Leadership Growth

ACTA NON VERBA: Deeds, not words If your to-do lists are overflowing and your ambitions feel stalled, this book hands you the engine, the map, and the ignition key. Bestselling author Kevin L. Michel (Moving Through Parallel Worlds to Achieve Your Dreams) distills timeless wisdom—from Stoic emperors and Samurai swordsmen to modern behavioral science, into an unshakable, two-part system: Forge the Inner Engine Master focus, build unbreakable habits, and keep a calm edge under pressure. Wield the Outer Impact Cut through digital noise, lead by visible example, and design legacies that ...

From the harsh steppes of Mongolia to the boardrooms of today, one leader's principles have stood the test of time. But this isn't just another business book rehashing ancient wisdom. This is the story of how a young outcast transformed himself into history's greatest empire builder—and what his methods can teach us about navigating our own path to success.

What if your drive to succeed is both your superpower and your greatest challenge? The Enneagram 3 Leader is a transformational guide for high-achieving leaders who are ready to move beyond performance-based leadership and into a life of deeper purpose, presence, and authentic impact. This book speaks directly to the heart of the Enneagram 3—the Achiever—offering a roadmap to success that doesn’t come at the cost of your soul. With warmth, insight, and clarity, this five-chapter book helps Enneagram Type 3 leaders (and those who lead them) understand what motivates them, where they ...

This audiobook contains a collection of powerful affirmations from three volumes written specifically for BIPOC women. Volume one contains 75 affirmations, volume two holds 250, and volume three has 500. Each one comes with a variety of different background sounds so you can choose the most soothing one for you. The purpose and intent behind these affirmations is to empower you, increase your overall confidence and self-love, and give you the support you need in this ever-changing world.

Entrepreneur and best-selling author of The Lean Startup Eric Ries reveals how entrepreneurial principles can be used by businesses ranging from established companies to early stage startups to grow revenues, drive innovation, and emerge as truly modern organizations poised to take advantage of the enormous opportunities of the 21st century.

Do you wish you knew how to manage your team better, and get them to commit to your bold vision? The truth is...the majority of managers are simply not very good at goal-setting. (Because they were never taught how to do it properly.) Most corporate goals are never completed on time, and even your highly-educated employees are (usually) not working on essential tasks during the workday. This can be damaging to your career, and can destroy your productivity.

Author and pastor Jared C. Wilson shows how to lead a culture shift in a church from a focus on numerical success to the metrics of grace. Leading a church culture to shift from numerical success to the metrics of grace can be costly, but leaders who have conviction, courage, and commitment can lead while avoiding some of the land mines that often destroy churches.

Gary Hamel lays out an innovative action plan for any company or individual intent on becoming and staying an industry revolutionary, for years to come. By drawing on the success of "gray haired revolutionaries" like Charles Schwab, Virgin, and GE Capital - companies that are always thinking ahead and growing in new directions - and profiling individuals such as Ken Kutaragi, one of the pioneers behind Sony's PlayStation, Hamel explains how companies can continue to grow, innovate, and achieve success.

In 2008, Steven Haines started a global shift toward the professionalization of product management with his groundbreaking books about product management. Starting with The Product Manager’s Desk Reference, The Product Manager’s Survival Guide, and Managing Product Management. Since then, more than 100,000 readers around the world have referred to Steven’s books to raise the bar on product management excellence. Leading Product Management is the 2nd edition (retitled) of Managing Product Management to encompass a broad array of practices needed to organize any company to focus on ...

"MBA ASAP is outstanding. John covers the foundations of sales, marketing, negotiation, strategy, and much more in the book. Additionally, he simplifies complex subjects so that anyone can grasp them." Sebastian R Cousins provides a comprehensive overview of business principles and practices. It’s a must-read for anyone looking to start their own business or advance their career in the business world. Business schools don't develop true leaders. Instead, they create themselves by acquiring the information, abilities, and experiences necessary for success. By reading this book, you can ...

With decades of leadership experience in business, nonprofits, and Christian higher education, Uli Chi helps listeners build this foundational virtue. Looking to Scripture as well as art and literature, Chi illuminates the nature of wisdom as fundamentally relational and other-centered. In the context of leadership, biblical wisdom shows us the importance of wielding power with humility. Chi also provides a framework for the formation of character and vision in the lifelong journey of gaining wisdom.

This book documents and addresses the growing pains a company experiences as it evolves from the awkward early startup years into a mid-sized sustainable company with hundreds of coworkers. Calagione is candid in sharing his personal leadership challenges and success and calls on other seasoned vets inside and outside the company who inform and influence the journey of growth and creative expression Dogfish Head is on. This book is rich with practical information entrepreneurs and businesspeople can apply to their own professional journeys.

Are you ready to lead with wisdom, compassion, and the heart of Christ? The Heart of a Shepherd is your ultimate guide to transforming your leadership and shepherding with purpose, power, and precision. Packed with timeless biblical wisdom and actionable strategies, this book equips you to care for your flock and leave an indelible mark on the lives you touch. In a world desperate for godly leadership, The Heart of a Shepherd stands as a beacon for pastors, ministry leaders, and anyone called to guide others spiritually. Drawing deeply from Scripture and real-world insights, this book ...

In Embrace the Chaos, Special Forces veteran Jason Fox sets out a revolutionary programme of personal challenges designed to help you reboot, disrupt your thinking and grow your capabilities. Across 52 short chapters of practical advice - battle-tested on elite military operations and extreme expeditions - Foxy mentors you through a series of tasks that will enhance your life. Exercises range from micro-adventures and small habit changes to addressing your routine, cleansing your relationships, setting personal goals and learning new skills.

Discover the power of short books to amplify your ministry, empower your congregation, and expand your reach beyond the pulpit. In MiniHER Ministry Playbook: Empower Your Congregation and Expand Your Reach with Short Books, you’ll learn a step-by-step framework to turn your ministry message into impactful, concise books that educate, inspire, and transform lives. Whether you’re a pastor, ministry leader, or faith-based entrepreneur, this playbook will equip you with the tools to: Identify your congregation’s unique needs and craft messages that resonate. Simplify complex teachings ...

In Accidental Saints, New York Times best-selling au­thor Nadia Bolz-Weber invites readers into a surprising encounter with what she calls "a religious but not-so-spiritual life." Tattooed, angry and profane, this former standup comic turned pastor stubbornly, sometimes hilariously, resists the God she feels called to serve. But God keeps showing up in the least likely of people - a church-loving agnostic, a drag queen, a felonious Bishop and a gun-toting member of the NRA.

Don Wenner is a master of scaling high-growth, high-profit entrepreneurial companies. In ​Building an Elite Organization​, he walks you through the Elite Execution System his company and other highly successful organizations use to drive growth and improve profitability.

Based on years of experience turning around and building up anemic organizations, Dennis Campbell ("DC") brings his popular keynote talk about The 7 Pillars to business leaders, entrepreneurs, and executives in this timely and compelling book. Through sharing transformational experiences and anecdotes, DC demonstrates the "How" and the "Why" of building an unbeatable company and culture in a straightforward, practical, and compelling program instituting these critical pillars that serve as the foundation for legacy leadership.

This book uses slaying dragons as a metaphor for dealing with problems in life. It begins by telling the Dragon Slayer story and the lesson it provides. We can prepare for many of the challenges we face in life and despite problems, live a happy, fulfilling life. This book goes beyond “how to” and provides an inspiring journey of self-discovery. We will look at what makes a “Hero.” We need to be the hero in our own journey through the trials and tests of life. Adversity reveals our true nature and can remove our molded shell created my conformity. We need adversity to shape and ...

World-renowned expert in leadership and organization, Dr. Stephen R. Covey, presents an in-depth look at Habit 1 of The 7 Habits, Be Proactive. Filled with never-before-released material from Dr. Covey, this audio includes new and insightful examples in the author's trademark engaging speaking and teaching style.