The book considers what makes business families a... more

The book considers what makes business families and family businesses unique, and examines the issues that advisers are often called upon to address when assisting them... less

Strategy and the planning that created it has t... more

Strategy and the planning that created it has too often failed to deliver its promised results. The reasons for this failure are many and varied, but include an over-reliance on the next big thing in strategic methodology, a failure to recognize and deal with the total change that strategy requires in an organization, and an inability to deal with uncertainty. Wilson argues that strategy is a subtle and demanding art, far more than it is a science or a methodology. To succeed in dealing with complex, interacting forces inside and outside the organization, strategy must: Deal with the totality of the organization in the context of its total environment (not just one function or one facet of the organization) Learn to harness the power of opposites (the sometimes conflicting objectives of the organization, e.g., the long term and short term; vision and execution; economic constraints and social responsibility) Deal constructively with pervasive uncertainty in its future Develop a strategic vision Create a culture that fosters a strategic mindset throughout the organization. Without constant change and adaptation, a strategy will fail. Continuing success depends, therefore, upon constant learning from customers, competitors, changes in our environment, and our own mistakes.... less

Butterworths Common Law Series - Special Indian R... more

Butterworths Common Law Series - Special Indian Reprint... less

How good are your communication skills?Do you alw... more

How good are your communication skills?Do you always convey the correct message, or do you sometimes feel that you are not fully understood?What this book provides is a ten-lesson course that will transform you into a consistently excellent communicator.Drawing on psychology, linguistics and Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP), it teaches you how best to interact with colleagues, bosses, officials, family and friends, and become adept at new and effective communication techniques.Providing essential training in key NLP-based methods, Communication Excellence presents powerful exercises in: rapport-building; changing beliefs; matching, pacing and leading; anchoring; calibratingThese techniques will increase your ability to: manage; sell; inspire; market; influence; innovateCommunicating its own insights in a crystal-clear manner, Communication Excellence is an invaluable tool for all those in business who need to communicate effectively. Essential advice for everyone wishing to convey the correct message!... less

Featuring updated chapters, this new second editi... more

Featuring updated chapters, this new second edition shows how derivatives are used in a variety of transactions, how the documentation works and why boards need to be aware of them.... less

Quit Your Job And Turn Your Passion Into Your Pro... more

Quit Your Job And Turn Your Passion Into Your ProfessionHave you ever dreamed of turning the tables and sacking your boss?Now you can join the growing number of people who are setting up their own businesses and who choose to rely on their own initiative to build a thriving enterprise.Sack Your Boss is written by someone whos done it successfully. Jonathan Jay turned his own business idea into a storming success and, in this book, offers practical, down-to-earth advice on how you can do it too.... less

Sound is the fundamental creative force in the un... more

Sound is the fundamental creative force in the universe, bringing order to chaos, offering health and wellness. Tantra of Sound is a first-of-its-kind book that introduces the emerging field of sound healing into the realm of intimate relationships.Sound-healing pioneer Jonathan Goldman has teamed with his wife, Andi, a holistic psychotherapist, to create a unique and innovative approach to developing self-awareness. Emphasizing the science of sound healing for relationships and personal growth, they show you how to create the life and loving relationship youre longing for.Beginning with the practical understanding of tantra, the Goldmans clarify the ancient spiritual traditions by including basic meditations and a series of powerful toning exercises designed to activate the chakras and expand consciousness.With its clear, concise information and carefully chosen guided exercises, Tantra of Sound will help you discover yourself and your personal relationships anew.... less

A recognised authority on international tax, Jona... more

A recognised authority on international tax, Jonathan Schwarz is a practicing Barrister and significantly expands on his 2001 work on Tax Treaties: United Kingdom Law, in this 2nd edition of Schwarz on Tax Treaties. With extensive cross references to legislation, cases and other official guidance, this title provides you with all the information you need to deal with double taxation issues. Key features for this edition: *Application of treaties after the Court of Appeal decision in Smallwood *Characterisation of foreign entities in light of Swift *Updated to reflect the final phase of the rewrite project: TIOPA 2010, CTA 2010 *Analysis of European Law revised to reflect the Lisbon treaty *Exchange of information articles and the new OECD standard *The duty to mitigate foreign tax after Bayfine *Insights on resolving dual residence in light of Hankinson, Smallwood and Laerstate *The double taxation treaty passport scheme *2010 UK-German comprehensive treaty... less