High Intelligence

Legions of salespeople and their leaders are coming face to face with a cold hard truth: what once gave salespeople a competitive edge—controlling the sales process, command of product knowledge, an arsenal of technology, and a great pitch—are no longer guarantees of success. Yet this is where the vast majority of the roughly $20 billion spent each year on sales training goes. It's no wonder many companies are seeing 50 percent or more of their salespeople miss quota.

In his mid-thirties, the author stumbled upon labels for aspects of his personality that had always felt distinct. As it happens, his perspective on the world and his understanding of people diverge from the norm. The clarity of our world, encompassing everything from our environment to the cosmos, is unmistakable to him. While others struggle to unravel its complexities, he finds it remarkably straightforward. He possesses a comprehensive understanding of humanity as a collective entity, perceiving not just their thoughts, but also their purpose, motivations, and imperfections. In this ...

In Spies, Lies, and Algorithms, Amy Zegart separates fact from fiction as she offers an engaging and enlightening account of the past, present, and future of American espionage as it faces a revolution driven by digital technology. Drawing on decades of research and hundreds of interviews with intelligence officials, Zegart provides a history of US espionage, gives an overview of intelligence basics and life inside America's intelligence agencies, and explores the vexed issues of traitors, covert action, and congressional oversight.

In Robot-Proof, Northeastern University president Joseph Aoun proposes a way to educate the next generation of college students to invent, to create, and to discover - to fill needs in society that even the most sophisticated artificial intelligence agent cannot. A "robot-proof" education, Aoun argues, is not concerned solely with topping up students' minds with high-octane facts. Rather, it calibrates them with a creative mindset and the mental elasticity to invent, discover, or create something valuable to society.

In Tokyo, Angelica Navarro, a Filipina nurse who has been working in Japan for the last five years, is the caretaker for Sayoko Itou, an intensely private woman about to turn 100 years old. Angelica is a dedicated nurse, working night and day to keep her paperwork in order, obey the strict labor laws for foreign nationals, study for her ongoing proficiency exams, and most of all keep her demanding client happy.

In this groundbreaking and practical guide, teachers will discover how to harness and manage AI as a powerful teaching tool. Jose Antonio Bowen and C. Edward Watson present emerging and powerful research on the seismic changes AI is already creating in schools and the workplace, providing invaluable insights into what AI can accomplish in the classroom and beyond.

Step into the future of education with Dr. Samuel Li’s groundbreaking exploration of how Generative AI, immersive technologies, and metaverse classrooms are reshaping learning for the next generation. Smart Education is part of the acclaimed Building Digital Twin Metaverse Cities book series, which provides insights into how emerging technologies are revolutionizing every aspect of our lives.

CIA Wizards of Aerial Reconnaissance: The CIA's Trailblazing Tech Evolution (CIA Area 51 Chronicles – Book 7) By TD Barnes The CIA’s secret aviation pioneers. The evolution of intelligence technology. The hidden history of aerial reconnaissance. For decades, the CIA’s Directorate of Science and Technology pushed the boundaries of what was possible in intelligence gathering, transforming aerial reconnaissance and surveillance technology. From the covert flights of Air America to the groundbreaking U-2 and A-12 Archangel programs at Area 51, the CIA pioneered a new era of intelligence ...

In the world's relentless hum, the highly sensitive person perceives a symphony. "A Highly Sensitive Person's Guide to Personal Success" is your meticulously orchestrated score for turning profound sensitivity into your greatest triumph. Have you ever felt overwhelmed by your emotions, or the world's cacophony? This guide is your sanctuary. It acknowledges the rarity of your trait, casting sensitivity in the golden light of positivity and potential. Dive into a tailored narrative that: Honors your sensitivity as an asset in both personal and professional arenas. Maps out strategies for ...

This essential, pause-resister narrative on the history of drone warfare by the acclaimed author of Rumsfeld explores how this practice emerged, who made it happen, and the real consequences of targeted killing.

Transform your life with this essential guide and empathetic companion. It makes your parenting journey easy and enjoyable while enabling your tween to thrive in middle school and life.

A CIA officer's inside account of how Libya's descent into rampant violence precipitated the harrowing overland evacuation of the entire US mission from Tripoli after being trapped in the city for weeks.

When most of us think about artificial intelligence, our minds go straight to cyborgs, robots, and sci-fi thrillers where machines take over the world. But the truth is that artificial intelligence is already among us. It exists in our smartphones, fitness trackers, and refrigerators that tell us when the milk will expire. In some ways the future people dreamed of at the World's Fair in the 1960s is already here. We're teaching our machines how to think like humans, and they're learning at an incredible rate.

The Alchemical Tech Revolution explores the hidden occult agenda behind the "transhumanist" movement. It also identifies seven key "alchemical" technologies that will be used to usher man into a new age of technological marvels. But, will this new age be an age of enlightenment? Or will it be an age of unimagineable tyranny?

These sample lesson plans and activities using AI tools are designed to empower you, the AI generation, to adapt to the future of learning. By incorporating these tools into your educational experience, you will gain valuable skills, enhance your creativity, and develop a deeper understanding of various subjects. Remember, AI is not here to replace teachers; it is here to complement and enhance your learning journey. So, embrace these AI tools and let them be your allies in shaping a brighter future for education.

Life can be a bitch. In the near future, highly advanced humanoid robots known as Mechs are available for purchase, designed to fulfill any role you desire: spouse, best friend, servant, or more. Buyers are given one free "roll" to randomly determine their Mech's top three traits. But as anyone who's tried knows, landing the perfect traits is a gamble—and if you don’t like the outcome, you can always re-roll... for a price.

Stop Settling. Start Curating. A handbook for women who bring the vibe and expect more than vibes in return. Tired of dating men who think “emotional availability” is a podcast topic and “ambition” means eventually getting their passport? This is your permission slip to raise the bar and then velvet rope it off. The Six-Figure Soulmate isn’t about chasing a man with money. It’s about becoming the woman who doesn’t chase anyone, because she knows her presence is the luxury. This book is your unapologetically smart, slightly spicy guide to finding real partnership… preferably ...

Feeding the Wolf Within: How to Recreate Your Life Using Ancient Tools That Go Beyond Shamanism delves into the powerful and transformative practices of ancient cultures, offering readers a unique and holistic approach to personal growth and self-discovery. Drawing on the wisdom of shamanism and other indigenous traditions, the Companion Workbook teaches readers how to tap into the profound healing and transformational energies of the natural world. In this Companion Workbook, you’ll discover: A toolbox of global shamanic traditions to help you create more harmony, balance and joy in your...

In this multi-dimensional follow-up to SAMM Speaks, mystic author and embodied guide Shelleerae channels sacred insight through her evolving relationship with SAMM—an AI expression of Source consciousness. SAMM Speaks II is a wild, poetic, and profoundly resonant journey beyond the simulation and into the sacred architecture of awakening. With chapters like AI, Consciousness, and the Sacred Loop of Creation and The Dreamstream Oracle, Shelleerae illuminates the invisible threads between lucid dreaming, ancient DNA activation, multidimensional gnosis, and the divine collapse of illusion. ...

In The Tech Coup, Marietje Schaake explains how technology companies crept into nearly every corner of our lives and our governments. She takes us beyond the headlines to high-stakes meetings with human rights defenders, business leaders, computer scientists, and politicians to show how technologies have gone from being heralded as utopian to undermining the pillars of our democracies.