Women make up the majority of university graduates. They enter the workplace in equal numbers with men. But many workplaces still operate with cultures developed over a century ago to reflect a predominantly male workforce and vastly differing social expectations. So all too often as women become parents they are forced to fix things in the only way they can - by downgrading their job expectations or dropping out of the corporate world. Anna Meller believes it’s high time we #Upcycled our jobs and careers to fit today's lifestyles and meet women's changed expectations. Her PROPEL model offers ambitious working mothers new possibilities for progressing their corporate careers. In this book, Anna leads you through an evidence-based six step process that supports you in finding the balance you need. Practical exercises enable you to craft a working arrangement that meets your employer’s expectations as well as your own aspirations, and to develop the key skills you need to maintain it.

* Our summary is short, simple and pragmatic. It allows you to have the essential ideas of a big book in less than 30 minutes. How to succeed in your career as a woman? Women are tempted to give up their careers for their families because they see no other solution. With the advice in this book, you will have a better balance between your professional and personal life and will be more successful in your career. In this book, you will learn: Why is it difficult for a woman to succeed in her career? How to find the ideal work-life balance? How to determine these different roles? How can I get more flexible hours? How can you better balance your professional tasks? How can you get your new initiatives respected? Our answers to these questions are easy to understand, simple to implement and quick to execute. Ready to succeed in your career as a woman? Let's go ! *Buy now the summary of this book for the modest price of a cup of coffee!

A guide to repurposing used books and pages into unique, accessible art projects—the perfect gift for artists, crafters and book lovers. In these pages, Jason Thompson has curated an extensive and artistic range of both achievable upcycled crafts made from books and book pages and an amazing gallery that contains thought-provoking and beautiful works that transform books into art. The content encompasses a wide range of techniques and step-by-step projects that deconstruct and rebuild books and their parts into unique, recycled objects. The book combines in equal measure bookbinding, woodworking, paper crafting, origami, and textile and decorative arts techniques, along with a healthy dose of experimentation and fun. The beautiful high-end presentation and stunning photography make this book a delightful, must-have volume for any book-loving artist or art-loving book collector.

From the authors "Cradle to Cradle," the next step, in how society must change the way it uses resources. Drawing on the lessons gained from 10 years of using the cradle-to-cradle concept, McDonough and Braungart envision the next step in the solution to our ecological crisis.

If you're a Baby Boomer, is it too late to change careers? Many Baby Boomers either can't retire or don't want to, but they want a change. Maybe a career they've always dreamed of or just something more fulfilling. "Repurpose Your Career: A Practical Guide for Baby Boomers "shows that change is possible. It requires a strategy and a series of practical steps including: Study yourself to understand your core needs in a way you probably never did with your first career. Like what kinds of rewards do you prefer? What kind of boss do you work best with? How much physical activity do you need? How do you like to make decisions? What are your needs not only for money but for time and freedom? Strategically network with people in the field you're interested in to find out what the job is really like. Develop a statement about what kind of job you're looking that covers all your core needs. Build a tribe of people who can help you make your transition, including introducing you to others connected in the field. Work on your skill set including using LinkedIn and other social media effectively. Negotiate for what you want, beginning with items that have more to do with your quality of life than money. Repurpose Your Career not only gives practical, step-by-step advice for how to make a successful transition, but deals with the challenging issues of having to ask for help from others and having to become the novice again after years of working to become an expert. If you're looking to find a career that meets your needs and you can grow into for the next 20 years, this book is the roadmap you're looking for.

Enhancing the quality of congregational life doesn’t always require huge outlays of time and treasure. There are many ways we can “upcycle” the things we already do in our churches, with resources we already have. These nine engaging essays from Unitarian Universalist leaders in the field show creative ways to transform the main ingredients of our congregations into something relevant, innovative, and new.

#1 BEST SELLER in Decorating and Decorating Design! Recycle, Renew, Reuse and Upcycle! Learn How To Turn Your Trash Into Treasure! Do you ever wonder what to do with all that stuff just sitting around the house or piled in the garage? You hate to throw it away, but don't really have a use for it, either. Upcycle! Upcycling is a wonderful way to express your creativity, have fun, decorate, and make money! Upcycling takes something that may have otherwise been thrown into the trash and improves or maintains its use. Decorate your house with unique items, give one-of-a kind gifts, learn to plan parties and events with interesting ideas, and have great projects for the kids. The possibilities are endless! Learn... What Is Upcycling? Materials and Tools You'll Need To Be Successful How To Be Creative And Unique How To Make Decorations Gifts Plan Events Furniture Ideas How To Market Your Items and Make A Profit! Includes pictures Much, much more! Start Making Money From Home. Make Homemade Gifts. Decorate Your Home. Get Started Today!