Career Design

How did Ford Motors use Lean development to pull off one of the most impressive corporate turnarounds in history? Largely by avoiding the mistakes that so many companies make when in a death spiral. They looked beyond manufacturing efficiency to change the very fundamentals of how they developed vehicles. In Designing the Future, Lean product development expert James Morgan and world-renowned Lean guru Jeffrey K. Liker reveal why so many companies have achieved only moderate success with Lean in operations, with a limited impact on their overall business.

Want to sell your expertise and skills? Well, now you can! In today’s world, teaching online courses is a great way to build passive income. In fact, online learning is the education of the future! Over the past five years, the online teaching market has exploded into a billion dollar industry. And you (and your bank account) can ride this massive wave. Learn the A to Z of creating your first online course from scratch and start making money.

Conquer the ASPPA QKS Exam: Your Guide to a Career as a Qualified 401(k) Specialist is an essential resource for professionals seeking to advance their expertise in 401(k) plan management and achieve the prestigious QKS certification. This comprehensive guide covers the core concepts and principles necessary to excel in the field, including the fundamentals of defined contribution plans, employee deferrals, matching contributions, and the intricacies of 401(k) plan design and setup. In addition to exploring the technical aspects of 401(k) plans, the guide delves into the critical ...

Conquer the ASPPA CBS Exam: Your Guide to a Career as a Cash Balance Specialist is a comprehensive resource designed to help you master the complexities of cash balance plans and achieve certification as a Cash Balance Specialist (CBS). This guide covers every aspect of cash balance plan management, including plan design, compliance with ERISA regulations, fiduciary responsibilities, and investment strategies. It provides in-depth explanations of key topics such as liability-driven investing, nondiscrimination testing, and the intricacies of plan conversions. The guide also includes ...

Building a Badass Boutique - Your 10-Touch Journey to Designing a Fitness Studio That Rocks takes operators through the key areas of Purpose, Pain, Positioning, People, Programming, Place, Processes, Plan, Pace, and Polish. The 10 touchpoints are unpacked clearly and comprehensively, offering new lenses, and allowing you, the business owner, to establish authentic foundations that will set you up to optimize and scale. Emma Barry is a global fitness authority advising the sector’s fastest growing segments: boutique studios, budget clubs, and fit tech start-ups.

Are you an indie author struggling to find that elusive bond with a professional cover artist? An illustrator trying to break onto the professional scene? A publisher juggling both at the same time? Or even a group of authors working on a special project? Then this is the one, fact-filled book that you will want to carry as you embark on your own journey towards either the creation of or contracting for a fabulous book cover that will ensure the success of your book publishing endeavor. Come for the invaluable information. Stay for the fun.

Art has been a staple in most cultures across the world, firmly having rooted itself as a means of communicating one’s understanding of themselves and the world around them. A great number of people in the world develop a natural passion for the act of creation, irrespective of talent. However, most of those who pursue the arts start off self-taught, and when they get to the point where they can take classes, there is a mix of bad habits and misunderstood techniques that they have to unlearn in order to improve.

Ifeomasinachi Ike delivers a moving and impactful exploration of why equity is so important, the shortcomings of institutional diversity and inclusion (D&I) initiatives, and how we creatively and boldly design cultures centering the expertise of those who know firsthand how inequity has shaped work culture. The book examines the dynamics of normalized institutional oppression, offers real-world case studies, and provides listeners with new practices, key performance indicators (KPIs), and milestones for measuring the success of modern DEI efforts.

The secrets to true fulfillment can seem so far out of reach, buried under a mountain of anxieties and obligations which threatens to swallow us up. But there is a way to sort through this maze of confusion and pain, to rediscover the joy of living!

Are you a personal trainer? Are you looking to grow your business, but are not sure how to get started? Then this short book is for you. 14 Ways To Get More Personal Training Clients helps you understand what you need to do in order to scale up by recognizing the type of business that you have and then choosing the right strategy. It helps you navigate through the complexities of promoting yourself in this digital age, and provides step-by-step instructions for social media marketing.

Do you want to create social impact, but feel there must be a better way? There is. So many problems the world faces go largely unaddressed because social entrepreneurs are unaware that they hold the power to design a better organization for creating more effective social impact. Not anymore.

Meetings are broken. They are relics from a bygone era of top-down hierarchies and factory-like procedures—designed to issue orders, flaunt power, and keep the hierarchy intact. In today’s digital, collaborate-or-bust era, this model isn’t just inefficient, it actively harms employees and organizations. Drawing on decades of research and stories from leading companies like Google, Salesforce, Pixar, YouTube, and Dropbox, Your Best Meeting Ever provides a blueprint to transform your meetings from monotonous, soul-crushing time sinks into powerful tools for collaboration.

Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi was the preeminent leader and freedom fighter of Indian nationalism in British-ruled India. Employing nonviolent civil disobedience, Gandhi led India to independence and inspired movements for civil rights and freedom across the world. The honorific Mahatma is now used worldwide. He is also called Bapu in India. Although Gandhi has left physically, his teachings will remain forever.

Discover the ins and outs of a captivating, high-demand world with our eBook, "The Write Path." This enriching guide dives deep into the realm of technical writing, an industry shrouded in mystery yet bursting with potential—a whole world begging to be explored. "The Write Path" is a comprehensive, step-by-step guidebook to unravel the mystique of technical writing. This golden ticket of an eBook wields the power to turn a novice into a knowledgeable writer, equipping readers with a robust skillset to conquer industry demands. Chapter by chapter, we journey from the roots of technical ...

"Conquer the Tattooing Theory Exam: Your Guide to a Career as a Tattoo Artist" is a comprehensive study guide designed to help aspiring tattoo artists prepare for their certification exams and succeed in their careers. The guide covers essential topics, including the history and cultural significance of tattooing, anatomy and physiology of the skin, and sanitation and safety practices. Detailed chapters on tattoo design and artistry provide foundational knowledge on principles of design, developing an artistic style, and collaborating with clients to create custom tattoos. The book ...

Unlock the secret to work/life harmony with "The Ultimate You: A 6-Step Journey to Work/Life Harmony for Entrepreneurs" by Mark Siegel, narrated by Bruce Richardson. If you're a driven entrepreneur, solopreneur, or small business owner grappling with work/life balance, this audiobook offers a transformative roadmap. Discover the power to achieve holistic success—health, wealth, and love—through practical steps and profound insights. Mark Siegel's expert guidance takes you from envisioning your ideal life to taking inspired actions that yield tangible results.

Learn the simple steps to make strong arguments that win people over in any talk. They'll Say Yes: Persuasion by Design shows you how to build arguments that get results without being pushy.

Drawing on his experience as a web designer, marketing consultant, and successful entrepreneur, Paul J. Scott breaks key web startup concepts into easy-to-use tips and advice. Whether you’re looking to revolutionize an industry or just change your own life, this is the one book you need before launching your online business.

The old cliché is that smart companies underpromise and overdeliver. But in today's crowded market, underpromising is a ticket to oblivion. Rick Barrera shows how to make sure that every point of contact between your company and its customers is well executed and fulfills an over-the-top brand promise to drive word of mouth and rapid growth.

Threading the Needle: A Fashion Designer’s Guide to Successfully Launching Your First Collection will also provide guidance on how to establish relationships with suppliers, manufacturers, and retailers, as well as tips for managing finances and budgeting effectively. The goal is to help you avoid common pitfalls and overcome obstacles as you launch your first collection—this book will hopefully serve as your main point of reference on your journey as you continue to make an impact on the world.