The number of mergers and acquisitions has treble... more

The number of mergers and acquisitions has trebled in the last 10 years. But how much is really understood about the process of mergers and acquisitions, and in particular about its effects on and implications for people? As a manager of people, what are the issues you should understand and address?There is little real understanding of the human dimensions before, during and after the acquisition, joint venture or strategic alliance. This groundbreaking book offers the line manager and the HR professional practical guidance on the people issues involved in the process before the merger, during implementation and throughout the period of consolidation. Mergers And Acquisitions: An HR Perspective includes: HRM: the forgotten factor in M&As Influencing the decision to merger Establishing effective communications Handling job insecurity, pay and benefits Support systems and counselling... less

A New Life Together: One Day at a TimeEach day of... more

A New Life Together: One Day at a TimeEach day of a marriage holds the promise of growth, discovery, and love. The daily reflections in this book nurture a couple through the ups, downs, and in-betweens along the journey of love.Designed for newlyweds to read together, this book will open lines of fruitful communication and help build a strong relationship that will last for many years.This insightful guide pairs empowering affirmations with wise and witty quotes from such varied sources as Indira Gandhi, Cher, Anais Nin, Mother Teresa, Melody Beattie, Woody Allen, and D. H. Lawrence, and it speaks to the issues that test a couples love - including passion, self-esteem, commitment, anger, and trust.With words of encouragement for every day of a couples first year, this book will again and again offer direction, support, and inspiration from the heart.... less

A Companion for the Journey of PregnancyFrom the ... more

A Companion for the Journey of PregnancyFrom the moment of conception, an expectant mother begins a life-changing journey. The 40 weeks of daily reflections in this book complete with words of wisdom and encouragement from such varied sources as Emily Dickinson, Benjamin Spock, Anna Quindlen, and Dorothy Parker illuminate the expectant mothers path and help her celebrate all the miracles along the way. Reflections for Expectant Mothers confronts the many issues that surround the mystery of birth, including handling pain and fear, dealing with well-meaning meddlers, and adapting to a changing body and personal relationships.... less

A New Life Together: One Day at a TimeEach day of... more

A New Life Together: One Day at a TimeEach day of a marriage holds the promise of growth, discovery, and love. The daily reflections in this book nurture a couple through the ups, downs, and in-betweens along the journey of love.Designed for newlyweds to read together, this book will open lines of fruitful communication and help build a strong relationship that will last for many years.This insightful guide pairs empowering affirmations with wise and witty quotes from such varied sources as Indira Gandhi, Cher, Anais Nin, Mother Teresa, Melody Beattie, Woody Allen, and D. H. Lawrence, and it speaks to the issues that test a couples love - including passion, self-esteem, commitment, anger, and trust.With words of encouragement for every day of a couples first year, this book will again and again offer direction, support, and inspiration from the heart.... less

*Fully explains the role of misrepresentation in ... more

*Fully explains the role of misrepresentation in contract law *Further expands on the role of mistake and non-disclosure in a contractual dispute *Provides a clear explanation into the definitions and differences between misrepresentation, mistake and non-disclosure *Structured around remedies available for misrepresentation, mistake and non-disclosure to give practical focus for practitioners *Fully updated in relation to both case-law and statutory developments, including discussions of areas where points are still unclear or may be further reviewed by the courts or subject to statutory reform... less