Counsellor Competencies: Developing Counselling Skills for Education, Career and Occupation by
Career and student counselling is a complex task that requires a high level of professionalism. This book introduces basic counselling skills in vocational and educational guidance. It is based on important scientific models. The book presents internationally recognized counselling approaches which include among others micro counselling, solution focused brief counselling and competence oriented counselling. It also addresses possibilities for the use of artificial intelligence. The book offers direct guidance for the consulting practice and supports competence development through case studies, tasks didactically designed exercises. It is suitable as a guide for the training of consulting professionals in the field of career guidance.
Comprehensive Advisor Training and Development: Practices that Deliver by
Provides a practical framework for advisor training and professional development, underpinned by the theoretical rationale for those frameworks. This text is not focused on the "what" of advisor training but is instead intentionally focused on the "how" and the "why," encouraging those responsible for development and implementation to have a clear means by which to support advisor success. Readers will gain a practical suite of tools to be used in various higher educational contexts. Beyond the initial program creation, the authors also consider complex concerns such as funding, technology, intercultural competence, and self-care--among others--as components of a comprehensive program to support advising professionals.
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Generative AI Foundations in Python by
This guide offers actionable guidance on deploying and fine-tuning pre-trained language models with Python. It covers topics such as task-specific fine-tuning, domain adaptation, prompt engineering, quantitative evaluation, and responsible AI, focusing on how to effectively and responsibly use generative LLMs. This book is for developers, data scientists, and machine learning engineers embarking on projects driven by generative AI. A general understanding of machine learning and deep learning, as well as some proficiency with Python, is expected.
The Early-Career Professional's Guide to Generative AI by
This book explores the transformative world of Generative AI, offering insights for both working professionals and students across all disciplines. It covers the evolution and inner workings of large language models while examining the crucial aspects of ethical AI design and regulatory frameworks. It addresses common concerns about AI's impact on employment, providing reassurance and perspective on job security in an AI-enabled future.
Introduction to Generative AI by
This book introduces generative AI and the strategies you need to use the technology safely and effectively. It guides you through the benefits, risks, and limitations of the technology. Discover how AI models learn and think, explore best practices for creating text and graphics, and consider the impact of AI on society, the economy, and the law. It also offers strategies for getting accurate responses and advice on how to handle misuse and security threats.
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Learn about Generative AI by taking online courses from LinkedIn Learning. Courses available include:
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Project Management Best Practices: Achieving Global Excellence by
Best practices from 50+ world-class organizations to improve project management, add business value, and increase benefit realization. Includes information on: Project management best practices throughout modern history and how the best of intentions can quickly become migraines. Responding to changing customer requirements, what to do when the wrong culture is in place, and handling the internal politics of any project. Strategic planning for project management, roadblocks to excellence, and seven fallacies that delay project management maturity. Recognizing the need for project management methodology development and where/how artificial intelligence (AI) slots into the project management field.
The Fast Forward MBA in Project Management: The Comprehensive, Easy-to-Read Handbook for Beginners and Pros by
This comprehensive guide to real-world project management methods, tools, and techniques is now in its sixth edition. Practical, easy-to-use, and deeply thorough, this book clearly explains how to manage and deliver projects on time and on budget. Brief descriptions of important concepts, tips on real-world applications, and compact case studies illustrate the most sought-after skills and pitfalls you should watch out for.
Principles of Sustainable Project Management by
Provides a unique approach to managing projects by combining the principles of sustainable management theory with the main processes and areas of knowledge in the currently established project management theory, in an applied context. Written by a team of international experts, it tackles issues such as digital transformation, smart cities, green project management, sustainable infra-structure projects, IT software developments, managing innovation, corporate social responsibility and much more. With a complete set of online tutor resources to accompany the text, it is a vital resource for all those researching and working in all areas of sustainability.
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Pick up project management skills at your own pace by taking online courses from LinkedIn Learning. The courses available include:
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Automate Your Busywork: Do Less, Achieve More, and Save Your Brain for the Big Stuff by
Learn to automate your busywork and focus on what really matters. Explore what's possible when you offload repetitive tasks, why automation has democratized innovation, and how you can use cheap--or even completely free--no-code automation tools to transform your ability to focus on what truly matters in your work and life.
Eat That Frog! by
There's an old saying that if the first thing you do each morning is eat a live frog, you'll have the satisfaction of knowing you're done with the worst thing you'll have to do all day. For Brian Tracy, eating a frog is a metaphor for tackling your most challenging task--but also the one that can have the greatest positive impact on your life. This book shows you how to organize each day so you can zero in on these critical tasks and accomplish them efficiently and effectively.
HBR Guide to Being More Productive by
This book will help you to discover different ways to: Motivate yourself to work when you really don't want to; Take on less, but get more done; Preserve time for your most important work; Improve your focus; Make the most of small pockets of time between meetings; Set boundaries with colleagues--without alienating them; Take time off without tearing your hair out
Fast Focus: A Quick-Start Guide To Mastering Your Attention, Ignoring Distractions, And Getting More Done In Less Time! by
The author takes you through a proven system that will help you to master your attention, keep distractions at bay, and get more done in less time by reducing one stress levels, and achieve more success in everything they do.
Declutter your mind: how to stop worrying, relieve anxiety, and eliminate negative thinking by
Feel overwhelmed by your thoughts? Struggling with anxiety about your daily tasks? Or do you want to stop worrying about life? The solution is to practice specific mindfulness techniques that create more "space" in your mind to enjoy inner peace and happiness. With these habits, you'll have the clarity to prioritize what's most important in your life, what no longer serves your goals, and how you want to live on a daily basis.
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Learn how to boost your productivity by taking courses on LinkedIn Learning. Popular courses include:
O’Reilly’s Learning Platform for Higher Education also offers video training programs on productivity, such as:
