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How to launch a successful startup without embarrassing mistakes. What if you could learn more from my failures than from all of Elon Musk's successes combined? Imagine if you could spare yourself years of heartache and self-loathing pounding your head against mistakes I've already made for you. Amazon best-selling author Lucas Carlson presents an entrepreneurship book unlike any other out there.

How do you Seamlessly Integrate CPD Hours into Your Busy Schedule? EASY you do your CPD while driving, sitting on the train, walking the dog or while you're at the gym! Welcome to a new way to do CPD. No more juggling tight project deadlines, client meetings, and site visits, all while trying to carve out time for Continuous Professional Development (CPD). In today's fast-paced world, finding time for CPD can feel nearly impossible for architects. You're not alone in this struggle; it's a common challenge due to the demanding nature of the profession.

How your board members, investors, customers, partners and employees perceive, react and think under differing situations will either unlock the exponential financial value harbored within your company – or, block it. Managing these deeper codes is a craft which eludes too many CEOs and senior executives. As a result, they misplay the most critical inflection points where real financial value can be created – including enterprise sales, M&A transactions, financings, exits, reorganizations and negotiations.

Passing Notes to Strangers pulls the best advice from business, writing, advertising, entrepreneurship, psychology, and pop culture. Clarify your communication, upgrade your methods, and improve your outcomes.

In Create Something, first-generation El Salvadorian American Lilly Benitez shares the story of how she created something out of nothing. From a road trip in the 90s through Dallas to Central America to the establishment of her passion project, the Blade Craft Barber Academy, in 2015, this dual narrative delivers a rare glimpse into the trials and triumphs of a first-generation entrepreneur.

Dive into the world of artisanal cheesemaking from the comfort of your home. 'How to Start a Home-Based Cheesemaking Business' provides you with the knowledge and tools to transform your passion for cheese into a profitable venture. This step-by-step guide is perfect for culinary enthusiasts ready to create their own brand, manage production, and navigate the business side of a cheese enterprise.

In Create Something, first-generation El Salvadorian American Lilly Benitez shares the story of how she created something out of nothing. From a road trip in the 90s through Dallas to Central America to the establishment of her passion project, the Blade Craft Barber Academy, in 2015, this dual narrative delivers a rare glimpse into the trials and triumphs of a first-generation entrepreneur.

The Diversity Recruiting Blueprint is a comprehensive guidebook that offers practical solutions for talent leaders who want to create a more inclusive and diverse workforce through effective recruiting practices. This book provides a proven framework for executing a successful diversity recruiting plan and addresses the roadblocks that hinder diversity recruiting strategy.

In this quietly life-changing book, Lucy Fuggle shares a collection of musings on the art of courageously finding your way when you need it most, grounded in the beauty, wisdom, and comfort of nature. Woven into her musings on nature and life are poignant lessons about acceptance and self-love, exuding a warm aura of comfort, compassion, and solace. It’s a book to turn to at the most difficult moments: during anxiety, depression, or when feeling lost. Turn to any chapter for a balm for the soul—and a reminder that things will get easier and more beautiful.

Do you want to be recognized and paid by people as an authority figure in your niche or area of expertise? Even if you think you have a massive following or have a following/fan base of zero, this audiobook will enable you to multiply your impact and personal brand on and off-line! Think about a public figure you look up to right now. At one point, they started with no following! No one knew who they were or what they did, but they took control of their personal brand to earn their recognition. Now it's your turn!

As I Remember provides previously unrecorded accounts of a senior executive at Hughes Aircraft including the eventual transition to GM Hughes Electronics. As a member of the top-level management committee of the $15 billion company, Walker reflects on his involvement in the integration of Delco Electronics into the company, his role in the development of advanced automobile electronics, and various aspects of the company's relationship with its parent company General Motors.

Mastering presentation skills is one of the most important assets you can develop in your professional portfolio. We’ve heard that public speaking is the #1 fear and we’ve heard the beginners talk about ridiculous ideas like imagining a naked audience. Bogus! Now get exposed to the true secrets of the best speakers and presenters on the planet. The advanced strategies you will hear in this audio series come from two-time Toastmasters World Champion of Public Speaking Finalist, Rory Vaden.

Whether you're a new personal trainer, an expert nutritionist, local box owner, a seasoned chiropractor, an experienced physical therapist, a martial arts studio owner, or in another health and fitness related field, this book will show you how to use direct response marketing to build a business you love.

Inspiring stories from jewellery makers to basket weavers, artists to terrarium makers, printmakers to ceramicists, bring bags of real-world advice and inspiration for those wanting to take their first steps into this new artisanal economy. With more time at home than ever before, the restorative distraction of crafts and making has seen a mainstream resurgence. So too has the desire to 'make a living' from creating handmade products to sell, or to sell our creative skills.

There are so many hidden factors that influence the decisions your customers make, and it has little to do with the facts of your brand or the products you sell. They know they like a product or brand. They know that one service feels like a better value than another. They know that what you sell isn't a good fit, and they should head over to your competitor. But they usually don't know why they feel that way. They feel it, and that's good enough. This is where most companies miss the mark, deciding to throw all of their time, energy, and focus into conversion rate optimization to boost ...

In a world where traditional marketing methods are quickly fading, Marketing That Matters is your roadmap to crafting campaigns that resonate, spread like wildfire, and—most importantly—build trust. Today’s consumers are more discerning than ever. They crave authenticity, emotional connection, and stories that speak to their hearts. This book teaches you exactly how to meet those expectations. Drawing inspiration from some of the most influential thinkers in marketing—Robert Cialdini, Seth Godin, Donald Miller, and more—this book is packed with practical, actionable strategies for...

A winning pitch is more than just data points and charts—it's a compelling story that captivates from start to finish. Yet, crafting such a pitch is an art few have mastered, leading to lackluster presentations that leave audiences unconvinced and disinterested.

Pleasure is a much more important part of our lives than we give it credit for. In its many forms, it is what we all crave the most. But there are significant ways that we can work with pleasure, not just for enjoying life more, but also to be more effective, creative, caring, loving, healthy, spiritually connected and happy. By learning the individual skills that build pleasure and joy, and by using the powerful exercises, you will soon be able to make a life for yourself that is more deeply satisfying than you've ever imagined.

This is a collection of writings by the world famous author Steve Pavlina. The following topics are contained in this audio recording: THE CHALLENGE OF CHOOSING THE RIGHT CAREER, BEING AN ACHIEVER, MAKE PEOPLE FEEL GOOD, SELECTING PROJECTS WISELY, TRIPLE YOUR PERSONAL PRODUCTIVITY, HOW TO BUILD A STRONG WORK ETHIC, HOW TO BEAT THE COMPETITION, PERSONAL BRANDING, WHAT ARE THE ODDS OF BECOMING A BLACK BELT?

Power of Effective Communication: Master the Art of Clarity, Influence, and Connection In today's fast-paced world, effective communication is more than just speaking or writing—it’s about influencing, building relationships, and driving success. Whether you're a corporate professional, entrepreneur, leader, or someone looking to enhance your connections, "Power of Effective Communication" equips you with the skills to communicate with confidence, precision, and authenticity. Drawing from 40 years of leadership experience, this book provides a practical, results-driven approach to ...