Social Work Development

The latest bestseller from Paul Connolly, this is an uncensored account of his extraordinary true life story and lifelong struggle to overcome an abusive childhood and build a normal life for himself and his family. Literally abandoned with the rubbish at 2 weeks old and taken into the care system of the London Borough of Tower Hamlets, Paul Connolly was sent to the notorious St Leonard’s home in Essex, where he regularly heard that he was 'not normal' during years of mental, physical and sexual abuse. Childhood friendships made and lost. Total Neglect. Starvation. Sending an illiterate, ...

Whether in our business interactions or in our relationships at home, we all sometimes wish we were more effective communicators. That we could articulate our meaning more clearly, leaving no room for misinterpretation. That we could hold our audiences interest, and dictate the direction of our conversations. This ebook will explore the conscious and subconscious messages we send out during every conversation we hold. How our choice of words can affect how we are viewed, what our body language says about us and how our view of the world is affecting how we are seen by others. We will then ...

When studying social work, it can be difficult to find the time to step back and think about what it actually means to be a social worker. Now in its third edition, How to Be a Social Worker critically examines the knowledge base of social work and encourages you to explore how your own values...

Feeling stuck in your career? Do meetings feel like a minefield, or are your messages constantly misunderstood? "Communication at the Workplace" is your definitive solution. In this practical and immediately applicable guide, Phil Robert Lucky, a recognized expert in business communication, shows you how to transform your interactions in every professional setting. This isn't just theory; it's a proven roadmap to mastering the essential skills that truly drive career growth. You'll discover how to: Build Strong Relationships: Create authentic connections with colleagues, superiors, and ...

Emotional Intelligence: Behaviors and Habits for Career Growth is Book 1 in the Leadership’s Most Wanted series—a 3-part journey co-developed with Todd Gilmore. In this first installment, Jessop helps you build your internal EQ: self-awareness, emotional control, empathy, and purposeful communication.

Struggling with texting women? You get ghosted all the time, and you can't seem to figure out how to keep these women in your orbit? If you’re tired of getting ghosted, left on read, or stuck in the friend zone, it’s because you’ve been texting women the wrong way. The truth? Most men are trying too hard—and it’s killing attraction. In this book, I break down why doing less gets better results and how to master the art of texting women without chasing, over-investing, or losing your power.

Preparing for the ASWB Bachelors exam requires more than memorization — it demands a clear understanding of how social work concepts apply in real-world situations. Conquer the ASWB Bachelors Exam provides a structured, comprehensive review of the core topics tested on the exam, helping you build both knowledge and confidence. This guide covers essential areas including human development, diversity and cultural responsiveness, assessment, intervention planning, ethics, and professional practice. Each chapter is designed to reinforce key concepts through clear explanations that connect ...

One of the biggest myths that plagues the business world today is that our ability to network depends on having the “gift-of-gab.” You don’t have to be outgoing to be successful at networking. You don’t have to become a relentless self-promoter. In fact, you don’t have to act like an...

Step-by-Step to Stand-Up Comedy, written and narrated by Greg Dean, is a comprehensive guide for people who are funny, want to be funnier, or have dreams of being a stand-up comedian. This first-of-its-kind audiobook demystifies the craft of comedy by breaking it down to the fundamental skills used by professional funny people. Dean lays out these skills in simple-to-understand lessons that are easy to practice and master.

Despite the human race's extraordinary capacity for invention and progress, we clearly have a millennia-old blind spot in one all-important area: We don't understand evil -- what it is, how it works, and why it so routinely and effortlessly ruins our lives. Put another way, we don't understand ourselves.

To help you in becoming a more charismatic person, this guide goes through many actionable examples and strategies. As you press yourself to grow, you will find that there are so many experiences you have already had that will help formulate your ability to be successful. It’s time to take the plunge and grow!

Do you ever feel misunderstood despite your best intentions? Ever wonder why your brilliance doesn't always translate into respect or results? What if the most significant obstacle between you and extraordinary success isn't your skill set, but your emotional blindspots? In Low Emotional Intelligence, Sandra Jessop—a seasoned executive known for leading multimillion-dollar projects—reveals the hidden patterns that technical mastery alone can’t overcome.

This carefully curated collection brings together some of the most influential works ever written on mindset, strategy, influence, discipline, psychology and inner mastery. Timeless texts that have shaped leaders, thinkers, and strategists, carefully updated for modern listeners.

4 Essential Keys to Effective Communication in Love, Life, Work--Anywhere! is an excellent 'How-To Guide' teaching some of the key skills that will help you identify and overcome communication barriers and achieve relationship success with the important people in your life--your spouse or partner, child or children, parents, siblings, friends, co-workers, customers--everyone!

Prepare with confidence using Conquer the ASWB Associate Exam, a comprehensive and focused study guide designed to help you master the essential concepts required for success on the ASWB Bachelor’s-level social work licensing exam. This guide delivers clear, structured coverage of assessment, human behavior, ethics, and professional practice, all aligned with the core domains tested on the exam. Each chapter breaks down complex topics into concise, easy-to-follow explanations that build your understanding step by step. From foundational interviewing techniques and mental status evaluation...

If you're the parent of a "smart but scattered" teen, trying to help him or her grow into a self-sufficient, responsible adult may feel like a never-ending battle. Now you have an alternative to micromanaging, cajoling, or ineffective punishments. This positive guide provides a science-based program for promoting teens' independence by building their executive skills - the fundamental brain-based abilities needed to get organized, stay focused, and control impulses and emotions.

What if you could turn ChatGPT into your most reliable employee—working 24/7, never calling in sick, and helping you build real income streams even if you have zero experience? ChatGPT Side Hustles That Work in 2026 is your practical, no-fluff guide to unlocking 400 proven AI-powered income ideas designed for today’s digital economy. This audiobook goes beyond theory. It shows you exactly how everyday people are using ChatGPT to launch profitable side hustles from home—without coding skills, marketing degrees, or big upfront investments.

Discover how people grow, adapt, and thrive within the networks of relationships and environments that surround them. Growing Minds, Shaping Worlds: Understanding and Applying Ecological Systems Theory explores Urie Bronfenbrenner’s groundbreaking model of human development and reveals how family, school, community, culture, and history all interact to shape our lives. This accessible yet comprehensive book offers a clear guide to understanding the five systems—microsystem, mesosystem, exosystem, macrosystem, and chronosystem—and shows why development can never be explained by ...

Have you ever had that sinking feeling that your career’s going nowhere and that if you could only find half the confidence your colleagues seem to have, you could find the success and fulfillment you crave? This clear yet empathetic guide will show you the path towards increasing your confidence at work, arm yourself with the tools you need no matter what chaos is unraveling around you.

Are emotional roadblocks hindering your personal growth? Do your emotions control your career success? Discover why some relationships flourish while others fail. You're not alone—many struggle with managing emotions, impacting relationships. What if you could overcome these hurdles and lead a more fulfilled life? Introducing Emotional Intelligence Unlocked: A Guide to More Fulfilling Relationships, empowering you to navigate emotions for meaningful interactions and life success.