The 50 key concepts of astronomy, fully explained and illustrated

There is an entrenched relationship between the consulting industry and the way business and government are managed today which must change.

Mariana Mazzucato and Rosie Collington show that our economies' reliance on companies such as McKinsey, Boston Consulting Group, Bain & Company, PwC, Deloitte, KPMG and EY stunts innovation, obfuscates corporate and political accountability and impedes our collective mission of halting climate breakdown.

The 'Big Con' describes the confidence trick the c...

A complete introduction to the heavens through the tales of these 21 key stars.

THE INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERAn awe-inspiring portrait of the mysterious world beneath the waves, and the men and women who seek to uncover its secrets.

'Masterful and mesmerizing . .

. an irresistible mix of splendid scholarship, heart-stopping adventure writing, and vivid, visceral prose.' Sy Montgomery, author of Soul of an Octopus 'Fantastical and forbidding' Washington Post 'A fascinating history' Time'Casey’s descriptions of the shimmeringly strange life teeming below the wav...

The bestselling business classic by the sports management legend.

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One of the top ten greatest doctors in the world looks at the lowly checklist, and how this simple idea - which is free to reproduce - will revolutionise the way we approach problems, and help save lives. Today we find ourselves in possession of stupendous know-how, which we willingly place in the hands of the most highly skilled people.

THE FEELINGS GAME

The purpose of this game is to help you discuss the way you experience situations, people or organisations. As a result, you will not only become more aware of yourself, but you can also understand others better. The Feelings Game consists of 144 cards, divided into four groups:

1. Pleasant feelings (36 cards). Examples include: happy, satisfied and grateful.

2. Unpleasant feelings (60 cards). Examples include: lonely, angry and hurt.

3. Areas of life (16 cards). These represent...

This comprehensive guide to REACH compliance is an essential resource for businesses navigating the complex Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH) regulation. Covering all aspects of the compliance process, the book provides detailed insights into substance registration, dossier preparation, and SVHC management (Substances of Very High Concern), offering clear, actionable step-by-step checklists. Readers will also find in-depth discussions on the CLP Reg...

Wie aan de slag wil als sociaal ondernemer of meer wil weten over sociaal ondernemerschap, vindt in "Sociaal ondernemerschap: impact eerst" een uitgebreide gids vol inzichten en praktische adviezen.

Het boek bestaat uit drie delen. Het eerste deel, ‘Impact eerst’, laat zien hoe sociaal ondernemerschap past binnen nieuw economisch denken en hoe het zich verhoudt tot andere concepten, zoals maatschappelijk verantwoord of duurzaam ondernemen. Heldere voorbeelden en gedetailleerde analyses to...