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"Speak American? Govorite li Ameri¿ki?" is a guide to embracing American-Serbian cultural nuances. In today's global world, the ability to communicate effectively across cultural boundaries is more than a skill-it is a necessity. "Speak American? Govorite li Ameri¿ki?" is a tool for Serbian professionals who are seeking to navigate the American business landscape and for American professionals who are curious to understand the cultural subtleties of how their Serbian counterparts might perceive their words and phrases.Structure of the BookDivided into two parts, this book was created and structured to promote a deep understanding and practical application of American (and Serbian) idioms in professional settings.Part I explains 101 American idioms, presenting each with its meaning, a business example, and an explanation of its origins. The idioms are presented in English on one page, with Serbian translations on the facing page, accompanied by vivid illustrations that bring their meanings to life. This section aims not just to explain the American idioms but to help readers visualize and apply them in real-world scenarios.Part II provides additional idioms paired with their Serbian equivalents in a way that transcends direct translation. This section offers a perspective on how idiomatic expressions, though different in words, often share universal themes and lessons. It is a testament to the shared human experiences, providing insights for Serbian and American readers.Why Read this Book?Drawing on four decades of experience in management education in the United States, we believe that idioms are not just phrases but the essence of effective communication. American English includes many idioms that are confusing because the meaning often has little to do with the literal meaning of the words. For instance, "let the cat out of the bag" means to reveal a secret; it has nothing to do with a cat or a bag. Knowing American idioms is the key to not just surviving but thriving in an American business context. Avoiding embarrassment caused by confusion helps, too. "Speak American? Govorite li Ameri¿ki?" is more than a book; it is also envisioned as a bridge between cultures. It is an invitation to explore the richness of American and Serbian idiomatic expressions, uncovering their cultural finesse. For Serbian professionals interacting with the American business environment, this book offers unparalleled insights into navigating the language and American culture with ease.As a collaborative effort between two management professors (one American and one born and raised in Serbia), our book is enriched with personal insights and experiences. Our backgrounds and journey as a married couple allow us to present a blend of socio-business perspectives, making "Speak American? Govorite li Ameri¿ki?" a unique resource in the Serbian market for global management education.Embrace this opportunity to dismantle language barriers, enhance your professional interactions, and unlock the doors to more international opportunities for fruitful cooperation.

Featured in THE NEW YORK TIMES article, "3 Professors Shaping the Future of Business," Professor Alex Stajkovi¿ brings his MBA class to life by teaching us how to be more effective managers and how to grow into transformational leaders. Based on decades of empirical research, he shows us how to put sound theory into practice to increase the motivation and performance of our people. Management and Leadership are taught in almost all MBA programs. Many schools require these topics in an opening class. Paraphrasing a renowned physicist, Robert Oppenheimer, physics would be really hard if particles could talk. In the study of Management and Leadership, we focus on people. People talk, talk back, and come with different preferences, attitudes, and personalities. Some work less, some work more. Some are more agreeable, some are less open-minded. Some are happy, and some are grumpy. Yet, managers and leaders need to motivate all employees. What power-holders do is often at odds with the best evidence. Learning how to motivate and lead is fundamental to an organization's success. Half-truths de jour are dangerous because they can be partly right. However, these myths are misleading often enough to get many organizations into serious trouble.This pocketbook is a straight-forward, easy-to-read reference guide to classic theories in work motivation. Making business choices based on fiery proclamations, flimsy data, and equivocal recommendations leads to questionable results. Evidence-based answers are needed. Tolstoy opens up his novel Anna Karenina with this unforgettable line:"Happy families are all alike; every unhappy family is unhappy in its own way." Organizations must assemble the right mix of ingredients to produce a recipe for success. Misery is more idiosyncratic, but few things in business bring a company down faster than a demotivated workforce antagonized by insolent leadership and ineffective management.In conversations with leaders, a common theme emerges. Many did not have an opportunity to study the psychology of leadership before they found themselves consumed by its demands. They recollect how it was only after their leadership tenure ended that they found time to study the subject that had filled their lives for decades.How do you motivate employees to reach their goals and go above and beyond?In this pocketbook, Professor Stajkovi¿ and Sergent use research, stories, history, philosophy, and religion to answer these questions in a to-the-point style that readers and students have come to expect and appreciate.Whether you've taken Professor Stajkovi¿'s class, watched one of his webinars, or read one of his many academic publications, this pocketbook is for anyone who wants evidence-based tips on becoming a more effective manager and inspirational leader.