Firnando Chau Review
Thursday, February 28, 2008
The Speed of Trust: The One Thing That Changes Everything by Stephen M. R. Covey with Rebecca R. Merrill
The Speed of Trust: The One Thing That Changes Everything by Stephen M. R. Covey with Rebecca R. Merrill
Firnando Chau Review
Firnando Chau Review
Friday, February 22, 2008
Wednesday, February 13, 2008
The Talent War by Kerry Larkan
The Talent War: How to Find and Retain the Best People for Your Company by Kerry Larkan
Paperback: 208 pages
Publisher: Marshall Cavendish, 2007
ISBN: 9812613072, 9789812613073
Firnando Chau Review
Table of Contents:-
Foreword
Introduction
Finding Talent
Cost vs Benefits
Recruiting for Sustainable Success
Retaining the Best People
Developing Better Communication
The Right Character and Shared Values
Vision and Values
Developing a "Good Boss" Culture
Self Mastery
People are All Different - Aren't Thye?
Dealing with Difference
Getting through the Storm
Conclusion
Interview with Noble
Appendix 1
Appendix 2
Appendix 3
Appendix 4
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About the Book
The Talent War addresses the growing problem faced by managers and bosses over the difficulty of finding and retaining talented employees in this day and age. As Kerry Larkan rightly points out, a rapidly aging population will trigger critical skill shortages and companies will increasingly have to fight harder than ever to attract and keep the best people for their company.
In The Talent War, Kerry Larkan looks at some of the most successful companies with high retention rates and conducts interviews with key managerial figures to understand their policies and attitudes towards hiring and nurturing staff. The Talent War demonstrates, step by step, how to hire the right people (with the right values and character) for your company, how to get the most out of them and how to encourage them to stay!
Foreword (from the book)
The notion that modern business corporations will face an increasingly uphill task in attracting and retaining talented individuals in their company is foreshadowed brilliantly in The Talent War. Changing demographic trends and a manifestly different workforce with different value systems are the context within which 21st century companies must operate. For employers, the message is clear: Being a "Good Boss" can no longer be a matter of personal choice or whim.
In The Talent War, Kerry Larkan demonstrates how real, tangible economic benefits can be derived from being an "employer of choice". The book sets out clearly and conciesely the sort of company policies and employer practices that must be in place in order to create an ideal workplace for employees, and ensure that the best people will want to join and remain in the company. The Talent War is an essential read for every employer, manager or potential boss.
Dr. R. Palan (Ph.D.) - CEO, SMR Technologies
About the Author
In 2004 Kerry Larkan launched the bold new concept of Good Boss ~ Bad Boss ® to the business world after completing a major piece of research on Staff Loyalty and Winning the Talent War.
He has since published two books, The Talent War and Winning the Talent War, both of which continue to be successful throughout Australia and the Asia Pacific, particularly Hong Kong where Kerry was based from 2005 to 2009.
Kerry Larkan is frequently interviewed by the Asian media as an expert on staff retention. He has written a series of articles for the South China Morning Post on Good and Bad Bosses, and contributes to a range of magazines and online publications.
He also produces regular white papers, blogs and commentary on a wide range of issues including Hiring and Retaining Talent.
Paperback: 208 pages
Publisher: Marshall Cavendish, 2007
ISBN: 9812613072, 9789812613073
Firnando Chau Review
Table of Contents:-
Foreword
Introduction
Finding Talent
Cost vs Benefits
Recruiting for Sustainable Success
Retaining the Best People
Developing Better Communication
The Right Character and Shared Values
Vision and Values
Developing a "Good Boss" Culture
Self Mastery
People are All Different - Aren't Thye?
Dealing with Difference
Getting through the Storm
Conclusion
Interview with Noble
Appendix 1
Appendix 2
Appendix 3
Appendix 4
--
About the Book
The Talent War addresses the growing problem faced by managers and bosses over the difficulty of finding and retaining talented employees in this day and age. As Kerry Larkan rightly points out, a rapidly aging population will trigger critical skill shortages and companies will increasingly have to fight harder than ever to attract and keep the best people for their company.
In The Talent War, Kerry Larkan looks at some of the most successful companies with high retention rates and conducts interviews with key managerial figures to understand their policies and attitudes towards hiring and nurturing staff. The Talent War demonstrates, step by step, how to hire the right people (with the right values and character) for your company, how to get the most out of them and how to encourage them to stay!
Foreword (from the book)
The notion that modern business corporations will face an increasingly uphill task in attracting and retaining talented individuals in their company is foreshadowed brilliantly in The Talent War. Changing demographic trends and a manifestly different workforce with different value systems are the context within which 21st century companies must operate. For employers, the message is clear: Being a "Good Boss" can no longer be a matter of personal choice or whim.
In The Talent War, Kerry Larkan demonstrates how real, tangible economic benefits can be derived from being an "employer of choice". The book sets out clearly and conciesely the sort of company policies and employer practices that must be in place in order to create an ideal workplace for employees, and ensure that the best people will want to join and remain in the company. The Talent War is an essential read for every employer, manager or potential boss.
Dr. R. Palan (Ph.D.) - CEO, SMR Technologies
About the Author
In 2004 Kerry Larkan launched the bold new concept of Good Boss ~ Bad Boss ® to the business world after completing a major piece of research on Staff Loyalty and Winning the Talent War.
He has since published two books, The Talent War and Winning the Talent War, both of which continue to be successful throughout Australia and the Asia Pacific, particularly Hong Kong where Kerry was based from 2005 to 2009.
Kerry Larkan is frequently interviewed by the Asian media as an expert on staff retention. He has written a series of articles for the South China Morning Post on Good and Bad Bosses, and contributes to a range of magazines and online publications.
He also produces regular white papers, blogs and commentary on a wide range of issues including Hiring and Retaining Talent.
Saturday, February 2, 2008
How to Be Brilliant: Change Your Ways in 90 Days by Michael Heppell
About the Book:-
Paperback: 176 pages
Publisher: Prentice Hall; 2nd edition (November 30, 2007)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0273714511
ISBN-13: 978-0273714514
Firnando Chau Review
About the Book
Some areas of your work and life might need a bit of help - others you might think are pretty good. But even the good bits could almost certainly be better, and now is the time to make the next step up and really shine. The second edition of bestselling How To Be Brilliant provides a complete practical guide to gaining new levels of energy, enthusiasm and inspiration in your life. How To Be Brilliant is based on author Michael Heppell's 2 dat extensive training programmes. Thousands of people from prisoners to managing directors, from young to old have taken part in Heppell's training course to find brilliance. This valuable course has now been distilled into this one book. It includes a 90 day plan to help you achieve your short term goals and gives you over 50 tools which can be used to help you move up to the next level. It also uses many clear examples and stories to show you how to overcome barriers that hold you back. You'll learn how to develop a clear vision for your brilliant future.
From the Back Cover
What sounds better to you – being good or being brilliant?
Would you rather be a good friend or a brilliant friend? A good parent or a brilliant parent? Have a good career or a brilliant career?
For many of us, being ‘good’ isn’t really good enough. We want to make the very best we can out of our lives – to achieve all we can achieve and be the best we can be.
Some areas of your work and life might need a bit of help – others you might think are pretty good. But even the good bits could almost certainly be better. It’s time to make the next step up and really shine. Are you ready to be brilliant?
"I enjoyed Michael Heppell's 'How To Be Brilliant' so much I asked him to be my Coach"
Simon Woodroffe OBE, Founder of YO! Sushi and YOtel
Paperback: 176 pages
Publisher: Prentice Hall; 2nd edition (November 30, 2007)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0273714511
ISBN-13: 978-0273714514
Firnando Chau Review
About the Book
Some areas of your work and life might need a bit of help - others you might think are pretty good. But even the good bits could almost certainly be better, and now is the time to make the next step up and really shine. The second edition of bestselling How To Be Brilliant provides a complete practical guide to gaining new levels of energy, enthusiasm and inspiration in your life. How To Be Brilliant is based on author Michael Heppell's 2 dat extensive training programmes. Thousands of people from prisoners to managing directors, from young to old have taken part in Heppell's training course to find brilliance. This valuable course has now been distilled into this one book. It includes a 90 day plan to help you achieve your short term goals and gives you over 50 tools which can be used to help you move up to the next level. It also uses many clear examples and stories to show you how to overcome barriers that hold you back. You'll learn how to develop a clear vision for your brilliant future.
From the Back Cover
What sounds better to you – being good or being brilliant?
Would you rather be a good friend or a brilliant friend? A good parent or a brilliant parent? Have a good career or a brilliant career?
For many of us, being ‘good’ isn’t really good enough. We want to make the very best we can out of our lives – to achieve all we can achieve and be the best we can be.
Some areas of your work and life might need a bit of help – others you might think are pretty good. But even the good bits could almost certainly be better. It’s time to make the next step up and really shine. Are you ready to be brilliant?
"I enjoyed Michael Heppell's 'How To Be Brilliant' so much I asked him to be my Coach"
Simon Woodroffe OBE, Founder of YO! Sushi and YOtel
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