Conquering Nonprofit Chaos is a nonprofit leader's guide for dealing with crisis, financial mismangement, urgent fundraising, bad boards, and cultures of negativity and despair. Author Bradley Burck provides readers a valuable reference to help identify and correct poor nonprofit management practices that contribute to chaos and can ultimately lead to crisis.

Providing an insider view on how to tackle the very unique challenges of the Indian market, the former India head of two U.S. multinational corporations proves that if you can make it in India, you can make it anywhere by revealing how to break into through successfully. 10,000 first printing.

Are you a Mess Maven suffering from Paperosis Misplacea? Do you work with a Deadline Deadbeat or have Phone-o-phobic clients? Have you ever felt overwhelmed or overloaded? For anyone struggling with too many projects, too little time, and too much paper, organizing guru Harriet Schechter -- aka The Miracle Worker -- offers innovative methods for conquering the five types of workplace chaos: Time, Memory, Communication, Information, and Projects. And she shows you how to handle the real Chaos Creators: * Bosses who expect you to cover for them * Coworkers who leave messes for you to clean up * Assistants who are even more overwhelmed than you are * Clients who won't return your phone calls No matter who or what is creating the chaos that drives you crazy, Conquering Chaos at Work has the practical, easy-to-adopt solutions you need to overcome disorganization now...and forever.

Tired of spinning through jobs and men with abandon, Helen Ficklesham decides to wrestle her life back on track. But when she trips a sexy stranger, she's tempted to ditch her good intentions for another hot fling, one that may ruin her dream job and flatten her self-esteem. Professor Julian Webb never knew what hit him, but now he's caught in Helen's whirlwind, protecting her from old enemies within his wealthy family, and considering commitment—both mental and marital. The problem is, while Helen wears her heart on her sleeve, he refuses to risk his. He wants her on his terms. Helen can hold her own against her demanding boss, her diva mother, and Julian's scheming relatives, but falling truly in love is the scariest thing she's ever done. How can she know for sure what he feels? Is she willing to deny him to keep her career and independence? She's a woman on the verge of a breakthrough. Take cover!

Create a more simplified life and thrive! Unlock the power to conquer chaos and flourish in very aspect of your life with this transformative guide. In Conquer Chaos and Thrive, you'll embark on a journey to reclaim peace and balance, beginning with your spiritual walk and extending to self-care practices that nurture your mind, body, and soul. Discover practical strategies to bring order to your home, cultivate stronger connections in your marriage, navigate the complexities of parenthood with ease, and streamline efficiency in your work life. From mastering your finances to fostering order within your community and preparing for the unexpected, this provides invaluable insights and actionable steps to help you create a life of purpose, productivity, and peace. Embrace the transformative power of organization and unlock the path to a more fulfilling and stress-free existence.

Apply timeless, biblical insights to overcome organizational chaos Over 47% of leaders say that chaos is pervasive in their organizations. Though disorder can feel overwhelming at times, human beings are actually designed to overcome and conquer chaos. In Built to Beat Chaos: Biblical Principles for Leading Yourself and Others, renowned teacher, coach, speaker, and best-selling author Gary Harpst delivers an insightful and practical discussion of how to transform chaos into order by relying on strategies drawn directly from the Bible. You’ll learn how to find fulfillment and success by leaning into your innate ability to calm the madness and control chaos by: Understanding the fundamental processes underlying how we put things together for a purpose Discovering why everyone is biblically called to leadership and the dynamics of self-leadership Applying biblical principles to transform your organization through action An invaluable roadmap for board members, executives, managers, pastors, and other organizational leaders, Built to Beat Chaos is the straightforward, practical, and biblically grounded business manual that every leader should read.

Peaceful Chaos, the Art of Leadership in Time of Rapid Change is one of very few books that will help express your humanity at work. While many consider the business environment to be incompatible with individual growth, this book shows that you can purse your self awareness, personal and even spiritual development in ways that will also enhance your business success. Margot Cairnes, Principal of her own Sydney-based company, The Change Dynamic, is a University Medallist from Sydney University and an MBA with experiences ranging from university lecturing to being Chief Executive of a group of companies. She is a recognised authority in organisational change. In Peaceful Chaos she will lead you through a series of ideas, case studies and exercises that will have you embracing in new and exciting ways. You will find yourself referring to her wisdom for many years as you travel with the author on a journey that is guaranteed to help you move from chaos to peace of mind and strategic success. Essential reading for personal growth by any person working in a business including the Managing Director, Quality Manager and Change Agent. What Others have Said: Peaceful Chaos is one of the first books to successfully explore the pivotal connection between individual fulfilment and corporate strategy. The chapter Strategy in Motion is essential reading for every executive. Robert Bruce, Adviser in Strategic Management Visiting Fellow, MBA Programme, Macquarie University This is a very special book. Firstly, it is Australian, written by one of our foremst authorities on the nature of change, and therefore entirely relevant to our local culture and conditions... The book reflects Stephen Conveys approach in The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People. Peaceful Chaos deserves to be every bit as well known. The Hames Report

The Marketing Book is everything you need to know but were afraid to ask about marketing. Divided into 25 chapters, each written by an expert in their field, it's a crash course in marketing theory and practice. From planning, strategy and research through to getting the marketing mix right, branding, promotions and even marketing for small to medium enterprises. This classic reference from renowned professors Michael Baker and Susan Hart was designed for student use, especially for professionals taking their CIM qualifications. Nevertheless, it is also invaluable for practitioners due to its modular approach. Each chapter is set out in a clean and concise way with plenty of diagrams and examples, so that you don't have to dig for the information you need. Much of this long-awaited seventh edition contains brand new chapters and a new selection of experts to bring you bang up to date with the latest in marketing thought. Also included are brand new content in direct, data and digital marketing, and social marketing. If you're a marketing student or practitioner with a question, this book should be the first place you look.

A comprehensive handbook for leading a successful nonprofit This handbook can educate and empower a whole generation of nonprofit leaders and professionals by bringing together top experts in the field to share their knowledge and wisdom gained through experience. This book provides nonprofit professionals with the conceptual frameworks, practical knowledge, and concise guidance needed to succeed in the social sector. Designed as a handbook, the book is filled with sage advice and insights from a variety of trusted experts that can help nonprofit professionals prepare to achieve their organizational and personal goals, develop a better understanding of what they need to do to lead, support, and grow an effective organization. Addresses a wealth of topics including fundraising, Managing Technology, Marketing, Finances, Advocacy, Working with Boards Contributors are noted nonprofit experts who define the core capabilities needed to manage a successful nonprofit Author is the former Executive Director of Craigslist Foundation This important resource offers professionals key insights that will have a direct impact on improving their daily work.

Even if you don't have your dream job, every day is precious and filled with opportunities. Make the Most of Your Workday challenges you to actively manage and make the most of workday possibilities and problems. With drive, determination, and optimism, it offers solutions to workday predicaments. You can take control; you don't have to wait for leaders, people, or circumstances to change. No matter your level, situation, or dilemma, Mary shows you how to regroup, reframe, and bounce back. Make the Most of Your Workday begins with six common scenarios. Can you relate to any of the following challenges? Getting caught up in office dramas. Watching workloads increase while resources decrease. Feeling your interest, enthusiasm, and focus fade. Yearning for effective leadership. Wanting to avoid working with certain people. Feeling at the mercy of technology. Make the Most of Your Workday contains powerful strategies and tools from several key areas and combines them into a concise practical guide, from strengthening your mindset and self-awareness to identifying needs and goals, from prioritizing your time and energy to communicating effectively and managing the unexpected.