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Unlock the full potential of your organization with "ORDER IN CHAOS: Objectives and Key Results (OKR)." This comprehensive guidebook takes you through the ins and outs of implementing OKRs (Objectives and Key Results), a powerful goal-setting framework that has been used by some of the world's most successful companies. Learn how to align your team's efforts and measure progress toward achieving your organization's most important goals. From crafting effective objectives to tracking progress and holding team members accountable, this book provides a step-by-step guide to implementing OKRs ...

The remote work revolution has been rapidly accelerated by the COVID-19 pandemic. How to Thrive in the Virtual Workplace shares insights from the remote employee, manager, and leader perspectives, offering a blueprint any person can use to make remote work successful, productive and fulfilling. Learn how to leverage the flexibility of remote work, be more productive while working at home, avoid burnout, lead a team of virtual employees, and build an organization that sets the gold standard for virtual work.

Embark on a literary journey to Japan with Tatami Days: Getting a Life in Japan, a captivating memoir by Michael Guest, an Australian writer and Sydney University PhD graduate in English literature. In his mid-30s he went to Japan on a whim but stayed 15 years, eventually working as tenured Professor in a national university. Through witty anecdotes and rich storytelling, Tatami Days takes readers on a journey of discovery as the author navigates the intricacies of Japanese society, from its enchanting customs to its perplexing idiosyncrasies. A specialist in modern literature and ...

Margot Fairchild is a woman with a plan. She’s ready to take over the family beauty empire JOLIE until her dad informs her that she needs to prove her ability to follow-through before taking the helm. She must commit to something – anything – for 21 days, the time it takes to form a habit, to earn her chance. She has every confidence she can rise to the occasion until she finds out she must date someone her friends choose for her. The man in question is a complete departure from her usual “type”; the handsome and injured Luke Devereaux. ♥ Luke Devereaux is a professional hockey...

Why do some people succeed against all odds while others fail despite abundant resources? How do some achieve the unthinkable and never settle for less? The difference lies in the mental structures and specific patterns that dictate success or failure in any field. ‘Discover The Genius Within’ explores these critical factors, offering readers a comprehensive guide to unlocking their full potential and achieving extraordinary results. This book explains the mindset of successful people, which is characterized by resilience, determination, and an unwavering belief in their abilities. It ...

Have you ever felt like an “outcast”? This book is about being single in a married culture. The church world or the church culture is definitely and predominantly a married/family culture. This book is about coming to terms with being single, and it also discusses marriage and family. We will also discuss divorce and the single-parent. Sometimes people are single, but they are praying and waiting on God for a mate. In this book, we talk about what you can do while waiting for a mate.

Are you planning a trip to France with your child? Do you want your kid to know more about different cultures? This beautifully illustrated book series opens the world to young children (ages 3-8) to new cultures and experiences in a fun and engaging way. Mishi and Mashi are sisters. They travel around Europe with their parents and explore different countries. In France, they climb on top of the Eiffel Tower and play scavenger hunt in the Louvre, get lost in the beautiful gardens of Versailles, visit a Christmas market in Strasbourg and go skiing on Chamonix. They also celebrate Mashi's ...

Unfiltered True Short Stories from the Modern Business Are you tired of wading through corporate self-help books filled with recycled advice and worn-out clichés? Cubicles, Coffee, and Corporate Candy shatters the mold, delivering an unapologetically raw look into the real stories that define today's corporate world.Step Behind the Cubicle Curtain Author Mohamad Chahine compiles a riveting collection of 90 authentic short stories, each one a window into the unfiltered realities of modern business life. These aren't hypothetical scenarios or overblown success tales—they're genuine ...

Talking-Stories is a snapshot of life in Hawaii in the 1960’s and 70’s captured in conversation with seven friends at The Watering Hole in a remote section of Kauai. Try to imagine yourself in a tropical paradise enjoying happy hour in a remote eatery consisting of two small rooms and a long lanai separated from the ocean by a three-foot stone wall. The wall was supposedly built eons earlier by the first settlers of the Hawaiian Islands, the menehunes. Several contemporary guests reported actually seeing these small Islanders still scurrying around the underbrush guarding both sides of ...

Description for Black As We Know It: History of Black America Black As We Know It: History of Black America is a powerful, sweeping novel that takes readers on an unforgettable journey through the heart of Black history. From the pain of captivity to the triumphs of resilience, this book weaves together fictionalized personal stories inspired by real historical events to showcase the strength, creativity, and enduring spirit of Black America. Through twenty captivating chapters, you’ll experience: The raw emotion of families torn apart by slavery and reunited in hope. The bravery of ...

Reneé Drummond-Brown’s tome My INK Bleeds Black, speaks volumes to our testament as wisdom turns her poetic pages on women of color. Therefore, writing is a vital tool for me to pen (snippets of) our honest historical dark accounts if I want to live and prosper in this thing called life. Furthermore, vantablack INK is brilliantly lent and smeared throughout this book. As a result, the infallible scripted Word “For verily I say unto you, Till heaven and earth pass, one jot or one tittle shall in no wise pass from the law, till all be fulfilled” (Matthew 5:18 King James Version - KJV) ...

Growing up in a deadly culture of acid attacks and honor killings, Sakina is desperate for freedom and a new life. However, now she is forced to submit to her family's demands and become an unwilling bride in a forced marriage. Will Sakina survive? Come with me on an intense journey into the culture of Pakistan and discover what life is like for the average woman in a male-dominated society of abuse and murder.

Discover the hidden gems of America's vibrant East North Central Midwest with "Journey Through the East North Central Midwest," an immersive and captivating eBook that invites you to embark on a spectacular adventure through the heart of this storied region! From the breathtaking natural wonders to the colorful local folklore, this region encompasses Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Ohio, and Wisconsin, where each chapter of the book delves into the unique charm and allure that makes the East North Central Midwest a must-explore destination. This sprawling and meticulously researched guide ...

Life in Paradise evokes images of gentle breezes, palm trees, white sand beaches, exotic flora, and iridescent butterflies. Unfortunately, glitzy ad campaigns omit crucial details. It is only after someone moves to Paradise that they discover the dirty secrets: corrupt bureaucracy, endemic crime, and a cast of oddball characters who could be rejects from a Fellini movie. The CIA recruits Maya Warwick to become the editor of a glossy lifestyle magazine. Her primary function is to infiltrate the expat community to root out certain fugitives. What she discovers is expat life is not only ...

Pietro D’Arcangelo's journey began in the coal mines of Berwind-White and culminated in the heartwarming atmosphere of his own pizzeria. Born in Abruzzo, Italy, Pietro's dream wasn't just to escape the harsh life of a coal miner but to bring a piece of his homeland to America. "A Story About Pizza" delves into the rich history of Italian immigration and the merging of Italian and American cultures through the beloved dish of pizza. Erica D’Arcangelo weaves a narrative that spans generations, sharing her grandfather Pietro's dream, struggles, and triumphs. From the bustling streets of ...

Are you tired of feeling like you're living in a cultural time loop? Welcome to "Stuck Culture: The Great Stagnation," a riveting exploration of why our society seems frozen in time. Dive into a world where algorithms dictate our tastes, Hollywood churns out endless remakes, and fashion trends from two decades ago dominate our closets. This eye-opening book unravels the complex web of forces keeping us trapped in a nostalgic bubble: • Discover how tech giants and media conglomerates are stifling creativity for profit • Uncover the psychological comfort we find in familiar content—and ...

What do Chinese religions and Christianity have in common? More than you might think! For centuries, Chinese religions like Taoism, Confucianism, and Buddhism have been practiced alongside Christianity, each with their own unique beliefs and traditions. But despite their differences, these two ancient faiths share a surprising number of commonalities. In "The Tao of Christ", we embark on a fascinating journey to explore the unexpected similarities between Chinese religions and Christianity. From the concept of the Tao and the Logos to the importance of compassion and selflessness, we'll ...

An Amazon Kindle “TOP NEW RELEASE”… Readers say: “Loved this story!” “These mysteries are extremely enjoyable and hilarious…” “A delightful bit of fun!”—Reviewer NEW from the author of A Cozy Beatles Mystery Series comes an exciting series: Bonnie Writes The Beatles! Book 1 in a clean cozy series set in 1964, starting in Hamburg. **A journalist on her first story, a rocking British band…and a heist-filled holiday mystery to solve…** Meet Bonnie Bell, an aspiring journalist on her first big adventure—a holiday in 1962 Hamburg with her father. But when they stumble...

Escape the Ordinary: Unleash Your Inner Explorer with Top 10 Travel Styles Tired of the same old tourist traps and predictable itineraries? Do you crave experiences that go beyond souvenir shops and crowded beaches? Top 10 Travel Styles: Immerse Yourself in a Destination's Culture, History, and Way of Life with Epic Experiences and Itineraries is your passport to a world of unforgettable adventures. Unlock a World of Travel Possibilities: Discover 10 unique travel styles: From luxurious ocean cruises to adrenaline-pumping adventure expeditions, find the perfect travel style to match your ...

Great leaders create great cultures.What makes a great leader? A leader’s success is not just outcomes—growth and profit. Rather, success is creating a healthy place for people to engage in meaningful work. High security, high opportunity, high fun, low drama, and low inanity—these are the attributes of a truly sustainable culture. And they are the result of being Culture Centric. Culture Centric is for business leaders who want to build a successful workplace. It lays the groundwork for a leadership system—structure, strategy, implementation, and conduct—that can achieve ...