Women Risktakers

Author : Doug Sundheim
Publisher : McGraw Hill Professional
Page : 273 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2013-01-04
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9780071778206

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Taking Smart Risks: How Sharp Leaders Win When Stakes are High by Doug Sundheim Pdf

In today’s market, playing it safe is not an option Lead your company to sustainable success by taking the RIGHT RISKS The business world is in flux, and you have to think and act quickly in order to stay competitive. But the last thing you want to do is make reckless business decisions. You have to find the middle ground. You have to take SMART RISKS. In this groundbreaking book, leadership expert Doug Sundheim explains how to find that precise point between comfort and danger for generating the sustained ability to work at the highest level of performance. Taking Smart Risks reveals the secrets to discovering, planning for, and acting upon the kind of risks that will move your company forward and ahead of the competition. Learn how to: Find Something Worth Fighting For—What do you care enough about to risk time, energy, and money to try to make happen? Determining this is half the battle. See the Future Now—Clarify your big idea in terms of real objectives, plans, and intended results. Act Fast, Learn Fast—Make your move quickly, but be sure you don’t squander valuable resources in the process. Communicate Powerfully—Assume communication will break down at points, plan accordingly—and don’t shy away from the tough conversations. Create a Smart Risk Culture— Build teams that share the same mindsets and values about expected smart risk behavior. Applying Sundheim’s advice will help you let go of old assumptions, explore new possibilities, move your organization out of its comfort zone, and experience long-term success. When you take smart risks, you will create. You will innovate. You will grow. And you will WIN. “From Sherwin Williams to Moo.com, Doug Sundheim is onto something here: your work is worth fighting for. A worthy read for everyone in your organization.” —Seth Godin, Author, The Icarus Deception “The risk-taking concepts in this book lie at the heart of effective leadership. Using case studies and stories from executives who have ‘been there, done that,’ Doug Sundheim teaches us that sometimes the most dangerous thing to do—in business and life—is to play it safe.” —Marshall Goldsmith, million-selling author of the New York Times bestsellers MOJO and What Got You Here Won’t Get You There “Sundheim delivers a message that every business needs to hear right now: excessive risk will kill you, but so will complacency. . . . If you’re charged with driving growth in your organization, buy this book—but more importantly, use it.” —Jed Hartman, Group Publisher, Fortune & CNNMoney.com “A spectacular book! The stories were powerful, the advice was crystal clear, and every few pages called me to action. I have bookmarked more pages in Taking Smart Risks than I have in any book since reading Peter Drucker’s classics.” —Michael Hejtmanek, President & CEO, Hasselblad Bron Inc. “Doug Sundheim does an excellent job of demonstrating not only how to take smart risks, but also how to lead the process of risk-taking—a critical skill set for leaders today.” —Cindy Zollinger, President & CEO, Cornerstone Research “A compelling case for why smart risk taking is so important in today’s fast-paced, uncertain world.” —Willie Pietersen, Professor, Columbia Business School; former CEO, Tropicana and Seagram USA

Author : Patricia D. Bailey,Pat Bailey
Publisher : Harrison House Publishers
Page : 289 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781577945277

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Women Risktakers by Patricia D. Bailey,Pat Bailey Pdf

The first of its kind, this book takes a look at the lives of great women of the faith in light of their willingness to be risktakers and to accomplish something significant for God.

Author : Lorry Lutz
Publisher : Baker Books
Page : 292 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 1998
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 0801058139

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Women as Risk-takers for God by Lorry Lutz Pdf

Lorry Lutz highlights the lives of a dozen contemporary women who have exercised leadership in Christ's kingdom, hoping to encourage more women to take their rightful place alongside men in building Christ's church.

Author : Julie A. Nelson
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Page : 144 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2017-07-14
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781351980418

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Gender and Risk-Taking by Julie A. Nelson Pdf

The belief that men and women have fundamentally distinct natures, resulting in divergent preferences and behaviours, is widespread. Recently, economists have also engaged in the search for gender differences, with a number claiming to find fundamental gender differences regarding risk-taking, altruism, and competition. In particular, the idea that "women are more risk-averse than men" has become accepted as a truism. But is it true? And what are its causes and consequences? Gender and Risk Taking makes three contributions. First, it asks whether the belief that men and women have distinct risk preferences is backed up by high quality empirical evidence. The answer turns out to be "no." This leads to a second question: Why, then, does so much of the literature claim to find evidence of "difference"? This, it will be shown, can be attributed to biases arising from too-easy categorical thinking, widespread stereotyping, and a tendency to prefer results that are publishable and that fit one’s prior beliefs. Third, the book explores the economic implications of the conventional association of risk-taking with masculinity and risk-aversion with femininity. Not only fairness in employment, but also the health of the financial sector and national responses to climate change, this book argues, are being compromised. This volume will be eye-opening for anyone interested in gender, decision-making, cognition, and/or risk, especially in areas relating to employment, finance, management, or public policy.

Author : Kayt Sukel
Publisher : National Geographic Books
Page : 235 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2016-03-01
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 9781426214738

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The Art of Risk by Kayt Sukel Pdf

Are risk-takers born or made? Why are some more willing to go out on a limb (so to speak) than others? How do we weigh the value of opportunities large or small that may have the potential to change the course of our lives? These are just a few of the questions that author Kayt Sukel tackles, applying the latest research in neuroscience and psychology to compelling real-world situations. Building on a portfolio of work that has appeared in such publications as Scientific American, Atlantic Monthly, The Washington Post, and more, Sukel offers an in-depth look at risk-taking and its role in the many facets of life that resonates on a personal level. Smart, progressive, and truly enlightening, The Art of Risk blends riveting case studies and hard-hitting science to explore risk-taking and how it impacts decision-making in work, play, love, and life, providing insight in understanding individual behavior and furthering personal success.

Author : Barbara Stoker
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 273 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2005-12-17
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9780787983789

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Positive Risk by Barbara Stoker Pdf

Positive risk is a perspective, an attitude, and a life philosophy that creates a shift away from the negative view of risk that so many of us were taught. This book will help change your perceptions regarding risk so that you can begin to better understand how valuable and constructive risks really are. Many of us go to great lengths to avoid risk, yet in reality, it is through taking intelligent risk that we grow, learn, and achieve our dreams, goals, and ambitions. By taking well-thought-out chance, we make a difference in our own lives and those of others. By adopting a positive risk perspective, you will begin to see new possibilities in yourself and the world around you.

Author : Joyce Duncan
Publisher : Greenwood
Page : 392 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2002
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : UOM:39015053530435

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Ahead of Their Time by Joyce Duncan Pdf

Annotation A unique collection of profiles of 75 daring women who pushed ahead with the spirit of adventure and made pioneering contributions on land, in the sea and in the skies.

Author : Renee Martin,Don Martin
Publisher : Vanguard
Page : 280 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2010
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 1593155875

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The Risk Takers by Renee Martin,Don Martin Pdf

Chronicles the personal and professional journeys of 16 fascinating men and women--including the founders of Curves, Kinko's, Paul Mitchell and more--who built hugely successful, multimillion-dollar companies, despite starting with very little and struggling with disappointment and failure.

Author : Rose McDermott
Publisher : University of Michigan Press
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2001
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 0472087878

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Risk-Taking in International Politics by Rose McDermott Pdf

Discusses the way leaders deal with risk in making foreign policy decisions

Author : Betsy Morscher,Barbara S. Jones
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 204 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 1982
Category : Risk-taking (Psychology)
ISBN : PSU:000010275986

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Risk-taking for Women by Betsy Morscher,Barbara S. Jones Pdf

Author : Helene Lerner
Publisher : McGraw Hill Professional
Page : 225 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2006-03-17
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9780071467544

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Smart Women Take Risks: Six Steps for Conquering Your Fears and Making the Leap to Success by Helene Lerner Pdf

Take the plunge. Come out ahead. There are certain risks you might feel uncomfortable making—but calculated risks are necessary to propel you to new heights in your professional and personal development. Every time you choose security over something new, you’re missing new opportunities—and the chance to live a happier, more fulfilled life. As CEO of Creative Expansions, Inc., Helene Lerner coaches women on how to actualize their potential, increase their self-esteem, and reach their goals. Now, in Smart Women Take Risks, she shares her powerful 6-step program, revealing how you too can take smart, strategic risks born from careful thought and intuition-and create positive change in your professional and personal life. Lerner helps you change your perception about risk-taking, and shows you how to determine whether a risk is a Best Bet, a Not Now, or a No Go. You won't risk blindly; you'll go in with your eyes wide open and commit to a doable goal that lets you move forward confidently without the overpowering fear of failure. Lerner gives you expert tools that will help you: Build and maintain a strong support team-a crucial step for successfully creating change Overcome procrastination, perfectionism, and second-guessing Vocalize your success (yes, it's ok to brag!) Keep your accomplishments “green” by continuing to build on them Apply these risk-taking principles to other areas of your life Lerner shares inspiring stories and tips from women who stepped out of their own comfort zones, took leaps, and moved ahead with faith and confidence. she shows you how to harness the opportunities in your own life--and take risks that will push you to greater heights of success.

Author : Cordelia Fine
Publisher : W. W. Norton & Company
Page : 320 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2017-01-24
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780393253887

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Testosterone Rex: Myths of Sex, Science, and Society by Cordelia Fine Pdf

“Beliefs about men and women are as old as humanity itself, but Fine’s funny, spiky book gives reason to hope that we’ve heard Testosterone rex’s last roar.” —Annie Murphy Paul, New York Times Book Review Many people believe that, at its core, biological sex is a fundamental force in human development. According to this false-yet-familiar story, the divisions between men and women are in nature alone and not part of culture. Drawing on evolutionary science, psychology, neuroscience, endocrinology, and philosophy, Testosterone Rex disproves this ingrained myth and calls for a more equal society based on both sexes’ full human potential.

Author : Anne Kreamer
Publisher : Random House
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2015-06-09
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9780812997712

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Risk/Reward by Anne Kreamer Pdf

A persuasive and eye-opening look at the importance of embracing risk in our working lives—and how to use it to achieve lifelong career success Some of us relish the chance to fly without a net, others . . . not so much. But no matter how adventurous we might be in our personal lives, most of us are wary of allowing risk into our careers. With an economy in constant flux and a job market in which uncertainty is the only constant, stepping outside one’s comfort zone can feel dangerous. But as the findings of this eye-opening and urgent book attest, the avoidance of risk might pose the greatest danger of all to our career prospects. In Risk/Reward, trend-spotter and career guru Anne Kreamer makes the compelling case that embracing risk is essential to managing a twenty-first-century career. Risk-taking isn’t just for entrepreneurs, nor does it require working on a figurative tightrope. Rather, Kreamer says, conscious, consistent, and modest risk-taking can help us become more able to recognize opportunity when it appears, and more likely to seize the chance to make the right change at the right moment. Risk/Reward presents a framework for making the most of today’s ever-evolving workplace and turning risk-taking into a daily practice. Using proprietary data from three national studies about the American worker, Kreamer explores the importance of career risk-taking through profiles of four Risk/Reward personality types: Pioneers, Thinkers, Defenders, and Drifters. She presents a Risk/Reward Matrix that anyone can use to identify his or her own innate risk threshold, and she identifies constructive ways to implement risk in everyday situations—from initiating an uncomfortable conversation with a boss to sharing out-of-the-box ideas with colleagues or constructively challenging long-held practices in an organization. Peppered throughout Risk/Reward are insights and hard-won wisdom from notable achievers such as bestselling author Anna Quindlen, journalist Jane Pauley, CNBC financial maven Jim Cramer, thought leader Po Bronson, and Facebook COO Sheryl Sandberg. Timely and insightful, Risk/Reward is a unique blend of practical and inspirational wisdom that even the most risk-averse person can harness on the path toward success and fulfillment. Praise for Anne Kreamer’s It’s Always Personal: Navigating Emotion in the New Workplace “A stimulating read bolstered by . . . some of the best recent work on emotional intelligence and the science of happiness.”—The Wall Street Journal “So what should be the rules and boundaries for showing how you feel while you work? That’s a question asked and answered in Anne Kreamer’s fascinating . . . look at an issue that rarely gets discussed.”—The Washington Post “Finally, someone is willing to unpack the morass of anger, anxiety, sadness, and joy that drives the workday. . . . [Kreamer] has hit the ‘It’s about time!’ button.”—Elle “[A] lively, well-researched exploration of emotions on the job.”—Oprah.com “Explores how to be true to your ‘emotional flashpoints—anger, fear, anxiety, empathy, happiness and crying’—without sabotaging your career.”—The New York Times Book Review

Author : Perseus
Publisher : Vanguard Press
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2011-04-05
Category : Businesspeople
ISBN : 1593156375

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The Risk Takers by Perseus Pdf

A collection of in-depth interviews with some of the highest-profile entrepreneurs in the country about the secrets and strategies behind their success

Author : Shilpa Phadke,Sameera Khan,Shilpa Ranade
Publisher : Penguin Books India
Page : 295 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2011
Category : Feminism
ISBN : 9780143415954

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Why Loiter? by Shilpa Phadke,Sameera Khan,Shilpa Ranade Pdf

Presenting an original take on women’s safety in the cities of twenty-first century India, Why Loiter? maps the exclusions and negotiations that women from different classes and communities encounter in the nation’s urban public spaces. Basing this book on more than three years of research in Mumbai, Shilpa Phadke, Sameera Khan and Shilpa Ranade argue that though women’s access to urban public space has increased, they still do not have an equal claim to public space in the city. And they raise the question: can women’s access to public space be viewed in isolation from that of other marginal groups? Going beyond the problem of the real and implied risks associated with women’s presence in public, they draw from feminist theory to argue that only by celebrating loitering—a radical act for most Indian women—can a truly equal, global city be created.