John Ballard

Decoding the Workplace: 50 Keys to Understanding People in Organizations John Ballard

Commendation Quotes: "This is a must-read for people entering the workplace and is an insightful, comprehensive yet succinct reminder for those who are moving through their careers. "Decoding the Workplace" provides useful advice on thriving in the workplace using real-life examples supported by research and theories."Commendation Quotes: "John Ballard breaks down the workplace into its parts and then shows how the parts work. His fundamental approach is insightful and should help anyone improve his or her 'people IQ.' "Marc Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index. Commendation Quotes: ""Decoding the Workplace" is a practical, no-nonsense guide that could not be more timely. It could help anyone better navigate the workplace. Easy to follow, the narrative is sprinkled liberally with real-life examples illustrating situations in which people find themselves while at work. This is a unique book that touches bases that similar books seem to ignore."Biographical Note: John Ballard, PhD, is professor of management at Mount St. Joseph University, Cincinnati, OH. Publisher Marketing: There are many key questions about work that most individuals never consider. How can workplace norms affect our careers in powerful ways? How do sex-role stereotypes impact our behaviors? When are "teams" not teams? How does organizational culture profoundly affect your workplace? What questions should you ask yourself about your boss? What factors most affect job satisfaction and success? "Decoding the Workplace: 50 Keys to Understanding People in Organizations" is a must-read for anyone wanting to better understand the workplace and become more effective and successful. Written by a former management consultant to the U. S. Air Force and a professor and organizational behavior scholar, this definitive work explains many of the dynamics at play in our organizations. Beyond being informative, insightful, and beneficial to any employee, regardless of job status or experience, it is highly readable, entertaining, and thought-provoking.

Contributor Bio:  Ballard, John, PH. D. John Ballard is a professional writer and former journalist. While working as a reporter for the Wiltshire Times, he regularly produced news and feature articles about the army. He is the author of Three Lions Roaring, covering classic matches of the England football team between 1938 and 1998.