Smart Growth

To help people develop their potential, to articulate and become the self that they want to be, are capable of being, and that best serves them and others in the short and long term is what we as individuals and leaders strive toward.

Brevity is confidence. Length is fear. This is the guiding principle of Smart Brevity, a communication formula built by Axios journalists to prioritize essential news and information, explain its impact and deliver it in a concise and visual format. In this revised and updated edition, the...

The Geek Way reveals a new way to get big things done and shows how to change the way you think about work, teams, projects, and culture, and give you the insight and tools you need to harness our human superpowers of learning and cooperation. "A handbook for disruptors." —Eric Schmidt What is...

Are you ready to finally take control of your financial future, but feel overwhelmed by the complex world of investing? Do terms like "stock market," "bonds," "diversification," and "capital gains" leave you feeling lost? You're not alone. For too long, the path to building wealth through investing stocks and bonds has been shrouded in jargon and mystery, making it seem inaccessible to everyday people. But what if you could unlock the secrets of smart money management, understand the fundamentals of equity and fixed income, and confidently build a profitable portfolio that works for you? ...

You built a successful business. Now it feels like it's running you. Entrepreneurs and leadership teams often get trapped by their own success. They put out fires while teams work in silos. Momentum slows somewhere between $5 million and $20 million. Growth feels more like grinding than winning.

Escape the hardgainer trap and build serious muscle mass with a straightforward 12-week strength training blueprint. Whether you are balancing family duties, pushing through a busy professional commute, or simply tired of being the skinny guy, this motivational guide fits seamlessly into a...

In Detours, Elizabeth Smart explores how trauma can derail one’s path in life and shares her struggles with captivity, reintegration, and resilience. Using the metaphor of life as a road, Smart introduces four key “Rest Stops” for navigating life’s detours—grieving lost paths, embracing change, seeking connections, and redefining destinations. Through themes of hope, community, and self-discovery, she inspires listeners to find strength in their own journeys toward healing.

Are you worried that one wrong click, one bad crowd, or one "stupid mistake" could derail your son's entire future before he even sees it coming? In today's world, raising a teenage boy feels like navigating a minefield. From the pressure of "dare culture" and vaping to the rise of online radicalization and aggressive masculinity influencers, the risks your son faces are more complex than ever before. You want him to be strong and independent, but you also want him to come home safe every night. The All-In-One Guide To Raise Street-Smart Teen Boys is the definitive manual for parents who ...

One lesson per day. One theme per month. One year to raise a street-smart, mentally strong kid. Raising Street-Smart, Mentally Strong Kids is a 365-day workbook for parents of children ages 8–14: Build unshakeable self-awareness and emotional strength Teach your child to navigate friendships, conflict, and social pressure Prepare them for the digital world, without fear or naivety Develop real-world skills: safety, money, independence, and judgment Raise a child with genuine grit, character, and the confidence to back it up The world your child is growing up in is more complicated, more ...

Real-life courage, one story at a time. Every girl faces moments of doubt — a scary audition, an unkind comment, a project that falls apart the day it's due. Inspiring Stories for Smart Girls is a collection of 16 short stories about ordinary girls who meet those everyday moments with courage, kindness, and quiet confidence — and discover how strong they really are. These aren't tales of famous women on faraway pedestals. They're relatable girls who feel just like your daughter — which is exactly why the lessons stick. Inside, 16 stories that build character: Melody burns three cakes ...

Unlock tax-free wealth and secure your retirement income with this empowering personal finance guide for aging savers. Whether you are commuting to the office or actively navigating the crucial financial decisions of your fifties and sixties, transforming taxes from a yearly nuisance into a...

A practical, encouraging guide to help teens understand money, build smart habits, and develop the confidence to make strong financial decisions. Watching your teen navigate spending, saving, and financial pressure without clear guidance can be overwhelming. This audiobook offers practical tools to help teens understand how money works, avoid common financial mistakes, and develop responsible habits that support long-term independence. Your teen will learn how to create simple budgets, make thoughtful spending choices, and set meaningful savings goals.

Is she "growing up fast" but still missing the gut instincts that keep young women safe? As a parent of a teen girl, you know the world has changed. It is no longer just about the "stranger in the park." Today, the stranger is in her pocket, the pressures are digital, and the "nice girl" conditioning we’ve taught our daughters can sometimes be their greatest vulnerability. Do you worry that her desire to be polite will stop her from trusting her gut? Are you caught between being a "helicopter parent" and feeling like you aren't doing enough to prepare her for independence? Equip your ...

**Narrated by the Author!** From the mindset you move with, to the habits you create, and the tools you carry—learn how to stay sharp, stay ready, and stay safe in every aspect of your daily life! Dannah Eve has always been street smart, and for the past several years, she has been sharing her...

Growing up doesn't come with a manual. Until now. Everything a Teen Boy Should Know is a supportive and honest guide designed to help teenage boys understand themselves, build confidence, and navigate the challenges of growing up in today's world. Being a teenager can feel overwhelming. Between school pressure, social media, friendships, body changes, and expectations from every direction, many boys feel confused, stressed, or unsure of who they are becoming. This book meets them exactly where they are, with clarity, respect, and reassurance. Written in a relatable and encouraging tone, ...

🚀 AI Tools. Real Results. Marketing That Works While You Sleep. What if you could automate your marketing, personalize every customer interaction, and double your ROI - without hiring a single employee? AI Marketing for Small Business is your step-by-step playbook to mastering artificial intelligence for growth, even if you don’t have a tech background or a full marketing team. You’ll learn how to: ✅ Generate high-performing content with AI - fast ✅ Predict customer actions and personalize marketing at scale ✅ Recover lost sales with AI-powered email and cart automation ✅ ...

Take your business to the next level by identifying the opportunities in your simple numbers. Looking for an investment opportunity with the capacity for long-term high yields? Put your business to work for you! Greg Crabtree demystifies common accounting and reveals the growth potential going unnoticed in your balance sheets. Learn how to make decisions based on data you already have to guide your business to be its best, most profitable self.

EVER FEEL LIKE EVERYTHING GOES WRONG AT THE WORST POSSIBLE MOMENT? You study for hours... and blank out during the test. You finally get the courage to say something... and it comes out completely wrong. You make a plan, get excited, and then something unexpected ruins everything. Welcome to Murphy's Law. If you've ever felt frustrated, embarrassed, unlucky, overwhelmed, or convinced that life keeps throwing obstacles in your way, you're not alone. The truth is: Every teen faces setbacks. Every teen makes mistakes. Every teen has awkward moments, bad days, and plans that fall apart. The ...

Help your teen calm stress, overthinking, anxious thoughts, and daily pressure with practical tools they can use in real life. Anxiety and Worry for Teens is Coach Mary Rossignol’s calm, supportive guide for helping teens understand worry, manage emotional overwhelm, and feel more grounded when life feels stressful or uncertain. Today’s teens face school pressure, social stress, fear of failure, constant comparison, and the pressure to always keep it together. When worry takes over, even small moments can feel big.

¿Tu hija está creciendo rápido pero todavía le faltan los instintos que mantienen seguras a las jóvenes? Como padre o madre de una adolescente, sabes que el mundo ha cambiado. Ya no se trata solo del "desconocido en el parque". Hoy, el desconocido está en su bolsillo, las presiones son digitales, y la educación de "niña buena" que les damos a nuestras hijas puede convertirse, sin querer, en su mayor vulnerabilidad. ¿Te preocupa que su deseo de ser amable le impida confiar en sus propios instintos? ¿Sientes que estás entre ser un padre o madre sobreprotector y no hacer lo ...