Human capital and organizational capital are increasingly important as a source of value in many firms. But even as this is happening, organizational forms and employment relationships appear to be changing in ways that reduce loyalty and commitment and encourage mobility on the part of employees. Are these changes consistent in ways that contradict traditional theory and wisdom, or is the corporate sector getting a temporary boost in earnings by restructuring and cutting payrolls; but failing to make necessary new investments in human capital? The essays in this book provide intriguing new evidence on these questions. The contributors quantify the degree to which job stability is declining, and the costs of job loss to long-term workers; provide historical perspective on today's workplace changes; explore the reasons why work is being reorganized and decisionmaking tasks are being pushed downward; examine the rationale for and effect of equity-based compensation systems, both in old industries and in the newest high-tech sectors; and assess the "state of the art" of measuring and accounting for investments in human capital. This book is the result of a joint Brookings-MIT conference. In addition to the editors, authors include Eileen Appelbaum, Laurie Bassi, Avner Ben-Ner, Peter Berg, Joseph Blasi, Timothy Bresnahan, Eric Brynjolfsson, Allen Burns, Peter Cappelli, Greg Dow, Lorin Hitt, Douglas Kruse, Baruch Lev, Julia Liebeskind, Jonathon Low, Daniel McMurrer, Louis Putterman, Charles Schultze, and Anthony Siesfeld.

Worthy author Nancy Levin shows you how to turn the old model of relationship on its head and build something better and more fulfilling than you've had before. Are you ready to turn the spotlight on your love life and move to the next level--something more fulfilling than you've had before? In the spirit of her most recent book, Worthy: Boost Your Self-Worth to Grow Your Net Worth, which was different from any other finance book on the market, Nancy Levin's The New Relationship Blueprint takes a truly fresh look at relationships, showing you how to build them better from the ground up--or perform some skillful renovations. This book is for you if you're single and looking for a new relationship that's beyond what you've experienced before; or happy alone but looking toward a great relationship in the future; or divorced and determined never to do that again; or recovering from the death of a partner and unsure what's next. It's also for you if you're in an unsatisfying relationship that you want to refresh and restore; a relationship that challenges or threatens your boundaries; a relationship you're not sure you can salvage; or a relationship you recognize as the exact right teacher for you, even if it's not easy. Essentially, this book is for you if you're ready for something more in relationship than what the old models have offered. It's based on the essential truth that relationship is first and foremost where we learn to love ourselves. Drawing on many of the same exercises she uses with her clients, Nancy walks you through a 10-step process to work through your emotional and psychological roadblocks to self-love and the relationship you truly desire.

"This book reveals the essence of authentic relationships and their invaluable importance in the contemporary business world. A journey through networking strategies that transform superficial interactions into deep and productive connections." Dr. Ivan Misner®, founder of BNI (320,000 Members Worldwide) "This text proves to be a beacon in the digital storm, reminding us that despite email, social media and chatbots, what makes us feel good are authentic and meaningful relationships." John Gray, Ph.D., Author of "Men Are From Mars Women Are From Venus" "I am confident that this book will inspire you to make a difference in your circle of relationships." Jack Canfield, Author of "Chicken Soup for the Soul," 500,000,000 copies sold "The New Relationship Economy" is a collective work that explores the unlimited potential of human relationships in the digital age, where business, technology and spirituality are intertwined. Ivan Misner addresses the importance of networking in today's world, Andrea Colombo invites you to become the protagonist of your own life, Claudio Messina examines how to nurture relationships, from the I to the You to get to the We. Daniela Antongiovanni brings in the feminine perspective, blending spirituality and business, Jack Canfield, outlines the principles of success in relationships. Giacomo Bruno concludes with an analysis of relationship marketing in the age of the Internet and Artificial Intelligence. This book is a journey to understand and improve relationships in the modern world and it explains the importance of: Building authentic relationships in business and understanding how details can make a difference. Finding alignment with one's deepest values and centering as a starting point for bringing value to the world in which we live. Cultivating and nurturing relationships day by day, shifting the focus from the I to the YOU to build a greater WE. Developing and refining sensitivity to nuances, blending our ancestral sense-seeking with the concrete dimension of business. Learning effective strategies for networking in the digital age. Integrating relationship marketing principles into business strategy. Leveraging technology to enrich, not replace, human relationships. Taking inspiration from real stories of success in networking and relationship building. An essential guide, a watershed for those who wish to make the best use of their time and make the most of their talent, both for themselves and for the community. It is essential to find the key to leading a fulfilling life in the complex landscape of 21st century professional relationships, combining ancestral wisdom and technological innovation to create a network of meaningful and lasting relationships.

A top social media guru shares the secrets to expanding your business through relationships People have always done business with people they know, like, and trust. That's the essence of "relationship marketing." Today, the popularity of online social networking has caused a paradigm shift in relationship marketing. This book helps businesspeople and marketers master this crucial new skill set. Social marketing expert Mari Smith outlines a step-by-step plan for building a sizable, loyal network comprised of quality relationships that garner leads, publicity, sales,, and more. If you're a businessman or businesswoman feeling the pressure to shift your approach to using social media marketing, to better understand the new soft skills required for success on the social web, and to improve your own leadership and relationship skills through emotional and social intelligence, this book is for you. Outlines how to become a significant "center of influence" for your customers and prospects Explains the unspoken rules of online etiquette—and the common "turnoffs" that drive customers and potential partners away Details the unique cultures of Facebook, Twitter, and other popular online platforms Shows exactly what to automate and delegate to build your social media persona, yet still retain the personal touch Even if you currently have zero presence online, this book will help you see measurable results in a short time.

From Yellowstone to the Great Smoky Mountains, America's national parks are sprawling tracts of serenity, most of them carved out of public land for recreation and preservation around the turn of the last century. America has changed dramatically since then, and so has its conceptions of what parkland ought to be. In this book, one of our premier environmental historians looks at the new phenomenon of urban parks, focusing on San Francisco's Golden Gate National Recreation Area as a prototype for the twenty-first century. Cobbled together from public and private lands in a politically charged arena, the GGNRA represents a new direction for parks as it highlights the long-standing tension within the National Park Service between preservation and recreation. Long a center of conservation, the Bay Area was well positioned for such an innovative concept. Writing with insight and wit, Rothman reveals the many complex challenges that local leaders, politicians, and the NPS faced as they attempted to administer sites in this area. He tells how Representative Phillip Burton guided a comprehensive bill through Congress to establish the park and how he and others expanded the acreage of the GGNRA, redefined its mission to the public, forged an identity for interconnected parks, and struggled against formidable odds to obtain the San Francisco Presidio and convert it into a national park. Engagingly written, The New Urban Park offers a balanced examination of grassroots politics and its effect on municipal, state, and federal policy. While most national parks dominate the economies of their regions, GGNRA was from the start tied to the multifaceted needs of its public and political constituents-including neighborhood, ethnic, and labor interests as well as the usual supporters from the conservation movement. As a national recreation area, GGNRA helped redefine that category in the public mind. By the dawn of the new century, it had already become one of the premier national park areas in terms of visitation. Now as public lands become increasingly scarce, GGNRA may well represent the future of national parks in America. Rothman shows that this model works, and his book will be an invaluable resource for planning tomorrow's parks.

A sharp analysis of the similarities, differences, and impact of the presidencies of Franklin Roosevelt and Ronald Reagan--two iconic figures representing polar opposites of twentieth century American politics.