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Sarah Perrin

    Mind Games
    Recruiting Excellence
    • Recruiting Excellence

      • 256 stron
      • 9 godzin czytania

      You want to fill your company with smart ideas, fill it with great people. In times of boom or bust, it is the people that provide competitive advantage. "Recruiting Excellence" explains how the dynamics of the modern work place have changed, and how this has impacted on recruiting strategies. Split into three sections, Part one takes a step back, looking at the strategic the candidate's agenda, changing employment market, employer branding, alternative means of sourcing new recruits and alternatives to taking more staff on board. Part two takes a practical look at recruitment - addressing the process, use of consultancies, headhunters, advertising, CV's and application forms. It also explains the psychometric texts, their use and effectiveness. It gives tips on interviewing and the final selection. Part three - After the selection- examines making the offer, probationary period and how to retain the key recruits.

      Recruiting Excellence2005
    • Mind Games

      Inspirational Lessons from the World's Biggest Sports Stars

      • 414 stron
      • 15 godzin czytania

      What distinguishes a winner in business or sport? While natural talent and disciplined training are crucial, the mind plays a pivotal role when two professionals are equally matched. This exploration delves into the mental processes of sporting stars, uncovering the attitudes and approaches that enable peak performance consistently and applying these insights to the business realm. Key mental characteristics set winners apart: how do they channel adrenaline into controlled power while others falter? What do athletes mean by terms like 'the inner game' or being 'in the zone'? Coaches play a significant role in unlocking potential—what lessons can business leaders learn from these sports superstars? Featuring insights from over 30 renowned athletes, including Sven-Goran Eriksson, Matthew Pinsent, Clive Woodward, Nick Faldo, and Jonny Wilkinson, the authors leverage extensive firsthand experiences from top-level competition. They also incorporate expertise from professional coaches and psychologists who have guided these athletes, revealing personal techniques that have proven effective under pressure. This comprehensive examination highlights the mental strategies that can elevate performance in both sports and business.

      Mind Games2004