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In this book Bill Burnett and Dave Evans show us how design thinking can help us create lives that are both meaningful and fulfilling, regardless of whom or where we are, what we do or have done for a living, or how young or old we are. The same design thinking responsible for amazing technology, products, and spaces can be used to design and build your career and your life, a life of fulfillment and joy, constantly creative and productive, one that always holds the possibility of surprise.

In today's dynamic business environment, the role of a product manager is more critical than ever. You are the driving force behind your product's journey from just a concept to market success, shaping strategic decisions and innovative solutions into significant business victories. "Design, Build & Scale: The Roadmap to Success for Product Managers" offers an in-depth exploration of the product management process, from the initial ideation to the impactful moment of market launch and beyond. Drawing on case studies from global brands and incorporating the challenges and successes of many ...

Building a new house requires a lot of foresight—things will go wrong and the plan will most likely find itself derailed at one point or another. Although this is in many ways a natural occurrence, it doesn't have to be in any way catastrophic. With the right plan in place and a detailed map of how to progress through the entire process, no matter the curveballs you encounter, you’ll be able to seamlessly get back into the flow of things. It’s one thing to have the skills, but it’s another thing entirely to be able to apply them in a way that produces results.

Grounded in two decades of original research and work with couples from around the world, Love by Design introduces a groundbreaking new foundation for love: The Emergent Love Model. As Dr. Sara Nasserzadeh knows, successful partnerships do not thrive on love, at least as we know it. Instead of chasing our butterflies, we need to cultivate six core relational ingredients that make it possible for love to emerge:

In the course of my more than 15 years of experience as an attorney, I’ve worked on billions of dollars’ worth of public construction projects, and I’ve seen them succeed and fail. The general lack of prior experience that many public officials have, when properly acknowledged, can be a great asset, rather than a significant detriment. How is that so? When you come into a project without the burden of prior assumptions based on previous project experience, you can reenvision what a successful project should be, and what your goals should be.

Author Paul Teutul Jr. is arguably the most creative builder of custom "chopper" motorcycles in the world. His talents were revealed to millions of TV viewers worldwide on American Chopper as well as later in a spinoff series, American Chopper Senior vs. Junior. The Build gives the listener a glimpse at Paul Jr.'s life behind the camera, which included volcanic conflict with his father and business mentor, Paul Sr. Using his own story of improbable success as an illustration, Paul Jr. offers insights on how anyone can find and activate hidden talents.

This book explores the theory and practice of design justice, demonstrates how universalist design principles and practices erase certain groups of people - specifically, those who are intersectionally disadvantaged or multiply burdened under the matrix of domination (white supremacist heteropatriarchy, ableism, capitalism, and settler colonialism) - and invites listeners to "build a better world, a world where many worlds fit; linked worlds of collective liberation and ecological sustainability".

Belonging brings out the best in everyone. Whether you’re a parent, teacher, community organizer, or leader of any sort, your group is unlikely to thrive if the individuals don’t feel welcomed, included, and valued for who they are. The good news is that you can use design to create feelings of inclusion in your organization: rituals that bring people together, spaces that promote calm, roles that create a sense of responsibility, systems that make people feel respected, and more.

No single factor - not sales, marketing, finance, strategy, or operations - has more influence over the ultimate success of an organization than its culture. In the game-changing first edition of Culture by Design, David Friedman cut through the fog and provided a simple, clear, and practical road map that thousands of organizations have now used to build high-performing cultures. In this new updated edition, you'll learn how to take the strategies he originally taught and adapt them to meet the unique challenges presented by today's remote work environment.

Whether your garden is big or small or you are a complete beginner, building raised beds can help you achieve the perfect garden. It offers many benefits over traditional gardening, including—improving the drainage, being able to manage the quality of the soil, extending your growing season, along with many more. And you don’t need to be an expert to build and manage raised beds.

Sharing hard-earned insights, advice, and best practices, brand and marketing strategist Karen Tiber Leland helps entrepreneurs, business owners, CEOs, and executives create a brand by design instead of default, gain greater influence in their industries and companies, and become thought leaders in their fields. The Brand Mapping Strategy uses proven strategies, best practices, and anecdotes from real life brand-building successes to give listeners the tools they need to design, build, and accelerate a successful brand.

Cricut crafting is exciting, but with so much jargon-filled information and not-so-helpful “how-to” guides out there, it is also confusing for Cricut newbies. You’ve probably felt like you were drowning in an ocean of information every time you wanted to create your first project. Cricut for Newbies has your back! This all-in-one is a treasure trove of Cricut knowledge with step-by-step instructions on how to use a Cricut machine and more! Even if you’ve never made crafts before, you’ll gain skills, confidence, and the guidance you need to create your first projects.

User experience doesn’t happen on a screen; it happens in the mind, and the experience is multidimensional and multisensory. This practical book will help you uncover critical insights about how your customers think so you can create products or services with an exceptional experience. Corporate leaders, marketers, product owners, and designers will learn how cognitive processes from different brain regions form what we perceive as a singular experience. Author John Whalen shows you how anyone on your team can conduct "contextual interviews" to unlock insights.

Instructional design offers powerful ways to build training and teach new skills, but its methods run DEEP. Finding a clear, easy-to-follow path can be frazzling. Where do you even start? Whether you’re a new instructional designer, looking to transition from another job, or tasked with training for your organization, this book will help get you rolling! We’ll dig into examples and spin tips, tactics, and research-backed learning principles into a professional workflow.

Most people dream of building their own custom home, customized to fit their lifestyle perfectly. But for Ryan Haag, life as a US Navy Officer makes building a custom home impossible. But a change in life circumstances suddenly gives Ryan the chance to build the home of his dreams. All of Ryan's preparation is put to the test as he navigates the complicated process of building a custom home from scratch on a virgin piece of land and with a limited budget.

Are you ready to bring your outdoor garden patio to the next level? Our homes are our sanctuary, but sometimes, that sanctuary needs an upgrade. Many of us struggle with boring patios or are not sure how to start our gardens. Figuring out what we want, planning to get there, and all the materials and time needed can seem very daunting. That’s where this handy guide comes in. With helpful illustrations and an abundance of information, this book will help you plan your space from start to finish. No more stress, hassle, or worry it’s time to turn your outdoor garden patio into the dream ...

Tiny houses on wheels are glamorous and solve a lot of problems for people, but actually building one is a different story entirely. Maybe you've spent a lot of time researching and planning, but you're not quite sure you are ready. Or perhaps you are having a tiny house built for you but don't know what your builder will really do or how to communicate with them. Whatever your situation, this audiobook will arm you with construction knowledge in simple terms.

Introducing "The Guitar Pickup Builder's Bible: A Guide to Design, Build and Modify" – the ultimate resource for guitar enthusiasts and DIY enthusiasts alike. This comprehensive guidebook provides a wealth of knowledge and practical advice on designing, building, and modifying guitar pickups to achieve the perfect tone and sound. In the introduction, the author explains the purpose and goals of the book, delves into the history of guitar pickups, and provides an overview of the contents of the book. From there, the book is divided into five chapters, each covering an essential aspect of ...

"How to Build Your T-shirt Brand with ChatGPT" is an authoritative guide meticulously written and designed for committed print-on-demand (POD) entrepreneurs, graphic designers, and business-minded tshirt creators. Positioned as an essential tool, this resource is tailored for those who are ready to make a significant impact in the industry with their new POD brand. Dive into the analytical approach to niche selection that this comprehensive guide provides. Gain the capability to assess market trends and make strategic decisions that drive success. Learn how to construct a robust POD ...

Learn how to get started in the self storage business including over 150 proven ideas to save you time and money and make sure your project is a success. Secrets and wisdom from over 25 years designing and building self storages for others and myself. This is one book you can not afford to miss!