Business Strategy

What does it take for a business owner to be happy after leaving the business? Multiple surveys show that a majority of owners have regrets a year after leaving their businesses. After the initial “vacation period” of travel and recreation, too often they find themselves adrift without their companies. They lack the activity, purpose and identity that their businesses provided. The Exit Planning Coach Handbook is a guide for advisors to business owners. We believe that entrepreneurs need to move forward towards exciting goals. That is what made them successful in the first place, and ...

Successful Leaders Aren't Bullies empowers good leaders to choose leadership and to understand the benefits of leading with healthy behaviors and to intervene and to stop bullying. It will inspire and mobilize bullied victims to overcome and to thrive by presenting examples of resilient and healthy individuals and organizations.

Visionaries like Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos have demonstrated the power of reimagining what's possible. Now, this transformative new guide taps into the mindsets and strategies of today's boldest innovators - showing you how to challenge assumptions, unlock creative breakthroughs, and execute world-changing visions.

At the very heart of all the success and failure I've been exposed to - both my own entrepreneurial journey and through the thousands of interviews I've conducted on my podcast - are a set of principles that can stand the test of time, apply to any industry, and be used by anyone who is search of building something great or becoming someone great.

The US Census Bureau reported 32,570,855 small businesses operating across the States. Allegedly, every tenth American runs their own business. But a follow-up story discloses that 76.2% of businesses that had no employees accounted for merely 4% of SMB sales. As the memory of the 2008 financial recession fades away and the stories of funded startups crossing the 1 billion dollar mark, both regular workers and college students dream about running a successful business, relieved from the boredom of their corporate job or a life spent in a cubicle while paying off debts and mortgages. "126 ...

Discretion, secrecy, and subtle strategy were the weapons of choice at Wall Street investment bank Lazard Frères & Co. For more than a century, the mystique and reputation of the "Great Men" who worked there allowed the firm to garner unimaginable profits, social cachet, and outsized influence in the halls of power. But in the mid-1980s, their titanic egos started getting in the way, and the Great Men of Lazard jeopardized all they had built.

Write a foolproof business plan that will set your budding business on the road to success from the get-go. When you set out on a road trip, do you leave the map behind? Do you decide to just wing it and see where you end up? You can use Writing a Business Plan Made Simple for Small Businesses and Entrepreneurs as your guide. With a comprehensive breakdown of everything you need in a stellar business plan, this audiobook is your one-stop guide whether you’re a first-time entrepreneur or experienced business owner.

The Engaged Leader addresses why leaders need to master a new way of developing relationships, which begins by stepping out of traditional hierarchies; how to listen at scale, share to shape, and engage to transform; the art of making this transformative mind shift; and the science of applying the right tools to meet your strategic goals. This transformation is not optional. Those who choose not to make this change will be abandoned for those who inspire people to follow them.

Is it truly possible to make a great living without a boss breathing down your neck? You can find the answers to this and more in the pages of this book. From basic terminology, to the bidding process, to getting your contracting business off the ground and truly thriving, I'll walk you step-by-step through the often overwhelming process of getting government work. In today's world, there's just no excuse to live your life paycheck-to-paycheck locked in a cubicle. I'll show you how to break out of that grayscale life and into a life with opportunity in the world of government contracting. ...

The author argues that in an extremely cluttered marketplace, traditional differentiation is no longer enough—today companies need “radical differentiation” to create lasting value for their shareholders and customers.

With so many to choose from, why should I consider this book? There are so many side hustle, how to make money books out there. Some provide ‘quick wins’, ’10 proven techniques’ or claim to have a ‘no effort’ shortcut way to a second income. We all dream of finding a passive income, a magic money tree from which we can pick the fruit whenever we wish. We all want to find something that requires little effort and will happen overnight. If that’s what you are looking for, then "Side Hustle The low cost, step-by-step guide to business success" isn’t for you. Because, and ...

In this expanded second edition, The Zig Zag Principle continues to offer a proven strategy for achieving business goals through strategic flexibility and resourceful planning. Building on the original's foundational concepts—assessing resources, adapting to change, and leveraging multiple opportunities—this edition integrates contemporary insights and real-world examples, including a fresh look at the impact of artificial intelligence.

AI and the Ongoing Collapse V: Your Navigation Roadmap for Living in the World of Pure Intelligence The AI revolution isn’t coming—it’s here. The world is reorganizing at an unprecedented pace, and those who fail to adapt will be left behind. AI and the Ongoing Collapse V isn’t just another book on artificial intelligence—it’s your wake-up call and survival guide for the new reality. This is not theory, speculation, or empty futurism. This is about alignment with intelligence—the fundamental shift that will determine who thrives and who gets swept away. Most people still think...

GOLD WINNER - 2025 Heart & Hustle Book Awards Stop Dreaming About Making It as an Author and Start Building a Sustainable Business You Love Are you tired of earning meager royalties or Amazon deposits? Do you dream of turning your passion for writing into a thriving business? In The Profitable Author, publishing veteran Sharon Woodhouse reveals the insider secrets to creating a multi-faceted author career that goes beyond book sales.Drawing on over 25 years of experience as an indie publisher, Woodhouse provides a practical framework for building a sustainable and rewarding author life. ...

Discover the Ultimate Blueprint to Launch and Grow Your Successful Plumbing Business with "Plumbing Business 101"! Get ready to dive into the world of plumbing, unlocking the secrets to building a prosperous business from scratch. This eye-opening and comprehensive eBook will guide you through every step of the process - from mastering the plumbing basics to implementing advanced techniques. Whether you're a seasoned professional or a complete novice, "Plumbing Business 101" has something for everyone! Inside this game-changing guide, you'll uncover: ✅ A solid foundation in plumbing ...

Unlock the secrets to mass-market success with Selling to the Masses: Cash In on the Herd Mentality. In today's world, understanding how to sell effectively is the key to dominating your niche and reaching a vast audience. This book reveals the psychology behind herd mentality and shows you how to tap into it to boost your sales. You'll discover proven techniques and strategies on how to sell your product or service to large groups. Whether you're just starting out or looking to sharpen your sales skills, this book is your roadmap to building a business that thrives on mass appeal. It’s ...

What is our situation? What’s the Big Idea? Do we dare? Who is with us? What are we good at? What are we doing that’s different, and how will we take people with us? What steps must we take, and in what order? How do we get better as we go? How are things arranged? How will strategy change us? If you want to be a great athlete, train. If you want to be a great pianist, practise. If you want to be an effective strategist, hire forty­ five consultants, undertake a six-month review, and produce a two­-hundred and fifty-page document... ...or not. Strategy is becoming more complicated, ...

In Ruthless Consistency, Michael Canic identifies the three surprising reasons most strategic change initiatives fail: Leaders unwittingly send mixed messages that demotivate their people and undermine those initiatives; leaders focus on what they do instead of what their people experience; and leaders are not as committed as they think they are or need to be. The book then introduces an intuitive yet comprehensive model for success.

Legendary 17th century swordsman Miyamoto Musashi’s exposition of sword fighting, strategy and Zen philosophy. Required reading for any martial artist, business person or student of strategy. Includes the one hour Zen inspired soundtrack The Mysterious Sound of Wind in the Bamboo. Performed on authentic Japanese instruments.

Smarter ads. Better leads. Lower costs. All thanks to AI. Google Ads AI Expertise is your shortcut to launching, optimizing, and scaling Google Ads campaigns using AI-powered tools and tactics. This book is for entrepreneurs and marketers ready to stop guessing and start converting. Step-by-step strategy to create profitable Google Ads campaigns Use AI to write headlines, identify keywords, and optimize ad spend Campaign tracking with GA4, SEMrush, and ChatGPT analysis workflows Common mistakes and budget-saving fixes for small ad accountsDon’t waste money on underperforming ads. Learn to...