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The purpose of this book is to teach the basic principles of problem solving, including both mathematical and nonmathematical problems. This book will help students to translate verbal discussions into analytical data; learn problem-solving methods for attacking collections of analytical questions or data; build a personal arsenal of solutions and internalized problem-solving techniques; and become "armed problem solvers", ready to battle with a variety...

"Filled with original exercises, examples, and models, Listening to Conflict shows you how to successfully resolve workplace disputes by practicing and perfecting the art of listening." "And Listening to Conflict helps you solve not only your own conflicts. You'll also learn to referee disputes between employees, co-workers, customers, suppliers, or even senior managers. By putting this listening-based approach into action, you'll establish your position...

The text demonstrates ten of the most common problem-solving strategies, and stresses that teachers should present them as useful tools for everyday life.

"To be a successful business leader, executives need to make values-based problem solving a habit of mind, argue management experts and Notre Dame professors Viva Ona Bartkus and Ed Conlon. In Getting It Right, Bartkus and Conlon draw on insights from consulting, management, and academia to deliver a powerful message: no matter how chaotic the marketplace, leaders can still address even the most staggering challenges and problems in a calm and confident...

Offers step-by-step instructions on the programming of computers in the BASIC language.

In this video, Cutting Edge team members explore brainstorming. Sam likes to keep his mind agile by consuming walnuts. Dion is a fan of protein smoothies and exercise. Casey uses giant post-it notes for wild ideas while Steve likes having a whiteboard in his bathroom. At a brainstorming meeting, Marcus has everyone try brain cages to stimulate their thinking. Sam and Dion favor mind mapping for creative work. Openness, honesty, and lack of judgment...

This program looks at different types of businesses, from public to private. It also discusses pressures on businesses to be socially responsible.