“…It provides practitioners with insights into why immigrant families come to the United States, the processes that unfold while they do, and the steps that can be taken to help these families make the most of their experience in their new country…”

“…There would be no need for sociology if everyone understood the social frameworks within which we operate. That we do have a connection to the larger picture is largely thanks to the pioneering thinker Émile Durkheim. …”

“…Within most disciplines, there are those who are recognized by their colleagues as being exceptionally competent practitioners. These individuals do their work in such a remarkable way as to become a model for others. …”

“…Over two decades have passed since the collapse of the USSR, yet the words ""Soviet Union"" still carry significant weight in the collective memory of millions. But how often do we consider the true meaning of the term ""Soviet""? …”

“…Nevertheless how firm a sense do we have about the social formation we call ‘mediation’? …”

Tabla de Contenidos: “…-- Flexing your style -- Takeaways from this chapter -- Chapter 4: Developing self-confidence -- Activities to develop self-confidence -- Takeaways from this chapter -- Chapter 5: Identifying sources of power -- What power do you have to influence others at work? -- Identify your own sources of power -- Identifying power sources -- Takeaways from this chapter -- Chapter 6: Influencing strategies -- Trust is a key ingredient -- Getting heard -- Powerful words -- Influencing strategies -- Takeaways from this chapter -- Chapter 7: Dealing with reactions when you present your ideas -- People's reactions to new ideas -- Dealing with Cynics, Victims and Spectators -- Takeaways from this chapter -- Chapter 8: Negotiation skills -- Stages of negotiation -- Critical mistakes in negotiating -- Assess your negotiation style -- Five approaches to negotiation -- Takeaways from this chapter -- Chapter 9: Dealing with difficult situations -- The different approaches people take to conflict -- Practical steps to handling conflict -- Helpful phrases when handling conflict -- Takeaways from this chapter -- Chapter 10: Summary and action planning -- Key learning points -- Actions you can take -- Further reading…”

“…Provides guidance on what the reader can do to reduce their own energy waste. Full-colour figures and photographs throughout, data diagrams and simple calculations and results, and text boxes that highlight important information. …”

“…How do you build and nurture talent so that it is empowered to create the best solutions for your customers' problems? …”

“…How do collective actors move from moderate politics to (violent) extremism? …”

“…The book explores the ways religious organizations do this work in concert with low-wage workers, the challenges religious activists face, and how people of faith might better nurture moral agency in relation to the political economy. …”

Tabla de Contenidos: “…When the Players Are Not Expectation Maximizers -- How Do You Like Your Equilibrium Selection Problems? …”

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