Barry Tomalin: 9 books

7 simple steps to effective meetings that will change the way you work People spend up to 60 percent of their working day in meetings, but all too often they leave feeling overwhelmed and confused. Sound familiar? Meetings that involve the wrong people or are badly organised are a waste of everyone’s...

With the FIFA World Cup in its pocket Germany is feeling its social, political, and economic power once again. After organizing a successful World Cup in 2006 and winning it against Argentina in Brazil in 2014, Germany sees a note of confidence, even triumphalism, permeating the country. As a European...

France has experienced considerable upheaval in recent years. The Eurozone crisis, a new socialist president, rioting by an alienated underclass, a ban on the burqa (full veil) in public places, and an attempt to democratize the elite system of education all point to significant changes in French...

Italy delights and stimulates with its magnificent cities and monuments, its stunningly beautiful landscapes, the glory of its art and architecture, the richness and variety of its food, the elegance of its design and fashion, and the vitality and charm of its people. Italian style and culture have...

This book provides a framework for understanding any culture in the world, offering strategies and tactics for getting people from different countries on your side, and detailing the knowledge you need to make the right impression and avoid giving offence.

The latest edition of World Business Cultures – A Handbook shows readers how to create connections and win deals in global business, rather than committing clumsy and costly faux pas. It shows the reader how to assess and understand the business customs and thinking of other countries and customs,...

This very popular series gives teachers practical advice and guidance, together with resource ideas and materials for the classroom.

Culture Smart! Alemanha é um guia prático e esclarecedor para você entender a cultura e a sociedade alemãs. Quer você esteja viajando a lazer ou a negócios, este guia vai ajudar a transformar sua estada em uma experiência memorável e enriquecedora. Os assuntos abordados incluem: - costumes...

Culture Smart! França" é um guia prático e esclarecedor para você entender a cultura e a sociedade francesas. Quer você esteja viajando a lazer ou a negócios, este guia vai ajudar a transformar sua estada em uma experiência memorável e enriquecedora. Os assuntos abordados incluem: - costumes...