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Transform your organization into a dynamic catalyst for success Accelerating Performance is not just another “warm and fuzzy” change management book—it's a practical, comprehensive, data-driven action plan for picking up the pace and achieving more. Co-written by one of the authors of Beyond Performance, this book draws on a combination of empirical research and decades of experience advising global companies to show you how to reduce time to value by building and changing momentum more quickly than your competitors. The META framework (short for Mobilize, Execute, and Transform with Agility) offers advice for leading change at four levels: strategy, the organization, teams, and individuals. In addition to step-by-step guidance toward assessment, planning, and implementation, the book offers: A diagnostic tool for leaders, teams, and organizations to assess their starting place, and highlight the specific areas needed to improve the ability to accelerate performance. A detailed look at the factors proven to create drag—and drive—at each of the four levels: strategy, organizations, teams, and individuals. An exploration of the 39 differentiating actions that organizations can combine as dictated by their strategy and context into a winning recipe. A closer look at the practices of 23 “superaccelerators,” a global (and perhaps unexpected) mix of companies that have demonstrated a consistent ability to accelerate performance. A single taste of success is all it takes to spark change, but the hard work of following through requires constant vigilance—and a plan. Learn how to capture that drive, bottle it, and use it to sustain motivation, inspiration, and achievement. Deliver at the highest level, and then turn around and do even better next time. Accelerating Performance gives leaders a step-by-step framework for taking action and transforming their organizations, teams, and even themselves—starting today.

In TRANSFORMATA (Cartea 1 din Memoriile unui vampir), Caitlin Paine, de 18 ani, se treze?te scoasa cu for?a din frumoasa ei suburbie ?i for?ata sa urmeze un periculos liceu din ora?ul New York, cand mama ei se muta din nou. Singura raza de lumina in noile ei imprejurimi este Jonah, un nou coleg care o place la prima vedere. Dar, inainte ca iubirea lor sa poata inflori, Caitlin descopera dintr-o data ca se schimba. Ea este cople?ita de o putere supraomeneasca, o sensibilitate la lumina, o dorin?a de a se hrani – de sentimente pe care nu le in?elege. Ea cauta raspunsuri la ceea ce i se intampla, ?i poftele ei o duc la locul nepotrivit, la momentul nepotrivit. Ochii ei se deschid catre o lume ascunsa, chiar sub picioarele ei, inflorind in subteranele ora?ului New York. Ea se treze?te prinsa intre doua sabaturi periculoase, chiar in mijlocul unui razboi intre vampiri. Acesta este momentul cand Caitlin il intalne?te pe Caleb, un vampir misterios ?i puternic care o salveaza de for?ele intunericului. El are nevoie de ajutorul ei, are nevoie ca ea sa-l conduca la legendarul artefact pierdut. ?i ea are nevoie de el pentru raspunsuri ?i pentru protec?ie. Impreuna, ei vor trebui sa raspunda la o intrebare cruciala: cine a fost tatal ei adevarat? Dar Caitlin se treze?te prinsa intre doi barba?i, caci ?i altceva apare intre ei: o dragoste interzisa. O dragoste intre rase care le va risca vie?ile amandurora, si ii va forta sa decida daca sa ri?te totul unul pentru altul…

The bestselling guide to nonprofit planning, with proven, practical advice Strategic Planning for Nonprofit Organizations describes a proven method for creating an effective, organized, actionable strategy, tailored to the unique needs of the nonprofit organization. Now in its third edition, this bestselling manual contains new information about the value of plans, specific guidance toward business planning, and additional information about the strategic plan document itself. Real-world case studies illustrate different planning and implementation scenarios and techniques, and the companion website offers templates, tools, and worksheets that streamline the process. The book provides expert insight, describing common misperceptions and pitfalls to avoid, helping readers craft a strategic plan that adheres to the core values of the organization. A well-honed strategic plan helps nonprofit managers set priorities, and acquire and allocate the resources necessary to achieve their goals. It also provides a framework for handling challenges, and keeps the focus on the organization's priorities. Strategic Planning for Nonprofit Organizations is an excellent source of guidance for managers at nonprofits of every size and budget, helping readers to: Identify the reasons for planning, and gather information from internal and external stakeholders Assess the current situation accurately, and agree on priorities, mission, values, and vision Prioritize goals and objectives for the plan, and develop a detailed implementation strategy Evaluate and monitor a changing environment, updating roles, goals, and parameters as needed Different organizations have different needs, processes, resources, and priorities. The one thing they have in common is the need for a no-nonsense approach to planning with practical guidance and a customizable framework. Strategic Planning for Nonprofit Organizations takes the fear out of planning, with expert guidance on the nonprofit's most vital management activity.