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As the goal of most communication is cooperation, the study of general semantics enables people to organise their thoughts and words so that co‐operation rather than conflict results. Six ideas are identified which use general semantics to aid co‐operation, resulting in higher productivity...
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The accountants′ world is changing greatly as a result of, inter alia , emerging technologies, global competition, increasing complexity, dynamic effects, dramatic growth, and new laws. To manage accountants effectively in this evolving environment, new techniques are eeded to support and...
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Gives an overview of events in the field of stress management. Describes the relationship of stress to the human autonomic nervous system and discusses the physiological effects in relation to type A/B behaviour. Investigates the sources and methods of detection of stress. Examines methodologies...
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Though a good deal has been written concerning the subject of how to improve business writing skills, most authors will agree on at least a few theories. Business writing skills cannot be improved by merely attending a few seminars, nor can they be improved by purchasing the most complete...
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Intellectual capital, as used here, is a concept that deals with intellectual property concepts, like patents and licences, but also includes less tangible assets like know‐how, skills and information systems. The need to measure the amount of intellectual capital in an organization has grown...
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Argues that an efficient expense management programme is the most effective way of enabling managers to control their bottom line. Outlines the elements of an expense management programme ‐ budgeting, monitoring and corrective action. Provides several items of practical advice on controlling...
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Makes suggestions on ways to integrate conventional time management wisdom with results of research on how individuals process information in order to enable effective use of time in practice.
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