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The Performance Appraisal Toolkit

"The Performance Appraisal Tool Kit: Redesigning Your Performance Review Template to Drive Individual and Organisational Change" by Paul Falcone is a comprehensive guide aimed at managers and organisations looking to transform their performance appraisal processes. This book offers practical insights and resources to help address the limitations of traditional performance reviews and turn them into a more effective and growth-oriented tool.

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Bribery: Law and Practice

“Bribery Law and Practice” is a comprehensive guide to the laws and practices related to bribery in the UK. The book is authored by Monty Raphael QC, a leading criminal defence barrister with extensive experience in representing clients in high-profile corruption cases. The book is designed to be a practical guide for lawyers, businesses, and individuals dealing with bribery and corruption issues.

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5 minutes

Overwhelmed: Work, Love, and Play When No One Has the Time

Overwhelmed: Work, Love, and Play When No One Has the Time by Brigid Schulte is a thought-provoking exploration of the modern epidemic of overwhelm and its impact on various aspects of our lives. Schulte delves into the challenges individuals face in balancing work, family, and personal time, and offers insights into how we can reclaim our time and create a more fulfilling and balanced life.

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5 minutes

The 4-Hour Workweek

The 4-Hour Workweek by Timothy Ferriss is a groundbreaking book that challenges conventional ideas about work and provides a blueprint for achieving lifestyle design and ultimate freedom. Ferriss presents a new way of thinking about work and productivity, advocating for efficiency, automation, and outsourcing to create a life of abundance and fulfilment.

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5 minutes

Critical Chain Project Management

Critical Chain Project Management (CCPM) is a project management methodology that was introduced by Eliyahu Goldratt in his book, "Critical Chain". This approach to project management is based on the theory of constraints, which states that every system is limited by a small number of constraints that must be managed in order to optimize the overall performance of the system. 

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5 minutes

Ethics and Risk Management

In Ethics and Risk Management, Lina Svedin examines the intersection of ethical considerations and risk management practices in organisations, particularly in the public sector. Svedin emphasises that effective risk management is not merely about minimising harm or avoiding liability but about incorporating ethical values into decision-making processes to balance competing interests and priorities. The book provides a comprehensive framework for understanding how ethical principles can guide organisations in navigating complex risks while maintaining trust and accountability.

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