. Psychologists have discovered that our minds are ruled by two different systems - the rational mind and the emotional mind—that compete for control. The rational mind wants a great beach body; the emotional mind wants that Oreo cookie. The rational mind wants to change something at work; the emotional mind loves the comfort of the existing routine. This tension can doom a change effort - but if it is overcome, change can come quickly. In Switch, the Heaths show how everyday people - employees and managers, parents and nurses - have united both minds and, as a result, achieved dramatic results: • The lowly medical interns who managed to defeat an entrenched, decades-old medical practice that was endangering patients • The home-organizing guru who developed a simple technique for overcoming the dread of housekeeping • The manager who transformed a lackadaisical customer-support team into service zealots by removing a standard tool of customer service In a compelling, story-driven narrative, the Heaths bring together decades of counterintuitive research in psychology, sociology, and other fields to shed new light on how we can effect transformative change. Switch shows that successful changes follow a pattern, a pattern you can use to make the changes that matter to you, whether your interest is in changing the world or changing your waistline.

Author : Eric Brende
Publisher : Harper Collins
Page : 268 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2004-08-03
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 0060570040

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Better Off by Eric Brende Pdf

On a mission to prove that modern technological advances make lives more inconvenient and less healthy, Brende and his wife lived for 12 months among an energy-free farming community.

Author : Max Domi
Publisher : Simon & Schuster
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2020-10-13
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781982155896

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No Days Off by Max Domi Pdf

INSTANT NATIONAL BESTSELLER One of the NHL’s most talented young stars shares his inspiring coming-of-age story about following his dreams after being diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. “Max, you have type 1 diabetes,” the doctor said. My mom and I looked at each other. For her, time stood still for a second as our entire future as a family shifted. But I had no clue what the diagnosis meant. So I said the first thing that came to mind. “Can I still play hockey?” As a kid, when Max Domi was asked what he wanted to be when he grew up, he only ever had one answer: a hockey player. Growing up the son of a professional hockey player, Max saw from an early age what it took to make the NHL: grit, talent, and the support of a team. Over countless hours in the garage, at the rink, and in the gym, Max chased his dream. It seemed that Max was born to be on the ice. But then, when he was twelve years old, Max started getting sick. And sicker. Finally, he and his family learned the awful truth: Max had type 1 diabetes. Overnight, Max and his family found their lives upended. All Max wanted was to be a normal kid, but suddenly, the simplest things—a game of basketball with friends, a family meal, a school field trip—were complicated with a thousand different considerations. Would people notice or make fun of him if he carried his blood-testing kit everywhere? Would his teammates think he was weak if his blood sugar went low at hockey practice? How much insulin did he need after a meal? And all the while, the fear of what might happen if things went wrong hung over his head. Max had to grow up quickly. As he struggled to find his new normal, Max slowly began to realize that overcoming his disease demanded the same qualities that it took to be a hockey player—mental and physical toughness, maturity, and the love and care of family and friends. Bit by bit, he learned—sometimes the hard way—not just to control his diabetes, but to turn it into an advantage. If managing his disease was going to demand that Max be stronger, more prepared, and more disciplined than anyone else, then he wouldn’t just be good at those things: he’d be the best. He’d do whatever it took to move himself closer to his dream of playing in the NHL. Inspiring, heartwarming, and exciting, No Days Off is a memoir about what it’s like to be a kid whose world is turned upside down, and what it takes to face adversity.

Author : Melvin Berger
Publisher : Perfection Learning
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 1990-09
Category : Electricity
ISBN : 081249203X

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Switch On, Switch Off by Melvin Berger Pdf

Let's-Read-and-Find-Out Science Stage 2.

Author : Angela Lockwood
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 226 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2017-06-19
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9780730336280

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Switch Off by Angela Lockwood Pdf

A modern-day guide to slowing down in a fast paced world. Switch Off shows you how to take that sorely-needed time-out. We all know about the benefits of slowing down and disconnecting: reduced stress, higher satisfaction, better performance, higher productivity, tighter focus, reduced depression and innumerable other positive health effects. The big question is, "How?" When we're all stuck in a cycle of demands and pressure it feels hard to prioritise slowing down. How do we step back and find the time to take care of ourselves? This book shows you how to let go of the guilt, turn off the phone and step away to re-energise and re-focus. Whether you need a true vacation or just an uninterrupted cup of tea, you'll learn how to integrate the skills of slowing down into your life so you can do what you need, when you need it. Written by a health professional who has witnessed the impact of being constantly switched on both professionally and personally, this book gives you more than permission to disconnect – it gives you a real-world blueprint for taking the time that you need. This book shows you why it's so important to slow down, and how it actually is possible in what can be a pressured and overwhelming world. Choose how you use your time Stop feeling guilty for practising self-care Boost your energy and productivity levels Harness the power of perspective and focus Learn how to create an environment that supports your health and wellbeing From the executive needing time to contemplate big decisions, to the teenager closing their bedroom door to be alone, we all need time to disconnect. Switch Off shows you how to do just that, with expert guidance with you the whole way.

Author : Priscilla L. Vail
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 1994
Category : Behavior modification
ISBN : 1567620566

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Emotion by Priscilla L. Vail Pdf

"Provides information and guidance about the emotion-learning connection, explaining how to work effectively with specific emotions at home and at school, in order to help children learn."--Back cover.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 868 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 1997-11-20
Category : Administrative law
ISBN : UIUC:30112059132883

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Federal Register by Anonim Pdf

Author : Chase Roberts
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2021-10-20
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1735208701

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Computer Engineering for Babies by Chase Roberts Pdf

An introduction to computer engineering for babies. Learn basic logic gates with hands on examples of buttons and an output LED.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 340 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 1958
Category : Armored vehicles, Military
ISBN : SRLF:D0001604784

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Armor by Anonim Pdf

The magazine of mobile warfare.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 1038 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 1948
Category : Electric lighting
ISBN : UOM:39015022470606

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Electric Light and Power by Anonim Pdf

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 722 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 1968
Category : Industrial management
ISBN : UCSD:31822015739535

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Journal of Systems Management by Anonim Pdf

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 1558 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 1958
Category : Electronics
ISBN : NYPL:33433066452412

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The Radio Electronic Master by Anonim Pdf