{"product_id":"upskill-21-keys-to-professional-growth-paperback","title":"Upskill: 21 Keys to Professional Growth - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eChris Watson\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e In \u003ci\u003eUpskill\u003c\/i\u003e, adaptive skills specialist\u003ci\u003e \u003c\/i\u003eChris Watson delivers a dynamic snapshot of easy-to-access development possibilities providing you with: \u003c\/p\u003e 840 user-friendly tools and techniques reflecting the latest thinking on how to extend capability, boost professional growth and take charge of your career. A rich resource of reliable solutions, grouped around the twenty-one adaptive skills most valued by today's employers including creativity, collaboration and communication. An abundance of proven approaches, topical insights, time-saving apps and inspirational videos, as well as helpful signposts to relevant quotes, books and other resources. \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e Each chapter focuses on one of the twenty-one skills, and begins with examples of how the individual skills -which can be practised and refined throughout a career, and have all been shown to be associated with greater operational agility -may be observed in the work environment. This brief introduction is then followed by forty practical ideas to develop the performance of people. Although there is no formal hierarchy to the list of suggestions, all of the ideas have been categorised into three inter-related clusters for ease of use encompassing ideas for personal development, for delivering results and for long-term gain.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e Within each of the three clusters, all of the ideas for professional growth have been laid out in terms of how they can help you respond and adjust to the requirements of your role and the ever-changing world of work: \u003c\/p\u003e Some of the suggestions are tools apps, templates, downloads and inventories which can be picked up and used\/introduced straightaway. Some of the suggestions are techniques\u003ci\u003e \u003c\/i\u003e methods, approaches and procedures for you to try out, investigate and explore. The final set of suggestions indicate where to look for further inspiration ncluding films, podcasts, related research and a wide range of suggested reading materials. \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e The majority of the hints, tips and techniques can be actioned without having to access any external support or invest in any additional outlay, and are as useful for new starters in an organisation as they are for experienced managers.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e Suitable for anyone who is committed to developing themselves and their colleagues, but may not have the time, the resources, the budget or the inspiration to know where to start.\u003c\/p\u003e; Brimming with punchy, practical ideas to improve your day-to-day effectiveness, Chris Watson's Upskill: 21 keys to professional growth is the definitive guide to developing the adaptive skills essential for success at work.; \u003cp\u003e Chapters include: \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e Key 1: Ability to Influence\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e Key 2: Commercial Thinking\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e Key 3: Commitment to Change and Adaptation\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e Key 4: Constructive Communication\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e Key 5: Creativity and Innovation\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e Key 6: Direction and Purpose\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e Key 7: Effective Planning and Organisation\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e Key 8: Enthusiasm for Customer Service\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e Key 9: Focus on Developing Others\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e Key 10: Interpersonal Awareness and Diplomacy\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e Key 11: Intuitive Thought\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e Key 12: Motivation to Succeed\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e Key 13: Ownership of Self-Development\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e Key 14: People Management and Leadership Potential\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e Key 15: Positive Decisions\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e Key 16: Professional Ethics and Social Responsibility\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e Key 17: Resilience and Emotional Control\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e Key 18: Results through Action\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e Key 19: Specialist Knowledge and Ability\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e Key 20: Teamwork and Collaboration\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e Key 21: Use of Information and Data\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFront Jacket\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBrimming with punchy, practical ideas to improve your day-to-day effectiveness, Chris Watson's Upskill: 21 keys to professional growth is the definitive guide to developing the adaptive skills essential for success at work.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e In Upskill, adaptive skills specialist Chris Watson delivers a dynamic snapshot of easy-to-access development possibilities \"€\" providing you with: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e [€[840 user-friendly tools and techniques reflecting the latest thinking on how to extend capability, boost professional growth and take charge of your career.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e [€[A rich resource of reliable solutions, grouped around the twenty-one adaptive skills most valued by today's employers \"€\" including creativity, collaboration and communication.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e [€[An abundance of proven approaches, topical insights, time-saving apps and inspirational videos, as well as helpful signposts to relevant quotes, books and other resources. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Each chapter focuses on one of the twenty-one skills, and begins with examples of how the individual skills \"€\" which can be practiced and refined throughout a career, and have all been shown to be associated with greater operational agility \"€\" may be observed in the work environment. This brief introduction is then followed by forty practical ideas to develop the performance of people. Although there is no formal hierarchy to the list of suggestions, all of the ideas have been categorized into three inter-related clusters for ease of use \"€\" encompassing ideas for personal development, for delivering results and for long-term gain.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Within each of the three clusters, all of the ideas for professional growth have been laid out in terms of how they can help you respond and adjust to the requirements of your role and the ever-changing world of work: The majority of the hints, tips and techniques can be actioned without having to access any external support or invest in any additional outlay, and are as useful for new starters in an organization as they are for experienced managers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 272\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.7 x 11.6 x 6.1 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e April 09, 2021\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45234148311091,"sku":"9781785833526","price":82.86,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0693\/2191\/6467\/files\/PKTfONLCrv9781785833526.webp?v=1793299901","url":"https:\/\/thereadinghousebookcompany.com\/products\/upskill-21-keys-to-professional-growth-paperback","provider":"The Reading House Book Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}