Apathy and Other Small Victories

Author: Paul Neilan
Publisher: Macmillan
ISBN: 9780312352196
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 244

Book Description
A scathingly funny debut novel about disillusionment, indifference, and one man's desperate fight to assign absolutely no meaning to modern life. The only thing Shane cares about is leaving. Usually on a Greyhound bus, right before his life falls apart again. Just like he planned. But this time it's complicated: there's a sadistic corporate climber who thinks she's his girlfriend, a rent-subsidized affair with his landlord's wife, and the bizarrely appealing deaf assistant to Shane's cosmically unstable dentist. When one of the women is murdered, and Shane is the only suspect who doesn't care enough to act like he didn't do it, the question becomes just how he'll clear the good name he never had and doesn't particularly want: his own. “The malaise of cubicle culture may be well-trodden comedic territory by now, but Neilan's debut skewers office life with a flourish for the grotesque.” —The Village Voice

Apathy and Other Small Victories

Author: Paul Neilan
Publisher: Macmillan + ORM
ISBN: 1429907347
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 222

Fierce Leadership

Author: Susan Scott
Publisher: Crown Currency
ISBN: 038552904X
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 338

Book Description
From the author of the acclaimed book Fierce Conversations comes the antidote to some of the most wrongheaded practices of business today. · “Provide anonymous feedback.” · “Hire smart people.” · “Hold people accountable.” These are all sound, business practices, right? Not so fast, says leadership visionary and bestselling author Susan Scott. In fact, these mantras — despite being long-accepted and adopted by business leaders everywhere — are completely wrongheaded. Worse, they are costing companies billions of dollars, driving away valuable employees and profitable customers, limiting performance, and stalling careers. Yet they are so deeply ingrained in organizational cultures that no one has questioned them. Until now. In Fierce Leadership, Scott teaches us how to spot the worst “best” practices in our organizations using a technique she calls “squid eye”–the ability to see the “tells” or signs that we have fallen prey to disastrous behaviors by knowing what to look for. Only then, she says, can we apply the antidote.. Informed by over a decade of conversations with Fortune 500 executives, this book is that antidote. With fierce new approaches to everything from employee feedback to corporate diversity to customer relations, Scott offers fresh and surprising alternatives to six of the so-called “best” practices permeating today’s businesses. This refreshingly candid book is a must-read for any manager or leader at any level who is ready to take a long hard look at what trouble might be lurking in their organization - and do something about it.

The Slacker’s Guide to Humor Writing

Author: William Webb
Publisher: Ridiculously Simple Books
ISBN:
Category : Humor
Languages : en
Pages : 64

Book Description
Looking for a side-splitting read that will have you laughing out loud at every turn of the page? Look no further! Our latest humor book compilation takes you on a rollicking ride through the unpredictable and hilarious world of comedic literature, where laughter is always just a paragraph away. With a brilliant blend of wit, satire, and unadulterated hilarity, this book is the perfect antidote for those moments when life takes itself too seriously. Dive into this extraordinary collection of carefully curated gems, each designed to transport you to a world of belly laughs, chuckles, and grins. Whether you're an avid reader of humor or just in need of a good giggle, this book offers something for everyone. Some of the highlights of this uproarious tome include: • A fantastic variety of humor styles, from slapstick to satire, and everything in between • Timeless classics and contemporary masterpieces that have shaped the genre of comedic writing • Unique and unforgettable characters that will stay with you long after you've turned the last page • Delightfully absurd situations that will have you questioning reality (in the most amusing way, of course) So why wait? Grab your coziest reading nook, make yourself comfortable, and embark on a laughter-filled adventure that will keep you entertained from beginning to end. With our irresistible humor book, you'll never see the world the same way again! Discover the power of laughter today and treat yourself to a healthy dose of comedy with this unputdownable collection. This humor book is sure to be a hit with both new and seasoned fans of the genre, making it the perfect gift for friends, family, or even yourself. Go on, you deserve it! Remember: Laughter is the best medicine, and this book is just what the doctor ordered. Start reading now and let the hilarity ensue!

Library Journal

Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Libraries
Languages : en
Pages : 1304

Book Description

Principles of Social Change

Author: Leonard Jason
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
ISBN: 0199841853
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 207

Book Description
Principles of Social Change is written for those who are impassioned and driven by social justice issues in their communities and seek practical solutions to successfully address them. Leonard A. Jason, a leading community psychologist, demonstrates how social change can be accomplished and fostered by observing five key principles.

Decent, Upright, Savage

Author: Carlos Borodino
Publisher: Notion Press
ISBN: 163832624X
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 440

Book Description
In a future Indian Sub-Continent not so distant from the present day, the first-ever social-Darwinist country finds itself surrounded by its political and ideological enemies. To defend its interest, UNS will have to wage war- Offensives are, after all, the best way to defend. “Decent, Upright, Savage” shows us what happens to an individual when a system built around meritocracy gets infected with corruption and when the survival of the fittest turns into the survival of the most powerful.

How to Turn Everything Negative to Positive

Author: Sunday Adelaja
Publisher: Golden Truth Publishing
ISBN: 1793849668
Category : Self-Help
Languages : en
Pages : 228

Book Description
In this book, you’ll discover: 1. How to turn condemnation into positive energy 2. How to turn inferiority complex into positive energy 3. How to turn disappointment and depression into positive energy 4. How to turn jealousy into positive energy 5. How to turn problems into positive energy 6. Turn your problems into a springboard 7. How to turn your fear into positive energy 8. How to turn self-condemnation and guilt into positive energy 9. Self-condemnation and guilt should be turned into self-realization 10. How to turn pain, hurt and grief into positive energy

Library Journal

Author: Melvil Dewey
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Electronic journals
Languages : en
Pages : 540

Book Description
Includes, beginning Sept. 15, 1954 (and on the 15th of each month, Sept.-May) a special section: School library journal, ISSN 0000-0035, (called Junior libraries, 1954-May 1961). Also issued separately.

Inventing Academic Freedom

Author: Peter C. Kent
Publisher: Formac Publishing Company Limited
ISBN: 1459501489
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 228

Book Description
An account of the campus sit-in and ensuing controversy that triggered a revolution in Canadian universities and was key to establishing the principles of academic freedom in Canada