Foreword -- Preface -- Introduction -- Foundation -- Understanding communication -- Examining communication approaches -- Scrutinizing ethical issues -- Imparting the organizational culture -- Communication challenges -- Selecting and using communication technologies -- Managing data,...

"Why did we decide to write this text? Well, for starters, organizational behavior (OB) remains a fascinating topic that everyone can relate to (because everyone either has worked or is going to work in the future). What makes people effective at their job? What makes them want to stay with...

Intro -- Table of Contents -- Introduction -- About This Book -- Foolish Assumptions -- Icons Used in This Book -- Where to Go from Here -- Part 1: Getting Started with Virtual Teams -- Chapter 1: The Big Picture of Virtual Teams -- Embracing the New Virtual Team Reality -- Sorting Out Virtual...

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