1570 results for 'Company, Houghton Mifflin'

Leadership is about recognizing that there's a greatness in everyone, and your job is to create an environment where that greatness can emerge. This is the key to innovation, as legendary coaches...

When life gets tough, some people find comfort in unexpected places. For former elite Kasuya and his neighbour Kuzuya, their daily routine is all about finding solace in each other's company.But one...

The Soul of a New Machine by Tracy Kidder In 1981, a new era in computing began, and Tracy Kidder's riveting story of one company's efforts to bring a microcomputer to market captured the hearts of...

Amp It Up: Leading for Hypergrowth by Raising Expectations, Increasing Urgency, and Elevating IntensityFrank Slootman, CEO of Snowflake, shares his leadership approach for driving growth and scale in...

The Attacker's Advantage: Turning Uncertainty into Breakthrough Opportunities by Ram Charan. In today's fast-changing world, companies face sharp bends in their market space that can lead to major...

The Mind Of The Strategist: The Art of Japanese Business by Kenichi Ohmae This book explores the dynamic and subtle world of business strategy as it is practiced in real companies. It delves into the...

A comprehensive guide to tin toy cars from around the world, featuring hundreds of models from the 1900s to the 1970s. This reference book showcases a wide range of private passenger and sports cars,...

Simplify your business with the power of simplicity. For over 40 years, Richard Koch has uncovered fundamental principles that govern business success, and now he's sharing his latest discovery: the...

A charity pool party on a sweltering Sunday in May seems like the perfect way to bring the community together, but for Louise, it's a day of mixed emotions. Her estranged husband Barnaby is in...

At Seastone, the summer months bring a chance for three friends to escape the challenges of their lives and find comfort in each other's company. For Bea, Marissa, and Emma, the remote Suffolk coast...

Understanding Michael Porter: A Guide to Competition and Strategy Michael Porter's frameworks are the foundation for understanding how companies achieve and sustain competitive success. However, many...

The Future of Work: A Practical Guide to Flexible Teams The traditional office routine is a thing of the past, and flexible work is here to stay. With 93% of employees wanting more flexibility in...

The subscription model is transforming industries and businesses. Netflix, Spotify, and Salesforce are just a few examples of companies that have successfully adapted to this shift. But what does...

Tencent's rise to global dominance was a watershed moment in 2017, when the company overtook Facebook to become the world's fifth largest. This is more than just the story of WeChat, the messaging...

Inclusive Leadership: A Roadmap to Creating and Delivering an Effective Diversity and Inclusion Strategy. Leaders have been grappling with creating more diverse and inclusive companies for over a...

The British Empire in India was marked by a period of unprecedented exploitation and violence. At its peak, the empire's control over India had a devastating impact on the country's economy and...

This comprehensive publication explores the history of Italian switchblade knives, spanning over two centuries. Featuring nearly 200 beautiful photos and ephemera, the book delves into the evolution...

From the places where Easy Company trained and fought, comes a unique blend of travel essay, travel guide, and history book. Dalton Einhorn's journey to the sites of the Band of Brothers has resulted...

The Ups & Downs Of A Crane Driver by Philip R Hall In this unique and candid memoir, Philip Hall recounts his three decades of employment with a single company, which underwent two changes of...

Managing Humans is a practical guide to leadership, drawing on the experiences of software companies like Apple, Slack, and Pinterest. Michael Lopp shares his insights on essential management skills,...

Discover the secret to unlocking webinar success and doubling your business profits. A well-crafted webinar can be a game-changer for companies, allowing them to attract new customers and serve...

Building long-lasting success in business is a rare achievement. Even established companies struggle to survive beyond their second birthday. However, some organisations have managed to thrive for...

Frédéric Pierucci's story is one of corporate power and corruption. In 2014, he lost control of a significant part of France's nuclear power plants to the United States. This loss was part of a...

Eight short plays by women, selected for their thought-provoking portrayals of women's lives and experiences. Commissioned and developed as part of the Women Centre Stage Festival, these plays...

The Metaverse And How it Will Revolutionize Everything by Matthew Ball The concept of the Metaverse has become increasingly prominent, with its presence felt in the latest fashion trends, government...

In the Age of Software, businesses face a daunting challenge: will they dominate and maintain relevance, or become digital relics? Dr. Mik Kersten offers a new approach to solve this problem with the...

Build an intentional culture with the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) to master the people component of your business. The second installment of the EOS Mastery Series, this book provides the...

Insanely Simple: The Obsession that Drives Apple's Success by Ken Segall is an insider's view of the company's approach to simplicity. Ken Segall, creative director at NeXT and Apple, reveals the ten...

Insight into the minds of the world's most successful CEOs, distilled from extensive interviews with top corporate leaders.Being a CEO at one of the world's largest companies is a daunting task, with...

The BlackBerry Empire: A Story of Rise and Fall The story of BlackBerry's extraordinary rise and spectacular fall is a riveting tale of innovation and competition. This is not a conventional story of...

The Integrated Reporting Movement: Understanding the Power of Sustainable Business This book explores the concept of integrated reporting, a key mechanism for companies to ensure their long-term...

Discover the secrets of the carpet cleaning industry's most successful companies. Mark Kennedy, a renowned expert, has worked with over 43 of the largest and most successful carpet cleaning...

The Brompton Engineering for Change For over 40 years, the Brompton bike has remained virtually unchanged, a testament to its ingenious design and the entrepreneurial spirit of its creators. This...

The Progress Principle: Using Small Wins to Ignite Joy, Engagement, and Creativity at Work by Teresa Amabile and Steven Kramer. Understanding what drives employee motivation and engagement is crucial...

The Everything Blueprint: The Story Behind the Microchip That Conquered the World The microchip is a tiny device that lies at the heart of the world's technological advance, powering everything from...

Set in the world of Italian fashion, Palazzo is a spellbinding story of love, family and legacy from bestselling author Danielle Steel. After a tragic accident, Cosima Saverio must take on leadership...

Triumph Cars 100 Years is a comprehensive volume that chronicles the history of Triumph sports cars, from the first 10/20 in 1923 to the legendary GT6 and the latter-day 1300, 1500, and Dolomite...

Breaking Twitter: Elon Musk and the Most Controversial Corporate Takeover in History The $44 billion takeover of Twitter by Elon Musk in October 2022 marked a seismic shift in the digital giant's...

Sinophobia: The Huawei Story is a comprehensive examination of the company's rise to global prominence and its struggles to enter the US market. Drawing on over 1,000 reports from various sources,...

Constructing a solid foundation for business execution is crucial for achieving success, yet many firms struggle to get ahead. Enterprise Architecture as Strategy: Creating a Foundation for Business...

Sales Enablement: A Master Framework to Engage, Equip and Empower a World-Class Sales Force by Byron Matthews and Tamara Schenk is a practical guide to boosting revenue through smarter selling. This...

Michael Somes: A Life in The Royal Ballet Michael Somes was the driving force behind The Royal Ballet's most iconic performances. Born in 1917, he defied convention to become a star and a maker of...

Riding Denver's Rails: A Mile-high Streetcar History Discover the fascinating story of Denver's streetcar system, which once boasted one of the largest in the nation. From the early horsecars of the...

The Membership Economy (PB) by Robbie Kellman Baxter In today's business world, companies are shifting away from traditional ownership models and towards membership-based formats. This disruptive...

Logistics and Supply Chain Management explores the ways in which organisations can better serve their customers and improve the value they create. As markets become increasingly competitive and...

Revamp your workplace culture with practical strategies for creating a supportive, flexible, productive, and happy work environment. As the modern workforce demands greater focus on wellness,...

Execution: The Discipline of Getting Things Done In a rapidly changing business landscape, the ability to execute is more crucial than ever. Larry Bossidy and Ram Charan, two highly respected...

Dan McCrum's investigative journalism exposes the shocking truth behind Wirecard, a tech company that rose to incredible heights in a remarkably short period. Offices sprouted up around the world,...

Drew McIntyre's life was marked by a destiny both chosen and squandered. Born in a small village in Scotland, he dreamed of becoming a WWE Champion, following in the footsteps of wrestling legends...

The Art of Innovation: Lessons in Creativity from IDEO At the heart of many successful companies lies a culture of creativity and innovation. Tom Kelley, partner at IDEO, shares the strategies and...

The Lion King is a 24-page hardcover book published by Ultramarine Publishing Company, Incorporated in 2022. This edition features the work of Disney and Mared Llwyd.With its unique blend of...

The Encyclopedia of Matchbox Toys 1947-2001 by Charlie Mack is a comprehensive guide to the vast and varied world of Matchbox toys. Spanning over 54 years, this book showcases nearly 2,500 color...

Discover the fascinating world of vintage cigarette lighters in this comprehensive guide. With over 800 examples, this book showcases a wide range of lighters from well-known manufacturers like...

Cigarette Lighters is a comprehensive guide to the world of cigarette lighter collecting. With over 500 lighters illustrated in full color, this book provides an in-depth look at the history and...

The Rush to Judgment That Killed Nortel In 2003, a routine examination of Nortel Networks' balance sheet sparked a witch hunt that would ultimately claim the company's reputation. What began as a...

Sara Blakely's journey to building a billion-dollar company is a story of perseverance and innovation. After searching for a solution to her own problem of cellulite, she turned her idea into a...

The Incredible Rise and Inevitable Collapse of Ted Turner's WCW by Guy Evans In the late 1990s, professional wrestling became a global phenomenon, captivating audiences with its unique blend of...

The post-war production of Wagner's Meistersinger in Oxford is a cause for celebration, with nearly everyone in the company looking forward to a night of music and merriment. However, the arrival of...

At the heart of The Container Store's success lies a unique approach to business that prioritises the well-being of all stakeholders. Kip Tindell, the company's Chairman and CEO, reveals the...

Several People Are Typing by Calvin Kasulke is a humorous and satirical take on contemporary life. When Gerald's consciousness is uploaded into his company's Slack channel, he finds himself at the...

The Effective Engineer: Unlocking the Mindset of Top Software Engineers. Discover the secret to producing a disproportionate impact in software engineering without sacrificing hours. Edmond Lau, a...

The Startup Way: How Entrepreneurial Management Transforms Culture and Drives Growth Eric Ries, a pioneer in the field of entrepreneurship, has written a groundbreaking book that challenges...

Warm and charming illustrations bring to life the sweetest of friends in this delightful board book. As you turn the pages, a lively company of children and pets sing along to a catchy tune,...

David Thompson's epic journey across the Canadian West is a testament to the power of scientific advancement and exploration. Between 1784 and the early 19th century, Thompson spent nearly three...

For a successful classic car or motorcycle restoration project, it's essential to know who to trust with your valuable parts. SW Barratt, a seasoned restoration expert with 16+ years of experience,...

Calcutta, 1837. The East India Company's grip on India is tenuous at best, and its most notorious son, Xavier Mountstuart, has vanished into thin air. Junior officer William Avery is sent to find...

Hubert Joly's leadership principles have been instrumental in transforming Best Buy into one of the most desirable businesses to work for. Now, he shares these same principles that underpinned his...

This book offers a fresh perspective on business efficiency, challenging the conventional wisdom on lean management. Written by Niklas Modig and Pär Åhlström, it has been adopted by several...

Setting up or expanding a family mediation business can seem like a daunting task, but with the right guidance, it can be a manageable process. This book provides a clear and comprehensive guide to...

Financial Statements: A Step-By-Step Guide to Understanding and Creating Financial Reports is a comprehensive introduction to financial reporting, making it accessible to anyone without an accounting...

The Messy Marketplace: A Guide to Selling Your Business Selling a business can be a stressful and frustrating experience, especially when the process is shrouded in mystery. This book aims to...

The Pfizer Papers reveals shocking truths about the pharmaceutical company's COVID-19 vaccine. Based on primary source documents and medical literature, this book exposes the flaws in Pfizer's mRNA...

The Gibson Guitar factory in Kalamazoo, Michigan, was a place of mystery. In the mid-1940s, seventy women sat in four rows, their presence a challenge to conventional wisdom. The image haunted author...

Shiny Broken Pieces: A Tiny Pretty Things Novel by Sona Charaipotra and Dhonielle Clayton is a gripping novel about the cutthroat world of professional dance. The story follows June, Bette, and Gigi...

The Unapproachable Norton The story of Norton, a name synonymous with speed and success in international Grand Prix racing, spans nearly five decades. From its humble beginnings in 1907, the company...

Trolls is a comprehensive guide to the popular collectible toy, featuring over 600 colour photographs. The book showcases a wide range of trolls, including those made by several companies, as well as...

The story of how a couple of regular guys turned a small idea into a retail giant is a fascinating tale of entrepreneurship and determination. Bernie Marcus and Arthur Blank, two men who had just...

Anna Pavlova was a dancer who loved ballet from a very young age. She watched a performance with her mother and was inspired to try it herself. Despite being rejected from the famous Imperial Ballet...

Julia Butterfly Hill's remarkable story is one of courage and conviction. In 1997, she embarked on a 738-day tree-sit in a 1,000-year-old redwood in California, protesting the destruction of the...

A comprehensive guide to tin toy cars from around the world, featuring hundreds of models from the 1900s to the 1970s. This book showcases a wide range of commercial delivery and public service...

Dead Money is a gripping mystery novel that will keep you on the edge of your seat. When the CEO of a tech startup is murdered, leaving behind a vast fortune, the company's chief investor is forced...

Transform Your Spreadsheets into Dynamic Reports and Dashboards with Excel Dashboards & Reports For Dummies. The latest version of Microsoft Excel offers a wide range of features and capabilities,...

The First Anglo-Sikh War 1845-46 The Betrayal of the Khalsa This fully illustrated study of the First Anglo-Sikh War tells the story of a dramatic and hard-fought conflict during Britain's rule of...

A Shooting at Chateau Rock by Martin Walker In the picturesque Dordogne region of France, Bruno, Chief of Police, is drawn into a complex web of deceit and corruption. Following a local farmer's...

ERF B C CP and E-Series at Work Patrick Dyer's latest book explores the remarkable story of ERF, England's last independent truck manufacturer, between 1975 and 1993. The book focuses on the B, C, CP...

Sales Differentiation: 19 Powerful Strategies to Win More Deals at the Prices You Want by Lee B. Salz In competitive marketplaces, salespeople often face a difficult choice: lower prices to win...

Demonstrating to Win! The Indespensible Guide for Demonstrating Complex Products by Robert Riefstahl is a practical guide for those leading prospects through the process of showcasing complex...

The Pyramid of Lies: A Story of Ambition and Greed In 2021, Greensill Capital, a financial technology company founded by Lex Greensill, collapsed into administration. This dramatic event was just the...

Develop a digital mindset to thrive in a world driven by data and powered by algorithms. This book introduces three approaches - Collaboration, Computation, and Change - and the perspectives and...

Great by Choice: Uncertainty, Chaos, and Luck - why Some Thrive Despite Them All In this groundbreaking work, Jim Collins returns to ask a crucial question: what sets apart companies that thrive in...

Dylan's life is turned upside down when his farm is taken away by a global company. But he's not one to give up easily. With a new journey ahead, he sets out to rescue his home, accompanied by an...

Langston dreams of dancing. He loves to twirl and whirl, to leap and spin. Since watching the Alvin Ailey Dance Company perform, he's longed to join their ranks.The whole street becomes his stage...

Ten in the Bed is a heartwarming picture book about the importance of sharing and snuggling up together. With ten little bodies in a small space, it's a bit of a squeeze! But as the night wears on,...

The Wall A woman awakens to find herself isolated from the rest of the world by an invisible barrier. With only a cat, a dog, and a cow for company, she must learn to survive and cope with her new...

Bill Gates is an American business magnate and philanthropist who revolutionized personal computers. This biography tells the story of his childhood passion for computer technology, which led to the...

In 1986, San Francisco is a city on the cusp of change. For Martin Hench, a former MIT dropout, this means a new chance to reinvent himself as a forensic accountant in the digital age. When he's...

Lola XOXO Volume 2 by Siya Oum is the next chapter in a gripping story of survival and resilience. After facing the harsh realities of the Wasteland Trading Company, Lola's determination to find her...

Derby and Rolls-Royce have been inextricably linked since 1908. This book tells the story of the factory and its people, exploring the company's remarkable engineering achievements and the fortunes...

The Birth of Netflix: How an Idea Changed the World In 1997, the video rental landscape was dominated by brick-and-mortar stores, with late fees and video-streaming still in their infancy. Marc...

The Caravan Goes On: How Aramco and Saudi Arabia Grew Up Together by Frank Jungers is a unique account of one man's journey to leadership of the world's largest energy company. Over three decades,...