A Peacock in the Land of Penguins - Softcover

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Softcover

ISBN 10: 1576751732 ISBN 13: 9781576751732

Publisher: McGraw-Hill Education, 2001

Synopsis

A Peacock in the Land of Penguins echoes the dilemma facing businesses across the country -- how to manage the increasing diversity of the workforce and how to capture the talent, creativity, energy, and commitment of all employees. Written in a charming, engaging style, the book is a fable about a peacock who struggles to be itself while surrounded by penguins. Can these seemingly opposite birds work productively together? This new, expanded edition of the international bestseller will help managers understand and maximize the potential of their workforce.

About this title

About the Author:

BJ Gallagher is a dynamic workshop leader and charismatic keynote speaker, as well as a much-published, bestselling author. She conducts seminars for women's groups, as well as professional organizations and corporations. Her topics include: leadership skills for women, male/female communication styles, how to manage your boss, thriving on change, and tapping into the creativity of diversity. BJ writes business books, women's books, and gift books

Synopsis:

This is a tale about the importance of being yourself. In it's third edition, the fable describes a peacock who struggles to be himself while surrounded by penguins who want him to change in order to fit in. This expanded edition includes self-quizzes, how-to's, resources, and strategies.

About this edition

• Publisher: McGraw-Hill Education
• Publication date: 2001
• ISBN 10: 1576751732
• ISBN 13: 9781576751732
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 3
• Number of pages: 158