Intending this work as a companion to his textbook Essentials of International Management: A Cross-Cultural Perspective (Sage, 2001), Thomas (Simon Frazer U.) groups his collection of 18 readings and 21 case studies around the same themes as the earlier textbook: the influence of culture on internat

Renowned international experts Peter B. Smith, Mark F. Peterson, and David C. Thomas, editors of the The Handbook of Cross-Cultural Management, have drawn together scholars in the field of management from around the world to contribute vital information from their cross-national studies to this innovative, comprehensive tome. Chapters explore links between people and organizations, providing useful cultural perspectives on the most significant topics in the field of organizational behavior--such as motivation, human resource management, and leadership --and answering many of...

This book provides information about the key areas needed for a successful project. It includes software skills, developing research objectives, writing proposals, literature reviews, getting ethics approval, seeking funding, managing a project, communicating research findings, and writing reports. There is also a chapter on working as an independent researcher. The book includes numerous examples, checklists, and practical exercises designed to assist the learning of research skills and the completion of crucial project tasks. It covers procedures needed for conducting projects...

Moving from a familiar environment to an unfamiliar one is a challenge many children face. Through the simple perspective of a child, enhanced by colorful photographic digital artwork, this book reminds readers that although some things change, some things stay the same. Children and adults alike will appreciate the idea that we can continue to love the places we've been while we learn to love the place we live in now. There is also a lovely animated version available on DVD, as well as on Amazon Prime.

Every time I went to Sanibel, I saw a picture. It became my personal rule never to go there without my camera. If I did, it was always with regret. Sites like the Point Ybel Lighthouse, J.N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge, and continuing north to Captiva, are such a memorable visits every time. This little "gallery in a book" is a sample of the photography and digital artwork inspired by my frequent visits there.

Take this picturesque journey into red rock country and see some of the unique desert sights for which southern Utah is known. Fun surprises await at the turn of each page.

Mysterious are the wonders and beauty of Yellowstone. This rhythmic children's book captures some examples of the great variety of wonder, beauty and mystery to be found in Yellowstone National Park. This book will also delightfully spark the interest of young ones to further research and discover that this national park truly is a giant volcano.

An artist has a battle to fight if they wish to work in the realm of there dreams.