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Discworld volume 30
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"[Pratchett's] books are almost always better than they have to be, and Going Postal is no exception, full of nimble wordplay, devious plotting and outrageous situations, but always grounded in an astute understanding of human nature." — San Francisco Chronicle
A splendid send-up of government, the postal system, and everything that lies in between in this ingenious entry in New York Times bestselling author
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Bjorn is a compulsive, meticulous bureaucrat who discovers a secret room at the government office where he works--a secret room that no one else in his office will acknowledge. When Bjorn is in his room, what his co-workers see is him standing by the wall and staring off into space looking dazed, relaxed, and decidedly creepy. Bjorn's bizarre behavior eventually leads his co-workers to try and have him fired, but Bjorn will turn the tables on them...
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2011.
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First edition.
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English
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The character David Foster Wallace is introduced to the banal world of the IRS Regional Examination Center in Peoria, Illinois, and the host of strange people who work there, in a novel that was unfinished at the time of the author's death.
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2024
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"An ingeniously imagined, hilarious romp through time, space, and the human heart... The Ministry of Time asks: What does it mean to defy history, when history is living in your house?" --
In the near future, a civil servant is offered the salary of her dreams and is, shortly afterward, told what project she'll be working on. A recently established government ministry is gathering "expats" from across history to establish whether time travel is feasible--for...
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Lewis (The Big Short) exposes a less sensational but significant danger posed by the Trump administration's approach to governance. As he recounts in an ambiguously sourced prologue, Trump's transition team actively refused to learn about much of what the federal government does, and made ill-considered leadership and budget choices regarding three obscure, but vital, agencies: the Departments of Energy, Agriculture, and Commerce. Members of each...
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Managing government employees presents unique challenges. Government managers may feel that stringent and convoluted regulations mean they "can't do that". Some others may use that perception as a crutch. But the truth for all of them is, yes, they can "do that" -- and they'd better. "That" means managing employees as proactively and decisively as their corporate counterparts, and holding their staffs, teams, and departments accountable for productivity...
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"Former Congressman and current Fox News contributor Jason Chaffetz explains how we ended up with a politicized federal bureaucracy that actively works to promote the Democrat party agenda and undermine Donald Trump. The liberal media loves to characterize the Obama years as free of scandal. They pretend this is true because virtually every office in the executive branch worked to withhold evidence of wrongdoing, silence witness testimony, destroy...
10) The first 90 days in government: critical success strategies for new public managers at all levels
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More than 250,000 public sector managers in the United States take on new positions each year and many more aspire to leadership. Each will confront special challenges-from higher public profiles to a greater number of stakeholders to volatile political environments-that will make their transitions even more challenging than in the business world.
Now Michael Watkins, author of the bestselling book The First 90 Days, applies his proven leadership...
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[2019]
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Sixth edition.
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English
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A comprehensive, step-by-step preparation guide for those seeking a position with the federal government that requires taking a written exam. This valuable resource provides the math, verbal, and clerical exercises needed to pass the civil service exam.
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2018.
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This book will reveal the heart of the hostile bureaucratic network that has been operating in the shadows until the American people voted Trump into office. Trump's determination to transform the government, wipe out the swamp, and reduce the power of the bureaucratic machine has set him on a collision course with agencies populated by a workforce resistant to the American people's agenda. That collision, however, is one that the president is prepared...
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Blake Hudson is a Justice Department lawyer assigned to a clandestine counterterrorist group created to bypass onerous legal requirements. After the group mysteriously disbands, Hudson becomes the scapegoat and is transformed from hunter to hunted. As he searches for answers and attempts to piece the puzzle together, people are following him, trying to kill him.
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The meaning of public services will be realized only when the integrity In public services are to be maintained. The problem of corruption in the developing countries retards the development of Nations and more efforts are being taken now a days by the Governments to remove corruption. This introductory book examines Lokayukta in Maharashtra at its micro level as well as ombudsman system in India at centre as well as in Indian States at macro level....
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Passing the test to become a corrections officer just got easier with the updated and revised Corrections Officer Exam, Third Edition. This new edition features all the benefits that have helped thousands of test-takers in the past, including: Key information about the career and corrections officer selection process Three full-length practice exams with detailed explanations Review lessons in reading comprehension, writing, observation, and situational...
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Master the Police Officer Exam offers thorough preparation for anyone looking for a career in law enforcement. This comprehensive guide provides 5 full-length practice tests, thorough review of question types on the written test, along with tips for the oral board interview, video-based exam, and psychological evaluation. Also includes up-to-date information on eligibility requirements, the screening process, and job applications along with a sample...
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Developed by experienced professionals from reputed civil services couching institutes and useful for many aspirants of Civil Services Prelim exams, General Studies – Planner provides a complete strategy to go through all stages of Civil Services exams. It includes Question Trend Analysis to understand the new pattern and updated Syllabus for UPSC civil services. Some practical Tips on Interview help to know various types of questions raised during...
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Master the Civil Service Exams offers complete test preparation for the written exam so you can pursue a government job. Math, verbal and clerical exercises, plus four full-length practice tests, build skills and confidence, while experts in the field provide an inside scoop on how to become a first-rate job candidate. You will also find up-to-date information on the civil service job market and projected areas of growth.
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About 353,000 firefighters are currently employed nationwide. Employment opportunities for firefighters are rising, and applicants should expect fierce competition. Becoming a Firefighter includes critical information on everything from what firefighters really do on the job, to how they are selected, to the types of jobs available. This book also features salary and benefit information, financial aid resources, and tips for how to succeed at the...
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