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Everything You Need to Know at Work: A Complete Manual of Workplace Skills
By: Ciara Woods
Reviewed by: Colin Ong Tau Shien | 18 May 2005 |
Review:
This is a well-written book, that packs a lot of practical tips about the workplace. The author demonstrates a good grasp of the requirements of a workplace in constantly evolving times.
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My favourite is a chapter called 'Working In A Team - Project Management' and another one on 'Commonly Confused Words.'
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The Economics of Information Technology and the Media
By: Linda Low
Reviewed by: Colin Ong Tau Shien | 18 May 2005 |
Review:
Being an economist by training, I was drawn by the title of this book. This is not a collection of economic theories rather it provides a macro-view about how IT and the Media are evolving.
I found Chapter 6 - "IT, Labour and Employment" very useful as it very elegantly provides a concise snap shot of the New Workplace with a generous dose of references. This section is very useful for HR Managers who want the long view of the New Workplace in order to analyse possible changes in compensation packages and team-building ideals.
The author also touches on the growing digital divide between the developed and developing countries.
It takes a special skill to craft a book on a theme that is changing very rapidly. I feel that Linda has performed this task admirably because she leads the reader to draw their own conclusions. Though they are helped in the process by excellent guideposts.
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Key Management Questions: Smart Questions for Every Business Situation
By: Tom Lambert
Reviewed by: Colin Ong Tau Shien | 16 April 2005 |
Review:
Tom Lambert has been nicknamed "The Consultant's Consultant". However, with this book, I strongly feel that Tom has further established himself as "Every Business' Catalyst". He has come out with a very practical book. Its content has a refreshing Question format which makes it a suitable workbook. Tom also value-adds with his thought-provoking anecdotes and his considerable consulting experience.
This book is a must-read for anyone who is interested in business issues, especially those who are establishing themselves as independent consultants. It teaches you how to ask the right questions and also serves as a good guide for emerging start-ups.
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Heroes.Com: The Names and Faces Behind the .Com Era
By: Sun Microsystems (Editor)
Reviewed by: Colin Ong Tau Shien | 16 April 2005 |
Review:
I purchased this book during the dot-com boom and I strongly feel that this book should be on the shelf of any budding entreprenuer or decision-maker.
Why?
This book is not only about the profile of dot-com visionaries, it is also about the passion of developing a unique business model that is accelerated by new economy tools to reach out to a global market.
As we enter the wireless age, this book helps us take a step back to understand that the rules of business will not change. That business passion and risk taking will remain the key in just about every era.
An important read and a classic business textbook too.
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Content Critical: Gaining Competitive Advantage through High-Quality Web Content
By: Gerry McGovern, Rob Norton
Reviewed by: Colin Ong Tau Shien | 16 April 2005 |
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The authors provide advice that is authoritative and comprehensive. What is pleasantly surprising is that while this could serve as a useful reference book, the authors are also able to present content in a way that would make it easily accessible to the layman.
I run a few portals and would say the book is a must-read for people who have or desire to have a web presence. Good work.
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Quest
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