Hugo is a young ram, who lives in a beautiful herd on the heath. He has a nice shepherd and his dog will do anything to protect the sheep. Yet something is missing. Hugo believes things could be better. He does not want to ruminate for hours, be shaved every year and behave sheepishly. He wants to look for new opportunities and a way of working that will benefit the entire herd. When he gets the opportunity to visit the mouflons, he grabs it with both front hooves. There he discovers what it ...

After a successful career as change or transition-manager in over sixty companies in the Netherlands (from small to large and to very complex), Cees Buys has developed his own effective approach to bring organizations on the road to excellence and to success.

He says: "an organization is a collection of persons and a person is a collection of emotions who have reason too (the power to think). Use these both very important human assets carefully and be aware of the advantages when using them ...

Because most people don’t perceive management as an invention, we likely think differently about management innovation. Our claim is that management - as an invention-, has not significantly changed the past hundred years. The candle has been improved, but has not yet been replaced by a light bulb, so to speak. So far there have been modifications, such as recently Agile, key performance indicators or working with autonomous teams. However, these are small adjustments within an existing inv...

The future of the banks as 'healthy' organisations.

As CEO of the nv CKV bank and mentor of the non-profit organization Camèn, I give an image of the banks in 2025 in a nice, smoothly written and future-oriented book.

Based on my own financial and human background as well as several quotes from other authors, I sketch my picture of what the new role of banks will be.

In my first book I departed from the financial crisis of 2008; now, more than ten years later, I am expressing my positive ...

Embark on an inspiring journey with "Building a Business." This transformative guide unveils the secrets of success, emphasizing perseverance, adaptability, and strategic planning. It's not just a book; it's a roadmap for entrepreneurs turning dreams into reality. Reflect on your journey, draw inspiration, and envision businesses that leave a lasting impact. Celebrate the entrepreneurial spirit, a force driving innovation, and embrace the legacy you're creating. Whether a seasoned business ow...

Use the 'Little Black Journal' as a mirror, a way to capture your penmanship on paper. With 150 note pages and 75 blank sheets, this journal provides plenty of space to document your deepest thoughts, memories, goals, and creativity. The compact size makes it easy to take the journal with you anywhere you go.

Get lost in the thrill of maze puzzle games with this exciting collection. Challenge your wits as you navigate intricate mazes, each designed to test your problem-solving skills. Whether you're a seasoned maze enthusiast or a beginner, this book offers hours of brain-teasing fun. Get ready to embark on a labyrinthine adventure like no other!

This comprehensive wedding planner book, specifically designed for soon-to-be brides and grooms, is key to creating an unforgettable wedding day. This guide is filled with inspirational and practical tools, helping you effortlessly navigate every aspect of your wedding planning. The book covers designing an enchanting ceremony that reflects your personal story and love.

In addition to these creative elements, the book also focuses on the practical side of planning, including budget management...

Jos Moons (10-01-1957) has been a leadership and team coach for more than 35 years. He is an expert in coaching leadership, focusing on mutual respect, non-hierarchical thinking and personal development, always focusing on the needs of the coachee.

In this book, Jos wants to inspire readers to create their own coaching leadership story and apply it successfully in their own professional context. He draws on his extensive experience and insights, personal stories, real cases and practical mod...

Uniquely combining the latest research into careers with the most up to date coaching approaches, Julia Yates shows how to effectively apply coaching techniques to the world of career support.