Colin Williams Libros

"What really makes a good business leader? Do you have to be an extraordinarily charismatic hero with a larger than life personality before you can make things happen? What if you're not? What are the practical and personal lessons of good leadership that will help ordinary managers get the results they want by leading their teams effectively?" "Living Leadership 2e has the answers. This insightful and motivating book will help you discover how to make real connections with people, and become an effective leader who makes things happen in the real world." "Built on a unique four-year experiment working alongside real leaders in real businesses, Living Leadership explodes the myth of the charismatic, transformational leader, to show that real progress comes from the dramatically ordinary stuff of leadership." "By observing business leaders in top companies on a day-to-day basis, the authors found out how these top managers really spent their time and how they really made an impact. They saw these leaders holding key discussions with their teams; watched them formulate strategies, plans and visions; observed their behaviours, ambitions and frustrations. What emerged was a powerful set of principles and proven advice for managers everywhere who want to develop their leadership skills."--BOOK JACKET

Exploring the intersection of formal and informal institutions, this book delves into how the informal sector emerges from the discrepancies between established laws and societal norms. By utilizing institutional theory, it offers a fresh perspective on entrepreneurship within the informal economy, highlighting the influence of cultural values and beliefs on economic behavior. The analysis aims to deepen understanding of how these dynamics shape entrepreneurial activities and contribute to economic development.

In a charming tale, Pinky steps in to save the village when the storyteller runs out of stories. Aimed at young readers aged 4-8, this beautifully illustrated book not only captivates with its engaging narrative but also supports a noble cause, as proceeds benefit Library For All, a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping children worldwide learn to read.

A radical re-think of how individuals help organizations learn and adapt, aimed at everyone who cares about the future of their organization or company

An authoritative introduction to economic activity and income outside of government regulation, taxation and observation. The books examines its importance and characteristics in developed, developing and transitional economies, and its role as a driver of economic growth.

Built on a unique four-year experiment working alongside real leaders in real businesses, Living Leadership explodes the myth of the charismatic, transformational leader, to show that real progress comes from the dramatically ordinary stuff of leadership. From building relationships - not starting revolutions, by working with the grain of your organisation - not against it, and in knowing your limitations as much as pushing every boundary.