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Book SynopsisDo you want to know what it takes to make change and create solutions? Discover the model to meet the unprecedented challenges unique to the decade ahead and make a remarkable impact on people’s lives.To overcome the radically different challenges of inequity, division, and scarcity of resources that will only increase in the future, the most successful and valuable leaders are those with the traits to be rebuilders.As the founding president of Social Venture Partners International, a global network of social innovators, entrepreneurs, philanthropists and more, Paul Shoemaker is here to connect you to the people, ideas, and organizations that matter.Shoemaker profiles 38 rock star rebuilders so you have a model to follow, including Peter Drucker Award winner Rosanne Haggerty, whose goal is to end chronic homelessness; Trish Millines, who has changed lives for kids of color in high tech; and David Risher, whose cross-sector approach is help

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Book SynopsisMeet your next crisis head on and come through it stronger than ever by using the hard-earned strategies and core principles from Marc Polymeropoulos, a highly decorated, 26-year operations officer with the CIA.

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Book SynopsisPrepare to be inspired by the story of Delane Parnell, the unlikeliest of CEOs now leading a gaming empire at the center of the booming, multimillion-dollar esports industry.Trade Review'Ahead of the Game is a truly refreshing startup story that vividly chronicles the rise of a scrappy company in a thriving industry. It's also a moving, beautifully written portrait of a founder whose story--and whose reach--extends far beyond Silicon Valley.' * Christine Lagorio-Chafkin, author of We Are the Nerds *'A dramatic startup tale from Detroit to Los Angeles--but more than that, the fascinating life story of a truly inspiring entrepreneur.' * Steve Case, co-founder of AOL and CEO of Revolution *'A great read about a great founder--and so much more. More so than almost any other book out there, Kevin Ryan's enthralling Ahead of the Game gets at the precise stuff about how an entrepreneur succeeds and all that such a journey requires.' * Jon Fine, author of Your Band Sucks *'A journey through the trials and tribulations of a young man who has defied all the odds in business and life. Delane's story is a tribute to his courage, drive, and will to make it while surrounded by a series of seemingly insurmountable obstacles. It's an inspiration to all who seek to improve their lot in life.' * Michael Ovitz, investor and co-founder of Creative Arts Agency *'A must-read for anyone interested in entrepreneurship or the booming esports business.' * Jeff Bercovici, Los Angeles Times deputy business editor and author of Play On *'As thrilling and addictive as any video game out there.' * James Ledbetter, former editor-in-chief of Inc. *'Kevin Ryan has created a fantastic reading cocktail: one part biography of a truly original character, one part crystal ball into the future of sports, one part primer on digital-era entrepreneurialism--and all parts entertaining!' * Gary Belsky, former editor-in-chief of ESPN The Magazine *'Never less than engrossing. This is a remarkable tale, told with a brio that matches its subject.' * Don Aucoin, coauthor of Last Lion: The Fall and Rise of Ted Kennedy *'The wonder of Kevin Ryan's work here is the way he effortlessly reinvents a classic tale--the triumph over the odds--for the golden era of video games. In fact, Ahead of the Game chronicles three triumphs for the price of one: the rise of an unlikely entrepreneur, the birth of a high school gaming team, and the explosion of esports itself. Make that four triumphs.' * Devin Gordon, author of So Many Ways to Lose *

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Book SynopsisBecome a next generation leader---rich in emotional and social intelligence and orchestrating outstanding collaborative results---by mastering these eight status quo-shattering paradoxes.Trade Review'This book unlocks the secrets that make effective leaders so successful. They balance traits that seem paradoxical yet explain why others want to follow them. This is a must-read for any leader who wants to flourish in today's complex marketplace.' --Maxwell, Best-selling author, Founder of John Maxwell Company * 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership *''We're not experiencing an era of change, but a change of era.' This is one of many powerful statements in this book about leading in a complex age. As you digest this content, your leadership will soar to a new level. God knows we need leaders who are courageous and willing to practice the paradoxes that make them uncommon.' --Anne Beiler, Founder of Auntie Anne Pretzels, Author, Speaker * Founder of Auntie Anne Pretzels *'The Eight Paradoxes of Great Leadership is an insightful and practical guide for leaders who want to grow their impact and influence and do it in an authentic and effective way. Tim Elmore's perspective on leadership is grounded in both his own experience from building a dynamic organization as well as closely observing a number of other outstanding leaders. I highly recommend this book.' --Tim Tassopoulos, President and COO, Chick Fil A * Chick Fil A *'Humility and confidence. Vision and blind spots. High standards and gracious forgiveness. Effective leaders stand out because they are able to juggle seemingly contradictory traits like these to lead their teams well. Tim Elmore tells us how. I recommend this book to anyone who wants to become a leader worth following.' --Andy Stanley, Author, communicator, Founder, North Point Ministries * North Point Ministries *'If you appreciate nuance, in this book, Tim Elmore unpacks superb examples of brilliant paradoxical leadership and then leads you to clear application. If you don't yet appreciate nuance I recommend you start, and start right here with The Eight Paradoxes of Great Leadership.' --Bob Taylor, Founder and President, Taylor Guitars * Taylor Guitars *'Leadership is really, at its core, a paradox -- or a set of paradoxes. Tim Elmore captures eight of these paradoxes in an engaging, entertaining, and enlightening read that is sure to both encourage and challenge you and your teams. As our world begins the difficult task of emerging from a global pandemic, we are in urgent need of the Great Leadership that Tim describes here.' --Dave Katz, President of Coca Cola Bottling Company Consolidated'Over the years, our managers and coaches have noticed a change in our players. These changes require better leadership from all of us who call ourselves leaders. For quite a while, we've benefited from Tim Elmore and his insights into leading the next generation. These Eight Paradoxes are a prime example of what we need to do in order to succeed. I recommend this book highly.' --Dayton Moore, General Manager, Kansas City Royals * Kansas City Royals *'So much has been written about leadership today but often, it simply fails to describe the confusing complexity of what it really takes to lead in ways that uplift others, transform outdated approaches, and guide individuals and entities to thrive. Addressing what's needed most - particularly all the paradoxes involved in becoming a truly great leader, Tim Elmore's book examines brand new ground, helping us balance the seemingly contradictory traits leaders need to embody. Tim's decades of hands-on experience growing leaders -- from young adults to highly accomplished C-suite executives -- gives him a powerful lens for teaching us how to balance confidence and humility, visibility and invisibility, personal interrelationships with collective connection, teaching while being the student, and finally, timeless integrity with immediacy and relevance. If you want to be a leader who leaves a positive legacy, don't miss this book.' --Kathy Caprino, Forbes journalist, Author and Life Coach * Forbes journalist, Author and Life Coach *'Today's workplace is different than it was in the past. Team members are more educated and expect more of leaders than they did when I started my career. The Eight Paradoxes in this book address these complexities and offer doable solutions for leaders today. This book is practical, insightful and fun to read.' --Hector Padilla, Executive Vice President -- Outside Sales and amp; Service, The Home Depot * The Home Depot *'Who would have thought that leadership today requires we balance apparent contradiction? But that's exactly what Tim Elmore suggests in this insightful book. Balancing humility and confidence; vision and blind spots, high standards and gracious forgiveness. If you'll apply the paradoxes in this book, it will transform your leadership.' --Gene Smith, Director of Athletics, Vice President, The Ohio State University * The Ohio State University *'The Eight Paradoxes of Great Leadership is a must read for all leaders--whether they are beginning their careers or already leading organizations. At a time when employees yearn for leadership that embodies social and emotional intelligence this book will help you think differently about what it means to be an impactful leader in today's workplace.' --Camye Mackey, Chief People Officer, Diversity and Inclusion, Atlanta Hawks * Atlanta Hawks *

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Book SynopsisThe global COVID-19 pandemic forced everybody to rethink how they operate and the role that digital plays in business and in our lives. While digital may have been top of mind for many businesses, the pandemic made it essential, not just to interact and sell products and services, but as a way to meet the critical needs of your business.More than ever, people are looking for experiences, not products. And not just any experiences—but real ones that turn transactions into engagement and materialism into experimentalism. The pandemic has changed our view of the world, shifted us away from consumerism, and made us appreciate the basic human needs of finding balance and focus. In this new era, customer experience is not just a digital experience, but a perfect combination of real life and digital interaction. It could be a meditative museum experience combining art with augmented reality, or an entertaining shopping experience at a mall with omnichannel support in a virtual

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Book SynopsisFinally, a user’s guide for people with entrepreneurial brains and those that work with or have family members with them.Trade Review'A brilliant exploration of what it takes to use your creative off-kilter entrepreneurial mind to manage success in business and in life. Jeff Hays hits it out of the park with this essential guide to being a successful entrepreneur.' * JJ Virgin, CNS, CHFS, Celebrity nutrition and fitness expert and four-time New York Times bestselling author *'Why do fast thinkers tend to procrastinate? When do big-picture leaders play too small? And how can you harness your own genius of creativity, in business and life? Jeff Hays brilliantly explores the paradise and paradox of the entrepreneurial brain, in all its maddening and glorious contradictions.' * Sally Hogshead, New York Times bestselling author of Fascinate *'Essential reading for anyone aspiring to, or already engaged in, and entrepreneurial venture of any kind, anywhere, The Entrepreneurial Brain: How to Ride the Waves of Entrepreneurship and Live to Tell About It is thoroughly 'reader friendly' in style, organization, and presentation. Impressively comprehensive, exceptionally insightful, The Entrepreneurial Brain is an important and highly recommended pick for community, corporate, and academic library Business/Entrepreneur collections and curriculum studies lists. It should be noted for the personal reading lists of MBA students, academia, entrepreneurs, corporate executives, business managers, and non-specialist general readers.' * Midwest Book Review *'Finally, a guide for entrepreneurs who want to thrive in both business and in life. In The Entrepreneurial Brain, Jeff Hays shares valuable (and actionable) advice for entrepreneurs on how to become more effective. His book covers everything: your money, your relationships, your sanity, and much, much more. I highly recommend this book to anyone who is looking to understand the mind of an entrepreneur or for any entrepreneur looking to increase or expand their capabilities.' * Joe Polish, founder of Genius Network *'If you want to know how to create outcomes from failure, create value from relationships, and use your creative mind to thrive, then The Entrepreneurial Brain is for you. Jeff Hays uses everything he's learned in business and from his mentor to help you master your entrepreneurial mind. This is more than a book: it's a how-to guide for success.' * Garrett Gunderson, Wall Street Journal bestselling personal finance author of Killing Sacred *'The Entrepreneurial Brain gives you the counterintuitive brilliance of an accomplished entrepreneur, Jeff Hays, who shows you how to use your gifts (even ones you may not realize you have) efficiently and powerfully.' * Naomi Whittel, New York Times bestselling author of Glow15 *'The Entrepreneurial Brain will not only fascinate you; your time reading it will pay you back over and over again for the rest of your life. Get it today.' * Patrick Gentempo, CEO of Action Potential Holdings *'This remarkable book will show you how to take the big risks that pay off, and how to avoid the costly mistakes that can lead you to lose everything.' * Dr. Kellyann Petrucci, New York Times bestselling author of Dr. Kellyann’s Bone Broth Diet and host of the PBS special 21 Days to a Slimmer, Younger You *

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Book SynopsisIn The Ultimate Guide to Developing Leaders, Maxwell teaches everything leaders need to know about how to develop leaders in their team or organization.

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Book SynopsisNew York Times bestselling author John C. Maxwell says the difference between successful and unsuccessful people doesn’t have to do with innate ability. Discover how anyone can grow to reach their full potential.

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Book SynopsisBuild trust and achieve high performance in your business by redefining team culture.Have you ever been on a team where the talent was strong, but the team wasn’t very good? On the flip side, have you ever been on a team where not every single member was a rock star, but something about the team just worked? In this book, corporate consultant Mike Robbins dives deep into the ways great businesses build trust, collaborate, and operate at their peak level. As an expert in teamwork, leadership, and emotional intelligence, Mike draws on more than 20 years of experience working with top companies like Google and Microsoft, as well as his baseball career with the Kansas City Royals. And, while each team and organization have their own unique challenges, goals, and dynamics, there are some universal qualities that allow teams to truly come together and thrive. The book’s core principles include facilitating an environment of psychological safety, fostering inclusion and belonging, addressing and navigating conflict, and maintaining a healthy balance of high expectations and empathy. Throughout, Mike shares powerful exercises and tools he’s successfully utilized in the keynote speeches, group sessions, and corporate retreats that he delivers, so that you and your team can communicate more authentically, give and receive feedback with skill, and create deeper connections. “Mike Robbins shares tangible techniques that leaders and teams can use to excel, backs up his ideas with important research, and provides a road map for creating a team environment of personal connection and optimal performance.”— Tom Rath, New York Times best-selling co-author of How Full is Your Bucket?

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Book SynopsisMark C. Crowley is a recognized visionary in workplace management, engagement and culture. www.markccrowley.comTrade Review· This book is a testament to the wisdom of ignoring the well-meaning advice of experts who too often look backwards to formulate strategies for the future. Had Mark C. Crowley listened to an expert who told him to stop writing about the heart—about the role of emotion—in leadership, this wonderful book would not exist, and those of us who study or practice leadership would be the poorer as a result. Engaging, searingly honest, and deeply researched, Lead From The Heart is destined to be a classic. - Amy C. Edmondson, Professor of Leadership and Management, Harvard Business School; author of The Fearless Organization · This expanded and updated edition of Lead From The Heart gives us fresh, profound, and compelling insights into the importance of leading from the heart, not just the head. Mark C. Crowley also shares with us very concrete, practical advice on how to do it. An indispensable companion for today’s leaders. - Hubert Joly, former Chairman and CEO Of Best Buy, author of The Heart Of Business · Mark C. Crowley’s classic Lead From the Heart has already earned its spot at the top of the leadership booklist. Now his second edition offers new research, new perspectives, and new examples that will motivate a new generation of leaders to listen to that most essential of voices: the one that comes from within. - G. Richard Shell, Thomas Gerrity Professor, the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania; best-selling author of The Conscience Code · University of Massachusetts Global (formerly Brandman University) Doctoral students have embraced Mark C. Crowley’s innovative leadership thesis for over a decade. Lead from the Heart is a core textbook in our Doctor of Education (Ed.D) program and is an essential resource for students. As was true with his original, this new edition is a highly engaging and accessible book filled with practical tools for leaders interested in advancing their transformational leadership effectiveness. To underscore the impact Lead From The Heart has had on our program, several of our doctoral students are currently participating in research to explore how its leadership principles are used by executive leaders to produce extraordinary results in their organizations. - Marilou Ryder, Ed.D., Professor of Education, University of Massachusetts Global · The world is finally coming to see that leaders who authentically care for their people, while remaining focused on performance, repeatedly excel. For more than 40 years, I’ve personally seen how a workplace culture that intentionally honors and trusts its employees is rewarded with sustainably great performance. In Lead From The Heart, Mark C. Crowley shares the science that explains why people respond so positively to this kind of leadership and teaches management practices proven to have significant business impact by putting employees first. - Dr. Jim Goodnight, Co-Founder & CEO, SAS · Being a caring leader has often been conflated with weakness. But if we’ve learned anything from the COVID pandemic, not to mention the ‘Great Resignation,’ the best managers intentionally lead with heart. Mark C. Crowley’s book is a masterful guide on how to lead people in a way that naturally inspires their commitment and productivity. - Dan Cable, Professor of Organizational Behavior, London Business School; author of Alive at Work and Exceptional · Learn the true keys to successful leadership in Lead from the Heart! Filled with inspiring stories, practical advice, and years of tried-and-true methods, Mark C. Crowley uniquely explains how to inspire your team and practice a people-first approach to leadership. Learn from the best—a must read! - Dr. Marshall Goldsmith, Thinkers50 #1 Executive Coach; New York Times best-selling author of Triggers, Mojo, and What Got You Here Won’t Get You There · A decade and counting . . . A highly recommended and true account of how leading with our hearts can have the greatest impact on those around us. Our faculty has taught our students the transformational lessons from Mark C. Crowley’s book for ten years, and his heartfelt and inspirational examples make leadership more relatable and applicable in today’s complex world. This book is intentional and a must read if you want to change your trajectory in leading. - Scott Lewis, MBA, Senior Lecturer of Strategic Leadership, Northern Arizona University

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Book SynopsisTrade Review“A how-to guide that offers grace to the human experience by reminding you that life may catch you off guard, but you can bounce back and even fly forward.” — Jay Shetty, #1 New York Times best-selling author of Think Like a Monk “A moving read about finding the magic in messy moments and taking charge of your life.” — Regena Thomashauer, New York Times best-selling author of Pussy and founder of the School of Womanly Arts“If you’re someone who feels that life just isn’t going your way, read this book. Dr. Neeta lays out actionable tools for overcoming obstacles and building your resiliency so you can get that extra push toward your dream.” — Vishen Lakhiani, New York Times best-selling author of The Buddha & the Badass“In this moving read, Dr. Neeta combines her personal experience and lessons from helping thousands of others. She offers a well-rounded perspective on overcoming grief, loss, and hardships that’s sensitive to the human experience while encouraging you to find your strength and the magic in the mess.” — Melissa Ambrosini, best-selling author and host of The Melissa Ambrosini Show “This book is FANTASTIC and a powerful asset to keep nearby when you’re going through a sticky situation. Each chapter is filled with so much magic. As an author myself, I always love learning from other experts and Neeta sure is one to talk about!” — Natasha Graziano, Wall Street Journal best-selling author of Be It Until You Become It, host of the Law of Attraction podcast with Success magazine “I met Neeta once and my life changed forever. The next best thing to her being in your orbit is this book.” — Codie Sanchez, serial investor and entrepreneur and founder of Contrarian Thinking “A powerful handbook for anyone rebuilding themselves after life-altering moments to fly forward.” — Jim Kwik, New York Times best-selling author of Limitless“That Sucked. Now What? is a must for anyone who feels like the world has knocked them down or derailed plans: a simple approach to create an action plan for dusting yourself off and reframing the story you’re telling yourself.” — Lisa Nichols, New York Times best-selling author of No Matter What! and founder of Motivating the Masses, Inc.“If you’re ready to find magic in your mess and reclaim joy during the chaotic ‘life happenings’ that we all go through, then this is the book for you. Dr. Neeta captures the duality of hard times to fly forward past the moments that sucked.” — Mark Groves, founder of Create The Love and host of The Mark Groves Podcast “In this book, Dr. Neeta offers applicable tools to foster resilience after facing adversity. It is a great read for anyone who wants to learn to move past hardships and failures and come out stronger on the other side.” — Nawal Mustafa, cognitive neuroscientist and mental health expert @TheBrainCoach “Dr. Neeta shows you how you can take your challenging moments and turn them into inspiration to fly forward.” — Marisa Peer, therapist, international best-selling author of Tell Yourself a Better Lie, and founder of Rapid Transformational Therapy “Life is unpredictable and having a book like this helps you navigate moments of uncertainty with compassion, strength, and humor. Dr. Neeta has a magical gift of being able to ground and draw lessons from the messy experiences in life. This book feels like the comfort from a dear friend and years of coaching all in one.” — Sahara Rose, best-selling author of Discover Your Dharma and host of the Highest Self Podcast“Finally, a book that’s clear yet FUN, relatable, and actionable. I can sit back, sift through any page, move past tough human moments with ease and grace.” — Miki Agrawal, best-selling author of Do Cool Sh*t and founder of TUSHY and THINX“Dr. Neeta shows you how your heartbreaks, failures, and disappointments can provide beautiful opportunities for transformation.” — Selena Soo, creator of Impacting Millions“Dr. Neeta delivers an honest and refreshing look at how to take radical responsibility and align with your greatest purpose and power, in the midst of life’s greatest challenges (or suckiest moments).” — Alyson Charles, best-selling author of Animal Power: 100 Animals to Energize Your Life and Awaken Your Soul and host of Ceremony Circle Podcast“Dr. Neeta has an unparalleled ability to offer bite-sized and easily digestible examples of how to overcome any challenge. She shares her own lessons with candid vulnerability so you can be empowered to grab the steering wheel and move through roadblocks with ease and grace. She walks her talk and I would follow her anywhere.” — Jenna Phillips Ballard, co-founder of Ascension Leadership Academy and creator of I AM Her Now“This book will teach anyone who wants to develop an unshakable belief in themselves. You will learn to work within your humanness, not despite it. Living a life with meaning is not without handwork and reflection. Only get the book if you’re ready to take your life to the next level.” — Dr. Gabrielle Lyon, D.O., founder of the Institute for Muscle-Centric Medicine“Dr Neeta has a gift for reframing the challenges we deal with and providing the kind of perspective that can turn it all around.” — Quddus, former MTV host and founder of The Creator Incubator “This book reminds us that life is not the glossy images we see on social media. Dr. Neeta shows how to normalize and make sense of the sucky moments we all inevitably face, and how to experience joy through it all. That is powerful.” — Christine Hassler, best-selling author of Expectation Hangover and host of the Over It & On with It podcast “Dr. Neeta provides simple tools rooted in the human experience to reinvent yourself at any stage of your life . . . and shows you how your heartbreaks, failures, and disappointments can provide beautiful opportunities for change.” — Alexi Panos, master embodiment coach, co-founder of Elementum Coaching Institute, author, and host of UNLEASHED podcast“There are plenty of books out there that teach resilience but THIS book right here is on another level. Dr. Neeta has once again over-delivered on her promise to help her readers bounce back from ANY of life’s sucky moments. After reading this book, you’ll happily welcome life’s challenges with open arms, because now you have the tools to fly forward.” — Vasavi Kumar, author and host of Say It Out Loud podcast“A total game-changer. Dr. Neeta’s light-hearted approach to some heavy life moments she’s endured makes That Sucked. Now What? one of those books you MUST have on your nightstand.” — Ashley Stahl, best-selling author of YOU Turn“Dr. Neeta is a truth seer and an amazing storyteller. The wisdom of her life is evident in the depth shared in this guide to being a graceful, grounded, and more authentic human being.” — Jason Nemer, founder of Acroyoga and best-selling author of Move, Connect, Play “For anyone who’s first-generation from immigrant backgrounds, Dr. Neeta reminds us that we aren’t defined by our upbringing and can write our own stories to fly forward.” — Christine Chang, author of Show Up: Finding Love for Independent Women“For anyone on the precipice of launching into the next chapter of their life after a big change, Dr. Neeta leads by example with grit and grace and shows you the way. ” — Dr. Mariza Snyder, national best-selling author of The Essential Oils Hormone Solution“That Sucked. Now What? is the ultimate human handbook. Dr. Neeta Bhushan reminds us that no life is perfect, but we can bounce back from literally anything and fly forward. This book reminds us that there is magic in the mess, along with so many gifts along the way.” — Kelsey Chittick, best-selling author of Second Half “This book is a breath of fresh air! It’s equal parts empathetic and action-oriented—an outstanding guide to transform life’s inevitable breakdowns into breakthroughs.” — Aaron Alexander, best-selling author of The Align Method and host of the Align podcast“Dr. Neeta is the queen of bounceback and grit, and this book is a testament to not only what she shares with her clients and community, but how she truly lives her life. It’s such an inspiration to read such a raw and real book about the ups and downs of life. She captures them in a way that’s equal parts compassionate and action-oriented.” — Emily Williams, best-selling author of I Heart My Life“Dr. Neeta empowers anyone who has ever felt like a victim to take back control of their life. A powerful read.” — Daniela Woerner, host of the Spa Marketing Made Easy Podcast“Dr. Neeta provides simple tools rooted in your human experience to help reinvent yourself at any stage of your life, something that we can all use on our journey.” — Garrain Jones, best-selling author of Change Your Mind, Change Your Life, international speaker, and host of the top-rated Welcome Home podcast “Dr. Neeta is a master of grit and resiliency with grace. She has created the powerful and honest approach we all need for taking radical responsibility, when life happens, to take our power back and move forward.” — Jessica Caver Lindholm, founder of ToLivingFree and best-selling author of Spiritually Fabulous“This book offers readers a very unusual gift—the medicine of perspective to find joy in every layer of our lived experience . . . Dr. Neeta’s transparent writing pours across the pages like universal balm with the power to heal old wounds and help us reimagine how we see ourselves.” — Allyson Byrd, money mindset strategist, activist, transformational leadership coach, and founder and CEO of The Purpose Within“Feeling stuck? Ruminating in self-doubt? Questioning why you self-sabotage? In this book, Dr. Neeta compassionately guides you through the messy terrains of being human and gives you actionable tools to heal, find happiness, and rebuild your life after sucky moments.” — Jadah Sellner, best-selling author of She Builds and Simple Green Smoothies and host of Lead with Love podcast“OMG! Dr. Neeta takes you through a relatable and honest account of the human experience that shows firsthand how your struggles can be the source of your greatest gifts.” — Preston Smiles, international best-selling author of Love Louder: 33 Ways to Amplify Your Life“A must-read for anyone going through a season of transition, to truly embrace the moments that ‘sucked’ and usher in an unapologetic next chapter, and say, ‘Now what?’” — Radha Agrawal, founder, CEO, and chief community architect of DayBreaker and author of Belong: Find Your People, Create Community & Live a More Connected Life

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Book SynopsisWALL STREET JOURNAL BESTSELLER—now in paperback!When everyone around you is asking What’s in it for me?, Joe Polish—“the most connected person on the planet”—offers one simple question to change the conversation.You’ll be surprised by how hard and deep this book hits. It generously shows the how and why of connection, and it’s not what you expect.” — Dr. Benjamin Hardy, author of Be Your Future Self NowThere’s no shortage of networking and entrepreneurship advice in books and on social media in today’s world—but it’s harder than ever to know what’s authentic. To make matters worse, taking the wrong advice can result in superficial connections, transactional relationships, and unsatisfying interactions with others without any real rapport.In What’s in It for Them?, entrepreneur and marketer extraordinaire Joe Polish fac

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Book SynopsisHow did coalition-building give rise to the incredible achievements of the Task Force for Childhood Survival?Dr. Bill Foege, one of the best-known names in global health, brings readers to the table during the creation of one of the world's most famous and successful global health effortsthe Task Force for Child Survival. In 1984, the US immunization program was so successful that many childhood diseases were at record lowsyet 40,000 children a day were dying around the world from preventable diseases. That year, Dr. Foege, former director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, came together with Jonas Salk, Robert McNamara, and representatives from UNICEF, the World Health Organization, the World Bank, the United Nations Development Programme, and the Rockefeller Foundation to see how some of the lessons learned in America could be applied to global programs. The assembled participants recommended the formation of a small task force to help UN agencies improve immunizatiTable of ContentsForeword, by President Jimmy Carter Introduction Chapter 1. The Plot Chapter 2. Immunizations in the United StatesChapter 3. Protecting the World’s ChildrenChapter 4. How Productive Coalitions BeginChapter 5. Bellagio, March 1984Chapter 6. Organizing a Task Force SecretariatChapter 7. Heads of State Give Vaccinations in ColombiaChapter 8. Bellagio II in Cartagena, October 1985Chapter 9. After CartagenaChapter 10. Bellagio III in Talloires, France, March 1988Chapter 11. The Harvest of TalloiresChapter 12. Bangkok’s Message for World LeadersChapter 13. The Summit for ChildrenChapter 14. After the Summit for ChildrenChapter 15. The Global Alliance for Vaccines and ImmunizationChapter 16. The Mectizan MiracleChapter 17. The Task Force for Global HealthChapter 18. LessonsAcknowledgmentsAppendix A. The Rockefeller FoundationAppendix B. World Declaration on the Survival, Protection and Development of ChildrenReferencesIndex

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Book SynopsisThese guys are intense. And they bring that same fire to their narration in the audiobook. Listen to these insanely competent SEAL officers tell you exactly how to make a team successful through their firsthand experiences in business and combat. - The HustleAn updated edition of the blockbuster bestselling leadership audiobook that took America and the world by storm, two U.S. Navy SEAL officers who led the most highly decorated special operations unit of the Iraq War demonstrate how to apply powerful leadership principles from the battlefield to business and life.Combat, the most intense and dynamic environment imaginable, teaches the toughest leadership lessons, with absolutely everything at stake. Jocko Willink and Leif Babin learned this reality first-hand on the most violent and dangerous battlefield in Iraq. As leaders of SEAL Team Three's Task Unit Bruiser, their mission was one many thought impossible: help U.S. forces secure Ramadi, a violent,

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Book SynopsisBecome the employee you were meant to be! The difference between a good and awesome employee isn't the talent of the individual, intelligence, educational background, or job knowledge; it is attitude. This book provides a road map to becoming more productive, more satisfied, and more successful. Through real-world examples the author uses a humorous approach to cover such topics as time management, teamwork, personal initiative, and customer service. Included is a musical reference to songs that keep you going in the right direction.

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Book SynopsisInspirational anecdotes from exceptional Americans. Ten leadership lessons are taught here through the dramatic true stories of American men and women in World War II. From Dwight D. Eisenhower and Chester Nimitz to everyday Americans who rose to leadership during the world's greatest war, these stories reflect the core values of this remarkable generation. With these inspiring accounts, today's managers and leaders will learn essential leadership tactics, such as having a vision, being a self-starter, taking care of your people, and leading by example.

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Book SynopsisTrade Review“The Power of Why is great reading and can be of use to all of those looking to come out on top.” —Donald J. Trump, Chairman and President of The Trump Organization “Richard Weylman is still knocking doors down with brilliant distilled wisdom. To those who discover The Power of Why, I can only say “Read and Reap.”“ —Christopher Forbes, vice chairman, Forbes Media “This book is a game changer! Richard has cracked the code for business growth.” —Jeffrey J. Fox, Bestselling author of How To Become A Rainmaker, How to Be A Fierce Competitor, and The Transformative CEO “Richard’s book should be on every business owner’s desk. It is a must read for anyone engaged in sales and especially for those who hold customer service paramount.” —Richard S. Bernstein, CEO of Richard S. Bernstein & Associates, Inc. “The Power of Why takes you on a wonderful journey of discovery that will elevate your customers’ experiences while elevating your own business performance.” —Milton Pedraza, CEO of Luxury Institute, LLC “Your customer holds the power for your professional success. The Power of Why will show you how to meet their needs with value to boost your business to amazing heights.” —Dr. Nido Qubein, president, High Point University, and chairman, Great Harvest Bread Co.

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Book SynopsisIf you're going to climb a tree would you rather hire a squirrel or train a horse? In You Can't Send a Duck to Eagle School, Mac Anderson shares his 30 plus years of leadership experience in a fresh and engaging manner, teaches you how to hire great people, change the way you think and learn to communicate with your team.

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Book SynopsisLAURA GARNETT is a performance strategist, speaker, and the creator of the Zone of Genius methodology. She has helped hundreds of executives and entrepreneurs define what they do better than anyone else and why. She is a regular contributor to Forbes, Success, Time, and others. She lives in New York.Trade Review"Laura Garnett's genius is that she not only understands that careers are non-linear, but she provides the GPS to discovering your purpose and your genius, which will unlock your gifts and make work an inspiring journey." - David S. Kidder, co-founder and CEO of Bionic and New York Times bestselling author of The Intellectual Devotional and The Startup Playbook"Work doesn't have to feel like, well, work. With Laura's advice, you can find your Zone of Genius, accomplish more, and stop counting the minutes until quitting time." - Laura Vanderkam, author of Off the Clock: Feel Less Busy While Getting More Done"Laura Garnett has written a powerful guide to finding and sustaining success and joy in your work. She has helped me and many other people get in touch with our essence and our unique gifts, and coached us on how to live and work in that zone for an ever-growing proportion of our lives. The results are nothing short of astounding on all fronts. Life can hold so much more satisfaction and delight than we can imagine, and this book shows us how to unlock that." - Raj Sisodia, co-founder and Chairman Emeritus of Conscious Capitalism International "Loving your job and career shouldn't feel like a struggle. Instead, it should be about finding and harnessing your true greatness. In The Genius Habit, Laura Garnett shows you exactly how to do this while inspiring and helping others along the way." - Dorie Clark, author of Entrepreneurial You and Stand Out"Among the most hopeful-and useful-ideas detailed in this book is that genius is a habit one can cultivate, and a process one can commit to. Whether you are a young professional just starting your climb up the corporate ladder, an evolved business person, or a mid-career expert who wants to be an entrepreneur, Laura Garnett's book is the voice of a patient, highly intelligent mentor who can significantly expand your own capabilities." - Vineet Nayar, Founder and Chairman of the Sampark Foundation and bestselling author of Employees First, Customers Second "Give yourself the gift of genius-not through inborn luck, but through Laura Garnett's powerful, practical system to build a lifelong Genius Habit. Bored at work? Instead of berating yourself, consider that your plateaus are signals pointing toward greater purpose. This book will help you dismantle barriers to find what really lights you up as you click into the contagious joy of doing the work you-and only you-were born to do." - Jenny Blake, author of Pivot: The Only Move That Matters Is Your Next One "There is a genius hiding in all of us and if you haven't found yours, you are probably dreading every Monday morning drive to work. Most of us go a lifetime searching for joy at work. Finding your genius is the key. It turns out there is a genius habit you can develop and Laura Garnett shows us how. In following her timeless advice we can get to the joy we always dreamed was possible and become the person we were destined to be." - Rich Sheridan, author of Joy, Inc. and Chief Joy Officer"The Genius Habit is a solid self-help book with a clear, actionable process that will appeal to readers of Jen Sincero and Gretchen Rubin." - Booklist

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Book SynopsisCrush your accomplishments with this groundbreaking guide to success from Robert Glazer, creator of the Outperform podcast.Trade Review"If you've been looking for a mentor - someone to increase your spiritual, intellectual, and emotional capacities - here it is in book form. ELEVATE will help you set the right goals for a well-rounded life, then equip you with the skills and attitudes to achieve them." - Daniel H. Pink, bestselling author of WHEN and DRIVE"In an act of real generosity and vulnerability, Glazer shares his recipe for integrating spiritual, intellectual, physical and emotional growth to build one's capacity. We can all learn from his example, his wisdom, and also the mistakes he's brave enough to share on the journey to elevate himself and countless others!" - Kim Scott, author of Radical Candor: Be a Kickass Boss without Losing Your Humanity"Bob Glazer is an unusually forward-thinking leader, and in this book he highlights some of his most inspiring lessons about how to bring out the best in yourself and others." - Adam Grant, author of GIVE AND TAKE, ORIGINALS, and OPTION B"The best leaders are dedicated to helping people improve, and inspiring them to learn from others. With Elevate, Robert Glazer gives the inspiration and tools to help anyone expand their capacity, achieve their goals and lead the people around them to take the same path." - Marshall Goldsmith, #1 New York Times Bestselling Author and Thinkers 50 - #1 Executive Coach Worldwide"Leaders who elevate both themselves and their people will see the greatest success in these turbulent times. In Elevate, Glazer demonstrates how the four elements of capacity, explored both separately and as part of an integrated whole, offer a blueprint for personal and professional achievement. On every page, Glazer's advice is both encouraging and realistic and he masterfully combines real-world examples and clear framework for anyone to reach a higher level of achievement." - Stew Friedman, Wharton School professor & author of Total Leadership"This book is simply a masterpiece. It's an easy-to-read yet profoundly valuable guidebook to living a successful (as YOU define success), happy, and joy-filled life." - Bob Burg, coauthor of the "Go-Giver" Series and author of "Adversaries into Allies""Better is the goal. And in order to make things better for others, it helps to start on yourself, first. Robert Glazer's short, direct advice is worth checking out." - Seth Godin, author of This is Marketing"Every once in awhile something really special comes along that can change our lives. Elevate is just that, a "tool book" that takes us on a journey of personal growth that leads to a more fulfilling life." - Howard Behar, president Starbucks Coffee, retired"Business Guru Bob Glazer's wisdom will help you build capacity and become the change you want to see in the world." - Mehmet Oz, MD, The Dr Oz Show"Bob Glazer has become one of the finest business columnists writing today, and he's done it while building a truly great company, Acceleration Partners. You can get a taste of both from this wonderful book." - Bo Burlingham, author of Small Giants and Finish Big"So many write about leadership, without having a large following themselves. But Bob is the real deal! He has amassed a HUGE following because he helps others build their capacity and understands that nothing is ever 'just business'. Thank you Bob for inspiring us all to ELEVATE our lives and businesses!" - Brian Scudamore, Founder & CEO of 1-800-GOT-JUNK? and O2E Brands"Robert Glazer has built a world class Scale-up company by focusing on inspiring and investing in his own team, as well as thousands of others outside of his company. With Elevate, he bring those principals into a formula that anyone can use to improve their own life, hone their leadership skills and grow their business. A must read for anyone looking to take their game to the next level." - Verne Harnish, founder Entrepreneurs' Organization (EO) and author of Scaling Up (Rockefeller Habits 2.0)"I believe purpose driven, passionate people, guided by values create amazing outcomes.Bob Glazer's book – ELEVATE will help you identify how to build purpose into your life that can transfer to positive results and amazing outcomes." - Garry Ridge, CEO WD-40 Company & Coauthor of Helping People Win at Work

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New York Times bestselling author Jeffrey Gitomer brings you the very foundation of Napoleon Hill’s self-help legacy: his long-lost original notes, letters, and lectures—now compiled, edited, and annotated for the modern reader. Twenty years before the publication of his magnum opus Think and Grow Rich, Napoleon Hill was an instructor, philosopher, and writer at the George Washington Institute in Chicago, where he taught courses in advertising and sales. These rare, never-before-seen lectures were thought to be lost to history. Until now. Given exclusive access to the archives of the Napoleon Hill Foundation, Jeffrey Gitomer has unearthed Hill’s original course notes containing the fundamental beliefs in hard work and personal development that established Hill as a global leader of success and positive attitude. In Truthful Living, Gitomer has captured Hill’s foundational wisdom for the twenty-first century. These easy-to-implement real-world strategies for life, family, business, and the bottom line prove as energizing and inspiring today as they were nearly one hundred years ago.

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Book SynopsisWhat makes for a truly exceptional leader? Certainly, leaders need people skills, execution skills, a deep knowledge of industry trends, the ability to articulate a vision, and more--they must be competent--but that''s just the tip of the iceberg. What''s below the waterline? What''s deep inside the best leaders that makes them different?Mark Miller contends it is their leadership character. In this enlightening and entertaining business fable, young and ambitious leader Blake Brown goes on a journey to discover the five unique traits exhibited by exceptional leaders and how to cultivate them. This book shows us that leadership needn''t be the purview of the few--it is within reach for millions around the world. The Heart of Leadership is a road map for every person who desires to make a difference in the lives of others and become a leader people want to follow. ¿Qué es lo que hace que un líder sea verdaderamente excepcional? Sin duda, los líderes necesitan don de gentes, habilidades de ejecución, un conocimiento profundo de las tendencias de la industria, y la capacidad de articular una visión; y más aún: deben ser competentes. Pero eso es sólo la punta del iceberg. ¿Qué hay debajo de la línea de flotación? ¿Qué se esconde dentro de los mejores líderes, que los hace diferentes? Mark Miller sostiene que es el carácter. En esta fábula empresarial, clarificadora y amena, el joven y ambicioso líder Blake Brown emprende un viaje para descubrir los cinco rasgos únicos que distinguen a los líderes excepcionales, y cómo cultivarlos. Este libro nos muestra que el liderazgo no tiene por qué ser la meta de unos pocos, sino que está al alcance de millones de personas de todo el mundo. El corazón del liderazgo es un mapa para todo aquel que desee marcar una diferencia en la vida de los demás y convertirse en un líder que la gente quiera seguir.

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