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Business Chemistry

Practical Magic for Crafting Powerful Work Relationships
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The book Business Chemistry by Kim Christfort and Suzanne Vickberg explores the dynamics of different work styles and personalities in business settings, offering insights into how diverse types can collaborate effectively. The authors introduce a framework that identifies four distinct types, shedding light on their preferences and behaviours. This guide empowers professionals to harness individual strengths, optimise teamwork, and enhance organisational performance.
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You might enjoy this insightful read if you are looking to enhance teamwork and collaboration within your organisation. Authored by experts in human behaviour, it explores how different work styles can be leveraged to improve productivity and workplace harmony, offering practical strategies for navigating diverse team dynamics.

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A guide to putting cognitive diversity to work

Ever wonder what it is that makes two people click or clash? Or why some groups excel while others fumble? Or how you, as a leader, can make or break team potential?

Business Chemistry holds the answers. Based on extensive research and analytics, plus years of proven success in the field, the Business Chemistry framework provides a simple yet powerful way to identify meaningful differences between people’s working styles. Who seeks possibilities and who seeks stability? Who values challenge and who values connection? Business Chemistry will help you grasp where others are coming from, appreciate the value they bring, and determine what they need in order to excel. It offers practical ways to be more effective as an individual and as a leader.

Imagine you had a more in-depth understanding of yourself and why you thrive in some work environments and flounder in others. Suppose you had a clearer view on what to do about it so that you could always perform at your best.

Imagine you had more insight into what makes people tick and what ticks them off, how some interactions unlock potential while others shut people down. Suppose you could gain people’s trust, influence them, motivate them, and get the very most out of your work relationships.

Imagine you knew how to create a work environment where all types of people excel, even if they have conflicting perspectives, preferences, and needs. Suppose you could activate the potential benefits of diversity on your teams and in your organizations, improving collaboration to achieve the group’s collective potential.

Business Chemistry offers all of this—you don’t have to leave it up to chance, and you shouldn’t. Let this book guide you in creating great chemistry!

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Business Chemistry by Kim Christfort and Suzanne Vickberg is praised for its insightful analysis of workplace behaviour, offering a fresh perspective on team dynamics. Reviewers commend the authors for presenting a practical framework that categorises people into four distinct types to improve collaboration and productivity. With engaging examples and practical advice, it's highlighted as a valuable read for those interested in enhancing business relationships and team effectiveness.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781119501565

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 27 July 2018

Country: United States

Imprint: John Wiley & Sons Inc

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 23.0mm

Width: 155.0mm

Height: 224.0mm

Weight: 635g

Pages: 304

About the Author

KIM CHRISTFORT is the architect and global leader of Deloitte's Business Chemistry®, and national managing director of The Deloitte Greenhouse Experience.

SUZANNE VICKBERG, PHD, is the applied insights lead for The Deloitte Greenhouse Experience, a social-personality psychologist, and the lead researcher for Business Chemistry®.

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