Common Knowledge
Common Knowledge

Author: Moira Cockell

Publisher: EPFL Press

Published: 2011-01-01

Total Pages: 258

ISBN-13: 2940222320

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Structure is a central theme of construction, of interest to both engineers and architects; this book on architectural structures aims to facilitate the dialogue between these two professions. The chapters are organized into a progressive, step-by-step analysis of increasing complexity - a structural path - stressing an intuitive approach and conveying with diagrams and simple equations the requirements behind the dimensioning of all types of structures employed in construction. This approach is particularly useful for students, providing them with an intuitive understanding of form and function, as well as the insight to make their designs more sensible, coherent and elegant. "The art of structures" has been written for architects, civil engineers and construction professionals, and for all those need to acquire an intuitive and practical approach to the design and appropriate dimensioning of load bearing structures.

Wiser
Wiser

Author: Cass R. Sunstein

Publisher: Harvard Business Press

Published: 2015

Total Pages: 274

ISBN-13: 1422122999

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"We've all been involved in group decisions--and they're hard. And they often turn out badly. Why? Many blame bad decisions on 'groupthink' without a clear idea of what that term really means. Now, Nudge coauthor Cass Sunstein and leading decision-making scholar Reid Hastie shed light on the specifics of why and how group decisions go wrong--and offer tactics and lessons to help leaders avoid the pitfalls and reach better outcomes"--Dust jacket flap.

Beyond Common Knowledge
Beyond Common Knowledge

Author: Erik Gilbert Jensen

Publisher: Stanford University Press

Published: 2003

Total Pages: 456

ISBN-13: 9780804748032

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An intensive global search is on for the "rule of law," the holy grail of good governance, which has led to a dramatic increase in judicial reform activities in developing countries. Very little attention, however, has been paid to the widening gap between theory and practice, or to the ongoing disconnect between stated project goals and actual funded activities. Beyond Common Knowledge examines the standard methods of legal and judicial reform. Taking stock of international experience in legal and judicial reform in Latin America, Europe, India, and China, this volume answers key questions in the judicial reform debate: What are the common assumptions about the role of the courts in improving economic growth and democratic politics? Do we expect too much from the formal legal system? Is investing in judicial reform projects a good strategy for getting at the problems of governance that beset many developing countries? If not, what are we missing?

Clinical Assessment of Malingering and Deception, Third Edition
Clinical Assessment of Malingering and Deception, Third Edition

Author: Richard Rogers

Publisher: Guilford Press

Published: 2008-05-21

Total Pages: 543

ISBN-13: 1606237632

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Widely regarded as the standard reference in the field, this book provides essential tools for understanding and assessing malingering and other response styles in forensic and clinical contexts. An integrating theme is the systematic application of detection strategies as conceptually grounded, empirically validated methods that bridge different measures and populations. Special topics include considerations in working with children and youth. From leading practitioners and researchers, the volume reviews the scientific knowledge base and offers best-practice guidelines for maximizing the accuracy of psychological and psychiatric evaluations.

Research Activities of the IMF, January 1991-December 1999
Research Activities of the IMF, January 1991-December 1999

Author: International Monetary Fund

Publisher: International Monetary Fund

Published: 2000-01-01

Total Pages: 144

ISBN-13: 9781557759801

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Research activity in the IMF emphasizes the links between the organization's policy and operational concerns. The main objectives of research is IMF staff understanding of policy and operational issues relevant to the institution, and to improve the analytical quality of the work prepared for management and the Executive Board and the advice provided to member countries. The scope of research in the IMF is defined by the purposes and functions of the institution. In order to foster innovation and ensure quality control, the IMF makes much of its research available outside the institution and encourages staff to interact with academia and other research organizations through conferences, seminars, and occasional joint research projects. The visiting scholar’s program has also enhanced the quality of research done in the IMF. This program brings in leading members of the economics profession from around the world to assist in the preparation of papers for the Executive Board and to conduct research on IMF-related issues.

SUMMARY - One Perfect Pitch: How To Sell Your Idea, Your Product, Your Business Or Yourself By Marie Perruchet
SUMMARY - One Perfect Pitch: How To Sell Your Idea, Your Product, Your Business Or Yourself By Marie Perruchet

Author: Shortcut Edition

Publisher: Shortcut Edition

Published: 2021-06-04

Total Pages: 22

ISBN-13:

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* Our summary is short, simple and pragmatic. It allows you to have the essential ideas of a big book in less than 30 minutes. By reading this summary, you will discover the secrets of developing a good pitch. You will also discover that : mastering the art of storytelling is essential in the business world; when writing a pitch, you have to introduce yourself, explain the need you are responding to and what makes your company unique and attractive; a good pitch requires: clarity, conciseness, accessibility, concrete and relevant aspect, ability to create emotions and link with the audience; to be effective, you have to prepare your pitch thoroughly and refine it by practicing over and over again. In today's world, storytelling plays an important role, whatever the sector. Given the multitude of products, services, content or professionals, it is necessary to have a strong identity and an original story in order to differentiate oneself. The latter is what makes it possible to interest and attract potential customers. However, succeeding in presenting one's company with a good pitch is a challenge for entrepreneurs. "One Perfect Pitch" offers to help them by detailing the structure and major attributes of a pitch, as well as tips for preparation. *Buy now the summary of this book for the modest price of a cup of coffee!

Knowledge Management
Knowledge Management

Author: J. K. Mishra

Publisher: Global India Publications

Published: 2009-12

Total Pages: 324

ISBN-13: 9789380228150

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This book provides an introduction to the study of knowledge management (KM). A brief history of knowledge management concepts is outlined, noting that much of knowledge management existed before the actual term came into popular use. The multidisciplinary roots of knowledge management are enumerated, together with their contributions to the discipline. It describes the major phases involved in the knowledge managment cycle encompassing the capture, creation, codification, sharing, accessing, applications, and reuse of knowledge within and between organizations, social nature of knowledge, an overview of knowledge management tools, an overview of the professionals who form part of the knowledge management team and also explores some issues facing knowledge management. This book is written in very simple and pragmatic language which is easy to understand and we expect that all readers and students will appreciate this.

The Evolution of Reputation-Based Cooperation
The Evolution of Reputation-Based Cooperation

Author: Rafael Wittek

Publisher: Cambridge University Press

Published: 2023-12-21

Total Pages: 172

ISBN-13: 1009217518

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Gossiping and its reputation effects are viewed as the most powerful mechanism to sustain cooperation without the intervention of formal authorities. Being virtually costless, gossiping is highly effective in monitoring and sanctioning norm violators. Rational individuals cooperate in order to avoid negative reputations. But this narrative is incomplete and often leads to wrong predictions. Goal Framing Theory, a cognitive-behavioral approach anchored in evolutionary research, provides a better explanatory framework. Three overarching goal frames (hedonic, gain, and normative) constantly compete for being in our cognitive foreground. This Element argues that for gossip to have reputation effects, a salient normative goal frame is required. But since the hedonic mindset usually trumps gain and normative concerns, most gossip will be driven by hedonic motives and therefore not have strong reputation effects. Propositions on cultural, structural, dispositional, situational, and technological gossip antecedents and consequences are developed and illustrated with evidence from the empirical record.