Advice on careers and achieving success Books
Crown Richest Man Who Ever Lived King Solomons Secrets
Book SynopsisIn this short, powerful book, multimillionaire and bestselling author Steven K. Scott reveals King Solomon’s breakthrough strategies to achieve a life of financial success and personal fulfillment.Steve Scott flunked out of every job he held in his first six years after college. He couldn’t succeed no matter how hard he tried. Then Dr. Gary Smalley challenged him to study the book of Proverbs, promising that in doing so he would achieve greater success and happiness than he had ever known. That promise came true, making Scott a millionaire many times over. In The Richest Man Who Ever Lived, Scott reveals Solomon’s key for winning every race, explains how to resolve conflicts and turn enemies into allies, and discloses the five qualities essential to becoming a valued and admired person at work and in your personal life. Scott illustrates each of Solomon’s insights and strategies with anecdotes about his personal successes and failur
£18.90
John Wiley & Sons Inc The Power of a Positive Team
Book SynopsisA book about teams to help teams become more positive, united and connected. Worldwide bestseller the author of The Energy Bus and The Power of Positive Leadership shares the proven principles and practices that build great teams - and provides practical tools to help teams overcome negativity and enhance their culture, communication, connection, commitment and performance. Jon Gordon doesn't just research the keys to great teams, he has personally worked with some of the most successful teams on the planet and has a keen understanding of how and why they became great. In The Power of a Positive Team, Jon draws upon his unique team building experience as well as conversations with some of the greatest teams in history in order to provide an essential framework, filled with proven practices, to empower teams to work together more effectively and achieve superior results. Utilizing examples from the writing team who created the hit showTable of ContentsNo One Creates Success Alone 1 1 The Power of Positive 7 2 Positive Teams Create Positive Cultures 13 Create Your Culture 16 Culture Is Dynamic, Not Static 17 Make Your Bus Great 18 Make Your Culture a Priority 18 Invest in the Root 19 Decide to Be Vitamin C 21 The Power Is on the Inside 22 What Do We Want to Be? 22 3 Positive Teams Work Together toward a Shared Vision with a Greater Purpose 25 Shared Vision 28 Greater Purpose 28 Purpose-Driven Goals 29 Vision + Mission 31 Telescope and Microscope 32 Creating Billions and Winning Gold 32 The World’s Largest Family 34 The Table 35 Keep Your Vision and Purpose Alive 36 Make Your Vision and Purpose Come Alive 37 One Word 38 Make Sure Everyone Is on the Bus 39 Everyone Means Everyone 40 4 Positive Teams Work Together with Optimism, Positivity, and Belief 41 Stay Positive Together 43 Believe Together 44 Encourage Each Other 46 Feed the Positive Dog 47 Talk to Yourself 48 Replace Have To with Get To 49 Make the Next Opportunity Great 50 L.O.S.S. 50 Shark or Goldfish 52 Think Like Rookies 52 Defeat Murphy 53 Inside Out 54 Distort Reality 56 Fear or Faith 56 The Positivity Experiment 57 Don’t Stop Believing 59 The Best Is Yet to Come 60 5 Positive Teams Transform and Remove Negativity 63 No Energy Vampires Allowed 66 It Starts at the Culture Level 67 The First Step Is Transformation 68 Remove the Negativity 68 It’s Not Okay to Be Moody 70 Implement the No Complaining Rule 71 Weed and Feed 72 Positive Conflict 73 6 Positive Teams Communicate and Connect 77 Connection Is the Difference between Good and Great 80 It Starts with Communication 82 Where There Is a Void, Negativity Will Fill It 83 Fill the Void 84 One-on-One Communication 85 Why Don’t We Communicate? 85 On a Scale of 1 to 10 87 Listening Enhances Communication 88 Communicate to Connect 89 Team Beats Talent When Talent Isn’t a Team 89 Team + Talent 91 Team Building 93 It’s Worth It 97 Team Grit 99 7 Positive Teams Commit and Care 101 Play Your Notes 104 Team First 104 We before Me 107 Commitment Recognizes Commitment 109 Committing Makes Everyone Better 110 Serve to Be Great 111 Commit to Your Team 112 Do You Care? 113 Care More 114 Craftsmen and Craftswomen 115 You Can’t Fake It 116 8 Positive Teams Are Always Striving to Get Better 119 The One Percent Rule 122 Own the Boat 122 Elite of the Elite 123 Love and Accountability 124 Family and Team 125 Love Tough 127 Positive Discontent 127 Tell-the-Truth Mondays 128 Have the Difficult Conversations 129 Like versus Love 130 Forged in the Fire 132 9 We Are Better Together 133 Meraki 140 Are You a Real Team? 143 11 Thoughts about Teamwork 145 References 147 Let us help you build a Positive, United,and Connected Team 149 Power of a Positive Team Resources 151 Positive U 152 Other Books by Jon Gordon 153
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Pearson Education Brilliant Employability Skills
Book SynopsisFrances Trought has worked in Higher Education for the past 15 years both as an academic and in support of students developing their employability skills. She has worked with the following institutions: London South Bank University, Coventry University, University of East London and Pearson College London. Frances is currently the Head of Student Talent Development at Pearson College London, devising opportunities for students to develop their employability skills. She is also an Employability Consultant developing courses, delivering guest lectures and coaching students one to one. Frances has partnered with Shell UK Plc, Manpower and alumni to develop opportunities for students. Frances is passionate about employability and has 1,000+ followers on Twitter. Table of Contents Employability skills valued by employers Global business needs global graduates Employability in and out of the lecture theatre The job market Social media, jobs and you Career planning Finding a job Developing an employable you Communicating your employability Your employability journey
£13.49
Pearson Education Supercharged Teams
Book SynopsisPam Hamilton is considered a world expert on teamwork, including workshop design, facilitation, innovation, capability building and behaviour change. MD of Paraffin, Pam and her team lead global behaviour change programmes for the biggest companies in the world including Diageo, Unilever, GSK, ABI, Essity, BBC, ITV, Pernod Ricard, Tesco and others. Pam is also extending her work into the Public Sector, and is currently working intensively with Portsmouth City Council, Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea Council, The Royal Navy, and The Ministry of Housing on a number of public sector collaboration projects.Table of Contents 1. Why supercharge your team? 2. Choose your team 3. Find more time 4. What goals do you want to achieve? 5. Find your motivation 6. Agree what you will deliver, and when 7. Ways to work together 8. Dealing with conflict 9. Get support from leaders 10. Engage your stakeholders 11. Build a new culture 12. What do teams look like in the future? 13. Using Supercharged Teams and the 30 tools in your team
£15.29
HarperCollins Focus The New Science of Momentum
Book SynopsisLearn how to harness the awesome power of momentum!
£13.49
Pan Macmillan Rebel Talent: Why it Pays to Break the Rules at
Book SynopsisGreat stories, great science, and great practical advice about how, when, and why to break the rules' - Angela Duckworth, international bestselling author of Grit.Do you want to follow a script — or write your own story?Award-winning Harvard Business School professor Francesca Gino shows us why the most successful among us break the rules, and how rebellion brings joy and meaning into our lives.Rebels have a bad reputation. We think of them as troublemakers, outcasts, contrarians: those colleagues, friends, and family members who complicate seemingly straightforward decisions, create chaos, and disagree when everyone else is in agreement. But in truth, rebels are also those among us who change the world for the better with their unconventional outlooks. Instead of clinging to what is safe and familiar, and falling back on routines and tradition, rebels defy the status quo. They are masters of innovation and reinvention, and they have a lot to teach us.Francesca Gino, a behavioral scientist and professor at Harvard Business School, has spent more than a decade studying rebels at organizations around the world, from high-end boutiques in Italy’s fashion capital, to the World’s Best Restaurant, to a thriving fast food chain, to an award-winning computer animation studio. In her work, she has identified leaders and employees who exemplify “rebel talent,” and whose examples we can all learn to embrace.Gino argues that the future belongs to the rebel — and that there’s a rebel in each of us. We live in turbulent times, when competition is fierce, reputations are easily tarnished on social media, and the world is more divided than ever before. In this cutthroat environment, cultivating rebel talent is what allows businesses to evolve and to prosper. And rebellion has an added benefit beyond the workplace: it leads to a more vital, engaged, and fulfilling life.Whether you want to inspire others to action, build a business, or build more meaningful relationships, Rebel Talent will show you how to succeed — by breaking all the rules.Trade ReviewGreat stories, great science, and great practical advice about how, when, and why to break the rules. -- Angela Duckworth, author of GritIn this groundbreaking book, Francesca Gino shows us how to spark creativity, excel at work, and become happier: By learning to rebel -- Charles Duhigg, bestselling author of The Power of HabitFrancesca Gino is one of the world’s most productive and creative social scientists. And with this book, she shows that she’s also one of the most persuasive. She makes a powerful and convincing case that letting loose our inner troublemaker can open up new vistas of creativity and problem-solving power * Daniel H. Pink, New York Times bestselling author of When and Drive *Francesca has a very personal and self-aware approach to bridging the gap between the social norms that glue us together, and the acts of challenging those norms. The rebellious approach has led to great advances, and it also has led to abuse. She pushes us to allow for people who challenge what we do, but with a grounding in thinking about the use of power and status in our businesses and in our lives * Ed Catmull, President of Pixar and Walt Disney Animation Studios *Francesca Gino is the best kind of rebel: the one who doesn’t just break the rules, but invents a better way. In this enthralling, carefully researched book, she shows you how to become one—and unleash the inner rebel in others too * Adam Grant, New York Times bestselling author of Originals, and Option B with Sheryl Sandberg *To make an omelet, you gotta break some eggs’ is easy advice to give. Much more difficult is crafting a clear recipe—which eggs, when, how, blended with what?—for greatest success at it. Yet, this is precisely what Rebel Talent does for the process of breaking the rules optimally. As a result, I just ate it up -- Robert B. Cialdini, New York Times bestselling author of Influence and Pre-SuasionThis marvelous and mischievous masterpiece shows how to make useful trouble without getting yourself into (too much) trouble. Francesca Gino’s splendid weave of stories and studies unpacks why, when, and how to break the rules so you can do and lead more successful, challenging, and original work — while experiencing the incomparable joy of defying tired and tattered traditions (and proving their misguided defenders wrong). * Robert Sutton, Stanford Professor and author of The Asshole Survival Guide and Scaling Up Excellence *Table of ContentsIntroduction - Introduction: Marcia! Chapter - 1: Napoleon and the Hoodie: The Paradox of Rebel Status Chapter - 2: The Dog Named “Hot”: A Talent for Novelty Chapter - 3: The Vanishing Elephant: A Talent for Curiosity Chapter - 4: The Hudson River Is a Runway: A Talent for Perspective Chapter - 5: Uncomfortable Truths: A Talent for Diversity Chapter - 6: Coach Cheeks Sings the National Anthem: A Talent for Authenticity Chapter - 7: The Secret of Story: The Transformative Power of Engagement Chapter - 8: Becoming a Rebel Leader: Blackbeard, “Flatness,” and the 8 Principles of Rebel Leadership Chapter - Conclusion: Risotto Cacio e Pepe Section - Epilogue: Rebel Action Acknowledgements - i: Acknowledgements Section - ii: Notes Section - iii: Index
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Ebury Publishing Job Therapy
Book SynopsisWhen we think about changing jobs, we turn to traditional career advice that focuses on skills, qualifications, and interviewing techniques. We tend to ask ourselves, Do I want to move from a full-time to a part-time job? Do I want to leave my company and start my own business? But this line of thinking doesn't get to the heart of the problemwhy you've been so unhappy at work in the first place. What if, instead, we asked ourselves a different question: What psychological needs aren't being met now that need to be met in my next job?In Job Therapy, Dr. Tessa West helps you turn inwards to identify the psychological reasons why you are unsatisfied, whether you're having an identity crisis at work, your job has changed so dramatically you don't recognise it anymore, or you aren't receiving recognition for your contribution.Whether you've only just entered the workplace or considering your final move, Job Therapy will help you identify and land your
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Vintage Publishing Designing Your New Work Life: The #1 New York
Book SynopsisWe will spend up to 120,000 hours at work in our lifetimes.But how do we best use those hours? And how do we adapt to today's working world?'Life has questions. They have answers' New York Times_____________________________________From the #1 New York Times bestselling authors of Designing Your LifeWith this innovative and deeply empowering book, all of us can find answers to these challenging questions. It offers a fresh understanding of the politics and psychology of work and, by sharing the 'design thinking' principles that have been fuelling the growth of Silicon Valley, helps us to build a working life that is rewarding and meaningful.Designing Your New Work Life features updated creative tools to:Redesign your current jobOptimise your hybrid work and workspaceUp your communication gameAdapt to any disruptionLaunch your next career chapterTrade ReviewFor many of us working from home, advice on how to find meaning and joy is welcome when the daily commute is a walk downstairs and the movie Groundhog Day feels more like a documentary...the economic upheaval created by the pandemic will no doubt make this book an attractive proposition for many people now considering a radical change in lifestyle or just questioning what work is all about. * Financial Times *In a world where it seems almost revolutionary to love your job, these tools just might help you find a few more ways to like going to work * USA Today *A worthy successor to the authors’ previous work that also stands on its own, this should be an essential read for college students and might also become a hit on the lecture circuit. * Library Journal *Burnett and Evans address important matters including strength finders, growth mindsets, and the dynamics of power and politics in the workplace...helpful, clearly written, and relevant * Booklist *
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Mango Media The High Achievers Guide: Transform Your Success
Book SynopsisBe Authentic and Aligned in Your Life “It's never too late to pursue your dreams. Maki Moussavi guides us to take action and commit to the vision we have for our lives.” ―Robin Farmanfarmaian, CEO & cofounder of Applied Reality Overlays Are you successful but feeling stuck, restless or unfulfilled? Does your life look great on paper, but it’s just not enough? You’re making money, have a career and lifestyle that you thought you always wanted, but now you’re there and it’s not all you expected it to be. The High Achiever’s Guide shows you how to get that out of that rut, find your purpose, and get that something more that you are searching for. You have more power than you think. You have the power to rewrite the way you think and operate so that you can pursue what matters most. In this book you will get the tools, techniques and encouragement needed to create a meaningful life that you love. The High Achiever’s Guide can help you: Discover what isn’t working in your life and define what you truly want Rewrite your mental programming with intention Go after what you want with confidence Update your mindset model from traditional success to deeply personal fulfillment Experience authentic happiness From one high achiever to another. Maki Moussavi knows firsthand how it feels to be stuck in the rut of conventional success. A former corporate career professional, Moussavi's early life was filled with messages of working hard, chasing the dream, and making money. After creating the “success” that she’d been taught to value, she found herself questioning how she ended up feeling stuck, restless and unfulfilled. Through a journey of self-examination, she learned how to find her purpose and experience authentic happiness. Readers of books such as Authentic Happiness, The Motivation Manifesto, or The Big Leap, will love The High Achiever’s Guide.Table of ContentsPART 1: CONGRATULATIONS, YOU’RE A COMPUTER CHAPTER 1: You’ve Been Programmed CHAPTER 2: Toxic Fumes CHAPTER 3: Rinse and Repeat CHAPTER 4: Break the Chains PART 2: MEET YOUR OPERATING SYSTEM CHAPTER 5: To Achieve or Not to Achieve CHAPTER 6: How Fear Has Made You Its Bitch CHAPTER 7: The Illusions That Drive You CHAPTER 8: Don’t Just Pray. ROW the boat. CHAPTER 9: Anger and Other Not Awesome Motivators. PART 3: SYSTEM UPDATE CHAPTER 10: What Are You Worth? CHAPTER 11: Throwing Out the Baby with the Bathwater CHAPTER 12: Your Feelings Are Your Compass CHAPTER 13: What About Your Friends? CHAPTER 14: Stay in Your Lane CHAPTER 15: The Dangerous Allure of Conditions CHAPTER 16: Show Up and Use Your Words, FFS. PART 4: SMOOTH OPERATOR CHAPTER 17: See It. FEEL It. CHAPTER 18: Tenacious Is Your New Middle Name CHAPTER 19: Trust the Process CHAPTER 20: Who Cares, Anyway?
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Rockridge Press Understanding Body Language
Book SynopsisSCOTT ROUSE is a behavior analyst and body language expert. His extensive training, education, and practice of nonverbal communication have made Scott an expert and consultant to law enforcement and to the United States military, as well as to Fortune 500 CEOs, doctors, attorneys, executives, and entertainers.
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Icon Books Get Your Inbox Down to Zero: from How to be a
Book SynopsisIs your inbox overloaded? Feel like your email is controlling your life?You need the ninja way of email management!In this short ebook, an edited extract from Graham Allcott's acclaimed How to be a Productivity Ninja, you'll learn the simple skills to get your inbox down to zero - and keep it there, day after day. Following Allcott's straightforward advice, anyone - from a student to a Chief Executive - can keep on top of their messages and feel in command, calm and up to date. You'll learn to be ruthless, to separate thinking from doing, and how to make your email inbox work for you - and not the other way around!
£6.23
Transworld Publishers Ltd The Algebra of Happiness: The pursuit of success,
Book SynopsisFrom the New York Times bestselling author, a provocative book of hard-won wisdom for achieving a fulfilling career and life. - How can you have a meaningful career, not just a lucrative one?- Is a work/life balance really possible?- What does it take to make a long-term relationship succeed?- What can you do now so there are no regrets aged 40, 50 or 80? As Scott Galloway puts it, by the time you hit your mid twenties sh*t gets real. Life become stressful. Even the smart, the hard working and the elite can feel lost in a chaotic, noisy and unpredictable world. As a professor at New York University's Stern School of Business, the debate in Galloway's MBA class often veers away from business strategy to the challenging issue of life strategies. Which is why Galloway, in his signature, take-no-prisoners style, has developed a dynamic formula for a life well lived. In The Algebra of Happiness Galloway tells you how life can be navigated and negotiated better to maximise happiness and minimise the inevitable stress. Delivering practical advice and hard-won wisdom on everything from when to own property to how hard to work, this is self-help for anyone struggling with life's big questions. Through simple equations that measure the relationship between success, resilience and failure or the correlation between happiness and money, Galloway attempts to convert intangible advice to tangible equations.Trade ReviewThe Algebra of Happiness offers raw and vulnerable wisdom, delivered with heart. We all can learn from Galloway's mistakes and insights. * Derek Sivers, author of 'Anything You Want' *This book is required reading for everyone with a heartbeat. Scott delivers profound, hard-earned life lessons that will resonate with anyone who hasn't had their common sense surgically removed. * Eric Barker, author of 'Barking Up the Wrong Tree' *
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Cornerstone Common Sense Rules: What you really need to know
Book SynopsisDeborah Meaden is known to millions for her straight-talking, no-nonsense approach on BBC2's Dragons' Den, and in Common Sense Rules she shares insights and observations gleaned from a life lived in business. Some of them come from witnessing the successes - and the failures - of others. Many more, though, are drawn from her own business ventures. She shows, for example, how an early stint in a holiday park gave her a crash course in customer relations. She frankly and honestly analyses why her first enterprise, which started so promisingly, turned sour. And she explains why turning down a multimillion-pound offer for her chain of holiday parks was the best decision she ever made.As direct and to-the-point on the page as she is in the Den, Deborah Meaden is a superbly clear-sighted and experienced observer of business success, and her book is guaranteed both to inform and inspire.Trade ReviewA refreshingly sensible look at an area plagued by hype and mythology * Management Today *Many insights into what it takes to be a successful entrepreneur * Independent *For fans of straight-talking sass and common-sense wisdom * Harper's Bazaar *Common Sense Rules wages a war on business cliches and counters them with the simple truths that she says have guided her decisions * City A.M. *
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Networlding Publishing More Than My Title: The Power of Hybrid
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Double 9 Books Infinite Power For Richer Living
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John Murray Press Why Great Leaders Ask Great Questions
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Workman Publishing The Crossroads of Should and Must
Book SynopsisThere are two paths in life: Should & Must. We arrive at this crossroads over and over again, and every day. And we get to choose. Starting out or starting over, making a career change or making a life change, the most life-affirming thing you can do is to honor the voice inside that says your have something special to give, and then heed the call and act. Many have traveled this road before. Here’s how you can, too. #choosemust An inspirational gift book for every recent graduate, every artist, every seeker, and every career change. Trade Review"So much greatness and it's all right here!" Elizabeth Gilbert, author Eat, Pray, Love and The Signature of All Things "Elle's infectious enthusiasm will inspire you to do the boldest thing you can in life: be your true self." Evan Williams, co-founder Twitter; founder Medium "How to turn that invisible inner fire into fuel for soul-warming bliss is what artist and designer Elle Luna explores in her essay-turned-book The Crossroads of Should and Must: Find and Follow Your Passion — an intelligent and rousing illustrated manifesto that picks up where Campbell left off, in the spirit of Parker Palmer’s emboldening guide to letting your life speakand Debbie Millman’s visual-essay-turned-commencement-address on courage and the creative life" Maria Popova, Brain Pickings "Inspiring."The Miami Herald "This artist and author's inspiring advice might just persuade you to leave your day job."Shape Magazine “This was the most inspiring book I read in 2015. It's an illustrated, easy read based on a blog post that went viral, but the inspirational message it contains is very powerful. It's a must-read for anyone considering shaking up the status quo or following a dream and how to deal with the real-life consequences that follow."The Huffington Post
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W. W. Norton & Company The Stoic Challenge A Philosophers Guide to
Book SynopsisAncient Stoic insights combined with modern psychological research help us overcome—and even benefit from—everyday obstacles.Trade Review"Irvine is a warm and friendly Stoic, and one of the great guides through the subject. His congenial writing offers strategies for the anxiety-free, supple kind of sturdiness with which we should all be greeting ourselves and the world." -- Derren Brown, Mentalist, Illusionist and author of Happy"At this point, it’s helpful to turn to philosophy, which can fill the gap in tough times for people who are not religiously inclined... Recent and helpful books include... William Irvine’s The Stoic Challenge; all draw on original materials such as the Discourses of Epictetus and Meditations of Marcus Aurelius. One of the simple but powerful threads running through them is the need to separate what you can control from what you can’t control, and focus all your thoughts and efforts on the former." -- Ceri Radford, What to read to stay sane during the coronavirus pandemic. - The Independent
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Simon & Schuster Ltd The Leader Who Had No Title: A Modern Fable on
Book SynopsisRobin Sharma believes there are certain skills and attitudes that allow you to rise to extraordinary success. In his powerful new parable, he offers a story designed to help people from all walks of life to achieve great things. Blake DiFranco is down on his luck, trying to make ends meet. His job is unsatisfying, and he is disenchanted with the world around him. One day, an enigmatic family friend offers him a life-altering opportunity: spend a day studying with a mysterious group of teachers and learn the secrets of limitless success. Blake is sceptical, but something compels him to take the opportunity seriously. The next morning, he embarks on a journey to discover the true meaning of the LWT philosophy - Lead Without a Title. He is ushered through the lessons of the four teachers: Anna, a maid who shows him that every job can be done with passion; Ty, a surfer who reminds him how important it is to rise to the riskiest challenges; Jackson, a former CEO who shows him the value of relationships; and Jet, a masseur who proves that greatness begins within. Blake's world changes as the teachers make him realize his own potential to achieve greater things than he'd ever imagined. The book is packed with real-world lessons, catchy aphorisms and inspiring exercises that will help any business person realize extraordinary results. Sharma distils over fifteen years of working with high-performers to deliver real-world strategies and foster a winning mindset. Here are formulas that will build success amidst times of deep change and will help readers to make positive changes both at work and at home.
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Thomas Nelson Publishers I'll Make You an Offer You Can't Refuse: Insider
Book SynopsisWhat can a one-time mob boss teach you about how to run a business? I'll Make You an Offer You Can't Refuse, written by a former member of the Colombo crime family, promises an insider's view of the mob that will change the way you do business forever. The first thing you'll learn? Get a plan, work it hard, be smart, and surround yourself with people who know how to help you reach your goals--people like Michael Franzese.At the height of his involvement in the mafia, Franzese ran rackets that earned him millions of dollars every week. After serving his time, Franzese quit the mob and dedicated his life to making a positive impact on the world by sharing what he's learned along the way. Now, he's a consultant who has helped everyone from high-powered executives to small business owners learn how to make the most out of their businesses--and, more importantly, how to do it honestly. As one of the few who quit the mob and lived to tell his story, Franzese has a unique perspective on how the mafia does business. Packed with hard-won experience, street smarts, and just a pinch of philosophy, I'll Make You an Offer You Can't Refuse shares the professional advice (and the life lessons) that Franzese learned firsthand, including: The importance of cutting to the chase The value of having a good crew How to start learning from your failures The danger of bending the rules How to come out ahead in your negotiations Why you should lead with your brain instead of your mouth How to think about real success Business is business. Let your friend Franzese give you a tip or two about how to run yours better.
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John Murray Press Hell Week
Book SynopsisImagine your life as a straight line. Now imagine that you could break that line and leave behind all your regular habits and nagging doubts for just seven days. Hell Week shows how you can change your life''s path in a single week, replacing your old self with your best self, by going through a specially tailored (and totally safe) version of the elite military exercise where participants are pushed to the limit to find out just how much they can take. Hell Week is about defeating limiting beliefs and demonstrating that you are capable of far more than you ever thought - and maintaining that level of performance for the rest of your life.Norway native Erik Bertrand Larssen is many things: a veteran paratrooper who served in Bosnia, Kosovo, and Afghanistan, a successful entrepreneur, and a mental coach. He has helped catapult the success of countless high-achievers, including Microsoft and Stat Oil executives and Olympic medalists Martin Sundby an
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Quarto Publishing Group USA Inc Creative Endurance
Book SynopsisWith Creative Endurance learn how to reframe the obstacles of everyday life and work into exciting creative opportunities. Trade ReviewLucky reader, you are the beneficiary of Mike Schnaidt’s insatiable curiosity. I can’t think of many other books about creativity that include interviews with a nine-year-old and a seventy-six-year-old, a Black woman astronaut and a bank vice president. In Creative Endurance, Mike offers practical, digestible tips to help reenergize creatives—and just about anyone else who is feeling a bit blocked. -- Stephanie Mehta, CEO, Mansueto VenturesTable of ContentsFOREWORD INTRODUCTION PACK THESE TOOLS WHO’S WHOYour Day START MOVING, KEEP MOVING CARRY A NOTEBOOK SLOW DOWN YOUR RESPONSE TEDIOUS TASK? HIGHER PURPOSE BREAK A BORING ROUTINE RACE THROUGH DISTRACTIONS THE PITCH DOESN’T NEED TO BE PERFECT ONE (AND A HALF) THINGS AT A TIME DON’T TRY SO HARD UNLEASH YOUR CREATIVE POWER SUIT REST FOR GREATER SUCCESS END YOUR DAY ON TIME DON’T ALWAYS END YOUR DAY ON TIME SPRINT FASTER BY THINKING LESSYour Project BEGIN WITH RESEARCH COMBINE YOUR BEST IDEAS JUST. SAY. YES. BUT WAIT. DON’T ALWAYS SAY YES. BREAK BIG PROJECTS INTO SMALL PIECES SET SIMPLE GOALS THE CLIENT ISN’T ALWAYS WRONG THE CLIENT ISN’T ALWAYS RIGHT REVISIONS AREN’T THAT BAD PUT YOUR ERRORS ON TRIAL LEAN ON SOMEONE ELSE GIVE HONEST FEEDBACK MAKE A CASE FOR YOUR WORK PLAN FOR A WRENCHYour Job BE YOURSELF IN AN INTERVIEW NURTURE YOUR NETWORK NEW JOB? FRESH START BE DIRECT WITH A TOUGH BOSS PRESENTATIONS DON’T HAVE TO SUCK TAKE THE SCENIC ROUTE TO YOUR DREAM JOB HIRE PEOPLE YOU CAN HANG WITH DISCOVER YOUR CREATIVE HERO IMPOSTOR SYNDROME IS FUEL SMALL BUDGET? BIG OPPORTUNITY SPEND ALL YOUR MONEY! YOUR A-TEAM NEEDS AN X, A Y, AND A Z IT MIGHT BE TIME TO LET SOMEONE GO LOSING A JOB CAN BE GOOD FOR YOUYour Life TRUST YOUR TEAM CULTURE IS YOUR SUPERPOWER FEED YOUR VALUES ONE-UP YOURSELF RECRUIT A CREATIVE COPILOT DON’T TAKE LIFE SO SERIOUSLY LISTEN DEFINE YOUR MEASURE OF SUCCESS BUILD A SUPPORTIVE COMMUNITY REACH FOR THE PAST YOU DON’T HAVE TO WIN AN AWARD EXPERIENCE IS EVERYTHING BE PERFECTLY IMPERFECT MAKE AN IMPACT CONCLUSION INDEX ACKNOWLEDGMENTS ABOUT THE AUTHOR
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Simon & Schuster Ltd Winners Dream
Book SynopsisIn the pantheon of CEOs, few people have the visibility, charisma and hunger of Bill McDermott. His career is a classic story of ambition and drive: from the hard-knock streets of his youth in Long Island, to his first forays in business behind the counter of a deli he bought and then operated at the age of 17, to his extraordinary rise through the Xerox Corporation where he pleaded for his first job, to his emergence as the co-CEO of one of the most celebrated and admired global companies of our age. His stories - at turns hilarious and moving, but always inspiring - offer invaluable lessons in self-direction, management and leadership.
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Pearson Education Quiet Leader What you can learn from the power of
Book SynopsisSissel Heiberg is an introverted business leader with close to 20 years of governance experience in investment banking and financial services more broadly. She holds a BA in English and International Market Communication from Norway, her native country, an MA in International Business Management from Newcastle University, and an MSc in International Relations from London School of Economics. She's a qualified accountant (ACCA), holds the project management qualification PMP and is a Certified Internal Auditor. She recently left financial services to found Foss & Bjørn, a sensory jewellery company, where she is owner and Managing Director. She lives in East London with her fiancé and their baby son.
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Random House USA Inc Six Pillars of SelfEsteem
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Thomas Nelson Publishers How to Be a Lady Revised and Expanded
Book SynopsisIn this updated and revised edition, How to be a Lady is a helpful handbook that teaches women and young girls manners, attitude, appropriate dress, and social skills.Despite how different things are today, the principles of good manners remain the same. This resourceful book teaches ladies how to maintain patience and civility.In How to Be a Lady, some of the topics highlighted include: how to properly select clothing and get dressed for any occasion attending a party and hosting a party office manners and etiquette personal hygiene for women cell phone etiquette and how to conduct private conversations How to Be a Lady is a thoughtful gift for birthdays and graduations or for seasonal occasions such as easter baskets, stocking stuffers, and holiday gift giving. This version includes how to communicate, shop, and meet new people through cell phones and computer
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Penguin Books Ltd Beyond Order
Book SynopsisA #1 New York Times and Sunday Times bestsellerThe long-awaited sequel to 12 RULES FOR LIFE, which has sold over 10 million copies around the worldIn 12 Rules for Life, acclaimed public thinker and clinical psychologist Jordan B. Peterson offered an antidote to the chaos in our lives: eternal truths applied to modern anxieties. His insights have helped millions of readers and resonated powerfully around the world. Now in this much-anticipated sequel, Peterson goes further, showing that part of life''s meaning comes from reaching out into the domain beyond what we know, and adapting to an ever-transforming world. While an excess of chaos threatens us with uncertainty, an excess of order leads to a lack of curiosity and creative vitality. Beyond Order therefore calls on us to balance the two fundamental principles of reality - order and chaos - and reveals the profound meaning that can be found on the path that divides them.In times of instability and suffering, Peterson reminds us that there are sources of strength on which we can all draw: insights borrowed from psychology, philosophy, and humanity''s greatest myths and stories. Drawing on the hard-won truths of ancient wisdom, as well as deeply personal lessons from his own life and clinical practice, Peterson offers twelve new principles to guide readers towards a more courageous, truthful and meaningful life.Trade ReviewThe advice in Beyond Order reflects some new and painful awareness of mortality. But it was always Peterson's intimate, self-revealing style that made his life advice so powerful, so energising, and so hard to reduce to politics * Telegraph *A sui generis kind of personal trainer for the soul.... It's a good thing that there's space on the self-help shelves for a book as bracingly pessimistic as this one... Peterson offers an invaluable reminder that we're finite and inherently imperfect -- Oliver Burkeman * Guardian (Book of the Week) *Life-changingly inspirational * The Times *Full of sensible, humane advice, and shows he is still very much on top... The book is a validation of his own role; as he observes, being able to articulate what many people instinctively feel but can't articulate is a valuable role for a public intellectual -- Melanie McDonagh * Evening Standard *In telling us that life is suffering (as all major religions do) and that the goal is to find meaning rather than happiness, he does have something to say. ... wisdom combined with good advice. Peterson is at his best when telling stories of his clinical practice - he comes across as an empathetic non-judgmental listener -- Suzanne Moore * Telegraph *More trenchant life advice from the bestselling author of 12 Rules for Life... bound to be a bestseller * The Times *Reliably thought-provoking, often engrossing ... Peterson has a sharp eye for the vagaries of human nature, and he can be a compelling storyteller, especially when narrating his own experiences and those he has observed from life. There is a fair amount of wisdom in Beyond Order, of the kind that used to be called common sense -- Jenny McCartney * UnHerd *Part quest, part adventure, part lecture and part polemic... There's masses of passion, masses of wisdom and a deep, deep yearning for us all to seek the beauty, truth and meaning Peterson has sometimes glimpsed and is desperate for us to find. He has had tens of thousands of letters from people who say he has helped them to find it. How many writers can say they have done that? -- Christina Patterson * Sunday Times *[Peterson is] enlightening as a clinical psychologist... Peterson's rules are an attempt to locate people within society, to acknowledge the systems and structures that have long existed and, instead of seeking to tear them down, encourage his readers to find their most functional position within them -- Andrew Anthony * Observer *Beyond Order showcases Peterson's extraordinary gift for storytelling, as well as for extrapolating complex psychological themes and deriving lessons and meaning from them in ways lay readers can understand... A delight to read... Peterson is a world class communicator... Beyond Order is a compelling and ultimately life-affirming read for anyone willing to challenge their own ideas and face up to the untapped potential in their lives -- Greg Jameson * Entertainment Focus *Gratitude, he says, is "something in which you can discover part of the antidote to the abyss and the darkness". As I read this last line, I found myself saying "amen". And I realised what Jordan Peterson really is. He has suffered more than most of us. He has seen the abyss. And he has emerged from it not a top public intellectual but a highly driven, intelligent, complex and deservedly successful preacher -- Lucy Kellaway * Financial Times *[Beyond Order] has psychological value and if you want homespun common sense that is mixed with the wisdom of the ages then this is the book for you. The 12 new rules are clearly laid out with a mix of literature, mythology, philosophy, religion and psychology used to support the significance of each... It's worth reading to equip you to live a more purposeful and a more meaningful life -- Stella O’Malley * Irish Independent *'With Beyond Order, Jordan Peterson has given us an astonishingly illuminating look at the human condition. Rule by rule, he digs into the cornerstones of our psyche and culture as he seeks to explain why we behave the way we do' -- Hannah Gal * Quillette *Peterson is a deep thinker with tremendous powers of articulation and a captivating sense of wonder. A master storyteller, he draws on a multitude of sources, including his personal life, clinical practice and long marriage to enlighten readers about the fundamentals of human behavior and our civilization. Beyond Order is a call for action and self-improvement. It is a mind-blowing journey where the lessons learnt are lessons for life * The Jerusalem Post *
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Bloomsbury Publishing PLC A Visible Man: The Sunday Times bestseller and
Book Synopsis* AS HEARD ON STEPHEN BARTLETT'S DIARY OF A CEO * * THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER * A BBC RADIO 4 BOOK OF THE WEEK * ‘I wish he could be editor of the world!’ GRAHAM NORTON ‘Courageously truthful’ SALMAN RUSHDIE ‘Inspiring and fascinating’ BERNARDINE EVARISTO Edward Enninful has lived an extraordinary life. Here, for the first time, he shares the inspiring story of his journey, beginning in a childhood bedroom in Ghana overlooking firing squads, to arriving in 1990s London as an asylum seeker, to today setting the cultural agenda as the first Black editor-in-chief of British Vogue. His covers have changed our understanding of beauty and desirability. Featuring exclusively African models, first responders, global activists and the oldest cover star at age 85, they have also broken sales records. This is the story of how he did it. A Visible Man is the story of a husband, son, brother, friend – and icon. Taking us from the neon thrills of Soho clubs to nights spent on friends’ sofas, this is the story of Edward’s phenomenal grit and determination: through fame and failures, joy and loss, ill health and addiction, heartbreak and coming out. It’s the story of one man’s revolutionary mission to change how we see the world, showing how unwavering passion and perseverance can allow anyone to make their mark. --- ‘Enjoy it. Share it.’ IDRIS ELBA ‘Inspirational . . . and it’s not just for people in fashion’ CLAUDIA WINKLEMAN ‘One of the most inspirational books I’ve ever read’ CHRIS EVANS 'Edward Enninful is a pioneer’ ELIZABETH DAYTrade ReviewAnyone interested in what it takes, from a beautiful human being's point of view, to change an industry from within, should read this book. Edward offers an insight only he can -- Idris ElbaEdward Enninful inspires a whole new generation to show us anything is possible when you work hard with love and passion . . . This book is a revelation and shows the genius and strength of this wonderful, pioneering, legendary man of fashion -- Donatella VersaceI had so much fun reading A Visible Man. Edward, as always, speaks from his very large heart -- Grace CoddingtonHis absorbing self-portrait gives us profound insights into growing up black and gay in Ghana, London, and in the fashion media . . . It’s a terrific and, I think, important book -- Salman RushdieWhat fun! -- Kate MossEdward’s story is a true beacon of inspiration, hope and change for the better. He has blazed a path for so many to follow, which sadly had never been possible before -- Claudia SchifferEdward’s journey is a lesson for the culture and future generations to come -- Naomi CampbellAn inspiring and fascinating memoir about an extraordinary man who has become a major global changemaker . . . He writes about the highs and lows of his life and career with an admirably honest self-awareness about his own vulnerabilities . . . [and] a deep understanding of what it takes to succeed when you are considered an outsider -- Bernardine EvaristoInspiring, entertaining, ground-breaking -- Munroe BergdorfI knew very little of Edward Enninful's life before reading his new memoir. What a story! A fairytale that never shies away from the harsh realities of contemporary life. I wish he could be editor of the world!' -- Graham NortonEdward’s book is the proof that you that you can have a beautiful soul, an extraordinary eye, and a loving heart… and confirms that showing vulnerability can be inspiring and glamorous! -- Diana von FurstenbergEdward Enninful is not just a local hero but a globe icon -- Steve McQueenEdward is carrying out important work, leading change, and challenging the obsolete elements of the fashion system, while never disrespecting the legacy and the goals that fashion has achieved -- Giorgio ArmaniA remarkable book’ -- Krishnan Guru-MurthyThe memoir — beautifully written and compelling — depicts the story of a shy, studious boy from a conservative, high-achieving family whose talent and drive propelled him from nowhere to the top of the fashion world . . . He is a serious man, on a serious mission; complacency is not in his vocabulary * Irish Examiner *What a book . . . I inhaled it . . . Inspirational . . . The book is wonderful . . . and it’s not just for people in fashion -- Claudia WinklemanWhile his achievements (and friendship with Rihanna) are the reason to pick up his memoir, the real treat is in his come-up story, which he tells with honesty, heart and plenty of juicy details – qualities that are still all-too-rare in fashion * Guardian Australia: 15 Great Celebrity Memoirs *
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Penguin Books Ltd Rest
Book Synopsis"Take a break and read Rest: you'll make smarter decisions, have better relationships, and be happier and more creative" James Wallman, author of Stuffocation Do you regularly find yourself too tired after a long day at your desk to do anything other than binge TV, or scroll mindlessly through social media? Do you go on holiday and still compulsively check your email? Do you work through your lunch-break, often not even leaving your desk to get some fresh air? For most of us, overwork is the new norm, and we never truly take the time to rest and recharge. But as Silicon Valley consultant Alex Soojung-Kim Pang explains in this groundbreaking book, rest needs to be taken seriously and to be done properly, because when you rest better you work better. Drawing on emerging neuroscience, Rest is packed with easy practical tips for incorporating rest into our everyday: - Go for a long walk to stimulate and sustain creativity - Schedule delibTrade ReviewTake a break and read Rest: you'll make smarter decisions, have better relationships, and be happier and more creative. * James Wallman, author of 'Stuffocation' *An incredibly timely read - for this moment in history, but also in my own increasingly rest-starved life. This might be the book to finally persuade us that downtime isn't in conflict with good work; rather, it's an essential ingredient of it. -- Oliver Burkeman, Guardian columnist and author of 'The Antidote'If work is our national religion, Pang is the philosopher reintegrating our bifurcated selves -- Arianna Huffington * New York Times Book Review *Alex Soojung-Kim Pang shows us how much more productive we can be by spending less time in noisy open-plan offices . . . It should be compulsory reading for office managers everywhere -- Katie Law * Evening Standard *Read this book, and you'll see how time off helps us learn and create better -- Ferran Adria, 3-Star Michelin chef and founder of El BulliWant to be creative and get more done? We used to think only hard work was the answer. This beautifully researched book debunks the "work till you drop" myth by describing how intentional rest is crucial for being your best. Drawing on a wide range of sources, including neuroscience, the arts and psychology, Rest will fundamentally change the way we see work in the years to come. Give it to your boss! Give it to your work-obsessed spouse! Give it to your frazzled office buddies! A new paradigm of work is emerging and this fascinating book will be an indispensable guide -- Peter Fleming author of 'The Mythology of Work'I love Rest. It places rest back on the pedestal it so clearly deserves and generously points out - through great stories and acute insight - things to reflect on and build into our own lives. * Rohan Gunatillake, Founder of Mindfulness Everywhere and creator of the bestselling buddhify app *Good books are interesting and valuable; but the best books reframe the way you see the world, getting you thinking differently about everyday situations and assumptions. Rest does just that. With a fascinating combination of research and historical examples, your view of rest - as what you do when you are not working - is turned upside down. A thoroughly enjoyable, insightful and life-enhancing book. * Tony Crabbe, International Business Psychologist *In his Fascinating, well-researched and highly readable new book, Dr pang makes an excellent case for the critical importance of rest in our lives. You will consider how and why you rest in a completely new light after reading this book. * Wendy Suzuki, Professor of neural Science and Psychology, author of Healthy Brain, Happy Life *It's high noon for the global economy's thinking class, who are locked in a losing battle for clarity in a crowded, clickable world. This book is a science packed call to arms: it's time to claim rest as a right and pay close attention to the needs of our beleaguered brains. * Anthony Townsend, author of Smart Cities *You're holding some terrific advice in your hands on the virtues of walking, napping, and playing. Pang has written a delightful and thought-provoking book on the science of restful living. * Clive Thompson, author of Smarter Than You Think *Pang offers original and often inspired ideas * San Francisco Chronicle (on The Distraction Addiction) *Amusing and edifying * Washington Post (on The Distraction Addiction) *Skeptical without pandering to technophobia or neuroscience * The New Yorker (on The Digital Distraction) *
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Penguin Books Ltd Good People
Book SynopsisGood people are your organization''s most critical asset. But what does it really mean to be good?In this groundbreaking book, Anthony Tjan leads a movement to change the way we think about goodness, redefining it as a lifelong, proactive commitment that can be exercised, honed and taught.Packed with practical advice, Good People features interviews with extraordinary innovators, executives, artists, academics, and role models from all walks of life, including Harvard Business School dean Nitin Nohria, Supreme Court justice Sonia Sotomayor and the late master jazz musician Clark Terry.Establishing a new language and framework you can use to evaluate, develop and lead with goodness, Anthony Tjan explains why choosing to work with good people is the only business decision that really matters.''An important book reminding us of the need for leadership to move beyond the individual to the culture of an organization'' Dominic Barton, managingTrade ReviewGood People is the rare book that is both a meditation and a road map. Its advice will help leaders at every level mentor the goodness in others and bring out one's own best self * Daniel H Pink, author of DRIVE and TO SELL IS HUMAN *Good People lends an insightful look at how leadership and culture based on strong values translate into long-term success * Tony Hsieh, author of DELIVERING HAPPINESS and CEO of Zappos *An important book reminding us of the need for leadership to move beyond the individual to the culture of an organization * Dominic Barton, worldwide managing director of McKinsey & Company *Good People not only gives us practical ways to incorporate goodness into our daily lives, it also makes the case for why this is the key to a life of meaning, purpose, and fulfillment * Arianna Huffington, founder and CEO of Thrive Global and founder of THE HUFFINGTON POST *Good People forces readers to thoughtfully consider the people that make the enterprise....a must read for any lifelong student of leadership * General (ret.) STANLEY McCHRYSTAL, coauthor of TEAM OF TEAMS *
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Penguin Books Ltd How to Get Your Act Together
Book Synopsis''Obligatory reading for anyone - straight, white and male or otherwise - who wants to do better but doesn''t know where to start.'' - People Management''A pivotal guide for going from awareness to action in creating a more diverse and inclusive workplace and society.'' - Marc Benioff, CEO of Salesforce--------EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO CREATE AND LEAD AN INCLUSIVE, DIVERSE TEAMThe business case for diversity and inclusion is clear - it drives innovation, profit and employer brand. But how can male white leaders help implement this change? There''s no denying it''s difficult - perhaps you feel left out of the conversation, afraid to make mistakes, and confused about the evolving language of diversity and inclusion.In this practical guide, leading diversity specialists Felicity Hassan and Suki Sandhu OBE teach you how to create an inclusive environment for your employees and have educated conversations about diversity, navigating what can sometimes be tricky territory with humour and heart.--------''A must-read and a powerful call to seize the opportunity that lies in embracing and celebrating people for who they are.'' - Richard Branson, CEO & Founder of The Virgin Group''It takes a good deal of self-awareness and continuous learning to really ingrain the behavioural changes that are needed. This book holds up a mirror and then guides us - skilfully and persuasively - to the actions we all need to be taking.'' - Alan Jope, CEO of UnileverTrade ReviewSuki Sandhu and Felicity Hassan make a compelling case why creating more diverse and inclusive workplaces is everybody's business. How To Get Your Act Together is a must-read and a powerful call to seize the opportunity that lies in embracing and celebrating people for who they are. * Richard Branson, Founder, Virgin Group *There is no finish line when it comes to creating a more equal, fair and just world. How To Get Your Act Together is a pivotal guide for going from awareness to action in creating a more diverse and inclusive workplace and society. * Marc Benioff, Chair and CEO, Salesforce *The magic of diversity is that it protects us from our blind spots and drives innovation - it makes all of us stronger. This book offers ways to help you embrace what people can do and how they think, rather than where they were born and what they look like. * Ajay Banga, Executive Chair, Mastercard *Successful businesses rise on the shoulders of talented employees who are confident bringing their authentic selves to work. This book is a valuable guide for enabling leaders to take action to ensure they can. * Beth Ford, President and CEO, Land O’Lakes, Inc. *Diversity and inclusion are the gateways to stronger teams and better performance. Fact. But it takes a good deal of self-awareness and continuous learning to really ingrain the behavioural changes that are needed. This book holds up a mirror and then guides us - skilfully and persuasively - to the actions we all need to be taking. * Alan Jope, CEO, Unilever *Obligatory reading for anyone - straight, white and male or otherwise - who wants to do better but doesn't know where to start. * People Management *Hassan and Sandhu present a blueprint for positivity that shows how business interests and operations can dovetail neatly with social change and diversity goals...a study in business transformation, it only requires an open mind and heart from business leader readers who seek to make their workplace better than 'average'. * Midwest Book Review *
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Little, Brown & Company Do What You Are Discover the Perfect Career for
Book SynopsisDo What You Are -- the bestselling classic that has helped more than a million people find truly satisfying work -- is now updated for the modern workforce. With the global economy''s ups and downs, the advent of astonishing new technology, the migration to online work and study, and the ascendancy of mobile communication, so much has changed in the American workplace since this book''s fifth edition was published in 2014.What hasn''t changed is the power of Personality Type to help people achieve job satisfaction. This updated edition, featuring 30% new material, is especially useful for millennials and for baby boomers experiencing midlife career switches, and even those looking for fulfillment in retirement. The book leads readers step-by-step through the process of determining and verifying Personality Type. Then it identifies occupations that are popular with each Type, provides helpful case studies, and offers a rundown of each Type''s work-related strengths and weaknesses.Focusing on each Type''s strengths, Do What You Are uses workbook exercises to help you customize your job search, get the most out of your current career, obtain leadership positions, and ensure that you achieve the best results in the shortest period of time.
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Little, Brown Book Group Willpower Doesnt Work Discover the Hidden Keys to
Book Synopsis''Benjamin Hardy is one of the leading voices on well-being and productivity. Willpower Doesn''t Work is an insightful guide to help us thrive in today''s world'' Arianna HuffingtonIf you''re relying on willpower alone to help you lose weight, improve your relationships or achieve more at work, you''re doomed to fail. The environment around us is far too powerful, stimulating, addicting and stressful to overcome it through sheer determination. Willpower, grit, being positive - basically, all the tools you''ve been told are the keys to creating lasting change in your life - are insufficient in this high-paced, information-overloaded world we live in. The only way to stop just surviving and learn to truly thrive in today''s world is to proactively shape your environment. That''s the premise of Willpower Doesn''t Work, by organisational psychologist and Medium''s most-read self-help guru Benjamin Hardy. Building on copious existing research, Trade ReviewIf you want to get more done, don't worry about willpower - focus on motivation. Challenging the dominant view of self-control as a muscle, Benjamin Hardy reveals that productivity is really about clarity and commitment -- Adam Grant, New York Times bestselling author of Originals and Give and TakeTo get things done, we don't need willpower, only the power to begin doing it. Benjamin Hardy explains that mindfulness of context is more important, and that by consciously shaping your context, you have the greatest opportunity for personal growth -- Ellen Langer, international bestselling author of Mindfulness and author of over 200 research articlesAs Seneca once said, 'Life without a design is erratic.' Benjamin Hardy is one of my favorite young writers because he shows interesting and effective ways to organize and design our lives so that we can live and be how we wish -- Ryan Holiday, bestselling author of The Obstacle is the Way and Ego is the EnemyIn an age when few people think deeply about life, Benjamin Hardy is the exception. Read this book if you want to be better -- Jeff Goins, bestselling author of The Art of WorkBenjamin Hardy is one of the most read writers on Medium.com for good reason. He accomplishes something rare: the ability to blend practical actionable advice with a compelling voice. You're always better for having read something he's written * Srinivas Rao, creator of The Unmistakable Creative and author of Unmistakable *Benjamin Hardy leaves you feeling inspired - like you have no choice but to commit to what you believe you should do -- Richie Norton, bestselling author of The Power of Starting Something StupidI am fascinated by all things performance. Everything Benjamin Hardy writes challenges me to stretch a little further and dig a little deeper -- Joe Jacobi, Olympic Gold Medalist and Performance ConsultantUncommonly thoughtful: that's what I think of when I read Benjamin Hardy's work. Get this book and you'll better understand how to be who you truly want to be -- Jimmy Soni, editor of the Observer and author of Rome's Last CitizenBenjamin Hardy is one of the leading voices on well-being and productivity. Willpower Doesn't Work is an insightful guide to help us thrive in today's world -- Ariana Huffington
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Transworld Publishers Ltd Make Time
Book SynopsisJake Knapp (Author) Jake Knapp is cofounder and general partner at Character Capital and a New York Times bestselling author. Previously, he helped build Gmail and Microsoft Encarta, cofounded Google Meet, and was a partner at Google Ventures. He lives on Orcas Island in Washington state.John Zeratsky (Author) John Zeratsky is cofounder and general partner at Character Capital and a New York Times bestselling author. Previously, JZ was a design leader for YouTube, Google Ads, and FeedBurner, a startup which was acquired by Google in 2007, and was a partner at Google Ventures. He lives in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Together, Jake and JZ are the authors of Sprint, Make Time and Click, and the creators of the Foundation Sprint and the Design Sprint. They have helped more than 300 teams design new products and bring them to market, including those at Google, Microsoft, YouTube, Slack, Uber, and One Medical Group. Their methods for innovation and rapid collaboration have been adopted by Airbnb, Amazon, LEGO, MIT, Mercedes-Benz, Harvard Business School, the University of Oxford, and many other organizations.Trade ReviewAs someone obsessed with time and how to spend it wisely, I loved this fun and useful book. Not your normal productivity fare. * Ev Williams, founder of Medium and Twitter *Make Time is a charming manifesto - as well as an intrepid do-it-yourself guide to building smart habits that stick. If you want to achieve more (without going nuts), read this book. * Charles Duhigg, bestselling author of The Power of Habit and Smarter Faster Better *Too often, we get bogged down in the demands of each day and struggle to find time for what really matters. In this powerful book, Jake Knapp and John Zeratsky explain how small changes in the design of our days can give us more time for the people and activities that energize and fulfil us. Make Time is essential reading for anyone who wants to create a happier, more successful life. * Gretchen Rubin, bestselling author of The Happiness Project andThe Four Tendencies *I defy you to read this book and not come away with ideas that make you happier and/or more effective in accomplishing what you want in life. It's smart, entertaining and packed with field-tested insights. * Dan Heath, bestselling co-author of The Power of Moments and Switch *Time is the single biggest ingredient for creative work. Time to focus, time to experiment, time to master creative skills. Make Time provides ways for each of us to find new reserves of that precious commodity. It is an excellent guidebook for taking control of the design of your life. * Tim Brown, CEO of IDEO and author of Change by Design *Make Time is practical and engaging, offering tips on everything from designing your day to the benefits of cutting out cable news and eschewing plane Wi-Fi in favour of time away from work.' * Harvard Business Review *A unique and engaging read about a proven habit framework [that] readers can apply to each day. * Insider, Best Books to Form New Habits *
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Penguin Putnam Inc Hard Lessons from the Hurt Business
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Duckworth Books A Woman in Your Own Right
Book SynopsisA fully updated 40th anniversary edition of the pioneering handbook for female assertiveness an indispensable guide to getting what you wantTrade Review'The classic assertiveness bible... You might be better off with A Woman in Your Own Right than any of the modern girlboss manuals that claim to be able to transform you wholesale into a kickass corporate woman' Rhiannon Lucy Cosslet, Guardian'We’ve made giant strides towards equality over the decades, but... this advice is even more pertinent today' Linda Kelsey, Daily Mail'As important as it ever was’ Angela Neustatter'The bible for anyone who wants to get their voice heard… invaluable' Lesley Garner
£10.44
John Wiley and Sons Ltd The Little Book of Being Brilliant
Book SynopsisTable of ContentsForeword Thinking Allowed Part 1: Welcome to the Pleasure DomeIn which we poke fun at the ‘human race’ and modernity, what with its busyness, infomania and musterbation. Part 2: The Human Operating SystemTinkering under the bonnet of the human being we find out how the science of positive psychology can super-charge our lives. Part 3: The 3Rs (Relationships, relationships & relationships)Some solutions, happiness hacks and easy wins to improve your work and home life. Part 4: What Next for Homo Sapiens?Mind blowing stuff about consciousness and the nature of thought. Part 4 seeks to cement the learning from parts 1-3 and embed new thinking until it’s grooved in. Part 5: Yogi, BooBoo and the HomosStretching the trilogy to a fifth part. Really? The missing link.
£9.49
Pan Macmillan The Ten Toughest Leadership Problems
Book SynopsisDr Katie Best is the founder and director of Katie Best Associates, a leadership development consultancy that works with executives, senior leaders and business owners at companies including KPMG, EY, Goldman Sachs, Barclays, Verizon, Oxfam, the NHS and many others. In addition, she is a visiting fellow at the London School of Economics, where she heads the MBA Essentials executive education programme, and a visiting research fellow at King's College London.
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Simon & Schuster Ltd Decoding Greatness
Book SynopsisThe game-changing approach to success that will transform the way you master new skills and generate creative ideas. Learn how to work like top performers and use reverse engineering to unlock your full potential. ‘An eye-opening, fast-paced read that will transform the way you approach your next project’ – Shawn Achor For generations, we've been taught there are two ways to succeed - either from talent or through practice. In Decoding Greatness, award-winning social psychologist Ron Friedman illuminates a powerful third path – one that has quietly launched icons in a wide range of fields, from artists, writers, and chefs, to athletes, inventors and entrepreneurs: reverse engineering. To reverse engineer is to decode what works for others and learn how to apply those same methods and strategies to develop your own unique ideas and projects. Exploring what lies beTrade Review'A much-needed handbook for learning how success really happens. Read this book if you want to upgrade from working hard to actually producing results that matter.' -- Cal Newport, the New York Times bestselling author of Digital Minimalism and Deep Work'Ron Friedman brilliantly illuminates how experts in every field use reverse engineering to jumpstart their thinking and spark innovation. Decoding Greatness is an eye-opening, fast-paced read that uses the unexpected success stories of athletes, artists, innovators, entrepreneurs, and even criminal masterminds. Clear, concise, and backed by the latest science, it’s a rare combination of entertainment and enlightenment that will transform the way you approach your next project.' -- Shawn Achor, New York Times bestselling author of The Happiness Advantage and Big Potential'Great innovators have one thing in common. They all cracked the code. In his riveting new book, Ron Friedman shows how history’s most creative minds unlocked the potential of reverse engineering, and more importantly, how to apply that process strategically in today's most competitive fields. Filled with compelling, unforgettable stories, Friedman shows how disruptive innovations in technology, sports, art, and business have shaped our world where future innovations can be found.' -- Marshall Goldsmith, New York Times bestselling author of Triggers, Mojo, and What Got You Here Won’t Get You There
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Kogan Page How to Write a Business Plan
Book SynopsisBrian Finch is an independent consultant, with considerable experience of preparing and delivering effective business plans, as well as advising others on their preparation of winning material. He is the author of Effective Financial Management, also published by Kogan Page. He is based in London, UK.
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Berrett-Koehler Publishers Flux: 8 Superpowers for Thriving in Constant
Book SynopsisDiscover eight powerful mindset shifts that enable leaders and seekers of all ages to thrive in a time of unprecedented change and uncertainty.Being adaptable and flexible have always been hallmarks of effective leadership and a fulfilling life. But in a world of so much—and faster-paced—change, and an ever-faster pace of change, flexibility and resilience can be stretched to their breaking points. The quest becomes how to find calm and lasting meaning in the midst of enduring chaos. A world in flux calls for a new mindset, one that treats constant change and uncertainty as a feature, not a bug. Flux helps readers open this mindset—a flux mindset—and develop eight “flux superpowers” that flip conventional ideas about leadership, success, and well-being on their heads. They empower people to see change in new ways, craft new responses, and ultimately reshape their relationship to change from the inside out. April Rinne defines these eight flux superpowers: Run slower.See what''s invisible.Get lost.Start with trust.Know your “enough.”Create your portfolio career.Be all the more human (and serve other humans).Let go of the future. Whether readers are sizing up their career, reassessing their values, designing a product, building an organization, trying to inspire their colleagues, or simply showing up more fully in the world, enjoying a flux mindset and activating their flux superpowers will keep readers grounded even when the ground is too often shifting beneath them.
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Cornerstone Power Hour: How to Focus on Your Goals and Create
Book Synopsis'A habit-forming work of genius' STYLIST'Adrienne is here to motivate and encourage us all' FEARNE COTTON________________________________The Power Hour message is simple: taking an hour for yourselves and your aspirations isn't selfish or impossible, it's essential. This book will show you how to harness the first hour of your day in order to achieve your goals - whether those are starting a business, getting fit or pursuing your passion - before the rest of the world wakes up and starts competing for your attention. Most importantly, it will make you realise that it is always possible to make a change and create a life you love.Stop waiting for the right time, or for more time. Start with just one hour today.________________________________'Bursting with ideas' INDEPENDENT'Read this book' EMMA GANNON'A bible' EVENING STANDARD'Invaluable' MARIE CLAIRE'A must-read' GLAMOUR'Hugely inspirational' LAUREN ARMES'Authentic' VOGUE'I love this book' JAKE HUMPHREYTrade ReviewAdrienne is here to motivate and encourage us all. This book will help us get the best out of ourselves.—FEARNE COTTONAdrienne's energy, enthusiasm and knowledge has had a huge impact on me, both physically and mentally. Read this book, follow her work and you will feel like you have your own personal mentor.—EMMA GANNON, author of The Multi-Hyphen MethodI love this book ... Power Hour changed my mindset, energised me, and meant every day started positively.—JAKE HUMPHREY, host of High PerformanceA bible for making the most of your mornings to make steps towards achieving your goals, big or small.—Evening StandardA handbook to help you make the most of that hour, sharing the tools needed to improve your mindset, hone your habits and find focus and purpose . . . Adrienne's voice is an authentic one, gained over years of graft and determination . . . Her can-do attitude is inspiring.—VogueShares invaluable insight into seizing life with both hands and making the most of it ... Jam-packed full of helpful - and realistic - tips and tricks to help you boost your positive mindset, pursue your passions, and build a life you love.—Marie ClaireA habit-forming work of genius.—StylistPower Hour is here to give you the energetic inspiration and practical guidance you need to achieve your goals in 2021. A must-read for the new year, Power Hour is full of motivating tools and actionable advice that will help you to make the year ahead your best yet.—GlamourBursting with ideas about making the most of the first hour of your day, pursuing your passions and achieving your goals ... Upbeat and inspiring.—IndependentAdrienne Herbert's new book Power Hour combines her own life experiences along with lessons shared by athletes, writers and theorists from her hit podcast series of the same name, to inspire others to take time for themselves and focus on the life they want.—Happiful
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Hodder & Stoughton Relentless: 12 Rounds to Success: WINNER AT THE
Book Synopsis__________Out now: the knockout number one bestseller by Eddie Hearn. Find out about success and mindset, by one of boxing's most respected and influential promoters. WINNER AT THE SPORTS BOOK AWARDS *The Sunday Times Number One Business Bestseller*'Relentless fizzes with Hearn's work ethic' - Financial Times__________What does it take to succeed? What is the mindset required to be the best? How do you stay at the top of your field? How do you come back from failure?Eddie Hearn knows what it takes. In his remarkable career, Hearn has worked alongside some of the biggest names in sports entertainment and has seen first-hand the grit and relentless determination that it takes to succeed.Structured around the key skills that Eddie Hearn values the most, this book looks at his business, life, and the drive to succeed. Covering subjects such as discipline, passion, preparation, motivation and failure, this book shows you what it takes to get the most in your life and career.In this insightful and revealing book, Eddie talks about the highs and lows of his career - from negotiating a billion dollar boxing deal to selling out Wembley for the Joshua Klitschko fight - and draws the valuable lessons that we can learn from boxing's toughest performers.__________'Arguably the world's most powerful boxing promoter' - Financial Times'The most powerful man in British boxing' Business Insider'Eddie Hearn has been at the forefront of boxing's resurgence' GQ'The biggest promoter in boxing' Square Mile__________The perfect book for when life deals a knockout blow, an invaluable guide about making the most from life, drawn from the hard-won lessons of one of the most successful boxing promoters in the world.
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John Murray Press 100 Things Successful People Do: Little Exercises
Book SynopsisEXPANDED EDITION FEATURING 10 BRAND NEW CHAPTERS: THE 10 THINGS SUCCESSFUL PEOPLE NEVER DO** 100 THINGS SUCCESSFUL PEOPLE DO: NOW AN INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER!** TRANSLATED IN 20 LANGUAGES WORLDWIDE'Inspiring and practical' MARSHALL GOLDSMITH, bestselling author of TRIGGERSYOUR GUIDE TO CREATING A SUCCESSFUL LIFE100 Things Successful People Do is your guide to successful living. Mixing simple instructions with activities to get you started, whether you are looking to succeed in your family life, at work, in sports, at school or in retirement, you will find mindsets, habits, and techniques here that will help you get the results you want.100 Things Successful People Do is packed with great ideas for working smart and living well, all carefully chosen to help you achieve any kind of success you can imagine. You will discover the habits that are common to successful people and find out how to use them in your own life.Every chapter features a new idea that will help you get closer to your goals. Mixing simple descriptions with activities and exercises, you will learn the optimal mindset and habits you need to succeed in work and life.And this expanded edition now features a brand new section revealing the 10 things that successful people never do.
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John Murray Press Credible: The Power of Expert Leaders
Book SynopsisWINNER OF THE 2023 SOCIETY OF BUSINESS EDITORS AND WRITERS' AWARD IN MANAGEMENT AND LEADERSHIPWhat makes a leader credible?Who would be an expert in a world where expertise is under siege? Hard-won know-how and experience seem to count for nothing in the eyes of everyone from high-profile business leaders to populist politicians. But what evidence do we have that this perception is right? Amanda Goodall has been asking this question for the last twenty years. Her research has taken her from boardrooms and F1 race tracks to hospitals and higher education. She has proven time and again that, when it comes to top performance, we need people - especially bosses - with the expertise that only comes from a deep understanding of the worlds in which they operate.That's what makes the people around them feel happier, better appreciated and more productive.In Credible, Goodall identifies the key characteristics of expert leaders and provides a model for career development and success based on going deep into a business, working hard and knowing your stuff. We all want to be led by people we can relate to and trust, people who have the credibility to make us want to follow them. When it comes to credible leadership, expertise really matters.Trade ReviewIn her clear and invigorating book, Amanda Goodall lays out an essential message for our times: The very best leaders are those who are experts in what they are leading. If you've had nagging suspicions about the idea of generalist, all-purpose leaders, this well-researched book will validate your concerns. If you're currently a leader, aspire to be a leader, or are responsible for selecting and assessing leaders, Credible is a must-read -- Donald C. Hambrick, Evan Pugh University Professor and Smeal Chaired Professor of Management, The Pennsylvania State UniversityCredible provides a fascinating insight into the amount and kind of expertise required by different leaders. Anyone in a senior leadership position should read this book and consider the implications for their own performance -- Lord Gus O'Donnell, former Head of the UK Civil Service and Permanent Secretary of the UK TreasuryCredible is engaging and powerful. With many vivid examples from a range of industries and settings, Amanda Goodall shows how two essential qualities of our species that we evolved to manifest - leadership and expertise - must actually be reflected within both for-profit and not-for-profit organisations -- Nicholas A. Christakis, Sterling Professor of Social and Natural Science, Yale UniversityBased on years of renowned research, Credible convincingly demonstrates the superiority of organizations led by experts. A must-read for everyone interested in improving leadership in any type of commercial or public organization -- Marcel Levi, former chairman and chief executive of University College London HospitalsCredible explains why organisations work when experienced people are given responsibility to make wise decisions independently. This has been a key factor in building Handelsbanken for over 150 years -- Carina Akerstrom, President and CEO, HandelsbankenThe analysis in support of expert leaders is extremely convincing and supported by many real-world examples. This piece of work will become a reference for future generations regarding the selection of the best leaders in health care and other fields -- Major-Général Marc Bilodeau, Surgeon General, Canadian Armed ForcesDeep expertise has been much maligned in recent years. In her insightful and well-researched book, Credible, Goodall offers a wealth of evidence to remind us how and why expertise matters. Read this book to learn to put the power of expertise to work for you and your organization -- Herminia Ibarra, Charles Handy Professor of Organisational Behaviour at London Business School and author of ACT LIKE A LEADER, THINK LIKE A LEADERCredible offers conclusive proof that leaders with expert knowledge of their company's product and methods make more informed and better decisions -- Keith Griffiths, chairman and global principal designer, AedasThis book presents many enlightening instances of the successes of companies with expert leaders and the failures of companies with generalist managers who had little or no knowledge of, nor experience with, their company's core business. A convincing argument that a company's success requires leaders to have specific industry expertise -- Library JournalA persuasive argument about the need for expertise in leaders . . . Citing many examples in areas such as health care, manufacturing, sports, and technology, Goodall has found that expert leadership leads to success . . . Well-grounded arguments for effective leadership -- Kirkus Reviews[A] cogent treatise . . . The stories of corporate and political folly enrage, and the case for how organizations can promote and reward expertise by fostering 'informed dissent' and granting line managers 'freedom and responsibility' is well made. This spirited defence of specialists convinces -- Publishers Weekly
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Rowman & Littlefield Lessons for Nonprofit and Start-Up Leaders: Tales
Book SynopsisLessons for Non-Profit and Start-Up Leaders: Tales from a Reluctant CEO uses the experiences of a real company, Community Connections, to bring to life the practical dilemmas that an organization founded on a mission and guided by a set of ideals must confront and solve if it is to thrive. With no business or financial background, Maxine Harris and her partner Helen Bergman grew a tiny startup into a $35 million business. Through trial and error, they learned how to manage finances, hire staff, overcome barriers, and adapt to changing business models. In Lessons for Non-Profit and Start-Up Leaders, Harris shares her insights, struggles, and mistakes with the goal of helping others who may be starting and running non-profit organizations. She spells out the ways in which creativity, tenacity, and the power of relationships helped her and her partner overcome barriers that often cause start-ups to flounder in their first years of operation. In a humorous and novel twist, the book engages the reader with a series of original fables, each tailored to introduce a business dilemma in the language of “make-believe.” Michael O’Leary provides commentary that places the stories and case studies from Community Connections into a broader context, making the lessons accessible to anyone working in the non-profit or startup sector.Trade ReviewHarris, cofounder of D.C.-based nonprofit Community Connections, and O’Leary, a professor of leadership at Georgetown University’s McDonough School of Business, team up to examine the challenges of establishing a new organization in this informative and thorough exploration. The authors take an unusual approach to their topic by starting each chapter with a fairy tale 'from our collective imagination' that colorfully illustrates a specific business hurdle, such as learning how to hire the right people, overcoming obstacles, or winning over stakeholders. These stories receive titles such as 'A Fable to Reach the Sky,' 'The Magic Ring,' and 'Crossing the Woods.' Each fairy tale is followed by a case study that shows how Community Connections dealt with the issue at hand. By using Community Connections as the sole source for their case studies, the authors impart to readers a solid understanding of how one organization met its challenges. While many business books provide examples from multiple companies in the name of breadth, seldom do readers have the opportunity to explore a sole organization in such depth. * Publishers Weekly *Harris and O’Leary present an interesting, practical guide to the challenges of creating a new organization. They use their experience as a case study, and the book’s eight brief and easy-to-read chapters provide an experiential perspective on the issues the authors faced and the imaginative ways in which they accepted and overcame them. From their original idea to the integration of their creativity, managerial expertise, and organizational leadership, they cleverly, without the lists, charts, and formalities traditionally associated with books of this type, draw on their experiences with the Community Connections endeavor to engage readers in their story and to introduce, illustrate, and blend the application of contemporary organizational theory, principles, and practices into a model for organizational success and sustainability. Although the book is oriented around the not-for-profit business format, the principles and practices used to grow from a start-up organization to a thriving, multimillion dollar, influential company are equally applicable to all entities. Anyone with an entrepreneurial interest will find this a unique, useful introduction and overview. Summing Up: Recommended. Upper-division undergraduates through professionals. * CHOICE *The fables and Case Studies make Lessons for Non-Profit and Start-Up Leaders an entertaining and thought-provoking read and the lessons identified and the solutions delivered are insightful. While these solutions may not work for all situations they offer several options to consider. Overall an interesting and entertaining presentation of the challenges that Maxine faced as CEO and a useful look into how nonprofit businesses see their role. * Oz Rhodes *This is a tale documenting a journey of discovery. The primary author, Maxine Harris, tells a very personal story describing the challenges she encountered in transforming an idea into a highly successful nonprofit organization. Finding that an ever-increasing number of decisions have to be made as the organization increases in size, she realizes that she is the one who has to make them. She discovers that the leadership skills she acquires along the way change her role from that of founder to CEO. The two authors of this book serve as mentors willing to offer essential lessons on what it takes to become an organizational leader. -- Grace Budrys, PhD, Professor Emerita, Sociology and MPH Program, DePaul UniversityAs the CEO of a large not-for-profit organization, the topics that the book covers are the ones that keep CEO’s up at night. The insights and recommendations are focused and meaningful. And I love the fables. -- Kenneth A. Samet, President & CEO, MedStar HealthFor anyone looking to understand and master the art of starting and building a sustainable not-for-profit organization, “Tales From A Reluctant CEO “ is a must read book for you. The combination of deep knowledge, vivid case studies and sage advice that only comes from thirty years of being in the role of CEO will get you to the level of insight found in this new and compelling book by Maxine Harris. Writing with whimsy (fables for each lesson), personal stories, and countless “how to’s” make it a valuable and compelling read. Enjoy "sitting at the side" of and looking over the shoulder of Maxine as she recounts her story and many lessons, and you’ll forever be a better leader. -- James Owen Mathews, Vice Chairman, Healthy Companies InternationalMaxine Harris has written a book that helps navigate an all too common dilemma which has not been addressed enough - the Non-Profit which is created to do good, but must also learn to be a business in order to survive. This is especially common in healthcare. As a woman entrepreneur who has run both for profit and non-profit organizations, this book resonated with my experience. I wish I'd had this book to read when I was first starting out. -- Rebecca Fishman, president, Florida Investment Group, LLCAs someone who's been on the founder's journey, reluctant (or not), I can honestly say Lessons for Nonprofit and Start-Up Leaders is a terrific book for someone thinking about starting a business with a purpose. I really enjoyed the fables, the stories and the wisdom that comes from someone who has lived the friction of real experience. Thanks for the honest reflection on the trials and triumphs of the start-up! -- John Lock, serial entrepreneur, investor and former Market Leader of Global B2B Training at KaplanWhat could be better than a book of fables and stories that also tells the compelling history of a remarkable organization. In their thoroughly engaging and imaginative book. Harris and O'Leary have managed to find just the right blend of theory, practice story, and insight to help any reader navigate the problems inherent in building an organization from the ground up. -- Eric Haseltine, PhD Futurist and author, Former Executive Vice President, Walt Disney ImagineeringTable of ContentsTable of Contents Introduction Every Organization Has a Culture of Its Own: The Beginnings of Community Connections How to Make an Idea Come Alive: Inspiration, Thinking It Through, and Making It Happen Power, Authority, and Responsibility: Who’s in Charge Around Here? Hiring: People to Help with the Work Barriers to Solving Problems: There Must Be a Way Around This Engaging the Outside World: Is Anyone Out There? The Importance of Self- and Organizational Awareness: Taking a Hard Look Preparing for the Future: What’s Next? Conclusion
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Booklocker.com Your Money, Your Life: Principles of Financial
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Ebury Publishing Tools of Titans: The Tactics, Routines, and
Book Synopsis#1 New York Times BestsellerThe latest groundbreaking tome from Tim Ferriss, the best-selling author of The 4-Hour Workweek.From the author: “For the last two years, I’ve interviewed nearly two hundred world-class performers for my podcast,The Tim Ferriss Show. The guests range from super celebs (Jamie Foxx, Arnold Schwarzenegger, etc.) and athletes (icons of powerlifting, gymnastics, surfing, etc.) to legendary Special Operations commanders and black-market biochemists. For most of my guests, it’s the first time they’ve agreed to a two-to-three-hour interview, and the show is on the cusp of passing 100 million downloads.“This book contains the distilled tools, tactics, and ‘inside baseball’ you won’t find anywhere else. It also includes new tips from past guests, and life lessons from new ‘guests’ you haven’t met.“What makes the show different is a relentless focus on actionable details. This is reflected in the questions. For example: What do these people do in the first sixty minutes of each morning? What do their workout routines look like, and why? What books have they gifted most to other people? What are the biggest wastes of time for novices in their field? What supplements do they take on a daily basis?“I don’t view myself as an interviewer. I view myself as an experimenter. If I can’t test something and replicate results in the messy reality of everyday life, I’m not interested.“Everything within these pages has been vetted, explored, and applied to my own life in some fashion. I’ve used dozens of the tactics and philosophies in high-stakes negotiations, high-risk environments, or large business dealings. The lessons have made me millions of dollars and saved me years of wasted effort and frustration.“I created this book, my ultimate notebook of high-leverage tools, for myself. It’s changed my life, and I hope the same for you.”
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