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Why Smart Consultants Fail (And How to Be Reliable) You are technically brilliant. So why is your project a mess? You have the degrees. You have the domain expertise. You have the technical rigor. By all rights, you should be the trusted advisor clients fight to work with. But the reality feels different. You are working late nights to fix "small" scope changes that somehow spiraled out of control. You dread opening your email because a client might be asking, "Where is the report?" You watch peers with half your technical depth get promoted faster because they seem to have it "under ...

Think Smarter, Act Better: Master the Logic of Technical Success In the rapidly shifting landscape, technical skills get you the job, but your critical thinking skills build your career. The ability to solve a problem is only half the battle. The real competitive advantage lies in how you think: how you deconstruct wicked problems, how you navigate systemic uncertainty, and how you communicate complex logic to stakeholders who don't speak your technical language. Think Smarter, Act Better is a tactical manual designed to strip away the soft skill fluff and replace it with a high-performance...

Stop Building Outputs. Start Delivering Results. The definitive guide to navigating the politics, pressure, and complexity of modern transport projects. You have the technical skills. You might even have the project management certification. So why do projects still go off the rails? In the high-stakes world of transport infrastructure, standard project management rules aren’t enough. A Gantt chart can’t tell you how to negotiate with a hostile utility partner. A budget spreadsheet won’t save you from a viral social media campaign. It’s time to shift your focus from Project ...

On the 12th of April 1865, the Army of Northern Virginia marched to the field in front of Appomattox Court-House, stacked their arms, folded their colors, and walked off empty handed to find their distant, blighted homes. These are detailed and moving first-hand accounts from a number of prominent witnesses to Robert E. Lee's surrender of the Army of Northern Virginia at Appomattox.

An essential modern parenting guide for restoring trust and security to your home life from renowned psychiatrist and Dr. Phil Show regular, Dr. Charles Sophy. Over the last twenty years, Dr. Charles Sophy has been a staple on The Dr. Phil Show, where he has guided and coached millions of people...

This audiobook tells the story of the 1912 sinking of the Titanic.

The Senior’s Guide to Aging in Place: Smart, Practical Steps to Stay Independent, Safe, and Comfortable at Home What if growing older didn’t mean giving up your home—but making it work even better for you? In this warm, practical guide, you’ll discover how to prepare your home—and your daily life—for lasting independence, safety, and peace of mind. Whether you want to make a few smart updates or fully prepare for your future, this book will show you how to age in place with confidence. Written especially for seniors who value their freedom, routines, and familiar surroundings, ...

The Senior’s Guide to Living Well on a Fixed Income: Smart Strategies to Stretch Your Budget, Boost Your Resilience, and Enjoy Life Without Overspending. Live well. Spend smart. Stay strong. You don’t need to sacrifice joy, comfort, or independence just because you’re living on a fixed income. With a little creativity, practical know-how, and the right mindset, it’s entirely possible to thrive—financially, emotionally, and socially—without breaking the bank. The Senior’s Guide to Living Well on a Fixed Income offers realistic, senior-friendly strategies to help you make the ...

Are you following a script that doesn't feel like your own? Have you achieved success that looks great on paper but leaves you feeling empty and asking, "Is this all there is?" Many of us are living lives we were told we should want, while the whispers of who we truly are grow fainter every day. We're stuck in a cycle of expectations and responsibilities, with the quiet fear that we've missed our chance to live a life of genuine passion and meaning. This book is your way out. It’s not about grand gestures or dramatic, overnight transformations. It's a practical and compassionate guide ...

Whether it’s a sudden blackout, a flash flood, or an unexpected health scare, The Senior’s Guide to Emergency Preparedness puts calm confidence in your hands—one simple step at a time. Written specifically for older adults, this easy-to-follow guide shows you how to: Build your foundation with the Five Pillars of Preparedness: Food, Water, Power, Medical, and Communication. Create a personalized risk profile tailored to your home, health, and community—so you’re ready for the threats that matter most. Assemble a grab-and-go Go Bag packed with medical supplies, comfort items, and ...

A box set of the 4 Senior Self-Reliance books: Book 1: The Senior’s Guide to Self-Sufficient Living A friendly, practical starting point for building everyday independence. Learn simple ways to conserve resources, manage basic tools, and create small self-sufficiency routines, including easy container-grown options like herbs. Book 2: The Senior’s Guide to Emergency Preparedness A step-by-step handbook for staying safe, secure, and calm during outages and disruptions. You will create a personal plan for food, water, medication readiness, backup power, and home safety, using low-cost, ...

THE BEST TECHNICAL SOLUTION DOESN'T ALWAYS WIN. THE BEST PROPOSAL DOES. You have the expertise. You have the data. You have the better solution. Yet, you watch inferior products win budget approval simply because they told a better story. For technical professionals, the ability to write persuasively is the difference between a stalled career and a seat at the leadership table. Traditional writing guides focus on grammar and syntax, ignoring the psychological realities of business. The Persuasive Professional flips the script. This is not a book about commas or passive voice. It is a field ...

This audiobook tells the story of Henry Ford, along with his invention, the popular Model T automobile.

In The Senior’s Guide to Self-Sufficient Living, Phil Charles shares clear, practical, and achievable strategies to help seniors reclaim independence, reduce reliance on external systems, and live securely, even on a fixed income. Covering gardening, water security, affordable energy solutions, raising livestock, and essential health and safety practices, this comprehensive guide demonstrates how small, simple changes can significantly enhance your quality of life. Perfect for seniors and family members, this book combines easy-to-follow instructions with practical tips. Whether you're ...

Are you struggling with chronic procrastination that's holding you back from achieving your goals and reaching your full potential? In "How to Do The Hard Things," author Phil Charles provides actionable tools and techniques to help you overcome the tendency to put things off and finally get important tasks done. Drawing on his own experience as a technical professional who had to learn essential non-technical skills like time management and productivity, Phil outlines a practical framework for understanding the root causes of your procrastination and developing more effective work habits. ...

Unlock the Power of Your Mind. Unlock the Next Level of Your Career. In the fast-paced world of science, technology, engineering, and innovation, technical skill alone isn’t enough to thrive. The real game-changer? Mastering Your Mind — the hidden driver of focus, creativity, resilience, and decision-making. Technical Mind Mastery is your step-by-step guide to building the mental skills that high-performing professionals use to excel. Whether you’re in your first years on the job or climbing toward leadership, you’ll discover proven techniques to overcome distraction, sharpen focus,...

Transform Your Consulting Practice with the Power of Strategic Storytelling In today's crowded consulting marketplace, technical expertise alone isn't enough. Clients don't just buy solutions—they buy from consultants they trust, understand, and connect with on a human level. The difference between struggling to find clients and building a thriving practice lies in your ability to tell compelling stories that resonate, persuade, and convert. Why Stories Are Your Most Powerful Business Tool Facts tell, but stories sell. While your competitors rely on dry proposals and generic pitches, ...

Discover the story of the Great Chicago Fire of 1871, an inferno that forever changed the city's skyline.

The SOLO Framework: Strategize, Optimize, Leverage, and Own Your Consulting Success Are you ready to step off the corporate treadmill and reclaim your career on your terms? Welcome to the world of solo consulting—a path offering unparalleled freedom, flexibility, and fulfilment. In The SOLO Framework, author Phil Charles presents a proven, actionable blueprint for technical professionals eager to leverage their expertise into a thriving independent consulting practice. Drawing from extensive personal experience and real-world case studies, this book demystifies the transition from ...

Do you find that the harder you work to complete your tasks, the more you end up with unfinished work? Staying focused without losing sight of your end goals can be difficult. But it doesn’t have to be. You want to be successful, right? If you are looking for scientifically proven techniques to help you master your focus, then you really need to listen to this book.