Maximizing Human Capital in Asia
Elizabeth Martin-Chua, John Wiley & Sons
S$39.54 inc GST
If you’re ever looking to work in Asia or tap into the ASEAN market, this book is a definite must-have. It is a comprehensive guide of HR practices in Asia, and is perhaps one of the few up-to-date and detailed references available today. Once named the best HR director in Singapore, author Elizabeth Martin-Chua has had ample experience in managing HR all over Asia. Her familiarity with the continent has led to this useful and important book of practical insights for a world that is rapidly merging together.
Maximizing Human Capital in Asia provides timely recommendations for anyone who is or will be doing business in Asia. It offers research conducted over Asia for key HR practices such as acquisition, rewards management, company culture and leadership. Martin-Chua also gives examples of ways to succeed in Asia, and predicts the changing roles of HR in the future. – Kristie Thong
Leadership and Self-Deception
The Arbinger Institute, Berrett-Koehler Publishers, Inc.
Is it possible to use a story to create an impact and motivate its readers to improve their lives? It may be a slightly challenging task, but The Arbinger Institute has succeeded in doing so. Leadership and Self-Deception, now in a revised edition due to its predecessor’s high sales, contains just this – a story. Using a tale about a man, his family and his job, the authors unveil the various ways we tend to sabotage our efforts in attaining success and happiness.
This is a book that has been used by both individuals and companies to change lives and work, including being part of the screening process in job interviews. Having translated into over 20 languages, it is considered a “word-of-mouth phenomenon” that will guarantee some introspection on your part, and perhaps is a book you might recommend to your colleagues or boss. – Kristie Thong
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An act contrary to what you feel you should do for another is called an act of “self-betrayal”. For example, it might be simply thinking of giving up your seat to someone but not doing so. Consequently, you might fall victim to negative thoughts of yourself, hindering your road to happiness.
Results Management
Ong Teong Wan, John Wiley & Sons
S$35.26 inc GST
One common issue managers face in human resources today is retaining the best talent, which is directly under the umbrella of results management. In fact, results management may be one of the crucial ways for companies to retain their best employees. Efficiency and effectiveness carry significant weight, and author Ong Teong Wan understands its sheer importance. With 25 years’ experience in customising corporate training, he is the right person to give sound advice and provides practical ideas on how to manage people effectively. He also gives real-life examples of situations in which people management is the key to success.
Results Management is a hands-on guide that speaks in a clear and concise way, accompanied by diagrams and tables for easy reference. Packed with insights and strategies on performance management and achievement, this book is ideal for managers and leaders who are keen to pursue the best methods of people management. – Kristie Thong
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Manage for commitment, not just for compliance. It requires only compliance to get things done. To get things done well requires commitment.
