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Inglés para jardinería [sound recording] : palabras y frases esenciales para comunicarse exitosamente en el trabajo de jardinería = English for landscaping.
Nearly one hour of instruction designed to help Spanish speaking individuals learn job specific English terms to help them excel and advance in the workplace. Las personas pueden aprender Ingles para el lugar de trabajo con una hora de idiomas de instruccion.Peticiones (Requests) -- Preguntas generales (General questions) -- Seguridad (Safety) -- Funcionamiento y mantenimiento del equipo (Equipment mentenance)-- Instalacion de jardineria (Landscaping installation) -- Mantenimiento de la propiedad (Property maintenance) -- Limpiando (Clean up) -- Consiguiendo el trabajo (Finding a job) -- Horario del trabajo y paga (Work schedule and pay).
Subjects: English language; English language; English language; English language;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Speechless : controlling words, controlling minds / by Knowles, Michael J.,author.;
Includes bibliographical references (pages 251-302) and index.Preface -- The West in Wonderland -- Redefining reality -- Cultural hegemony -- Standards and practices -- Mao goes mainstream -- The tolerant Left -- Nothing personal -- The school of resentment -- Campus codes and coercion -- The new Cold War -- Trading taboos -- The war on Christmas -- The battle for the sexes -- Locking down dissent -- The purge -- Conclusion: Back to Methuselah."'Political correctness' has taken politeness and turned it into a weapon of censorship and intimidation. In the workplace, on social media, and even at the dinner table, Americans are confronted daily with a laundry list of words they're 'not allowed' to say--and that list is updated constantly and without warning. How did so absurd a concept become so dangerous--and come to dominate our public discourse over the last quarter-century? [This book]...traces the history and effects of political correctness from the early twentieth century to the present, revealing its insidious roots, exposing the power-hungry language architects behind its ever-growing control, and examining what this concerted manipulation of speech means for the future of American culture, politics, and minds"--Publisher.
Subjects: Political correctness; Freedom of expression; Freedom of speech; Conservatism; Culture conflict;
Available copies: 6 / Total copies: 6
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Talking from 9 to 5 : how women's and men's conversational styles affect who gets heard, who gets credit, and what gets done at work / by Tannen, Deborah.(CARDINAL)521071;
Includes bibliographical references (pages 345-359) and index.
Subjects: Business communication.; Communication in management.; Communication; Interpersonal relations.; Language and languages; Sex differences (Psychology); Women; Women.; Womyn.;
Available copies: 11 / Total copies: 11
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The curmudgeon's guide to getting ahead : dos and don'ts of clear writing, tough thinking, right behavior, and living a good life / by Murray, Charles A.(CARDINAL)144427;
"In the bestselling tradition of Eats, Shoot and Leaves, a gently curmudgeonly but invaluable guide to the dos and don'ts of the workplace. Bestselling social historian Charles Murray has written a delightfully fussy -- and entertaining -- book on the hidden rules of the road in the workplace, and in life, from the standpoint of an admonishing, but encouraging, workplace grouch and taskmaster. Why the curmudgeon? The fact is, most older, more senior people over us in the workplace are closet curmudgeons. In today's politically correct world, they may hide their displeasure over your misuse of grammar, or your overly familiar use of their first name without an express invitation. But don't be fooled by their pleasant demeanor. Underneath, they are judging and evaluating your every move and utterance. And in most cases, if you want to advance in your career, it is their approval that you need to win. In the course of this pithy and powerful book, Murray tells us the proper etiquette for email, how to stop using such overused and fuzzy phrases as "reaching out" and "sharing", his thoughts on piercings and tattoos and proper dress, the importance of rigor in language and good writing, why being judgmental is good, and other curmudgeonly pieces of wisdom and advice. He suggests how to stand out at work (work long hours when you are young and unencumbered by family and other obligations), when to use strong language and when to avoid it, and offers a bare-bones usage primer on how to avoid confusing words like "advice" and "advise," which look or sound similar, but have distinct meanings. Written with both verve and reserve, and drawing on the core values that have historically made good manners the best lubricant to social and professional advancement, The Curmudgeon's Guide is an invaluable resource for anyone hoping to land the job of their dreams, or get ahead in their career of choice"--
Subjects: Career development.; Success in business.; Business communication.; Interpersonal communication.;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Dreams & relationships : interpret your dreams, understand your emotions, and find fulfillment / by Heyneman, Nicholas E.(CARDINAL)636736;
Includes bibliographical references (page 140) and index.
Subjects: Dreams.; Interpersonal relations.;
Available copies: 2 / Total copies: 3
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The vibrant workplace : overcoming the obstacles to creating a culture of appreciation / by White, Paul E.,1957-author.(CARDINAL)396101;
Includes bibliographical references.How management can create obstacles : Your leaders aren't interested -- Two big questions supervisors ask -- Why recognition programs don't work -- When workplace culture stymies growth : Negativity -- Busyness -- The challenge of differences : Unique settings -- People are different-but we treat them the same -- Can appreciation cross cultures? -- Employee characteristics that create problems : Colleagues who are hard to appreciate -- Performance issues: underachievers, overachievers, and everything in between."It happens all the time: a leader reads a book or goes to a conference and learns great new ideas for their organization. But when they try to implement changes, nothing budges. Why? It's because work cultures are deeply rooted. Paul White knows this, and it's why he wrote The Resilient Workplace: to give workplace leaders a thorough understanding of the most common obstaclesto change, plus the skills to overcome them. Pairing real-life examples with professional advice and research, White offers a guide to uprooting negativity and cultivating authentic appreciation and resiliency in the workplace. Readers will learn how to: --Assess what negativity is costing their company --Address the deeper issues under unhealthy dynamics --Make authentic appreciation the cornerstone of work culture --Apply the five languages of appreciation strategically --Bring out the best in their employees and teams and more Any workplace can be healthy. It just takes knowledge of the issues and skills to navigate them, which is exactly what this book provides. Readers will be equipped to successfully overhaul their workplace environment and infuse it with authentic appreciation"--
Subjects: Leadership.; Employee motivation.; Personnel management.;
Available copies: 5 / Total copies: 6
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Coping with sexism and misogyny / by Adams, Gloria G.;
Includes bibliographical references (pages 104-108) and index.Running like a girl: the influence of sexism and misogyny on individuals and society -- Flaws and failings in familiar spaces: sexism and misogyny in the family, relationships, and school -- In the company of strangers: sexism and misogyny at work, in public spaces, and on college campuses -- A whole new (digital) world: sexism and misogyny on social media -- Can you hear me now?: standing for change in a sexist society."Whether in classrooms, in workplaces, on social media, on college campuses, at public venues, or within the political arena, subtle as well as blatant sexism and misogyny still permeate society on many levels. The effects manifest themselves in offensive language, unequal treatment and opportunities, sexual harassment, and violence. They can devastate self-esteem, emotional and physical health, academic achievements, and personal ambitions. While delivering an insightful glimpse into the prevalence and negative influences of sexism and misogyny in modern culture, this resource also offers practical, empowering, and proactive coping strategies. Readers also glean useful information through features including Myths and Facts"--Provided by the publisher.Years 12-17.9-12Grade 7-12.Grade 7.Z
Subjects: Young adult literature.; Misogyny.; Sexism.; Misogyny.; Sexism.;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Mastering workplace skills : writing fundamentals.
Introduction -- Pretest -- Section 1 Writing to Get the Job You Want -- Chapter 1 Writing Resumes and Cover Letters -- Section 2 Writing Basics -- Chapter 2 Know Your Audience -- Chapter 3 Writing With Clarity -- Chapter 4 Commonly Confused Word -- Section 3 Workplace Writing -- Chapter 5 Traditional Letters -- Chapter 6 Emails -- Chapter 7 Memos -- Chapter 8 Meetings and Presentations -- Section 4 Grammar Skills -- Chapter 9 Parts of Speech -- Chapter 10 Sentence Structure -- Chapter 11 Punctuation -- Section 5 The Writing Process -- Chapter 12 Prewriting -- Chapter 13 Drafting -- Chapter 14 Revision -- Chapter 15 A Final Review -- Posttest -- Glossary -- Appendix I Interviewing for Success -- Appendix II Workplace Dos and Don'ts -- Additional Online Practice."You must be confident in your grammar, writing, and math skills to succeed in the workplace and come across as an attractive candidate and employee. This new basic-skills series targets the adult learner who wants to earn a degree, get a job, and succeed on that job. Every chapter focuses on a key skill, and is filled with practice questions and detailed answer explanations. LearningExpress is a leader in workplace readiness, with a series of award-winning online platforms like Job and Career Accelerator and Workforce Skills for 21st Century Success that help thousands nationwide find success every month."---www.amazon.com
Subjects: English language; English language; Report writing.;
Available copies: 2 / Total copies: 2
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Understanding body language : how to decode nonverbal communication in life, love, and work / by Rouse, Scott,1962-author.; Geoffroi, Remie,illustrator.(CARDINAL)487223;
Includes bibliographical references (pages 151-152) and index.Introduction -- How to use this book -- One: Understanding the basics -- Driving forces behind body language -- The science of body language -- Cultural variations -- Best practices and tips for success -- Two: Warming up. Start out with social media -- The hidden art to politics -- Three: Practicing on friends and family -- How to read social gatherings -- Telltale signs of a disagreement -- Four: Decoding the hidden messages of dating -- How to read when things are going well -- Check, please! How to know when your date isn't going well -- Five: Translating body language in a job interview -- How to know when a job interview is going well -- How to know when a job interview is not going well -- Six: Mastering the landscape of your workplace -- Getting a sense for workplace personalities -- How to interpret a client pitch -- How to decipher what's really being said in your annual review -- How to analyze the company meeting -- Conclusion.Discover essential information and how-to guidance for deciphering nonverbal communication to make better decisions about the people and situations you approach every day. Start by learning how to properly observe people and uncover subtle nonverbal cues, and then test your expertise with practical advice on how to better read social gatherings and telltale signs of disagreement.
Subjects: Body language.; Nonverbal communication.;
Available copies: 3 / Total copies: 3
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Microsoft Powerpoint made easy / by Smith, Chris(Technology journalist),author.(CARDINAL)609706;
Includes bibliographical references and index.Microsoft PowerPoint is dismissed as a useful motivational tool by many who have had to endure dull presentations at work or school. But what if you were shown how to enliven these presentations with images, videos and sound, and then broadcast your show on the web? Would that make you sit up and take more notice of what this powerful software has to offer? And it's not for use just in the workplace or at college either. PowerPoint can be used effectively in the home from creating a household budget to making an exciting slide show of your family holiday. In this book Chris Smith, an experienced technology writer, has thrown open the door to PowerPoint, and in clear, jargon-free language, explains how to set up, improve on and share a variety of presentations. As well as outlining the basics, such as how to understand the Ribbon and get to grips with slide layouts, he also looks in detail at other aspects of this versatile software, including adding hyperlinks, speaker notes and creating a video of your presentation...
Subjects: Microsoft PowerPoint (Computer file); Presentation graphics software.;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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