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Strategy Toolbox: 50 Models to Foster Strategic Dialogue
$34.99

“Strategy Toolbox proves that strategy doesn’t have to be intimidating—it can be engaging, energizing, and even inspiring…this is a toolbox I will use because it aligns with my belief that strategy is at its best when it brings people together to imagine—and implement—a better future.” **-Dr. Jackie Stavros, Professor, Lawrence Technological University and Founder, SOAR Institute**

*“Unlike many strategy books that focus on theory,* Strategy Toolbox emphasizes conversation and teamwork. The 5 Is and 6 Cs frameworks offer a structured yet adaptable way to uncover insights and help teams create actionable strategies…using these tools as discussion starters, this book encourages strategic thinking and data-driven decisions.” **-Ravi Mittal, Director-Insights and Effectiveness, Center for Institutional Effectiveness, University of Maryland Global Campus**

“This is an amazing book! Dr. Reese has done an incredible job of integrating all of the powerful theories of strategies from the past 50 years into his highly-practical 5 Is model and 6 Cs framework. Strategy Toolbox *is a must-read for any organization and leader seeking success in 21st century.*” **-Dr. Michael Marquardt, Professor Emeritus, George Washington University**

*Strategy Toolbox* proves that strategy doesn’t need to be tough-armed with the right tools, you can foster meaningful dialogue and clear direction, turning complexity into actionable results.

In the world of business strategy, the key to success lies not just in having the right answers but in asking the right questions—and fostering meaningful dialogue along the way. *Strategy Toolbox* transforms the daunting task of strategy design into a structured and collaborative process, combining the 5 Is Model (Information, Issues, Insights, Implications, Implementation) with the 6 Cs framework (Company, Characteristics, Customers, Competitors, Climate, Consolidation). Together, these frameworks help teams turn complexity into clarity and actionable results.

The book is methodically organized into six sections, each exploring a distinct element of strategy through eight essential tools. At the end of each section, concise summaries and checklists simplify the process, ensuring teams stay aligned and focused as they move through the stages of analysis and design in their quest to answer strategic questions.

Created for both MBA students and business professionals, *Strategy Toolbox* equips readers with a clear roadmap for tackling real-world strategic challenges. By viewing strategic models as starting points for dialogue, this book empowers teams to collaboratively uncover insights, align priorities by understanding implications, and craft implementable strategies that drive impactful outcomes.

Better Policy | Better Performance: The Who, Why, and What of Organizational Policy
$28.99

*Better Policy / Better Performance: The Who, Why, and What of Organizational Policy* is a comprehensive roadmap for developing, writing, implementing, communicating, and evaluating organizational policy – the backbone of every organization. Designed for both seasoned professionals and those new to the field, this book provides a step-by-step journey through the intricate process of policy formulation.

Readers will benefit from:

Clear Guidelines

Real-World Examples

Strategic Thinking

Stakeholder Engagement

The Power of Community: Give, Get, and Grow
$34.99

*The Power of Community* centers on the core principle of “giving is getting,” exploring the transformative potential of giving, receiving, and growing within communities.

*The Power of Community: Give, Get, and Grow* is a heartfelt reflection of the values of generosity and selflessness passed down from the author’s parents. Their acts of giving, whether offering financial support or providing shelter to those in need, have deeply influenced Mane’s understanding of community. This book encourages readers to embrace the power of giving and receiving, showing how these acts create a cycle of growth and transformation. It honors individuals who improve the world through the willingness to give, the humility to receive, and the collective effort to build a better community.

*The Power of Community* centers on the core principle of “giving is getting,” exploring the transformative potential of giving, receiving, and growing within communities. It examines how these principles foster personal and collective development, resilience, and stronger networks. Trust, reciprocity, and leadership are vital to sustaining growth, while addressing the challenges of disconnection in modern times. Each chapter covers topics such as personal development, social change, and the importance of feedback loops. Through the Give-Get-Grow framework, readers are encouraged to cultivate generosity, build connections, and contribute to thriving communities.

Creating Unicorns with Simple Innovations: The PISA Method
$31.99

**The untold story: creating simple *high value* innovations.**

This book presents a five-step method to create high worth non-technical innovations through:

Focus on **simplicity** (which as said is the ultimate sophistication);

Opportunities that **come to us**(instead of having actively to look for them);

Adapting solutions already in use elsewhere (rather than constructing them anew);

Testing **consumers actions and emotions** (in lieu of words or thoughts); and finally

Entering the market in an inexpensive way and with minimal risk.

Examples are **numerous**. Some are **unicorns** (valued at one or more billion dollars): Spanx, Rent the Runway, Dollar Shave Club, GymShark, Gousto, Athletic Greens, Havaianas, etc.Others are in the **multitude of millions**: Knix, Drop Stop, Pouchee, Lisa Gable Accessories, Readerest, SafeGrabs, Chawel and so on.

This book presents what is *common among hundreds of such innovations*, shared by all in a sequence of steps called the **PISA method**.

So, in a certain sense this book was written by those entrepreneurs who achieved financial independence and changed the lives of others by **solving complexity through simplicity**.That is the *quiet revolution* underway which falls below the radar and therefore is **an untold story**.

Public Relations Theory in Practice: Strategic Applications for Professionals
$31.99

**There is nothing more real than theory.**

Today’s public relations professionals need to account to management and clients for whether they have caused stakeholders to make meaningful change in their attitudes and behaviors that match organizational objectives. This requires strategy based on established **theory** that is well-reasoned and tested, not just informed guesses and clever tactics.

This book is an overview of theories that are relevant to a **strategic practice** of public relations. Brief theory explanations are followed by specific strategic applications in everything from segmenting publics, to planning research, to strategic messaging, to setting campaign objectives, and counseling organizational leadership. A public relations professional who understands and applies theory will be more strategic.

Photography Business Basics: A Professional Photographer's Guide to Financial Success — Photography Business Basics: A Professional Photographer’s Guide to Financial Success
$28.99

**Why do some photographers succeed when others fail? It’s often because the successful ones know the *Photography Business Basics*…**

Written with a friendly, conversational tone *Photography Business Basics* offers **easy to read, practical advice** using an **innovative work-back plan** that logically deconstructs a mountain of activities into **manageable actions.**

**You’ll learn how to:**

Set your pricing in the simple and most effective way.

Craft your sales funnel and construct a marketing plan based on marketing math.

Use SEO strategies to improve your rankings and discover the only metric that matters.

Plus much more!

*Photography Business Basics* is a resource for **emerging, mid-career**, and **experienced photographers of all specialties** interested in starting or making their own freelance business the best it can be.

**Click HERE for downloadable ancillaries and templates.**

Talent Disruption, Second Edition: People Are The Brands
$37.99

*Talent Disruption* proposes a solution to the human capital challenges faced by service industries amidst unprecedented labor shortages and technological and geopolitical shifts as well as offering a framework for diagnosing the root causes of talent disruption.

*Talent Disruption* provides a detailed roadmap and tools for building a talent engine powered by AI, big data, and analytics. The results are a growing talent pipeline, greater productivity, and **higher profit margins**.

Sustaining High Performance in Business: Systems, Resources, and Stakeholders
$31.99

**This book provides a concise yet complete guide for strategic management.**

Managers face a difficult challenge in successfully guiding their firms so that they sustain high financial performance, while also being sensitive to the environment, taking good care of their employees and customers, being fair with their suppliers, and giving back to the communities in which operate. While many books have been written that focus on one business topic or another as the key to achieving sustainable success in business, it is the efficiency and effectiveness of a firm’s entire value creating system that determines its long-term performance.

In this book, systems theory is used as an integrative mechanism to combine the best ideas about sustaining high performance from the fields of economics, the resource-based perspective, and stakeholder theory. Tools are provided for conducting in-depth, detailed analyses of each part of a firm’s value creation system and its contribution to the total stakeholder value created by the firm. The book then describes how to use this information to create winning strategies that lead to the creation of additional stakeholder value and high long-term financial performance. In addition, detailed implementation tools are provided to ensure that strategies are carried out successfully. This book provides a concise yet complete guide for strategic management.

Frictionless Data: Solutions for Better, Faster Decisions
$34.99

You’ve heard the promises of data: if you just unlock the hidden insights, you can win an unfair game. But for people at most companies, friction prevents data from flowing effortlessly into decisions. Technology alone won’t make the connection for you. Neither will finding more data; you’ve already got plenty. To *connect data with decisions*, you’ll need to reverse the way data flows through all your systems and decisions.

If you’re a business decision-maker – a CEO, CIO, or CxO – you’ll see the connection between a data strategy and the thousands of decisions people in your company make every day. If you’re a data worker, you’ll see how your work changes the direction of a company. And if you’re an analyst – someone who bridges the gap between top-level decision makers and what’s really happening in the business – you’ll find a new vision of how to use data to transform your job and your company.

Instead of new technology offering tired promises to make your job easier, you’ll find management solutions for better, faster decisions. Unified data flowing through your company, to everyone at the same time, improving business decisions through alignment and visibility, trust and scale.

*That’s Frictionless Decision Data.*

Managing Brand Crises: A Guide to Navigating the Storm

$37.99

Managing Brand Crises: A Guide to Navigating the Storm equips brand managers, PR professionals, and business leaders with the tools they need to weather the storm and emerge stronger.

In today’s fast-paced digital world, brand crises are no longer a question of “if” but “when.” With the power of social media amplifying every misstep, a poorly timed campaign, a product recall, or a public relations blunder can quickly spiral out of control, jeopardizing a brand’s reputation and financial future. Managing Brand Crises: A Guide to Navigating the Storm equips brand managers, PR professionals, and business leaders with the tools they need to weather the storm and emerge stronger.

This insightful guide explores the critical skills required to anticipate potential pitfalls, respond swiftly and transparently, and rebuild consumer trust. From mastering stakeholder engagement to crafting strategies for reputation recovery, this book provides actionable steps for transforming crises into opportunities for growth and innovation. Packed with real-world examples and expert advice, it demonstrates that with the right preparation and response, crises can become defining moments that strengthen a brand’s identity.

Whether you’re a seasoned professional or new to the field, Managing Brand Crises is an essential resource for navigating the challenges of today’s high-stakes marketplace. Learn how to stay ahead of the curve, safeguard your brand, and turn moments of adversity into opportunities for success.