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In 1993 Greg Mortenson was the exhausted survivor of a failed attempt to ascend K2, an American climbing bum wandering emaciated and lost through Pakistan's Karakoram Himalaya. After he was taken in and nursed back to health by the people of an impoverished Pakistani village, Mortenson promised to return one day and build them a school. From that rash, earnest promise grew one of the most incredible humanitarian campaigns of our time: Greg Mortenson's one-man mission to counteract extremism by building schools, especially for girls, throughout the breeding ground of the Taliban.

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.

At the peak of his power, in the 1940s and 1950s, William Francis Gibbs was considered America's best naval architect. His quest to build the finest, fastest, most beautiful ocean liner of his time, the S.S. United States, was a topic of national fascination. When completed in 1952, the ship was hailed as a technological masterpiece at a time when "made in America" meant the best.

Every successful leader knows that growth never stops – and by seeking to improve, you're already showing one of the most important leadership qualities. Let's start with the foundation of all great leadership: communication. It's not just about giving orders or making presentations – it's the key to engaging employees, boosting motivation, and driving performance. When you master communication, you transform from a good leader into an unforgettable one.

Do you often find yourself being critical and judgmental towards others, unable to control your negative thoughts and behavior? Do you struggle to maintain positive relationships due to your rude and mean comments? If so, it's time to take a step back and focus on cultivating greater self-awareness and compassion with 30 Days to Stop Being an Asshole. This comprehensive mindfulness program features 30 unique exercises designed to help you identify the underlying causes of your critical behavior, cultivate self-compassion, and build healthier, more supportive relationships. With each ...

Are you self-aware, rational, and pragmatic, yet still unable to achieve the results you want in your management, business or career? Success in business doesn’t solely depend on diligent planning, executing and ‘doing’. The ‘human factor’ plays a vital role in accomplishment and prosperity. As an executive or a business owner, your success depends first and foremost on your mental conduct. It’s not enough to learn tactical methods and techniques, or plan a strategy; in order to succeed in today’s competitive reality, you must first tackle your mental side and reprogram your ...

Most people don’t get what they deserve—they get what they negotiate. Leverage: How to Get What You Deserve is not another feel-good motivational book. It’s a tactical manual for anyone tired of being underpaid, overlooked, or outmaneuvered by louder, less capable people. In this brutally clear and unapologetically direct guide, you’ll learn how power actually works in the real world—whether you’re climbing the corporate ladder, building a business, or protecting your time and energy from being consumed by others. Drawing from principles used in finance, law, military strategy, ...

What if the most valuable asset in your career isn’t your resume—it's your voice? In today’s fast-changing professional world, visibility is power—and authenticity is currency. PRO VOICE is your step-by-step guide to turning what you know into what you earn by building a trusted personal brand, creating powerful digital content, and earning a “Knowledge Paycheck” in the new creator economy. Written by national career expert and Work It DAILY founder J.T. O’Donnell, this revolutionary playbook empowers white-collar professionals to reclaim their influence and future-proof their...

Unlock the Secrets of Nonverbal Communication—Master the Silent Language of Success. Are you ready to truly understand what people are thinking and feeling—without them saying a word? How to Read People and Decode Body Language in Everyday Life is your complete guide to interpreting nonverbal cues, mastering interpersonal dynamics, and using body language as a powerful tool to build trust, influence others, and thrive in both your personal and professional life. In this eye-opening guide, you will discover: How to sharpen your observational skills and read between the lines in everyday ...

Do you ever walk away from a conversation thinking, “Why did I say that?” Or worse, “Why didn’t I say anything at all?” What if confidence in conversations wasn’t about being louder, funnier, or more charismatic, but about learning to speak like yourself and actually be heard? Whether it’s awkward small talk, high-pressure work moments, or surface-level personal interactions, The Essentials of How to Talk to Anyone offers a fast-track guide to build the skills that matter most: confidence, clarity, and connection.

“There is nothing more valuable to your career, business and team survival than getting great referrals. Start reading Raving Referrals today and be sure to purchase enough copies for your entire team.” Dave Savage – Founder of Mortgage CoachInside Of Raving Referrals For Mortgage Pros Book… With over 30 years mortgage origination experience with over $1.5 Billion in closed mortgage loans between them, authors Todd Bookspan and Brandon Barnum share their exact system and secrets to success.Brand-new mortgage loan officer Doni Strickland used this system to create 69 referral ...

When Dave Munson set out to create the greatest leather bag in the world, he had no idea he would be creating one of the most respected and recognized leather brands in the world at the same time. From dodging hitmen in Mexico to getting launched into the air by a raging bull, living in one of the most dangerous cities in the world with Blue, his beloved black Lab and even accidentally working for the mafia. It came together.

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As Darwin famously observed, the beaks of each generation of Galapagos Island finches change to accommodate shifting food resources, allowing the birds to survive by adapting their capabilities to the new environment. Today's business people should take note: In the post-crisis economy, traditional career strategies spell professional extinction, but the fluid new "gig economy" offers tremendous potential for anyone willing to adapt.

There’s so much more to teaching yoga than doing yoga - from building a relationship with a studio (or opening your own) to navigating client relationships, publicizing classes, and avoiding burnout. Sage Rountree has been training yoga teachers for over a decade, and she’s heard the same concerns over and over: How can I help my students best? How can I keep my teaching fresh? How can I make smart choices around my schedule, my money, and the next steps in my career? The Professional Yoga Teacher’s Handbook speaks directly to these concerns in a warm, friendly voice.

Successful leaders have a plan. They want to duplicate themselves as leaders. This plan doesn't happen by accident. Follow this plan. Instead of wishing and hoping for leaders, this audiobook will give you the step-by-step activities to actually create leaders. Yes, there is a plan for building leaders, and it is simple to follow. Discover how to give ordinary distributors a leadership test to determine if they are ready to enter the path of leadership.

An inspiring memoir from the CEO of Dick’s Sporting Goods about building a multibillion-dollar business, coming to the defense of embattled youth sports programs, and taking a principled - and highly controversial - stand against the types of guns that are too often used in mass shootings and other tragedies.

From the global #1 bestselling author of ChatGPT for Lawyers — comes the ultimate playbook for building a modern, 6-figure law firm with AI, automation, and digital legal systems. Are you still billing by the hour? Drowning in admin? Chasing clients instead of attracting them? The AI Lawyer’s Toolkit (2025 Edition) is your jargon-free, easy-to-follow guide to transforming your legal practice with the power of artificial intelligence, automation, and scalable business systems. Whether you’re a solo attorney, small firm owner, or legal consultant — this book will show you how to work ...

Introverts gather around! A solution to your small-talk woes is imminent. The most famous introverts in the world - among them Eleanor Roosevelt, Gandhi, and even Elon Musk - have known the secret to building connections while staying true to yourself, and now, it is your turn. In Networking for Introverts, we will present the solution to annoying small talk with people you have just met and introduce you to the power of using vulnerability and curiosity in networking.

Don't take the LSAT without developing this vital skill first! We've helped numerous students improve their score with a simple trick that gives them a shocking advantage over the competition. Get a higher LSAT score, and get into the law school of your dreams! This is a unique mastery program that does more than just build your vocabulary - it teaches you to read using context clues, helping you understand the vocabulary words on a deeper level. Don't just memorize your vocabulary words - master them!