Leadership and the sexes using gender science to create success in business

Weaves Michael Gurian's trademark use of brain science in gender studies together with real life examples of what is currently happening in business leadership. It provides new vision and useful practical applications, helping women and men in the workplace become more effective and fulfilled,...

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Main Author: Gurian, Michael
Other Authors: Annis, Barbara
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: San Francisco Jossey-Bass 2008
Edition:1st ed
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Collection: O'Reilly - Collection details see MPG.ReNa
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