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Authentic Leadership (HBR Emotional Intelligence Series)
What does it mean to be yourself at work? As a leader, how do you strike the right balance between vulnerability and authority?This book explains the role of authenticity in emotionally intelligent leadership.You'll learn how to discover your authentic self, when emotional responses are appropriate, how conforming to specific standards can hurt you, and when you need to feel like a fake. This volume includes the work of:Bill GeorgeHerminia IbarraRob GoffeeGareth JonesThis collection of articles includes: "Discovering Your Authentic Leadership" by Bill George, Peter Sims, Andrew N.McLean, and Diana Mayer; "The Authenticity Paradox" by Herminia Ibarra; "What Bosses Gain by Being Vulnerable" by Emma Seppala; "Practice Tough Empathy" by Rob Goffee and Gareth Jones; "Cracking the Code That Stalls People of Color" by Sylvia Ann Hewitt; "For a Corporate Apology to Work, the CEO Should Look Sad" by Sarah Green Carmichael; and "Are Leaders Getting Too Emotional?" an interview with Gautam Mukunda and Gianpiero Petriglieri by Adi Ignatius and Sarah Green Carmichael. How to be human at work. The HBR Emotional Intelligence Series features smart, essential reading on the human side of professional life from the pages of Harvard Business Review.Each book in the series offers proven research showing how our emotions impact our work lives, practical advice for managing difficult people and situations, and inspiring essays on what it means to tend to our emotional well-being at work.Uplifting and practical, these books describe the social skills that are critical for ambitious professionals to master.
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iMind : Artificial and Real Intelligence
Why has so much of our recent attention been focused on AI while RI (Real Intelligence) is all but forgotten? And why are we spending so much energy debating the future of AI rather than that of its human original?Why can’t those who are concerned about AI and those who care about RI talk to one another using a common language?iMind: Artificial and Real Intelligenceis the first comprehensive popular science account of AI and RI.Unique in scope, it discusses the interdisciplinary science of AI, RI, smartphones, smart sensors, microchips, and the brain-mind connection.It explores what is beyond the physical, including mindfulness and spirituality, and how they can impact our wellbeing in the here and now, and how they can help us achieve a healthy and fulfilling old age. Mohamed I. Elmasry, PhD, FIEEE, FRSC, FCAE, FEIC, is Emeritus Professor of Computer Engineering at the University of Waterloo.
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Artificial Intelligence in the Real World
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Intelligence and Intelligence Analysis
This book tracks post 9/11 developments in national security and policing intelligence and their relevance to new emerging areas of intelligence practice such as: corrections, biosecurity, private industry and regulatory environments.Developments are explored thematically across three broad sections: applying intelligenceunderstanding structuresdeveloping a discipline. Issues explored include: understanding intelligence models; the strategic management challenges of intelligence; intelligence capacity building; and the ethical dimensions of intelligence practice.Using case studies collected from wide-ranging interviews with leaders, managers and intelligence practitioners from a range of practice areas in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, the UK and US, the book indentifies examples of good practice across countries and agencies that may be relevant to other settings. Uniquely bringing together significant theoretical and practical developments in a sample of traditional and emerging areas of intelligence, this book provides readers with a more holistic and inter-disciplinary perspective on the evolving intelligence field across several different practice contexts.Intelligence and Intelligence Analysis will be relevant to a broad audience including intelligence practitioners and managers working across all fields of intelligence (national security, policing, private industry and emerging areas) as well as students taking courses in policing and intelligence analysis.
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Why are intelligence agencies called intelligence services?
Intelligence agencies are called intelligence services because their primary function is to gather, analyze, and disseminate intelligence information. This information is used to support national security and decision-making processes. The term "intelligence" refers to the collection and analysis of information related to potential threats, security risks, and other relevant issues. Therefore, these agencies are referred to as intelligence services to emphasize their role in providing critical information to support the security and interests of a nation.
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How does emotional intelligence relate to intelligence?
Emotional intelligence is the ability to understand and manage one's own emotions, as well as understand and influence the emotions of others. It is often considered a separate form of intelligence from traditional cognitive intelligence, such as problem-solving and logical reasoning. However, emotional intelligence can complement and enhance cognitive intelligence by helping individuals navigate social interactions, manage stress, and make better decisions. In this way, emotional intelligence is a valuable aspect of overall intelligence that can contribute to success in both personal and professional settings.
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What is more important: Intelligence or emotional intelligence?
Both intelligence and emotional intelligence are important in their own ways. Intelligence helps in problem-solving, critical thinking, and decision-making, while emotional intelligence helps in understanding and managing emotions, building relationships, and empathizing with others. Both types of intelligence are valuable and can complement each other to lead to overall success and well-being. Ultimately, a balance of both types of intelligence is ideal for navigating various aspects of life effectively.
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Are there real intelligence agencies in Germany as well?
Yes, Germany has several real intelligence agencies, including the Federal Intelligence Service (Bundesnachrichtendienst or BND), the Federal Office for the Protection of the Constitution (Bundesamt für Verfassungsschutz or BfV), and the Military Counterintelligence Service (Militärischer Abschirmdienst or MAD). These agencies are responsible for gathering and analyzing intelligence to protect national security, counter terrorism, and combat espionage. They operate under strict legal and parliamentary oversight to ensure their activities are conducted within the boundaries of the law.
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Strategic Intelligence : Business Intelligence, Competitive Intelligence, and Knowledge Management
Strategic intelligence (SI) has mostly been used in military settings, but its worth goes well beyond that limited role.It has become invaluable for improving any organization's strategic decision making process.The author of Strategic Intelligence: Business Intelligence, Competitive Intelligence, and Knowledge Management recognizes synergies among component pieces of strategic intelligence, and demonstrates how executives can best use this internal and external information toward making better decisions.Divided into two major parts, the book first discusses the convergence of knowledge management (KM), business intelligence (BI), and competitive intelligence (CI) into what the author defines as strategic intelligence.The second part of the volume describes case studies written by recognized experts in the fields of KM, BI, and CI.The case studies include strategic scenarios at Motorola, AARP, Northrop Grumman, and other market leaders. About the EditorJay Liebowitz, D.Sc., is a full professor in the Graduate Division of Business and Management and program director for the Graduate Certificate in Competitive Intelligence at Johns Hopkins University. The first knowledge management officer at NASA Goddard Space Flight Center, he also served as the Robert W.Deutsch Distinguished Professor of Information Systems at the University of Maryland-Baltimore County, professor of Management Science at George Washington University, and Chaired Professor of Artificial Intelligence (AI) at the U.S.Army War College. A founder and chairperson of The World Congress on Expert Systems, he is a Fulbright Scholar, IEEE-USA Federal Communications Commission Executive Fellow, and Computer Educator of the Year (International Association for Computer Information Systems).
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Dark Intelligence
Dark Intelligence is the first novel in the Transformation series, a no-holds-barred adventure set in Neal Asher's popular Polity universe. One man will transcend death to seek vengeance. One woman will transform herself to gain power. And no one will emerge unscathed . . . Thorvald Spear wakes in hospital, where he finds he's been brought back from the dead.What's more, he died in a human vs. alien war that ended a whole century ago. But when he relives his traumatic final moments, he finds the spark to keep on living.That spark is vengeance. Trapped and desperate on a world surrounded by alien Prador forces, Spear had seen a rescue ship arriving.But instead of providing backup, Penny Royal, the AI within the destroyer turned rogue.It annihilated friendly forces in a frenzy of destruction, and, years later, it's still free.Spear vows to track it across worlds and do whatever it takes to bring it down. Isobel Satomi ran a successful crime syndicate. But after competitors attacked, she needed more power.Yet she got more than she bargained for when she negotiated with Penny Royal.She paid it to turn her part-AI herself, but the upgrades hid a horrifying secret.The Dark AI had triggered a transformation in Isobel that would turn her into a monster, rapidly evolving into something far from human. Spear hires Isobel to take him to the Penny Royal AI's last known whereabouts.But he cheats her in the process and he becomes a target for her vengeance. And as she is evolves further into a monstrous predator, rage soon wins over reason.Will Spear finish his hunt, before he becomes the hunted?Continue the action-packed adventure with War Factory and Infinity Engine. 'Asher rocks with XXX adrenaline while delivering a vivid future' – David Brin, author of the Uplift trilogy
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Emotional Intelligence
A TOOLKIT FOR IMPROVING YOUR LIFEEmotional Intelligence is a way of developing a well-balanced thoughtfulness in our lives.The ability to use our thoughts and feelings to change our behaviour and create a positive influence on our surroundings, on our friends and our colleagues, is one which can produce fundamental improvements in our professional and personal lives.It will help us to lift our performance at work, enjoy better relationships and communicate better with those around us. This book combines detailed, practical application of Emotional Intelligence principles along with insights from the fields of mindfulness and positive psychology to create a a powerful tool for change which you can use right away.It presents practical strategies to help you set and achieve new goals either at work or at home, and to engage effectively and positively with everyone around you.ABOUT THE SERIESPeople have been learning with Teach Yourself since 1938.With a vast range of practical, how-to guides covering language learning, lifestyle, hobbies, business, psychology and self-help, there's a Teach Yourself book for whatever you want to do.Join more than 60 million people who have reached their goals with Teach Yourself, and never stop learning.
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Can one lose high intelligence or above-average intelligence?
Intelligence is a complex trait that is influenced by both genetic and environmental factors. While it is possible for certain conditions or injuries to impact cognitive function, such as traumatic brain injury or neurodegenerative diseases, it is generally not common for someone to lose high intelligence or above-average intelligence. However, factors such as lack of mental stimulation, poor health, or substance abuse can potentially impact cognitive abilities over time. It is important to maintain a healthy lifestyle and engage in activities that stimulate the mind to preserve cognitive function.
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Are you of normal intelligence or above average intelligence?
As an AI language model, I do not possess intelligence in the same way that humans do. My responses are generated based on patterns in data and information provided to me. I am designed to assist with a wide range of tasks and provide helpful information to the best of my abilities.
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Is intelligence decreasing?
There is no definitive answer to whether intelligence is decreasing overall. Some studies suggest that average IQ scores have been increasing over time, a phenomenon known as the Flynn effect. However, other research indicates that certain cognitive abilities may be declining due to factors such as environmental pollution, lifestyle changes, and decreased physical activity. It is important to consider multiple factors and perspectives when evaluating trends in intelligence levels.
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Is intelligence inherited?
Intelligence is a complex trait that is influenced by a combination of genetic and environmental factors. While some studies suggest that there is a genetic component to intelligence, it is not solely inherited. Environmental factors such as education, nutrition, and upbringing also play a significant role in shaping a person's intelligence. Therefore, while genetics may contribute to a person's potential for intelligence, it is not the sole determining factor.
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