Modern Performance Management

You don't have to do a dangerous job to endure a health-destroying, possibly life-threatening workplace. Just ask the manager in a senior finance role whose immense workload required frequent all-nighters, leading to alcohol and drug addiction. Or the dedicated news media producer whose commitment to getting the story resulted in a 60-pound weight gain thanks to having no down time to eat properly or exercise. These individuals are not exceptions. Every industry is filled with them, and the costs, to both employees and their companies, is enormous.

There's a bewildering array of management tools out there. And they all promise to help you excel at the toughest parts of your job: defining your organization's strategic direction, managing customers and costs, and boosting workforce performance. But just 30 percent of these tools deliver as intended. Why? As Jeremy Hope and Steve Player reveal in Beyond Performance Management, while many tools are sound in theory, they're misused by most organizations. For example, executives buy and implement a tool without first asking, "What problem are we trying to solve?" 

Modern employees are tired of command and control management. Employees are looking for personal growth, purpose, and a different lifestyle than prior generations of employees. These employees are in a market where they can have flexibility in how and where they work. They want and can demand choices in the work environment.

Stop Running on the Productivity Treadmill. Start Using the Most Powerful Partner Ever Created. Do you ever sit at your desk at 4 p.m., looking at a calendar so full it seems physically impossible? You’ve attended the seminars, you’ve tried the planners, and you’ve downloaded the apps, yet the "glass-walled conference room" feeling of being perpetually behind never goes away. The problem isn't your work ethic. It’s your bridge. In Time Management with AI, Ryan Holmes, a senior executive with over 16 years of experience leading brand teams for billion-dollar global organizations, ...

The Human Element: Balancing People and Performance in Modern Management is a practical leadership audiobook that teaches managers how to balance results with empathy, emotional intelligence, and clear communication. Unlike traditional management books that focus on systems and metrics, this one puts people at the center of performance. Each chapter includes real-world examples, coaching conversations, and actionable steps you can use right away.

What separates a good leader from a truly great one? It's not just vision or charisma—it's the ability to understand, influence, and motivate others on a deep, psychological level. In Charismatic Leadership, you’ll discover the hidden science behind the world’s most effective leaders. Blending timeless leadership principles with cutting-edge behavioral psychology, this transformative guide will teach you how to ethically influence others, inspire lasting commitment, and create a culture that drives performance. Inside, you’ll learn how to: Harness the power of persuasive ...

Unlock the full potential of your electric vehicle with expert guidance on battery management and optimization. This book bridges theory and practice, helping you understand, maintain, and enhance your EV's most critical component—the battery. Inside, you'll discover: Battery chemistry...

In the dynamic business landscape of today, organizations face unprecedented challenges in achieving and sustaining high performance. 'The High Performance Blueprint: Strategies for Sustainable Success in Modern Organizations' emerges as your definitive guide—a meticulously crafted roadmap designed to navigate these challenges and cultivate a resilient, high-performance organization within the evolving business sphere. This comprehensive resource extensively covers every facet of achieving excellence such as: Effective People Management: Learn to attract, develop, and retain top talent ...

Are you feeling overwhelmed by endless distractions, drained by daily demands, or stuck in cycles that no longer serve you? Live Smart is your practical guide to designing a life that’s not just productive — but purposeful, clear, and deeply aligned with who you want to become. This isn’t just another self-help book. It’s a complete mental operating system upgrade for modern living. Inside, you’ll learn how to sharpen your decision-making using proven mental models, master your emotions with real-world strategies, and build high-performance habits that stick — without burning ...

Unlock the full potential of your electric vehicle with expert guidance on battery management and optimization. This book bridges theory and practice, helping you understand, maintain, and enhance your EV's most critical component—the battery. Inside, you'll discover: Battery chemistry fundamentals and types (Li-ion, solid-state, etc.) Battery Management Systems (BMS) design, diagnostics, and calibration Thermal management strategies for longevity and safety Charging optimization and fast-charging considerations Practical tips for monitoring, maintaining, and troubleshooting battery ...