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Book SynopsisThe 7 Conversations is a unique model for organizations to grow and innovate in a team-based way with a powerful transformation accelerator.Penny Pennington, Managing Partner, Edward JonesAn actionable blueprint for transformational business journeys from Growth River founder Richard HawkesLeading transformation in teams, businesses, and organizations is complex, and leaders are expected to know how to do it.Navigating the Swirlprovides the clear thinking required to navigate this challenge. In Navigate the Swirl: 7 Conversations for Business Transformation renowned growth and strategy leader Richard Hawkes delivers a simple and powerful framework that any team can apply to overcome the most common leadership challenges to growing and scaling companies, known as The Swirl. In this straightforward book, he draws on decades of experience guiding teams to implement strategic change at companies like Edward Jones, GENEWIZ,Trade Review“…an absorbing business book that brilliantly addresses how to cope with the turbulence of change, culminating in “seven critical conversations” that lead to organizational transformation.” Kirkus ReviewsTable of ContentsForeword ix Acknowledgments xix A Note To The Reader: How to Use This Book xxi Introduction: The Swirl xxiii Part 1 Framing the Conversation 1 1 Understanding Organizations: Social Systems, Not Machines 3 2 Understanding Businesses: The Business Triangle 19 3 Understanding Growth: Dynamics of Organizational Development 31 Part 2 The Evolution of an Enterprise 47 4 The Four Stages of Enterprise Evolution 49 5 A Business Is Born: Stage 1, Independent Contributors 57 6 A Leader Steps Up: Stage 2, Directive Leadership 65 7 A 5:30 Wake-Up Call: The Transition to Stage 3, Distributed Leadership 71 8 A Complete System of Roles: Stage 3, Distributed Leadership 81 9 Leveraging Creative Tension: Stage 3, Distributed Leadership, continued 101 10 High-Performing Teams: Stage 3, Distributed Leadership, continued 115 11 Toward a Flat, Agile Organization: Stage 4: Leaders Leading Leaders 127 Part 3 The Seven Conversations 133 12 Organizations Evolve at the Speed of Conversation 135 13 Conversation 1: Activating Purpose 145 14 Conversation 2: Driving Focus 153 15 Conversation 3: Shifting Mindset 159 16 Conversation 4: Specifying Capabilities and Roles 165 17 Conversation 5: Streamlining Interdependencies 171 18 Conversation 6: Aligning Strategies 175 19 Conversation 7: Implementing Initiatives 185 20 An Invitation to Transformation 187 Glossary 191 Index 239

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Book SynopsisDiscover the life-changing power of a single word Millions of people around the world try to improve their lives by doing it all. They attempt every self-help method, try every diet, and follow every fad. But imagine what theyand youcould accomplish if all that effort and determination was focused on a single word? In The One Word Journal: Your Daily Journey for Life-Change, bestselling authors Jon Gordon, Dan Britton, and Jimmy Page deliver a powerful new approach to simplifying and transforming your life and business. You'll learn how to access the core of your intention every week of the year as you explore 52 weekly lessons, principles, and wins that unleash the power of your One Word. You'll also find: Straightforward strategies for improving the six dimensions of your life: the mental, physical, emotional, relational, spiritual, and financialWriting prompts and discussion questions that help you live out your one word with meaning and missionA foolproof method to cut out complexity and clutter and focus on just one thingAn indispensable companion to the authors' bestselling One Word, The One Word Journal unlocks the full potential of the authors' groundbreaking and life-changing techniques.Table of ContentsYour One Word Journey 9 Here’s How It Works 11 Getting Started 16 Six Dimensions 20 Example Entry 24 Annual Review 237 Three Tips for Choosing Your One Word 245 52 Weekly Tips 247 Your Weekly Wins 259 Additional One Word Resources 263 One Word That Will Change Your Team 265 About the Authors 267

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Book SynopsisA USA TODAY BESTSELLERLearn to transform your perspective and lead with positivity In The Negativity Fast: Proven Techniques to Increase Positivity, Reduce Fear, and Boost Success, sales leader and strategist Anthony Iannarino delivers an exciting and effective new take on creating and sustaining powerful sales processes. You'll learn to lead with positivity as you harness negative emotions to make lasting changes for the better and explore the power of gratitude to transform your mental outlook. Discover how to reframe the negative events of your life into the ways they made you stronger and prepared you for future setbacks. The author also offers: Concrete advice on perspective-taking and strategies for avoiding being triggered by people with different beliefs A thirteen-week Negativity Fast, in which you'll eliminate sources of negativity for 90 days and introduce positivity into your mental diet Discussions oTable of ContentsPreface ix Disclaimer xiii Acknowledgments xv Chapter 1 Why You Are Negative 1 Chapter 2 Talking Yourself into a Negative State 19 Chapter 3 Empathy and How to Lie to Yourself 37 Chapter 4 How to Stop Complaining 57 Chapter 5 The Awesome Power of Gratitude 77 Chapter 6 Reframing Negative Events 97 Chapter 7 How to Live Happily with Political Divisiveness 113 Chapter 8 Wanting and the Perils of Social Media 131 Chapter 9 How to Change Your State 149 Chapter 10 Minding Mindfulness 165 Chapter 11 How to Forget Your Problems and Concerns 177 Chapter 12 The Negativity Fast 189 Endnotes 205 Recommended Resources 219 About the Author 223 Index 225

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Book SynopsisThis essential reference for photography students explains how to become part of the professional community. By defining professional photography today, and exploring what is expected of professional photographers, the book demystifies this often-misunderstood and misjudged career track. The easily accessible text provides readers with valuable information, inspiration, and education on topics including developing your photographic voice, finding your area of specialization, exploring the moving image, building a website, and understanding self-presentation, promotion, legal aspects, and marketing. It also features inspirational projects for students to embark on their education in photography. Trade Review"Scott is well placed to advise young students on the ins and outs of getting started as a pro. He has a wealth of experience in the industry from art directing and magazine editing to shooting as a professional photographer and lecturing. There are some gems of useful information and invaluable advice buried in this book..." - Professional PhotographyTable of ContentsAcknowledgementsChapter One: What Is Professional Photography?Chapter Two: What Makes a Professional Photographer?Chapter Three: How to Find Your Photographic VoiceChapter Four: Understanding the Photography BusinessChapter Five: Going It Alone and Where Do You Fit?Chapter Six: The Importance of the Moving ImageChapter Seven: The Twenty-First Century Professional PhotographerGlossaryResources

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Book SynopsisMaster the tools of NLP and become more effective, more efficient, more powerful and more successful NLP will provide powerful tools and techniques to help you make positive changes in your life.

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Book SynopsisImprove Your Speed Reading Skills and breeze through books, newspapers, textbooks, reports, webpages – whatever you need to read, however you want to read it. Table of ContentsAbout the author Acknowledgements Foreword Introduction 1 Putting your reading speed into context 2 A definition of reading 3 Understanding your eyes 4 Managing your motivation and state of mind 5 Developing your peripheral vision 6 Skimming, scanning and selective reading 7 Use of a guide 8 Comprehension and retention 9 Reading for study 10 Reading from computer screens 11 Improving your vocabulary 12 Conclusion Appendix 1: Answers to comprehension questions Appendix 2: Speed reading hall of fame Further reading Index

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Book SynopsisJames Innes is the Managing Director of The CV Centre, the UK's leading CV consultancy. James founded The CV Centre in 1998 and has built the company to its current position as UK market leaders in the field of CV consultancy. James regularly delivers presentations to recent graduates and also contributes widely to newspapers and magazines in both the UK and France and is  the author of The Interview Book, The CV Book, The Cover Letters Book and The Interview Question and Answer BookTable of ContentsAbout the author  Acknowledgements  How to use this book  Part 1 Plannning, preparation and organisation: a winning strategy  1. Why are interviews so important?  2. Researching the job  3. Researching the organisation  4. Mental preparation  5. Presentation  6. Body language  7. The big day  8. First impressions count  Part 2 Interview scenarios: expect the unexpected  9. Basic principles  10. Classic one-on-one interviews  11. Panel interviews  12. Competency-based, behavioural and situational interviews  13. Psychometric and aptitude tests  14. Presentations  15. Group interviews  16. Distance interviews  Part 3 Assessment centres 17. Assessment centres  Part 4 Interview questions – and their answers!  18. Basic principles  19. The ten questions you’re most likely to be asked  20. Forty classic questions you must be prepared for  21. Illegal questions – and how to dodge them  22. Special cases: from school leavers to retirees  23. Yet more questions  Part 5 Ending the interview  24. Your own questions  Part 6 The 15 most common interview mistakes  25. How to avoid them!  Part 7 After the interview: closing the deal  26. Following up  27. Negotiating the offer  28. References  29. Resigning  30. Handling rejection  31. Your new job  Part 8 My five top tips for interview success  32. How to guarantee interview success! Further reading and resources  Index of questions  Index 

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Book SynopsisAn updated version of the best-selling therapist-to-coach transition text

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Book SynopsisLEARN SKILLS THAT WILL LAST A LIFETIME WITH MANGA FOR SUCCESS! Do you want to get along better with people? Overcome negative thought patterns that are holding you back? Or are you looking for a basic understanding of the popular ideas of Adlerian psychology? Whatever your reason for picking up this book, The Psychology of Personal Growth and Better Relationships: Manga For Success makes psychology concepts easy to understand using practical examples and situations. You'll read about: Self-determination and self-encouragement Dealing with emotions in interpersonal relationships Having courage during difficult conversations The story follows Yukari, a 28-year-old area manager of a bakery chain who finds her career gridlocked by frustration and adversarial relationships. Luckily for her, Adler's Ghost appears to teach her how to turn the situation around. As her communication improves, she builds relationships of Table of ContentsPreface 8 Prologue What Is Adlerian Psychology? Story 1 The Little Ghost I Met in the Warehouse 12 1 Grasping the Whole Picture of Adlerian Psychology 22 2 The Main Components of Adlerian Psychology 28 Column 1: Alfred Adler, the Man 36 Yeah So What ? It’s Just You? Reading This Will Help You Understand the Basics of Adlerian Psychology! Part 1 If You Change Your Perspective, Your Life Will Be Easier Story 2 The Store Managers’ Rebellion 38 1 Lifestyle and Life Tasks 62 2 From an Etiological Approach to a Teleological One 70 3 Cognitive Theory and Basic Mistakes 74 4 Self-Determination 78 Column 2: Adler, the Feminist 82 So I Think I’ll Just Quit My Job Jolt Searching For the Cause Will Get You An Explanation But Not a Solution ! Part 2 Understanding the Role of Emotion in the Formation of Lifestyle Story 3 The Secret Behind the Discarded POP Displays 84 1 Reason and Emotion 108 2 The Formation of Lifestyle 115 3 How to Develop Courage 124 Column 3: Adler, Who Began a New Era 128 Part 3 From the World of Assumptions to Common Sense Story 4 Why Wasn’t I Chosen? 130 You Just Have to Accept The Differences In Personality ! There’s also An Introduction to Some Approximate Personality Traits Based on Birth Order! 1 What Is Cognitivism? 148 2 What Is Empathy? 152 3 How Do I Adopt New Patterns of Behavior? 158 Column 4: Adler, the Encourager 166 Part 4 Interpersonal Relationships and Emotions Story 5 Christmas, the Final Battle! 168 1 What Are Interpersonal Relationships? 188 2 Emotions That Pull Us Apart and Bring Us Together 192 3 Jealousy’s True Identity 196 4 What Are Feelings of Inferiority? 198 Column 5: Adler and America 202 Could It Be That What You’re Feeling Are Feelings of Inferiority? Everyone Lives In a Sphere Of Their Own Assumptions I’m Going Too What Part 5 What Is Encouragement? Story 6 I’m Going to Deliver the Photo! 204 1 Encouragement in Adlerian Psychology 208 2 Self-Encouragement 212 3 Encouraging Others 216 Column 6: Adler’s Twilight Years and Passing 220 So, Encouragement Means Providing The Strength To Overcome Difficulties!

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Book SynopsisLEARN TO FACILITATE PRODUCTIVE MEETINGS AND BUILD HIGH-PERFORMING TEAMS WITH MANGA FOR SUCCESS! Shigeo, an employee of a building material manufacturing company, is sent to a regional office to improve sales. Along the way, he encounters challenges engaging with the local team but, with advice from a helpful facilitation specialist, Mayumi, he eventually learns to build the skills of his colleagues and cobble together a high-performing team. You'll also learn about: How to run an effective business meeting How to productively use a variety of meeting tools Facilitating fruitful brainstorming sessions Using effective communication to lead your team to success Leading Meetings and Teams is a practical and hands-on book that will earn a place on the bookshelves of managers, executives, and early-career professionals everywhere. Find out why the Manga For Success seriesnow available in English for the firstTable of ContentsPreface 6 Prologue Facilitation is…? Story 1 At the End of the Tunnel 10 1. The Skills of a Facileader Who Runs Their Team Well 20 2. Drawing Out and Consolidating 22 Pointer Lesson 1: Fostering a Sense of Satisfaction. How to Set a Theme 24 Pointer Lesson 2: To Draw Out or to Convey? 33 Column: The Four Stages of Leveling Up 38 Part 1 The Fundamentals of Facilitation Story 2 Drawing Out and Consolidating 46 3. Even If You Hate Meetings, Start with This 72 4. Take Notes on the Board During Meetings 76 5. Tips for Questions to Draw Out Everyone’s Thoughts 81 6. Who Do You Need in a Team? Separating the Ideal from Reality 85 Part 2 Putting Facilitation to Practice Story 3 Individual Support and Designing a Space 90 7. Everyday Facilitation—Not Just for Meetings 116 Pointer Lesson 3: The PDCA Facilitation Cycle 119 8. Organizing People and Setting a Mood with Desk Layouts 123 9. Understanding Differences with Social Style Theory 126 Column: Handling Complaints with GROW! 139 Part 3 Applying Facilitation Story 4 The Key to Being a Facileader 142 10. The Essentials for Project Leaders 168 11. Broaden Your Horizons Through Gatherings 170 12. Knowing Is Only Half the Battle! Thinking in Frameworks 173 Column: The Three Things “Advisors” Do 177 Epilogue The Facilitation Mindset Story 5 What Comes After 180 13. A Team Is a Group of Individuals. Don’t Forget to Give Individualized Support 190 Summary Lesson: Be Aware of Your Own Challenges Your Questioning Ability and the Fundamentals of Inspiring 194 Designing a Meeting 204 Learn to Handle Differences 209

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Book SynopsisLearn how to bet on yourself and build the professional life you want as you grow in your career path In Career Confidence: No-BS Stories and Strategies for Finding Your Power, recruitment, hiring, and job search industry veteran Robynn Storey delivers a detailed roadmap you can use to navigate the increasingly complicated and fast-moving world of work. You'll learn how to find a job that fulfills and sustains you while also helping you flourish in your chosen career path. Through relatable client stories, the author burns down commonly held hiring myths and explains how to define and demonstrate your value to employers, showing them what you're really worth. She draws on her extensive, two-decade career in which she's helped over 300,000 clients find their dream jobs to give you the info you really need to get the job you really want. You'll also find: Dozens of real-life stories and anecdotes of professional interactions and experien

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Book SynopsisPetra Velzeboer is a renowned mental health expert, keynote speaker and CEO of PVL, a mental health consultancy. She is also a psychotherapist with an MSc in Psychodynamics of Human Development and is a qualified ORSC & CTI Certified Coach.She grew up in the infamous Children of God cult and so her first-hand experiences of trauma, struggle and overcoming make her uniquely positioned to highlight the importance of mental wellbeing both at work and in our personal lives. Petra Velzeboer is based in London, UK.Trade Review"Navigate the tangled web of mental health and its relationship to modern work life." * Vernon Bainton, Chief Medical Officer, Havas Lynx Group *"Petra brings through a reality and pragmatism when it comes to finding your wellness in this busy, chaotic world we live and work in. Written from the heart and spoken with care." * Kirstin Furber, People Director, Channel 4 *"This book brings inspiration, practical thinking and true thought leadership that I would recommend to anyone who wants a new angle on how to view their wellbeing at work." * Stella Smith, CEO & founder, pirkx *"Petra offers empowering practices for claiming ourselves, our wellbeing, and our communities. I felt energized and hopeful reading Petra's book. You will too." * Dr Ardeshir Mehran, psychologist and author *"This book guides the reader through an exploration of how our personal and professional lives are interconnected, allowing us to embrace the idea of focusing on ourselves in order to achieve success at work." * Miriam Zylberglait Lisigurski, MD, FACP *"Petra is in a class of her own! Her passion is focused on helping others and her approach comes from a place of lived experience - an experience that she shares so transparently and unabashedly. This is all reflected in this book and what makes it such a solid, authentic source." * Rondette Amoy Smith, Head of Diversity & Inclusion, EMEA, Nomura *"Begin With You is a must-read for virtually anyone: whether you are wanting to build a mental health strategy, are an entrepreneur or business owner, or are just interested in practical steps to improve your own mental health. Petra's approach can benefit us all." * Hannah Meredith, Health and Wellbeing Partner, MVF Global *"We know a lot about investing in our success, but do we know and talk enough about investing in our mental health? Are we even listening? Petra Velzeboer leads the way and shines a light through the maze of tools and set constructs defined by employers and medical professionals. This book is lively, passionate, somehow even intimate at times where it feels like a cosy conversation with a friend." * Eva-Christie Bessala, Director, Global Clients Pricing and Procurement, PwC *Table of Contents Chapter - 00: Introduction; Chapter - 01: Why me?; Chapter - 02: Why you?; Chapter - 03: Learning to think for ourselves; Chapter - 04: Stress, burnout and mental illness; Chapter - 05: Maintenance, attitude and living a good life now; Chapter - 06: Supporting others; Chapter - 07: Internal activism and changing the world of work; Chapter - 08: Practical tactics and strategies; Chapter - 09: Conclusion; Chapter - 10: References;

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Book SynopsisAmy Brann is Founder and Director of Synaptic Potential and an expert in helping organizations harness their unrealised people potential through the power of neuroscience. Over the past 18 years, Amy has advised top businesses across the globe, including Tesco, Warner Brother, EY, Twinings, Novartis and BNP Paribas and is an Associate of the Moeller Institute at the University of Cambridge. She is the author of Neuroscience for Coaches, also published by Kogan Page and is based in Warwick, UK.

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Book SynopsisThis handy guide offers practical solutions and step-by-step advice on combating and managing stress so that you can achieve the best work-life balance.While it''s sometimes said that a little stress is good for you, too much can damage your health, jeopardise your performance at work, and affect your relationships. With the rise of remote and hybrid working, such issues are only becoming more common, and it''s too easy to feel worn down and exhausted by stress and worry.With a self-assessment quiz, step-by-step action points, top tips, common mistakes and advice on how to avoid them, and summaries of key points, Deal With Stress will help you to identify and understand the causes, recognise the symptoms, and find the right answers to put you back in control. You will find actionable solutions and practical advice on combating stress and ensuring you can have the best possible work-life balance.

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Book SynopsisA clear explanation of the art of negotiation, with practical advice on how to prepare, how to keep cool under pressure, and how body language can be used to your advantage.All of us negotiate every day in different ways - whether that''s in a work setting, using professional partners, or even at home. But for many people it''s a nerve-wracking experience that leaves them feeling awkward, tongue-tied and at a disadvantage. This book will explain the dynamics of a successful negotiation, allowing you to understand the full process and apply the guidance to your own situations.It will help you to build your confidence and allow you to find the results that are right for you, with practical advice on the basic principles of negotiation, how to prepare, how to keep cool under pressure, and how to understand and use body language to achieve your goals.Negotiate Successfully contains a quiz to assess strengths and weaknesses, step-by-step guidance and action points, top tips to

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Book SynopsisIn her groundbreaking, deeply reported work, Julia Boorstin reveals the odds-defying leadership approaches of women running the world''s most innovative and successful companies - and what we can learn from them.Now, in When Women Lead, Boorstin brings together the stories of over sixty of those female CEOs and leaders, and dozens of new studies. Her combination of narrative and research reveals how once-underestimated characteristics, from vulnerability and gratitude to divergent thinking, can be vital superpowers - and that anyone can work these approaches to their advantage. Featuring new interviews with Gwyneth Paltrow, Jenn Hyman, Whitney Wolfe Herd, Lena Waithe, Shivani Siroya, and more, When Women Lead is a radical blueprint for the future of business, and our world at large.''Filled with top-notch research, practical insight and stories from the most inspiring women in business, Julia Boorstin lays out a new, inclTrade ReviewFilled with top-notch research, practical insight, and stories from the most inspiring women in business, Julia Boorstin lays out a new, inclusive vision for leadership and our world at large that we all will benefit from. * Arianna Huffington, Founder & CEO *When Women Lead is replete with concrete insights that have personally helped me navigate our unprecedented times of change. Weaving together perspectives from tech, business, politics, the cultural sphere and beyond, Boorstin's deep reporting and voracious inquiries serve not only as a tactical manual for individuals, but as a toolkit for building interdisciplinary connections. * Bettina Korek, CEO of Serpentine Galleries, London *As a pioneer in tech and media reporting, Julia Boorstin knows firsthand what it takes for women to break barriers and drive change. In this engaging, fast-paced book, she takes you behind the scenes to show how some of the world's most admired women have made their mark - and offers practical insights on what both men and women can learn from them. * Adam Grant, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Think Again *Full of valuable takeaways and inspiring stories of female business leaders, Julia Boorstin's When Women Lead offers many roadmaps for authentic leadership - a must read for all leaders as they consider the future of work. * Katie Couric, #1 New York Times bestselling author *Women in business are finally stepping forward in unprecedented ways. Through the lens of her own experience, Julia Boorstin recounts their triumphs and setbacks and identifies the obstacles they overcame on their road to success. Any woman with a dream will be inspired by their stories. * Eve Rodksy, New York Times bestselling author of Fair Play and Find Your Unicorn Space *When Women Lead is a delightful read, and frankly a tonic - one that so many of us need right now. Boorstin tells stories that will make you smile and often pause to check out the business she's describing. Here's to the day when the traits of 'women's leadership' she's describing will simply be 'great leadership'. * Anne-Marie Slaughter, CEO, New America and bestselling author of Unfinished Business: Women Men Work Family *Impeccably researched and beautifully written, Julia Boorstin's When Women Lead lays out a roadmap for leadership success. Packed with revelatory insights and cogent analysis, it is essential reading for men as well as women in today's complex world. * Joanne Lipman, bestselling author of That's What She Said *Boorstin grasps one of the biggest issues in corporate life, telling a fascinating story with verve and flair. She is a writer at the top of her game and her book is a must read. * Matthew Garrahan, Financial Times News Editor *

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Book SynopsisAre you looking to supercharge your business and grow your online community? The key to a booming business is your community. Founder of social media consultancy The Selfhood, Daisy Morris, is here with the ultimate guide for all the side-hustlers, creators, business owners and freelancers looking to build a genuine community on social media. This book drops the jargon - Daisy will teach you how to take your community on a journey. From brand awareness through to conversion, you will have the confidence to expand your reach while nurturing your existing fans, followers, subscribers and customers to turn them in to loyal and repeat customers. You will learn how to create meaningful connections with your audience, through real-life case studies, simple exercises and top-notch business advice. A must-read for any business owner.

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Book SynopsisFrom one of the UK's most acclaimed and successful tutors of stand-up comedy comes this guide to understanding, developing and, most importantly, delivering a great comedy routine. Features practical tips, exercises, and expert advice.Trade Review"The author's love for his job shines through...it has inspired me to pencil a date in my diary for my own return to stand-up after a ten-year hiatus." * - www.channel4.com/4laughs *"With advice from several comics and tips on how the business end of comedy works, anyone who reads it will feel empowered, full of confidence that they can take to the stage." * - www.chortle.co.uk *Stand-up is such a visual and oral medium, how could you possibly gain anything other than very basic advice from a self-help book? Logan Murray has succeeded. The highly experienced stand-up and comedy course tutor, has written a very useful guide to starting out as a stand-up comedian. * - LaughRiot.co.uk *Table of Contents : introduction : part one: theory 01: where do jokes come from? : do we create funny ideas or do they come : and find us? : practical creative games : some modern theories of humour : what is a joke? : attitude, the comedian’s secret weapon : attitude games 02: building a joke : extreme attitudes to specific points can : lead to humour : always ask yourself: ‘what is the comedian’s : answer to this particular problem?’ : finding the joke : afterthoughts : afterthought games 03: comedy ground rules : style or content? : kill little Mr/Ms social control in your head : stupid name game : what’s your attitude to the subject? : more attitude games : be specific : games to develop specific thinking : be concise : the longer the set up, the funnier the : punchline had better be! : if it doesn’t add, it detracts : detracting the audience verbally : detracting the audience with your body : language : avoid the temptation of burying your : routines in the past : always remember: start with your best stuff; : finish with your best stuff; let the middle : take care of itself 04: what sort of comic are you? : your persona : comedic flaws and how to use them : comic archetypes : mixing and matching : games to uncover comedic flaws : part two: practical sessions 05: unlocking your creativity : don’t worry about the result: just write! : writing activities 06: a word about emotional exaggeration : breaking the habits of a lifetime: be bigger, : be broader! : reasons why comics start exaggerating : their emotional responses… : reasons why new comedians might : overlook their emotional performance… : why comedians need to be more extreme… : activities to encourage emotional : exaggeration 07: creating material : workshop 1: the thank you list : workshop 2: building routines : workshop 3: putting your set together : pruning your material : ‘less is more’ activities : workshop 4: the hate list : workshop 5: creating your own lists : workshop 6: joke forms : workshop 7: finding different voices : stereotype activities : creating a character act 08: stagecraft : think about your attitude to your audience : treat the audience exactly how you would : treat your friends : force yourself to look at the audience : try to ‘read’ the crowd : slow down! : speeding through your set means that : inevitably your timing will be off : how to deal with nerves 09: microphone technique : microphone mistakes 10: hecklers and crowd control : why a gig can go bad : how to make a gig better : hecklers : crowd control exercises 11: what other comics think : Milton Jones : Richard Herring : Steve Hall : Sarah Kendal : Pat Condell : Katy Bagshaw : Marek Larwood : Mark Maier : Robin Ince : Greg Davies 12: business : how to get started : learn to market yourself : publicity : phoning for work : etiquette : do your time on stage : building your set : compèring : beyond stand-up : competitions : festivals : agents and managers 13: your first gig : booking the gig : three or four days before the gig : the day before the gig : on the day of the gig : on the evening of the gig : on stage : after the gig 14: the future : appendix 1: group games : appendix 2: the fall and rise of stand-up comedy : taking it further : index : acknowledgements

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Book SynopsisThe New York Times bestselling author of The $100 Startup, Chris Guillebeau shows us how to enjoy greater career success and personal fulfilment by finding the work we were born to do, whether within a traditional company or business, or by striking out on our own.Born For This helps you create your own self-styled career with a practical, step-by-step guide to finding work that feels so right it doesn't even seem like work. Learn how to:· Launch a side job that turns a passion into a profitable business.· Win the career lottery by finding a dream position within a traditional organization.· Become a DIY rock star by fashioning an entirely new profession around your varied interests.· OR hack an existing humdrum job into work you will love.Guillebeau offers an actionable method and framework for turning our passions into paychecks.Trade ReviewChris Guillebeau makes getting your dream job seem less of a dream and more of a reality ... a must-read for those yearning to find that perfect career path. -- Susan Cain, New York Times bestselling author of Quietan engaging action-oriented guide sure to help you answer that burning question: “What’s next?” * Forbes *Born for This is chock-full of inspiring yet practical advice to develop new streams of business, build your fan base, and invent the job of your dreams. If you’re looking for someone to help you find your footing on the new frontier of work, Chris Guillebeau is your man. -- Daniel H. Pink, author of To Sell Is Human and DriveIntensely practical and packed with real-life examples, Born for This is the essential guide for a career that will bring you not just a paycheck but true happiness. -- Gretchen Rubin, New York Times bestselling author of The Happiness Project[Chris will] guide you through today’s vast menu of career options to discover the work perfectly suited to your unique interests, skills, and experiences * Observer *

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Book SynopsisAn engaging guide on how to develop and hone your professional communication and influencing skills in the digital ageIn a world where human interactions and behaviour are more pivotal than ever to business success, Working With Influence sets out nine easy-to-apply principles, based on robust behavioural science, for influencing people and outcomes in both physical and digital working scenarios. It provides ambitious professionals with a set of actionable principles which will help them kick-start, accelerate or transform their careers.Technology has redefined almost every job and is becoming the primary medium through which we interact with colleagues and clients this book provides crucial insights into how you can influence others and stand out in this new digital landscape. With the hugely competitive and unpredictable nature of the job market and the unstable economy, it is more important than ever to improve your communication skills and broader qualitative skillseTrade ReviewPowerful behavioural insights! A practical read for both established and aspiring leaders. -- Dr. Mark Little, Executive Director, Scouts Canada

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Book SynopsisSunday: Get started with realistic goals and a detailed business plan, and do your market researchMonday: Learn strategies for building a network of contacts and how to handle meetingsTuesday: Learn how to get the product or service right and increase your marginWednesday: Choose the most effective ways to communicate with customers and prepare useful marketing materialsThursday: Market yourself and your business and learn how to cut the jargon and describe what you do in 30 secondsFriday: Motivate yourself to work hard and ignore distractions and make a good impression as the face of your businessSaturday: Avoid difficulties and problems through using personal planning and business planning tripwiresTable of Contents : Sunday: Getting Started : Monday: The right tools for the job : Tuesday: Getting the money right : Wednesday: Communicating effectively : Thursday: Taming the telephone : Friday: How to conduct yourself : Saturday: Setting up reminders and tripwires

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Book SynopsisAs heard on Chris Evans'' Radio 2 Breakfast ShowWith a foreword by Danny Rubin, screenwriter of Groundhog Day Paul Hannam has developed a programme based on the hidden, underlying roadmap to freedom found in the film Groundhog Day. Using research-based techniques, you will learn how to take control of your day, remove the blinkers and actually see and experience the real world around you, which will in turn enable you to let go of the past and achieve new levels of success. You will learn how to focus on and appreciate the things that truly matter: time, security, mental health and authentic happiness, and discover a life of joy and fulfilment - rather than just going through the motions.The story of the film Groundhog Day is used here as a parable for change. This book is aimed at anyone who is sleepwalking through life, is trapped by routine and needs a major wake-up call. No more cruising on autopilot - make every day amazing.

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Book Synopsis This is your complete course in finding that perfect job. From crafting the perfect CV and finding the job of your dreams, to writing a great cover letter and winning at interview, THE ULTIMATE JOB HUNTING BOOK is a dynamic collection of tools, techniques, and strategies for success. Short, punchy chapters mean you can read up quickly and start applying what you''ve learned immediately.* Part 1: Your CVs Masterclass* Part 2: Your Job Hunting Masterclass* Part 3: Your Cover Letters Masterclass* Part 4: Your Job Interviews MasterclassDiscover the main themes, key ideas and tools you need and bring it all together with practical exercises.ABOUT THE SERIESULTIMATE books are for managers, leaders, and business executives who want to succeed at work. From marketing and sales to management and finance, each title gives comprehensive coverage of the essential business skills you need to get ahead in your career. Written in straigh

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Book SynopsisWhat''s the secret to extraordinary?Being stuck in mediocrity sucks. It''s easy to identify the symptoms of this disease in your life: are you chronically bored? Do you wake up knowing today is going to suck? Are you constantly fighting off feelings of emptiness, exhaustion, and knowing you''re wasting your life?Well, eff that! Every moment of every day, you can choose to be extraordinary. You can choose to become someone you''re incredibly proud to be, who accomplishes amazing goals and achieves greatness. What Extraordinary People Know guides you through how to be free of the mediocrity trap: starting with the inspiration, tools, and kick in the ass you need to get your life going in high gearfrom behavioral change and personal growth expert Anthony Moore. As someone who took his own life from ordinary to extraordinary, Moore has created a three-step path to breaking free of Mediocrity and becoming the hero of your own life.Are you ready to win?

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Book SynopsisSuccess is not final and failure is not fatal.Maria Hatzistefanis should know. Having spent 20 years building her own company (described by the press as 'an overnight success'), she acknowledges how hard it is to keep going and find your motivation, especially in the face of self-doubt, rejection and unexpected setbacks.This punchy, easy to digest book spells out how to motivate yourself and harness your drive and energy to make things happen. With clear guidance, tips and celebrity stories throughout, Maria sums up her business secrets with three golden rules: set your goals; plot your trajectory; make it happen! This book will help anyone looking to grow their business and enable readers everywhere to find their own 'Make It Happen' mindset. Everyone can learn from this book, no matter where you are in your career.Trade ReviewMaria is an entrepreneur through and through. She built an amazing brand from the ground up, and I can absolutely relate to her strategy. -- Bobbi Brown, Founder of Bobbi Brown CosmeticsI love Maria's writing style, motivational and funny at the same time, a must-read! -- Erin O'Connor MBE, British Fashion ModelTremendous effort and pure dedication pays off and Maria's story is a perfect example of that. She kept herself motivated for years, long before becoming an 'overnight success', and turned that motivation into a business by never resting on her laurels. Maria's experiences translate perfectly into motivational tips and guidance to learn from. -- David Koma, Fashion DesignerIf anyone can show us how to make it happen, it's Maria! She has not only created an international beauty brand, but also uses her success, and failures, to inspire others to make their dreams a reality! -- Brad Goreski, Presenter and Celebrity Fashion Stylist

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Book SynopsisSome of the most successful people in the world all have a secret power: their partnerships.Our individualistic society has created a cult of self-interest. The result: fear, division, and domination, which has crushed our ability to relate meaningfully to each other and diminished our ability to innovate and collaborate. Jean Oelwang, founding CEO and Trustee of Virgin Unite, has interviewed over 60 business and life partnerships - including Desmond and Leah Tutu, and Ben and Jerry - revealing how to nurture relationships with depth and purpose. These kinds of deep connections have a profound ripple effect on everything we do, supporting us to achieve more, withstand anything and amplify impact. Enduring partnerships are the foundation of a meaningful life as well as the backbone of any successful organisation. In this book she unpicks the values that connect great partners, offering practical tools for staying in sync, disagreeing respectfully and a blueprint for expanding small partnerships into large-scale collaborations.Packed with wisdom to nourish the relationships that give us strength and meaning, Partnering is a call-to-action for individuals resisting individualism to lead with purpose and impact.Trade ReviewPartnering captures the magic of our partnership, and many others. One plus one = more doneand more fun. * RICHARD BRANSON, founder of Virgin Group, and PETER GABRIEL, musician; cocreators of The Elders *Our partnership of over sixty-six years has made us who we are in this world and helped us to weather the atrocities of apartheid. Because of each other, our lives have been filled with love, joy and meaning. In Partnering, Jean brings to life the true spirit of Ubuntu. * ARCHBISHOP DESMOND and LEAH TUTU *Great relationships are the wellspring of happiness at home, success at work, and wisdom in life. Jean Oelwang is remarkably gifted at building them - she's worked closely with many of the most dynamic duos of our time. Her book is filled with uplifting stories and practical takeaways for building stronger partnerships. * ADAM GRANT, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Think Again and host of the TED podcast WorkLife *Our seventy-five-year marriage has been the most important thing in our lives. Partnering highlights the secrets of enduring partnerships like ours. * JIMMY and ROSALYNN CARTER, thirty-ninth president and first lady of the United States of America and cofounders of The Carter Center *The relationships in our lives are one of the key ingredients to thriving in this world. Partnering reveals how we can nurture these essential connections. An important book for a disconnected world. * ARIANNA HUFFINGTON, founder and CEO of Thrive Global *

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Book SynopsisHave you ever felt that you're too much of a perfectionist to be productive? Does the prepackaged advice from experts just not work? Then this is the book for you.There is no such thing as a one-size-fits-all productivity plan. The tricks that work for your colleague may not work as well for you. Or perhaps they don't work at all. The fact is that everyone has their own productivity quirks to make them work efficiently and effectively. They just don't know how to crack them.In this innovative guide, Dr Alice Boyes will help you diagnose your unique productivity profile and give you the framework to formulate a powerhouse personalised system. Drawing on groundbreaking research, countless examples, and quizzes in every chapter, this book will help you be the most growth-oriented, most effective and efficient, and most creative and visionary version of yourself.Trade ReviewYes! You can be productive and creative without sacrificing your emo­tional health. In this groundbreaking book, Boyes has created an exciting new paradigm for productivity that is based on your unique self and your psychological well-being. * Guy Winch, TED speaker, author of Emotional First Aid, and cohost of the Dear Therapists podcast *Boyes will show you how to find creative ways to be productive. She goes into detail on how to cultivate a compassionate inner voice and is working with self-compassion in interesting new ways. * Christopher Germer, clinical psychologist, co-creator of the Mindful Self-Compassion program, and author of The Mindful Path to Self-Compassion *The productivity paradigm is shifting, and Alice Boyes is leading the way. In her signature style she integrates practical tools and inspirational wisdom to offer a truly refreshing perspective on what it means to be a productive human being. * Seth Gillihan, clinical psychologist and author of Retrain your Brain: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in 7 Week *A brilliant, practical handbook to manage the wide-ranging psychological barriers to producing exceptional work. It is an entire master class in creating productive habits, healthy decision-making, anxiety manage­ment, curiosity, self-compassion and creativity. * Dr. Todd B. Kashdan, Professor of Psychology, Director of the Well- Being Laboratory at George Mason University, and author of The Art of Insubordination: How to Dissent and Defy Effectively *Using the latest research on topics like habits, creativity, resilience and emotional health, Boyes has created a guide to productivity that's nurtur­ing, approachable and packed with practical strategies for how you can do your most innovative work and survive your workweek. * Scott Barry Kaufman, author of Transcend and host of The Psychology Podcast *

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Book SynopsisEduardo Briceño is a global keynote speaker, facilitator, and guide supporting leaders cultivating growth mindset cultures. He is a Pahara-Aspen Fellow, a member of the Aspen Institute's Global Leadership Network, and an inductee in the Happiness Hall of Fame. For over a decade he was the CEO of Mindset Works, which he cofounded in 2007 with Stanford professor Carol Dweck, Lisa Blackwell, and others. Earlier, he served as a technology investor with Credit Suisse's venture capital arm the Sprout Group. Eduardo grew up in Caracas, Venezuela. He holds bachelor's degrees in economics and engineering from the University of Pennsylvania, as well as an MBA and M.A. in education from Stanford University. Most important, he continues to enjoy lifelong learning every day. He was shortlisted for the Thinkers50 Breakthrough Idea Award in 2023.

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Book Synopsis'Just be yourself, there is no one better'Taylor Swift has been a global superstar for well over a decade. Her pop hits and iconic music videos constantly deliver empowering messages of self-love and resilience.Shaking off personal challenges and clapping back at misogyny since day one, Tay Tay has emerged as the defining voice of her generation. Featuring all her best wisdom on confidence, careers, beauty, relationships, and more, this collection of quotes will motivate Swifties of all ages to live a more creative and confident life.

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Book SynopsisNew York Times best-selling author Jen Sincero gets to the core of transformation: habits - breaking, making, understanding, and sticking with them like you've never stuck before.Badass Habits is a eureka-sparking, easy-to-digest look at how our habits make us who we are, from the measly moments that happen in private to the resolutions we loudly broadcast (and, erm, often don't keep) on social media. Habit busting and building goes way beyond becoming a dedicated flosser or never showing up late again--our habits reveal our unmet desires, the gaps in our boundaries, our level of self-awareness, and our unconscious beliefs and fears. Badass Habits features Jen's trademark hilarious voice and offers a much-needed fresh take on the conventional wisdom and science that shape the optimism (or pessimism?) around the age-old topic of habits. The book includes enlightening interviews with people who've successfully strengthened their discipline backbones, new perspective on how to train our brains to become our best selves, and offers a simple, 21 day, step-by-step guide for ditching habits that don't serve us and developing the habits we deem most important. Habits shouldn't be impossible to reset--and with healthy boundaries, knowledge of--and permission to go after--our desires, and an easy to implement plan of action, we can make any new goal a joyful habit.

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Book SynopsisSELF-MADE IS A TRULY DEFINITIVE GUIDE; A 'GO-TO' BOOK FOR ALL ENTREPRENEURS AT ANY STAGE OF BUSINESS.This authoritative, focused guide by two of the UK's brightest young entrepreneurs - The Apprentice runner-up, Bianca Miller and serial entrepreneur, Byron Cole - is a comprehensive toolkit for anyone who wants to make a success of running their own business. Featuring interviews with well known entrepreneurs, entertainers and industry experts, the book covers every tier of the business development process, from start-up to exit, offering practical, implementable and global advice on the start up process.De-coding the jargon that is prevalent in business circles today, this book provides straightforward advice on converting an innovative business concept into a commercially viable proposition. It will help you to avoid the costly common mistakes of many who have gone before you, and create a sustainable enterprise that will flourish.Read Self Made and run your own business without fear of failure.

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Book SynopsisFollowing the success of the international bestseller, 100 THINGS SUCCESSFUL PEOPLE DO, Nigel Cumberland turns his attention to productivity.100 THINGS PRODUCTIVE PEOPLE DO distills all the wisdom of a lifetime of coaching successful business people into 100 short chapters showing you how to boost your productivity and get things done.It is packed with great ideas for achieving more and creating success. Explore the habits, tools, techniques and mentality of highly productive people and discover how to effortlessly take on your to-do list. Every chapter features a new idea that will help you work smarter, not harder. Mixing simple explanations with activities and exercises, you'll learn the optimal mindset and habits you need to succeed.Praise for 100 THINGS SUCCESSFUL PEOPLE DO'Inside these pages you'll find a powerful reminder of the many ways you can make your life - and other people's lives - more successful. It will help you identify what success means to you and give you the building blocks for making that success a reality. This is your chance to overcome whatever obstacles are stopping you. Read it, act on it and experience the difference' Marshall Goldsmith Ph.D., bestselling author of TRIGGERS

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Book SynopsisWe all want to live a life that matters. But too often we find ourselves overwhelmed by the day-to-day. Our big goals get pushed to the back burner--and then, more often than not, they get forgotten. It doesn't have to be that way! This is the year you finally close the gap between reality and your dreams. In this new, fully revised and updated edition of Your Best Year Ever, Michael Hyatt shares a powerful, proven, research-driven system for setting and achieving your goals. You'll learn how to design your best year ever by discovering what's holding you back, how to overcome past setbacks, how to set and pursue worthy goals without quitting, what to do when you feel stuck, and much more. If you're tired of not seeing progress in your personal, intellectual, professional, relational, or financial goals, it's time for you to have your best year ever!About the AuthorMichael Hyatt is the founder and chairman of Full Focus. He has scaled multiple companies over the years, including a $250M publishing company with 700+ employees and his own business coaching company that has grown over 60% year over year for the past four years. Under his leadership, Michael Hyatt & Company has been featured in the Inc. 5000 list of the fastest-growing companies in America for three years in a row. He's also the author of several New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and USA Today bestselling books, including Platform, Living Forward, Your Best Year Ever, Free to Focus, and The Vision-Driven Leader. He enjoys The Double Win with his wife of 40-plus years, five daughters, and ten grandchildren.

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Book SynopsisRevised, updated, and expanded: the definitive guide to transformational leadership from a team of expert executive coaches. Over the past six years, Michael K. Simpson’s Unlocking Potential has helped leaders motivate, inspire, and fully engage their teams. This revised edition, written with Maria Sullivan and Kari Saddler, builds on that powerful foundation for a new generation of leaders. The key is not just managing but coaching—developing the talents of your organization’s most important asset: the employees. In any successful organization, that begins with the basic skills developed by Simpson: building trust, recognizing potential, challenging paradigms, clarifying individual personal goals, executing flawlessly, giving effective feedback, and tapping into talent. Now Simpson expands on his knowledge and experience as a senior consultant with the management assessment firm FranklinCovey. This revised and updated edition also features insights from Sullivan and Saddler and additional real-life lessons learned in the field by managers who have put Simpson’s invaluable coaching skills into play. Transform your business relationships (and your business) with this comprehensive tool for optimizing productivity, profitability, loyalty, and customer focus.

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Book SynopsisNew York Times BestsellerNamed One of the Ten Best Books of the Year by Essence Named a Best Holiday Gift Book by Real Simple, Washington Post, Los Angeles Times, Atlanta Journal-Constitution, Boston Globe, and more Named a Best Gift for Coworkers by Heavy.com Named a Best Mother’s Day Gift by the Seattle Times“I want to rip out every page of this glorious book and hang them on my wall so that I can be surrounded by these incredible women all day long.” —Emma Straub, New York Times bestselling author of The Vacationers and Modern Lovers Over 100 exceptional and influential women describe how they embraced their creative spirit, overcame adversity, and sparked a global movement of entrepreneurship. Media titans and ceramicists, hoteliers and tattoo artists, comedians and architects—taken together, these profiles paint a beautiful picture of what happens when we pursue our passions and dreams.Trade Review"A triumphant compendium of interviews with more than 100 female entrepreneurs, from activists to designers to bakers. . . . The interviews are accompanied by stunning portraits of the women in their homes and work spaces." --Elle "So inspiring!" --Good Morning America "One of the Ten Most Un-Put-Downable Reads of the Year" --Essence "Surprising, real, and illuminating." --Vogue.com "Bonney continues to inspire as she offers what she calls 'visibility for powerful women in business.' Whether they're artists, chefs, tattoo artists or writers, creative women of all colors, ages, sexualities and experience share their fears, mistakes and successes." --Los Angeles Times "Bonney's quietly radical, profoundly moving project brings together short interviews with a diverse group of women who share insight on their life's work. . . . Gorgeous photographs reveal a kaleidoscope of joyful enterprise. Small business owners and poets, chefs and cartoonists, potters and musicians all give generous, humorous counsel to taking risks and following one's heart. Their creativity is so inspiring that this book should be in every female's possession, especially young girls in need of positive role models and old girls looking for a kick. Seeing women of so many ethnicities, backgrounds, and abilities successfully living their dreams is totally uplifting." --Bust "An invigorating and empowering collection of life-earned wisdom and practical advice." --Brainpickings.com "It's so refreshing to see new faces being featured." --Forbes.com "Learn how to break the glass ceiling from one of the many talented self-starters profiled in Grace Bonney's In the Company of Women. . . . Sage business advice." --Martha Stewart Living "In the Company of Women tells the stories of more than 100 women who work for themselves--artists, writers, designers, chefs, musicians. [Author Grace Bonney] talks to established names like Eileen Fisher and Roxane Gay, and women who are just launching their fledgling careers. . . . [A] beautifully diverse range of voices, all of them weighing in on lessons they've learned, mistakes they've made, traits they're proud of, characteristics they admire in others and so on." --The Chicago Tribune "This inspiring book encapsulates the stories of more than 100 creative women in the areas of design, visual arts, culinary arts, literature, and show business in short Q&As about the lessons they've learned on their journeys to success." --The Atlanta Journal-Constitution "An excellent source of inspiration for women (and men) of all ages." --Library Journal, starred review "[This book] acts as a source of inspiration for anyone, regardless of gender, who's running a business, or thinking about it." --Booklist, starred review "Give the gift of empowerment with this inspiring compilation of interviews. . . . Wrap this up for a recent grad, creative mind, or anyone looking for a healthy dose of girl power." --RealSimple.com "Grace's excellent book is full of empowering business advice from a diverse group of inspirational and talented women." --Martha Stewart "Grace Bonney has given us our favorite icons, heroes, and bandit queens in one of the oldest living forms of communication: a book. Enjoy, dear readers, for each page turn is a meditation on the power of the Divine Feminine." --Jill Soloway, creator of Transparent "These amazing stories will surely spark something deep within us all: the courage to dream and the fortitude to make those dreams happen." --Joanna Gaines, owner of Magnolia, host of HGTV's Fixer Upper "A joyful book that celebrates both the diversity of beauty and the beauty of diversity: in race, age, size, sexuality, and ways of thinking." --Hanya Yanagihara, New York Times bestselling author of A Little Life "I want to rip out every page of this glorious book and hang them on my wall so that I can be surrounded by these incredible women all day long." --Emma Straub, New York Times bestselling author of The Vacationers and Modern Lovers "A world of insight from an array of intriguing, trailblazing women. And the photography is gorgeous!" --Padma Lakshmi, author of Love, Loss, and What We Ate: A Memoir "I hope this book becomes an almanac that will continue to expound on the work and the lives of everyday cis, trans, and queer women and women of color who are building and becoming businesses, and that will remind other exceptional women that they are in good company." --Angelica Ross, founder of TransTech and star of Her Story

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Book Synopsis“What the mind can conceive and believe, the mind can achieve.” —Napoleon HillA user's guide to applying Napoleon Hill's success principles! In this breakthrough new book, the world's foremost expert on Napoleon Hill, Don M. Green, distills the essence of Hill’s world-famous success principles:NAPOLEON HILL'S SECRET. In a word, that secret is “Action.” According to Don Green, who is also the Executive Director of the Napoleon Hill Foundation, if you can master this concept, you truly can achieve the success in your life that you envision. NAPOLEON HILL'S SECRET will teach you how. For Napoleon Hill, it all starts with a Positive Mental Attitude (PMA), and Don Green provides you with the tools that will help you develop and maintain this confident state of mind. The book is filled with: Exercises Practical tips for putting Hill’s concepts into action Motivational truths that will help you stay on track as you strive for reaching your goals, whatever they may be Covering important topics such as: Surviving disappointments Taking risks Thinking like a boss Creating harmony NAPOLEON HILL'S SECRET will lead you to discover what you define as success, develop a plan for creating that success, and then follow through on your plan. And if you do, you won't feel like the same person anymore. Other people will notice that you have changed. They'll change the way they react to you, and their ideas about who you are and what you can do will change as well.If you read NAPOLEON HILL'S SECRET your life is going to change. Nothing will ever be the same.Table of ContentsTABLE OF CONTENTS to NAPOLEON HILL'S SECRET: by Don GreenContentsIntroduction Being Positive Thinking in Sync Understanding What You Want Making Your Plan Starting the Fire Surviving Disappointment Staying the Course Taking Some Risks Dreaming Big and Small Putting the World on a String Living a Value Added Life Thinking Like a Boss Becoming Mentally Fit Creating Harmony Managing Your Resources Living Smart Making the Great Connection

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Book SynopsisNow What? A question that often comes from rock bottom requires a strategy that looks at solutions, building a ladder one rung at a time to escape despair and uncertainty.Known for his work as a motivational consultant, international speaker and author, Ahmard Vital is excited to offer a hand to those seeking hope and purpose. With simple and calculated solution-based steps, Now What is a focused guide for young adults who want concrete, practical solutions to their problems. Whether they’ve been raised in troubled homes, embroiled in the criminal justice system, or advanced to the university level with no clear career path, Now What is designed to help them steer their life towards productive and preferred fulfillment. This strategic, thought-provoking, and empowering manual is broken into two phases: the Intention Phase (Reflect, Decide, Plan) and the Initiative Phase (Taking Action, Seek Counsel). According to Ahmard Vital, too many young adults today extend their adolescence into their 20s and early 30s without gaining necessary skills and maturity. Now What addresses these aspects of maturation: decision making, personal responsibility, delayed gratification, hard work, and embracing the tradeoffs of life, so that they can thrive as they enter adulthood.

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Book SynopsisWhat's the secret to being indispensable—a true go-to person—in today's workplace?With new technology, constant change and uncertainty, and far-flung virtual teams, getting things done at work is tougher and more complex than ever. We’re in the midst of a collaboration revolution, working with everyone, all the time, across silos and platforms. But sometimes it feels like we're stuck in a no-win cycle—dealing with an overwhelming influx of asks, with unclear lines of communication and authority. Overcommitment syndrome looms larger than ever before.But even amid the seeming chaos, there's always that indispensable go-to person who thrives on their many working relationships with people all over the organization chart. How do they do it? Go-to people consistently make themselves valuable to others, maintain a positive attitude of service, are creative and tenacious, and take personal responsibility for getting the right things done.In this game-changing yet practical book, talent guru and bestselling author Bruce Tulgan reveals the secrets of the go-to person in our new world of work. Based on an intensive study of people at all levels, in all kinds of organizations, Tulgan shows how go-to people think and behave differently, building up their influence with others—not by trying to do everything for everybody but by doing the right things at the right times for the right reasons, regardless of whether they have the formal authority.This book will teach you to: Understand the peculiar mathematics of real influence Lead from wherever you are—up, down, sideways, and diagonal Know when to say "no" or "not yet," and how to say "yes" Keep getting better and better at working together And much more. The Art of Being Indispensable at Work is the new How to Win Friends and Influence People for an era in which the guardrails of traditional management have been pulled away.Trade ReviewSilver Medal Winner for Best Career Book in the 2021 Axiom Business Book Awards"Tulgan's book is timely, relevant, and appealing" — Financial TimesAdvance Praise for The Art of Being Indispensable at Work:"Bruce Tulgan analyzes, provides vignettes, and summarizes for us the essence of how to be that indispensable go-to person. Do you want to be a better leader, a better performer, perhaps number one in your peer group? Read this book." — Greg Lengyel, Major General, US Air Force, Retired; former Deputy Commanding General, US Joint Special Operations Command; and Vice President, Sandoval Custom Creations, Inc."This could be the most practical and immediately usable book I've ever read. Tulgan has found a way to boil down the most complicated and delicate balance inherent in saying yes and no, making commitments, and managing expectations." — Eric Hutcherson, Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer, National Basketball Association"For anybody at any level in any organization who wants to be that indispensable go-to person, read this book. Tulgan's research-based approach will show you how to lead from wherever you are—up, down, sideways, or diagonal." — Ray Blanchette, President and CEO, TGI Fridays"Bruce Tulgan does it again. By zeroing in on the behaviors that make the most successful people tick, he highlights the key attributes that are critical to survive and thrive, despite the challenges." — Susan Unvarsky, Vice President, US Customer Service, Prudential Financial"The Art of Being Indispensable at Work is a must-read. Bruce Tulgan reminds us that seemingly small actions can make such a huge difference! Great concepts in a practical and pragmatic approach to becoming that 'go-to' person at work." — Vanessa Boulous, Chief Operations Officer, YMCA Retirement Fund"A must-read how-to guide for understanding the positive power of attitude, influence, teaming, collaboration, building professional relationships, and being a leader in developing a culture of excellence." — Kevin Jacobsen, Brigadier General, US Air Force, Retired; former 16th Commander (Special Agent), Air Force Office of Special Investigations; and Managing Director, Ernst & Young"Tulgan provides step-by-step instruction on building the relationships that drive success, as well as the answers to questions you didn't know to ask. With this guide, anyone can start building an upward spiral of real influence." — Kymberlee Dwinell, Director, Global Diversity and Inclusion, Northrop Grumman Corporation

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Book SynopsisBe Your Own Cheerleader is the first book to help Asian and South Asian women self-advocate and self-promote in Corporate America.The intention for Be Your Own Cheerleader is to help professional Asian and South Asian women—who have toggled between the two very different cultures of East and West—thrive in the workplace. When you are raised in the collective we, it is very difficult to make a name and place for yourself in the individual I. Not only are you unskilled in advocating for yourself, but you are also unsure of how to be proud of your work or accomplishments. Neelu Kaur’s analysis of various research is at the intersection of leadership and wellness, offering a cultural, psychological, and spiritual approach to rising as a leader while simultaneously addressing mental wellbeing. This is the first book to help Asian and South Asian women succeed in the North American workplace. Be Your Own Cheerleader is divided into three sections: Cultural, Psychological, and Spiritual. Each section is designed to give Asian and South Asian women different tools in their toolkit to be their own cheerleader at work.

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Book SynopsisAcclaimed YUM! Brands CEO and author of the New York Times best-selling leadership book, Taking People With You, David Novak, teams up with Jason Goldsmith, the coach to some of the world’s best PGA golf stars, to bring you groundbreaking lessons on personal growth and professional development. TAKE CHARGE OF YOU teaches you the secrets to self-coaching. Everyone could use a good coach to help them reach their full potential. Unfortunately, there just aren’t enough good ones to go around, and the ones that exist are often too expensive or sought-after for most of us to even consider hiring them. But that doesn’t mean you should go without! Your life is too important to leave your personal growth and professional development up to chance. Take Charge of You helps you define for yourself what you want out of life and give yourself what you need to succeed. Written by two highly successful coaches from the worlds of business and professional sports, this book provides a straightforward process that will guide you on your self-coached journey to success, including: Getting into a coaching mindset Using all 5 senses to spark your brain Visualizing success The practice of neutrality The action of belief, and more Chock full of stories, exercises, tips, and questions to ask yourself to spark insight, it’s designed to provide not just the knowledge you need, but tools you can use to create real, lasting change so you can lead a more fulfilling and successful life—now and well into the future.

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Book SynopsisMake the connections that will help you succeed—and advance faster.Networking doesn't stop once you've landed the job. Building a high-quality, diverse network is key to learning and growth, influencing others, and launching your ideas. But how do you move beyond small talk and cold emails to building a network that is strategic and effective, made up of authentic relationships?The HBR Guide to Smarter Networking will give you the tools you need to connect confidently, get your initiatives off the ground, and move up in your career.This guide will help you: Make great first impressions Connect better at conferences—in-person or virtual Reach out to find your next job Overcome obstacles to building your network Avoid networking burnout Keep your network healthy over the long haul Arm yourself with the advice you need to succeed on the job, with the most trusted brand in business. Packed with how-to essentials from leading experts, the HBR Guides provide smart answers to your most pressing work challenges.

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