Performance Theory

AN INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER The definitive, behind-the-scenes look at the most popular sitcom of the last decade, packed with all-new, exclusive interviews with the producers and the entire cast—from journalist and the host of The Official Big Bang Theory Podcast, Jessica Radloff. The...

Learn the skills of a great modern musician and become a better artist and performer today. To say that the guitar is a complicated and versatile instrument is an understatement. Knowing how to play the instrument with good technique is challenging enough – learning music theory to level up your skills is another story. It’s no wonder then that up to 90% of new guitarists give up and abandon the instrument within a year. Don’t let yourself suffer the same fate. If you ever thought that learning music theory was beyond your reach, it's time to think again. These are the essential ...

Guitar Mastery: A Complete Guide: Basics to Virtuoso in Ten Easy Steps is an all-in-one guide for aspiring and advanced guitarists alike, crafted to help you master every aspect of playing. Part of the Music Mastery series by Modern Renaissance Publishing, this book offers a step-by-step approach to developing your skills, from choosing the right guitar and essential accessories to mastering advanced techniques. Each chapter focuses on building the foundational skills you need to progress confidently, while also providing advanced insights for those looking to reach the highest levels of ...

“Acting is a reflex, a mechanism for development and survival.... It isn’t ‘second nature,’ it is ‘first nature.’” —Declan Donnellan This immensely popular and ever-practical book on acting takes a scalpel to the heart of actors’ persistent fears, helping them to release their...

Millions of readers remember The Goal, the landmark business novel that sets forth by way of story the essential principles of Eliyahu Goldratt's innovative methods of production. Now, from the AGI-Goldratt Institute and Jeff Cox, the same creative writer who co-authored The Goal, comes VELOCITY...

'A rare and refreshing book about the role of chance in football.' Ian Graham, author of How to Win the Premier League *** What if what we know about football isn't true? What if we praise and criticise the wrong teams? What if Real Madrid have won the Champions League too many times and Pep...

Every organization has the same problems. Turnover. Silos. Communication breakdowns. Disengaged employees. Managers who can't seem to lead. And every organization reaches for the same solutions—engagement surveys, more training, culture initiatives, policy rewrites. The results rarely last. The problems plaguing your organization are predictable outputs of environmental factors that can be identified, mapped, and changed. Somewhere in your organization right now, talented, high performing people are updating their resumes.

Artificial intelligence (AI) and performance expert Josh Cavalier shares his in-depth knowledge and skills to help L&D professionals master learning experience design by using generative AI in their employee learning and development efforts. More than just a technical manual on generative AI or a collection of best prompt practices, this book explores how AI is reshaping jobs, skill development, and human performance. Cavalier provides his Learning and Development AI Ecosystem framework as a practical road map for integrating AI into your day-to-day work and your organization.

In The Science of Running, elite coach and exercise physiologist Steve Magness integrates the latest research with the training processes of the world's best runners, to deliver an in depth look at how to maximize your performance. It is a unique book that conquers both the scientific and practical points of running in two different sections. The first is aimed at identifying what limits running performance from a scientific standpoint. In section two, we turn to the practical application of this information and focus on the process of training to achieve your goals.

What would happen to international politics if the dead rose from the grave and started to eat the living? Daniel Drezner's groundbreaking book answers the question that other international relations scholars have been too scared to ask. Addressing timely issues with analytical bite, Drezner looks at how well-known theories from international relations might be applied to a war with zombies.

Have you considered joining a band and performing live or rekindling your passion for live performance after a long break? Live music fills venues worldwide every weekend, offering endless opportunities to watch and enjoy. If you're like me, you’d rather be on stage playing. You might not know where to begin, whether just starting out or returning after a long break (life happens!). Mastering Live Music Performance is an easy-to-read guide to help you get back into the groove. What’s included in Mastering Live Music Performance: 1. Chapter 1: Getting Started: Finding Your Groove 1.1. ...

Brought to you by Penguin. A masterclass in telling stories - and how they shape our world - from the internationally renowned narrative expert To command narrative is to control a sometimes frightening power. What is it that turbocharges some tales, and how is it possible to harness that...

Computational chemistry has quietly become the engine behind modern chemical discovery, materials design, and molecular understanding. Yet for many chemists, the world of quantum calculations, molecular simulations, and high‑performance computing still feels opaque, fragmented, or locked behind specialist jargon and software manuals. This book offers a clear, structured path into computational chemistry, turning complex theory and algorithms into a practical toolkit that working chemists, graduate students, and researchers can actually use. Inside this book, readers will learn how to: ...

Management is not about controlling people. It is about understanding the game they are playing—and changing it. Every workplace is a network of competing interests, hidden motivations, imperfect information, and strategic choices. Employees respond to incentives. Departments protect their priorities. Teams cooperate—or fail to cooperate—based on trust, fairness, and expectations. Game Theory for Management transforms the principles of game theory into practical tools for solving the problems managers face every day.

Unlock the oldest attention technology in human history—stripped of the superstition. The modern professional has been trained to view ritual as a relic of a primitive past. We worship the logical intellect, demanding spreadsheets, data models, and rational justifications for every decision. Yet, when faced with profound, irrational blocks—like crippling imposter syndrome, chronic procrastination, or burnout—our logical arguments fail us. Why? Because conscious, analytical reasoning represents only a tiny fraction of our processing power. The deeper mind—the parallel supercomputer ...

Embark on an electrifying journey through the invisible waves that connect our world with "Antenna Mastery," the definitive guide that propels you into the heart of modern communication technology. Whether you are a budding enthusiast with a curiosity for the airwaves or a seasoned professional aiming to hone your skills, this comprehensive tome will enlighten and challenge you in equal measure. Grasp the invisible—the book begins with a profound introduction to antenna design, setting the stage for an adventure that explores the evolution of this pivotal technology and its unparalleled ...

Most leadership books tell you what to do. This one asks who you must become. You already know something is missing. Not intelligence. Not competence. Not strategy or experience or will. You have read the books, attended the programs, internalized the models. And still, there are moments when none of it holds. The room goes tense, and you cannot shift it. You stand in front of your team with the right words and the right data, and the room does not move. You could feel what was needed. You could not produce it. ART is Leadership is not a guide, a framework, or a model. It is a formation ...

In "La società della performance", Maura Gancitano e Andrea Colamedici proseguono la linea tracciata da Guy Debord con "La società dello spettacolo" e da Byung-Chul Han con "Psicopolitica", rivelando come la condizione dell'uomo contemporaneo sia strutturata per sostituire al mondo l'imitazione del mondo, all'espressione di sé l'esibizione di sé, alla narrazione lo storytelling, alla ricerca del senso della vita la ricerca di un livello sempre maggiore di benessere e visibilità.

Master productivity and conquer burnout with a science-backed goal setting system designed for overloaded professionals. Escape the endless cycle of fleeting motivation and learn to align your deepest values with concrete, daily habits. This practical audio guide meets you exactly where you are...

STOP TRYING TO BUILD A DYNASTY WITH RAIN SOUNDS. The entire self-help industry has lied to you. For decades, gurus have preached the "Sedation Model"—telling you that to reprogram your subconscious mind, you must relax, slow down, and listen to gentle nature sounds. They are wrong. Biologically, relaxation signals safety and satiety. It floods your brain with chemicals that tell you the hunt is over. But you are not here to sleep. You are here to conquer. You are a Trader facing a volatile market. You are an Athlete breaking a physical plateau. You are a Titan looking to silence the chaos...