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Positional Authority Ain't Leadership: Behavioral Science for Navigating Bull$hit, Optimizing Performance, and Avoiding A$$ CLOWNery

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Report copyright infringementby Paul Gavoni (Author)Uncover the Science of Leadership in "Positional Authority Ain't Leadership"In a sea of leadership theories and styles, "Positional Authority Ain't Leadership" stands out as a beacon, guiding readers to understand that the essence of true leadership lies in the principles of behavioral analysis. This book offers more than just theories; it provides a scientific approach to leadership, making it a unique and essential read.About the Book: "P...

Pierce the Design Fog: Develop High-Quality Products Faster Through Team Innovation

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Report copyright infringementby Dianna Deeney (Author)A proven framework to align teams, define clear design inputs, and accelerate product successIn product development, great ideas can get lost in translation. Teams kick off with enthusiasm, but somewhere between the first design iteration meeting and the engineering handoff, misaligned assumptions lead to costly rework, stalled timelines, and products that miss the mark.In Pierce the Design Fog, quality advocate and senior engineer Dianna ...

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Report copyright infringementby Jim Metzger (Author)"Financial Planning for Retirement: A Comprehensive Guide" is an essential resource for anyone looking to secure their financial future. This book offers a step-by-step approach to retirement planning, covering everything from savings strategies and investment options to tax considerations and estate planning. With practical advice and expert insights, you'll learn how to set realistic goals, manage your assets, and make informed decisions t...

After-Sales Excellence: Driving Improvement, Customer Satisfaction, and Growth

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Report copyright infringementby Nigel Woodall (Author)Fix what's broken. Elevate what works. Lead with service excellence.Aftersales Excellence: Driving Improvement, Customer Satisfaction, and Growth is the essential guide for anyone seeking to improve performance, strengthen relationships, and unlock growth - whether in the aftermarket or beyond.With over 45 years of global experience as an employee, senior leader, and consultant, Nigel Woodall delivers a practical, no-nonsense roadmap for b...

The Curious Case of ChatterbotGPT: A Bold New Perspective On Generative AI in Business

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Report copyright infringementby Myra Roldan (Author)In a world where 72% of companies lack an AI policy and most prioritize shiny implementations over the less glamorous essentials of readiness and governance, The Curious Case of ChatterBotGPTcouldn't be more timely, or more entertaining. This compelling business parable dives headfirst into the chaos, challenges, and opportunities of AI in the workplace, offering a cautionary tale wrapped in wit and intrigue.Acme Inc., a mid-sized tech compa...

Shredding Paper: The Rise and Fall of Maine's Mighty Paper Industry

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Report copyright infringementby Michael G. Hillard (Author)In Shredding Paper, Michael G. Hillard examines how Maine, once the nation's leader in paper production, saw its powerful industry decline. From the early twentieth century to the 1960s, Maine's paper mills shaped the state's economy and labor relations, but by the late twentieth century, shifting economic forces and foreign competition led to their collapse.Hillard explores the industry's economic history, showing how local paper com...

Embodied Carbon: Carbon Justice in the Built Environment

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Report copyright infringementby Ming Hu (Author)The global implications surrounding embodied carbon -- the total greenhouse gas emissions associated with the production, transportation, assembly, and deconstruction of building materials -- are often overlooked. Embodied Carbon challenges the conventional focus on operational carbon, focusing on the inequalities between the Global North and South. Part I traces the historical evolution of embodied carbon, clarifying its definitions, components...

7 Rules of Self-Reliance: How to Stay Low, Keep Moving, Invest in Yourself, and Own Your Future

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Report copyright infringementby Maha Abouelenein (Author)Author BiographyMaha Abouelenein is an American Egyptian with more than 30 years of global communications experience advising global corporate giants, start-ups, governments, CEOs, and high-net-worth individuals. She is the CEO of Digital & Savvy, a strategic communications consulting firm with offices in the USA and Dubai. A sought-after strategist and speaker, Maha is an expert on personal branding, reputation management, modern c...

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Report copyright infringementby Steph Adams (Author) Number of Pages: 362 Dimensions: 0.98 x 10 x 8 IN Publication Date: October 10, 2025

Extracting the Future: Lithium in an Era of Energy Transition

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Report copyright infringementby Mark Goodale (Author)Bolivia's troubled efforts to develop a commercial lithium industry. Bolivia's lithium accounts for a significant percentage of the world's known reserve. Drawing on extensive ethnographic research, Mark Goodale traces the development of Bolivia's closely guarded lithium project through the perspectives of a wide array of people and institutions, including workers at the Salar de Uyuni, the world's largest salt flat; the state lithium comp...

Grounded for life: The Contractor's Survival Guide to Electrical Safety

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Report copyright infringementby Bobby Duncan (Author)Grounded for Life isn't just another safety manual-it's a survival guide for the trades. Written straight from the dirt, steel, and scars of real job sites, this book cuts through the corporate fluff and delivers hard-hitting lessons every worker and leader needs.From electrical hazards and lockout/tagout, to job briefings, incident investigations, and leadership under pressure, Bobby Duncan lays out what it really takes to survive and thri...

Engaged Empathy Leadership: Redefining Leadership with Empathy in Action

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Report copyright infringementby Jeff LeBlanc (Author)In today's evolving workplace, traditional leadership models are falling short. Burnout is rising, Gen Z is rewriting the rules, and employee retention is at crisis levels. Leaders are expected to be kind-but not too soft. Structured-but not rigid. Empathetic-but still effective.Engaged Empathy Leadership(TM) (EELM(TM)) offers a bold new model rooted in three essential pillars: Kindness, Fairness, and Structure. This practical, research-bac...

The Essence of Solution Focused Practice

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Report copyright infringementby Andrew Gibson (Author)This simple, elegant book brilliantly explains four key elements that should feature in every conversation. In a world of complication, this book refocuses you towards common sense In a world of isolation, this book helps you discover and grow your social capital In a world of constant activity, this book helps you know your actions will give you what you want In a world of instant gratification, this book helps establish the importance a...

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Report copyright infringementby Roberto Gallardo (Author)Indiana at a Glance: County Trends, 2025 Edition provides an overview of macro socioeconomic and demographic trends based on county-level data in ten-year periods in Indiana, the upper Midwest region, and the nation. Analyzing data primarily from 2013 through 2023, this book presents information that contextualizes the design and implementation of specific policies enacted by elected officials and community leaders, and reveals the impa...

Empathy at Work: Building Better Businesses Through People-First Leadership

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Report copyright infringementby Christopher Kaufman (Author)Empathy at Work is a transformative guide to leadership by Chris Kaufman, cofounder and former chief creative officer of StockX, a revolutionary global e-commerce platform. Born and raised in Detroit, Michigan, Kaufman has seen the auto industry of Motor City rise and fall and rise again--leaving him to wonder, "What makes a company stand the test of time?" In this book, he affirms that people are any company's greatest asset and exp...

Winning: Lessons on Life, Learning and Leadership

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Report copyright infringementby Michael J. Barnes (Author)Lessons on Life, Learning and Leadership is a powerful reflection on the journey of a leader shaped by experience, resilience, and purpose. Through personal stories and pivotal moments, this memoir chronicles the triumphs and challenges that have defined a life dedicated to learning, leading, and making a difference. From childhood lessons to the boardroom and beyond, each chapter offers wisdom, inspiration, and practical takeaways, co...

Studies in Tape Reading: A Classic Guide to Reading the Market Tape Using Price Action and Volume Analysis

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Report copyright infringementby Richard Wyckoff (Author)Unlock the Secrets of the Tape: A Classic Trading Method That Still Beats the Market TodayStudies in Tape Reading by Richard D. Wyckoff is a cornerstone of modern price action and volume analysis. First published in 1910, this timeless classic teaches traders how to interpret "the tape" (real-time market data) to make precise, informed trading decisions.Wyckoff's work influenced generations of professional traders and remains essential f...

The Mother Shift: A journey through working motherhood, identity, and redefining success

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Report copyright infringementby Musata Matei (Author)I've felt the pressure to prove my worth tenfold compared to my male peers, to balance ambition with motherhood in a world that too often asks women to choose only one of the two. This book is my way of challenging that status quo, of giving voice to the untold struggles working mothers face and to further push for the systemic changes we so desperately need. Because it's time we redefine success on our own terms, without apology, without c...

The Thriving Family Business: Celebrating Peace at the Table and Profits to the Balance Sheet

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Report copyright infringementby Tildet Varon (Author) Number of Pages: 182 Dimensions: 0.49 x 8.5 x 5.5 IN Publication Date: October 10, 2025

Strategy Shortcut: How Strategy Execution Drives Strategy Success-and Why Most Leaders Get It Wrong

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Report copyright infringementby Jeroen De Flander (Author)Strategy Shortcut: How Strategy Execution Drives Strategy Success-and Why Most Leaders Get It Wrong. The strategy journey to success is long and dangerous. Most strategies lose between 40 and 60 percent of their financial potential along the execution highway. There is a path that will make the trip dramatically shorter. It exists in every organization, but mostly stays hidden. With the help of science, we'll uncover the Strategy Short...

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Report copyright infringementby Mark Fujiwara (Author) Number of Pages: 210 Dimensions: 0.63 x 8.5 x 5.5 IN Publication Date: October 09, 2025

Are You Headed for a Retirement Crisis?: No Saving? No Plan? No Problem... If You Start NOW!

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Report copyright infringementby T. J. Jr. Loegering (Author), Tom Loegering (Author) Number of Pages: 108 Dimensions: 0.22 x 11 x 8.5 IN Publication Date: October 01, 2025

The Congruent Leader: Build Trust, Lead with Self-Awareness, and Close the Gap Between How You See Yourself and How Others Experience You

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Report copyright infringementby Leanne Lagasse (Author)What if the key to becoming a better leader is seeing yourself clearly?Ever wonder why your leadership isn't landing the way you intend-even though you're working hard and genuinely want the best for your team?Or maybe you've received feedback that surprised you, left you questioning yourself, or wondering what others are seeing that you're not.If so, you're not alone. Even the most well-intentioned leaders find themselves asking: Why ar...

The Freelance Introvert: Work the way you want without changing who you are

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Report copyright infringementby Tom Albrighton (Author)'Changed my life' ... 'Essential reading' ... 'Easy and enjoyable read'Are you an introvert?If you're happy in your own company, have just a few close friends and prefer to work alone, the answer is probably yes.Introverts find external stimulation overwhelming, so they try to retreat from it. A situation that's easy or fun for one person can be way too much for an introvert. Modern working styles like open-plan offices, brainstorming and...

You Must Become an Algorithmic Problem: Renegotiating the Socio-Technical Contract

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Report copyright infringementby José Marichal (Author)In the age of AI, where personal data fuels corporate profits and state surveillance, what are the implications for democracy? This incisive book explores the unspoken agreement we have with tech companies. In exchange for reducing the anxiety of an increasingly complex online world, we submit to algorithmic classification and predictability. This reduces incentives for us to become "algorithmic problems" with dire consequences for liberal...

Creativity in the Age of AI: Toolkits for the Modern Mind

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Report copyright infringementby Jerry Wind (Author), Mukul Pandya (Author), Deborah Yao (Author)Discover the scientifically proven path to unlocking your creative potential, no matter your age, profession or background. From personal breakthroughs to organizational transformation, Creativity in the Age of AI shows you how to leverage cutting-edge AI tools to amplify your natural abilities. This concise, practical guide will help you: Gain confidence in your ability to become more creative ...

The Business Buffet: 15 Career Must-Haves They Never Teach-But Still Expect You to Know

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Report copyright infringementby Matthew Tedesco (Author)Tired of business books that taste like stale crackers? The Business Buffet serves up game-changing communication skills with a side of actual enjoyment. Through a perfectly plated three-course menu, Matthew Tedesco combines the latest research with sharp wit to deliver the essential ingredients everyone expects you to have-but no one teaches.From mastering self-talk to navigating office politics without losing your soul, this book trans...

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Report copyright infringementby Erin Coupe (Author)STOP DOING MORE. START CHOOSING BETTER. To the world, you've achieved success-but inside, you're burned out and overwhelmed, or stuck with the feeling that something is missing. Your solutions have helped in the short term, but they mostly numb the pain just enough to get through the day, hoping that "one day" it will all be worth it.I Can Fit That In offers a new perspective-one that brings clarity, energy, and alignment now. Erin Coupe shar...

DRIVE Sales System: The 5 Steps to Increasing Your Sales Reach by 400%

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Report copyright infringementby Woody Woodward (Author), Bob Snyder (Author)What if you could influence anyone, anytime, anywhere? What if you could walk into a room, give a presentation, or close a deal and know you were speaking the exact language your prospect needed to hear?That is the power of the DRIVE Sales System(TM), the blueprint that connects you with all five buying personalities that shape every sales conversation and decision.Most salespeople lose 80 percent of their opportuniti...

The Ecosystem Project: A Practical Guide to Illuminating and Transforming Our Human Ecosystems

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Report copyright infringementby Rob Brodnick (Author), Karyn Zuidinga (Author)The Ecosystem Project offers a groundbreaking approach to navigating complexity and making real, lasting change in human systems.Too often, leaders face challenges that are overwhelming in scope-interconnected problems that defy simple fixes. The default is to focus on what can be controlled: launching initiatives, tweaking processes, or applying "best practices." But in complex ecosystems, these problem-to-solution...

Transformational Communication: The leader's handbook for communicating with purpose, power and presence

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Report copyright infringementby Ros Weadman (Author)In a world of profound change and where every message shapes perception, the most influential and impactful leaders are those who communicate with purpose, power and presence. This book is your guide to becoming a truly transformational communicator; one who builds trust, ignites action and leaves a lasting legacy. Inside, you'll discover the secrets of transformational communication, including how to: master high-stakes communication no ...

Fully Invested: Why Work-Life Balance Is a Total Lie

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Report copyright infringementby Chad Willardson (Author)Still chasing "work-life balance"? Stop.That picture-perfect version of your life where everything fits neatly in its box? That's not reality. Especially for a driven, ambitious, busy leader like you.If you're pursuing "work-life balance" so you don't have to sacrifice anything, you're likely sacrificing everything that matters. The truth is that it is possible to be Fully Invested in both at the same time. You can be successful in busin...