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If you have ever wondered what a junior high counselor does, this book is a must have. Some might consider Mr. D's methods unorthodox, but he finds ways to have fun with even serious topics. His unconventional ways are not what he was taught in counselor school, yet he has a strong belief that young teens need to begin learning to make good decisions and be held accountable for them. He demonstrates how he encouraged students to begin reaching this goal. Mr. D discusses his time as a junior high/middle school counselor in a manner that allows the reader to decide if his methods would work for them. His methods are pragmatic rather than theoretical. Through sample discussions, Mr. D illustrates how his approach appeals to early teen students. The title and the story behind it are but one example. This book: Runs the gamut from humor to serious issues of school counseling. Offers creative, practical suggestions to anyone who has or works with early teens. Has been described as no-nonsense, fun, useful, very matter-of-fact, and uses a realistic approach in dealing with teen issues. Offers examples of how students creative work can open doors to working with them in a counseling setting. Details his unusual approach to sex education

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An interesting take on engagement in tough economic time...the case studies, practical advice and research make for a compelling resource for HR teams and would give an influential argument to unenlightened managers. ( HR Magazine ) This book is designed as a resource for those seeking to unlock the potential of talent through employee engagement. It provides a valuable, up-to-date summary of work in this territory, organised around sensible questions. It comes complete with case studies and boxes of practical tips for action. The drive for employee engagement is placed firmly in the 'need to do now' box for successful organisations. ( People Management ) This book is very readable and comprehensive...for the many HR practitioners and managers out there suffering from information overload, it may well be the only book they need to read in this area. ( HR Zone ). ..neat, well written book....It provides a valuable, up-to-date summary of work in this territory, organised around sensible questions. It comes complete with case studies and boxes of practical tips for action. ( Public Net ) Practical guidance and interesting case studies. ( CPO Agenda , October 2012)

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Linda Holbeche PhD is a leading teacher and writer on HR topics. She was ranked number three in Human Resources magazine's most influential 2009 roll call of top industry thinkers. Until recently, she was the Director of Research and Policy at the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD).She is also a Visiting Professor of Leadership Innovation at the University of Bedfordshire, a Visiting Professor in HRM and Organisation Development at Cass Business School (London), an Adjunct Professor (Executive Education) at Imperial College, London and a Visiting Fellow of the UK Commission for Employment and Skills. In addition to this she is an Associate of Erasmus Business School (Rotterdam), Edinburgh Napier University and Ashridge Management College. Linda is a Chartered Fellow of CIPD and a Fellow of both the RSA and the Institute of Leadership and Management (ILM).Geoffrey Matthews is an experienced HR executive with an extensive background in employee engagement, organizational development, rewards, and international HR. He is currently Vice President HR Strategy for Merck KGaA, a leading DAX 30 European chemical and pharmaceutical company. Prior to this, Geoff held senior HR positions in a number of major companies including Roche and Hewlett-Packard. He is a Fellow of the UK Chartered Management Institute as well as being a member of the CIPD, SHRM and World at Work.

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