Human Behavior

Real wages have stagnated or declined for most workers, job insecurity has increased, and retirement income is uncertain. Why have jobs gotten so much worse? As Peter Cappelli argues, these issues and others stem from the logic of financial accounting and its fundamental flaws in dealing with human capital. Financial accounting views employee costs as fixed costs that cannot be reduced and fails to account for the costs of bad employees and poor management. The simple goal of today's executives is to drive down employment costs, even if it raises costs elsewhere.

One of the most vexing human rights issues of our time has been how to protect the rights of individuals and communities worldwide in an age of globalization and multinational business. Indeed, from Indonesian sweatshops to oil-based violence in Nigeria, the challenges of regulating harmful corporate practices in some of the world’s most difficult regions long seemed insurmountable. Human rights groups and businesses were locked in a stalemate, unable to find common ground. In 2005, the United Nations appointed John Gerard Ruggie to the modest task of clarifying the main issues.

This highly enjoyable career development book reveals dynamic aspects of the workplace that are hidden to many, ignored by others - factors that can make or break careers.

Learn the most effective observation techniques and how they can influence your interactions with others; find out the different facial expressions and how to decode them; understand how someone’s posture and gestures can give away their emotions, and more!

If you want to improve your relationship with others and easily win friends, in this audiobook, you will find several methods you can use to successfully navigate the waters of friendship and relationships. At the end of this audiobook, you will have insider information on how the conscious and unconscious mind works, and you will have no more trouble getting close to and attracting the person you like.

Communication is ingrained in our societal practices and an integral part of human survival. It determines the way we deal with conflict and build stronger relationships and even how we persuade others to give us what we want. Learn the proven tactics that most of the successful communicators in the world use.

"The Social Mind" is a comprehensive exploration of the intersection of psychology and social sciences. The book examines the ways in which human behavior and social phenomena are intertwined and how our understanding of psychology can be applied to solve social issues. The book is divided into three parts. Part One explores the basics of psychology and social sciences, providing readers with a foundational understanding of the two fields. Part Two delves deeper into the connection between psychology and social sciences, examining topics such as group behavior, conformity, social influence,...

Conquer the NCE: Study Guide for the National Counselor Examination is your essential resource for mastering the NCE and achieving certification. This comprehensive guide covers all key areas of the exam, including human growth and development, social and cultural diversity, counseling and helping relationships, group counseling, career development, assessment and testing, research and program evaluation, and professional orientation and ethical practice. With in-depth explanations and practical examples, this study guide equips you with the knowledge and confidence to excel. Whether you're...

The Art of Manipulation offers you a framework to master powerful and practical ways to influence and control people’s behavior, negotiate better, make your pitch, and manipulate others to get what you want. The Art of Manipulation will reshape the way you think about influencing people and getting what you want. You will get tools and effective strategies - not mere theories, but real practical strategies and how-to’s to start transforming your thinking and behavior, influencing people, and thus, get desired results faster.

The Ape in the Corner Office connects with the day-to-day of the workplace because it helps explain what people are really concerned about: How come he got the wing chair with the gold trim? How can I survive as that big ape's subordinate without becoming a spineless yes-man? Why does being a lone wolf mean being a loser? And, yes, why is it that jerks seem to prosper, at least in the short run?

Manipulation is the conscious act of causing someone to do a certain thing or act in a certain way. Manipulation is clever, skillful, and sometimes unscrupulous. Manipulation is not always a bad thing. Knowing that manipulation is happening is the first step towards ending it. By knowing the signs of manipulation, people can often stop it before it becomes a bad habit or a detrimental way of life. At the same time, understanding manipulation will help you to get better at it, if that is your goal.

Neuroscience is revolutionizing our understanding of human psychology and behavior. By showing how to apply this new understanding to how you recruit, manage, and develop your people, Brann is enabling you to deliver a step change in organizational performance and individual achievement.

Have you ever been lied to, let down, and deceived by somebody close to you? Want to discover how to spot when somebody is lying, faking, or being manipulative? If yes, then listen to this audiobook.

Have you ever wished you could read people's actions, emotions, and behaviors like an open book? Are you a young adult seeking to navigate social landscapes with confidence? Or perhaps you're a professional aiming to enhance interpersonal skills to build better rapport, increase your potential in negotiation, or excel in an emotionally-charged environment? If these resonate, you're not alone. Reading and understanding people play an integral role in personal and professional development. Yet, these skills can feel like an insurmountable challenge amidst the complexities of human nature.

Scott Colter's revolutionary book will teach you how to take control of your life and live the happy life you deserve by making simple, life-changing decisions! Very detailed and well written, this book is a must-have for every home and generation.

Think how commonplace it is now for people to ask Siri for the weather forecast, deploy Roomba to clean their homes, or summon Alexa to turn on the lights. The "smart home" market will reach well over $100 billion in the next five years on the promise of products that are truly integrated with our cooking, cleaning, entertainment, security, and hygiene habits. But the reality is, these first-generation "smart" products aren't very smart - yet. We're clearly seeing only the tip of the iceberg in terms of capability and how such products can enhance our lives.

The person you sell to needs to know you understand what their problem or issue is. As human beings, we need to feel validated, understood, and cared for. Addressing this in your sales copy or your sales script will help it become much more effective, resulting in more conversions and a distinct advantage over your competitors.

Ein herzergreifendes Versprechen, eingefangen in einem Buch, das die Welt aus den Augen eines treuen Gefährten betrachtet. "Hallo, Lebensform auf zwei Beinen", beginnt der berührende Einblick in das Leben eines Hundes, der die Unvollkommenheiten seines Menschen bedingungslos akzeptiert und ihm sein ganzes Leben schenkt.

From your head to your feet, your body is communicating something out to the world, whether you know it or not. Sometimes this is helpful, but sometimes you don’t want to reveal all of your cards. You may be unintentionally communicating something to the world that is hindering you from success, whether at work, with friends, or with your love life. By becoming aware of body language, you can learn how to present yourself better to get what you want and figure out what others are thinking and feeling to better work with them.

A new and emerging form of psychology is making splash around the world, and is being noted as somewhere in between the extremes of positive psychology and abnormal psychology - dark psychology. Psychopathy, narcissism, Machiavellianism, and other categorizations of personality and behavior will be discussed and shown a mirror to our own true motivations. MK Ultra, mind control techniques, and various methods of influence will be described in ways that you can positively benefit from.