Work in the New Economy: Flexible Labor Markets in Silicon Valley

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The rise of the information economy is dramatically transforming work and employment conditions around the globe. Who does the work, how it is done, and the results it produces for individuals and their families, for organizations and for society, is undergoing fundamental change.This book contributes to our understanding of the transformation of work in the information economy, through a detailed examination of labor markets in Silicon Valley. It provides an original and insightful analysis of flexible labor including growing volatility in work demands and increasingly tenuous employment relations. In shaping this context of rapid change, it examines the increasingly important role of labor market intermediaries. These new labor dynamics, shaped by flexibility and intermediation, create difficult and contradictory conditions for workers. Some workers clearly thrive in this vibrant context, but many face high levels of insecurity amidst growing inequality.

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Clears away the hype on the new economy.......2002-10-03

This book provides the clearest analysis of work in the new economy of anything I've read, using Silicon Valley as the prototypical region of the future of work. It cuts through all the hype, and analyzes both the region's dynamism, but also the reasons behind the volatility, insecurity, and rise in contract/temporary employment. It provides innovative and useful suggestions for ways of increasing security for workers in the region's labor market, while maintaining the region's dynamism. Should be read by every elected official and policy maker in the country, and anyone else concerned about the changing nature of work in the new economy.

Work in the new economy: Flexible labor markets in Silicon Valley.(Book Review): An article from: International Labour Review

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Work in the new economy: Flexible labor markets in Silicon Valley.(Book Review): An article from: International Labour Review

Manufacturer: International Labour Office
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Binding: Digital
ASIN: B00082AYVA
Release Date: 2005-06-01

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Title: Work in the new economy: Flexible labor markets in Silicon Valley.(Book Review)
Publication: International Labour Review (Refereed)
Date: September 22, 2003
Publisher: International Labour Office
Volume: 142 Issue: 3 Page: 385(2)

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Work in the New Economy: Flexible Labor Markets in Silicon Valley.(Book Review): An article from: Melbourne Journal of Politics

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Work in the New Economy: Flexible Labor Markets in Silicon Valley.(Book Review): An article from: Melbourne Journal of Politics
Andrew McFarlane
Manufacturer: Department of Political Science, University of Melbourne
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Binding: Digital

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Title: Work in the New Economy: Flexible Labor Markets in Silicon Valley.(Book Review)
Author: Andrew McFarlane
Publication: Melbourne Journal of Politics (Magazine/Journal)
Date: January 1, 2001
Publisher: Department of Political Science, University of Melbourne
Volume: 28 Page: 97(3)

Article Type: Book Review

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Carefully designed by an experienced PR professional, here is a reference-guide-handbook you can pick up and use immediately to serve your clients better, faster, and less expensively. Horton gives you short, easy-to-find, action-oriented explanations, dictionary-style, backed up by plenty of references to lead you to additional necessary information elsewhere. You'll also get an entire chapter devoted to hundreds of online sites ranked by their work value to you day-by-day--getting a fast take on exactly the information you need, when and how you need it. Each entry defines a topic; explains how it fits into public relations practice and why you should know it; discusses who uses it; suggests why it should be used to communicate more effectively and how to use it tactically. Horton's summaries of information from dozens of sources is clear and logical. Throughout his book, Horton strives to use simple language and to avoid burying practitioners in "geek speak." He makes you aware of the opportunities and dangers of online in a way that balances the practical aspects of using and not using online resources daily work. An experienced navigator himself of the online world and the creator and webmaster of a website used widely by other PR practitioners, Horton brings to the book an understanding of the needs of others who want to get started and become proficient in online PR right away, without having to climb a long, high learning curve. The way the book is organized, and the things Horton has selected and how he presents them, accomplishes just that. The result is an easily accessed, quickly usable reference to the dynamics of Internet and Web usages, experienced and inexperienced PR professionals alike, and for their colleagues teaching or learning the profession in colleges and universities worldwide.

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Filling a gap on the PR bookshelf.......2001-10-09

Public relations is one of those businesses that's been slow to grasp the implications of the Internet on its practice. Whereas it has traditionally been rooted in publicity, today's PR people are finding themselves confronted with Listserves, blogs, chat rooms and other online communications that don't fit neatly into their world of news media relations. "Online Public Relations" should help them adjust to their changing world.

The book is divided into three parts: a brief overview of the implications of the 'Net on PR; an annotated, expanded glossary of Internet terms; and an amazing section of websites, broken down by industry, which PR people should know of. Only the first section should be read and it should be read carefully. The other two are mini-reference books and should be treated as such.

Horton makes the case for expanding PR's horizons in the first section. His arguments aren't new: others such as Holtz, Middleberg, Tapscott, Taylor/Wacker and Godin have been making them for years. What makes Horton's version compelling is that they aren't veiled in the corporate-speak of "strategic planning," "interactive, one-to-one marketing," two-way communications modeling" or other catchy phrases best left to the trend seekers reading Fast Company, FSB and other New Age business periodicals. It's also useful to keep in mind what Horton's perspective is. He's not a consultant, professional speaker or full-time author. He's a New York City public relations agency executive. In other words, his mouth's where his money is.

The second section is a long list of terms associated with the Internet. It's best glossed over. PR people will find it useful when someone - probably some 20-something up & comer - uses some techno-speak that needs defining. Horton does that but in English and within the context of the public relations business. Most of his stuff is dead on. Some of it isn't. He has six pages on web page design - a subject that's covered by volumes of books and hundreds of college courses. But he has nothing on international online public relations. Perhaps this is a topic best left to another book but it's one he alludes to several times throughout this one.

However, it's the third section that should be most valuable for PR people. Listing hundreds of websites, it includes media sites with industry sites. This supports Horton's argument that the Internet's used for information differently than traditional media are. For the PR manager reviewing this section, it will come as a mild surprise that there's more to online public relations than old-fashioned news media relations.

All of this isn't to say that "Online Public Relations" is the "be all - end all" of online PR books. It isn't. It seeks to cover a constantly changing situation and, as a printed document, simply can't. Its medium won't let it. The directory of industry websites was outdated before the book was published and can't be updated. The second section has no mention of new online things such as blogs which are becoming more and more popular among journalists, opinion makers and anyone who has an opinion and doesn't mind sharing it. This is a book that needs a website if only for a way to keep it updated as the Internet continues to mutate.

But, despite this somewhat minor flaw, "Online Public Relations" fills a gap on the PR bookshelf. It's the first attempt to put some perspective on the Internet's tools for the public relations industry and, in that, it succeeds. But any PR person buying this book should treat that purchase as an investment. Rather than just buying the book and putting it up on the shelf next to Strunk & White and the AP Stylebook, PR people should use the book as a foundation and build on it. Those second and third sections of the book are going to get more and more outdated as time goes on. But "Online Public Relations" is a good start and the first attempt by an author to help frame the Internet in terms of the day-to-day work PR people do. For that reason, it belongs alongside the PR office's style books, media directories and clip files.

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"Whether in the classroom or on the job, this book will provide its users with the means for focused action plans. Like the food service operations which they are designed to measure, the checklists are organized to follow a flow ranging from the front of the house to the back of the house and up to the top of the house, covering all relevant procedures from food and beverage service to product handling to general administration. Modern issues such as cultural diversity, guest relations, food safety and sanitation, and energy management have been incorporated into the checklists. Another incredibly useful tool is a sample "Shopper's Report." Usually in the domain of classified information, this one form alone may be worth the cost of the book to students, consultants, and operators. "There is a lot to like in this book, but the section that I particularly appreciate is on how to orient and train new employees. Since checklists specify exactly which procedures should be followed, and often in which order, it is easy to provide new workers with all the information they need to perform their jobs knowledgeably and confidently. The checklists are designed in such a manner that they can be applied instantly. Most do not need modification to fit specific needs of individual operations. "In short, this book contains hundreds of checklists, not rehashed from other sources but intelligently compiled, prioritized and updated to meet the current and immediately foreseeable needs of food service operations. Many operators do not use checklists either because they do not know how to develop one or because they do not have time for such an objective and detailed analysis of their operations. This book is the answer. The operator can simply lift applicable items from selected sections and integrate them into a management system. Once readers become familiar and comfortable with checklists and procedures, they can go on to develop their own. As the author himself states, this is a book that is meant to be used rather than read. I did not just read this book; I devoured it. Food Service Management by Checklist is destined to become a classic." —Edward G. Sherwin Chairman, Hotel-Motel/Restaurant-Club Management Department Essex Community College

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240 pages could have been done in less than 100.......2001-02-11

Very disappointing - this is an expensive book so no-one is going to really use the pages to mark as a checklist. In fact when you read through it, there's some guidance about what you should do, but none about how to do it (as previous reviewer noted). The format with some pages landscape and others portrait is also annoying. For the price this is not value at all.

Just a checklist!.......2000-07-05

Although this book is very practical in its approach to outlining each step one could possibly think of in every aspect of a restaurant operation, the author simply doesn't elaborate on anything. For an educated food service manager it is a helpful reminder of what we should be addressing. For the novice restaurant manager there is no elaboration on how to accomplish each of these goals. I also purchased another book: Restaurant Management: Customers, Operations & Employees by Robert Christe Mill which I found much more helpful in gaining a better understanding of operating a restaurant in the 21st century.

Foodservice Management by Checklist: A Handbook of Control Techniques

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Foodservice Management by Checklist: A Handbook of Control Techniques
St. John Staff DMA
Manufacturer: Kendall/Hunt Publishing Company
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover

Hospitality, Travel & Tourism | Industries & Professions | Business & Investing | Subjects | Books

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ASIN: 0840381840

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If you are in the market for a new job, you know how overwhelming the task may seem. Now you can get all the information you need to simplify the task in just one weekend! Job seekers at all levels will benefit from this book, which includes online job-search methods, e-resumes, great cover letters, and tips for developing a personal marketing strategy.

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No support!.......2003-05-04

The book is well written and organized. However, the software that came with the book (one of the main reasons I ordered the book) was difficult to use and had little to no support. I am a software engineer and could not get some of the programs to run after installation. Also, the websites that were listed for troubleshooting help were no longer valid.

My #1 Pick for Online Job-Search.......2000-03-11

As the author of a book on resume writing and president of a firm that specializes in job search services, I am always looking for good resources to add to my library and to recommend to clients. "Jump Start" is my #1 pick for online job-search.

For many job seekers, the prospect of online job search can be daunting. JumpStart Your Online Job Search takes the "daunts" and doubts out of the process! I love the way Pat has taken the "hugeness" of the Internet and broken it down into manageable pieces. I found her ideas for researching jobs and developing keyword lists to be sound advice (I learned some great little tricks myself!).

Especially helpful is the CD that comes with the book (contents are also printed in the appendices) AND her companion sites: where job seekers can get current job-search links and develop a Web resume (the process is fully automated -- you don't have to know a line of HTML!).

Pat was one of the first in the job-search industry to recognize the possibilities of the Internet and has been online since the mid-1990's . . . cumulatively, her thousands of hours online shine throughout this book. It's a must-read for anyone who wants to master the maze of the Internet!

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Most of the how-to job search guidebooks that are available in the local bookstores are all from the western parts of the world. This book is written with the Asia job market in mind. Although many of the job search techniques are the same anywhere in the world, Asians will find this book very relevant to their local market, as it tends to reflect many of the nuances found in local cultures. This book, thus, is for anyone and everyone who wants to know the way to effective job search in Asia.

In the new economy, the one-job career is passé. In its place is the multiple-jobs career and you need to manage it to stay employable. Whether through pro-active management of your career or arising from on-going corporate r estructuring, you will be faced with many occasions when you have to look for a new job.

This book takes you through the many stage of the job search exercise and shares with you, from the perspective of a job search consultant, the things (some obvious and others not so) you can do to make that difference to the results of your job search efforts.

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easy reading, easy to understand, great how to guide

Finding the Financial Planner That's Right for You!
Joseph M. Baker
Manufacturer: ALCUS Publications
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

General | Personal Finance | Business & Investing | Subjects | Books
ASIN: 0971545308

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This book provides individuals a simple step-by-step guide for selecting their financial planner quickly and confidently. Any person concerned with their financial future can apply the simple strategies laid out in this book to accomplish the following:• Perform a self-assessment for determining their need for a financial planner.• Develop a game plan for a financial planner search.• Establish criteria for selecting the financial planner that's right for you.• Conduct an effective interview by asking the right questions.

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easy reading, easy to understand, great how to guide.......2002-04-11

came in quite handy when my husband and i were in the market for a financial planner and didnt have anywhere else to turn for information.

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J.K. Lasser Pro™ Before You Plan, Consult J.K.Lasser

Innovative Planning That Benefits Professionals and Clients

What does it take to be a successful fee-only financial planner? According to John Sestina, acclaimed "father of fee-only financial planning," the only special qualifications are a genuine desire to help people, an ability to listen, and a commitment to lifelong learning.

Fee-Only Financial Planning introduces financial planners to the newest, fastest-growing niche in the financial planning field-fee for service rather than commission-based planning. Fee-only planning is attractive to the growing number of clients who want to avoid the long-term payments, lack of objectivity, limited choices, or conflict of interest that can occur with a commission-based payment structure.

In his comprehensive how-to guide and easy-to-use reference, John Sestina provides in-depth coverage of the financial planning field. He covers such topics as:

The advantages and disadvantages of fee-only planning for both client and planner
Making the transition from commission-based to fee-based planning
Building a profitable practice with varied client bases
Tailoring to your own work style the system Sestina developed over 35 years of successful private practice
Developing and maintaining productive client relationships

For professionals wondering whether fee-only financial planning is in their future, or for anyone in financial services who wants to stay current, Fee-Only Financial Planning is an eye-opening introduction to one of the financial world's freshest, richest entrepreneurial careers.

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Sell Your Music : How To Profitably Sell Your Own Recordings Online

Dissapointing .

Very good title

Must read for any musician entering the online market

An excellent guide...

Sell Your Music : How To Profitably Sell Your Own Recordings Online
Mark W. Curran
Manufacturer: Nmd Books
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

General | Reference | Music | Entertainment | Subjects | Books
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This book shows you in easy, step by step format, how to profitably sell your own recordings online. You'll read in-depth interviews, tips and tricks from independent musicians who have made thousands of dollars selling their music from home! Includes up to date lists and websites where you can promote your music for free, plus a bonus user guide on setting up your own home recording studio.

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Sell Your Music : How To Profitably Sell Your Own Recordings Online.......2007-01-04

The book I purchased was printed in 2001, the beginning of the digital revolution, so there are some references here to dated technology such as cassette tape, but the info and "how to's" are excellent. This book is full of things you need to know and things you'd never consider without learning it the hard way with some trial and error. I have items highlighted on the majority of the pages. You might check for a newer edition, if not, I still recommend this book.

Dissapointing ........2006-10-13

I read this book from back to cover (it is less than 200 pages) and came away rather dissapointed. None of the topics are explored in any length and many of the ideas can be found in Guerilla Marketing, including existing music industry articles on the internet. Many of of the websites that are cited resulted in dead links and I found some of the ideas outdated. Chapter 12 is an insult to readers with three pages devoted to
setting up an internet record label; and Chapter 14 devoting four and a half pages to home recording. Overall, I felt the material lacked passion and could use an injection of new ideas.

Very good title.......2006-05-20

Internet is now one of the most important sources of information and knowing how to promote your band on the internet wisely is like hitting the jack pot because there is no other place in the world more "visited" by people. Through the internet unknown artist could get easily noticed and also sell their albums but there are some important thing you need to keep in mind like in order to succeed and this book points them directly and easily without any other useless information. A great guide for those who want to try their luck using WWW.

Must read for any musician entering the online market.......2006-03-15

I read this book in one day, it is very easy to follow and the points are clear and relevant. I am very satisfied with this reading and am eager to follow many of the steps in order to sell my own music.

An excellent guide..........2005-10-28

Even if this book goes a little far with some of the marketing ideas, it doesn't matter; it's throwing ideas around that you CAN take on board rather than must. More importantly the book is inspiring - for an independent musician it can be a depressing thing to face the fact that it can be hard to get your music out and sold. This book firmly states that you can do it, and then goes about explaining how to do just that.

Being based around the Internet, some of the details are outdated, for example some web services the author recommends are no longer available, though this is not an issue as there are alternatives - you just have to do a bit of searching.

What matters about this book are the ideas it puts forward to help the indie musicians get their music out to the world, and it does this spectacularly. Highly recommended read.

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At the start of a new century, Japan finds itself confronted with an economic challenge that is unlike any it has faced since the end of World War II. Most commentators agree that Japan has to change. The issue is the form and direction that such a change must take.

While many Western economists forcefully urge the Japanese to become more like the US, there are other academics who have registered strong reservations to such a simplistic solution. In this volume, noted scholars take opposing positions on key issues including financial reform, corporate change and international trade. The editor contributes a thought-provoking introduction which also presents an overview of the topic. The papers gathered here present an opportunity for readers to consider the underlying conflicts in Japan's economy and society that makes choosing a new direction such a difficult proposition. Economic Reform in Japan is a coherent and eminently readable book designed to provoke further discussion among scholars and researchers of Japan and East Asia, economists, political scientists and sociologists.

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Private companies in developing countries have come to play a more prominent role as economic actors, following the greater say given to market forces by most third world governments in recent years. Against this background, the contributors to this volume challenge the assumptions of classical business economics about the universal nature of the firm.

Understanding Business Systems in Developing Countries.(Book Review): An article from: Pacific Affairs

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Understanding Business Systems in Developing Countries.(Book Review): An article from: Pacific Affairs
Sub Park
Manufacturer: University of British Columbia
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Digital
ASIN: B0008E7TIO
Release Date: 2005-07-31

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Title: Understanding Business Systems in Developing Countries.(Book Review)
Author: Sub Park
Publication: Pacific Affairs (Refereed)
Date: June 22, 2003
Publisher: University of British Columbia
Volume: 76 Issue: 2 Page: 269(2)

Article Type: Book Review

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This yearbook contains basic information on export-import, investment and business opportunities in the respected country. Provides information on government structure, economy, business climate, regulations, and more... Includes basic statistics, information on the most important business contacts and business travel. Updated annually.

New Zealand Business and Investment Opportunities Yearbook

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New Zealand Business and Investment Opportunities Yearbook
USA International Business Publications
Manufacturer: Intl Business Pubns USA
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Binding: Paperback

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