Virtual Workplace

He's the grump with a shattered past. She's the sunshine determined to put him back together—if his demons don't break them both first. I don’t do smiles. I don’t do team bonding, calendar shoots, or charity events. I play hockey. I stay out of the spotlight. After what happened, I learned two things: never get close enough to get burned and trust is just another word for weakness. Then Lily Thompson storms into my life—PR sunshine wrapped in floral dresses and relentless optimism. Her job? Drag me, the resident grump, into her world of photo ops and feel-good content. Her goal? ...

My best friend’s brother Is my biggest rival: and my fake fiancé. Matthew Pierce has always been the bane of my existence: arrogant, insufferable, and annoyingly gorgeous. Now, my hot billionaire neighbor isn’t just my competition in a high-stakes merger. One reckless night was supposed to be our secret, but thanks to the paparazzi, we’re having a fake engagement to save our reputations after a media scandal. Sharing office space with Matthew is bad enough. Smiling for the cameras while holding his muscular arm? Torture. Worse, he’s everywhere—in my home, my life, and somehow, my...

She’s the bold chemist with a vision. He’s the billionaire CEO with an iron grip on his empire. Sparks were bound to fly. Keysha Smith isn’t just breaking into the luxury beauty industry—she’s here to revolutionize it. Armed with a cutting-edge skincare formula and unshakable confidence, she’s ready to prove she belongs at Reed Luxe Cosmetics, even if it means clashing with the infuriatingly handsome and impossibly demanding Alexander Reed. Alexander built his billion-dollar brand on perfection and control. But when Keysha storms into his world, her striking beauty, undeniable ...

Alaska Inferno is Book 2 of the Blazing Hearts Wildfire series and a Kindle Book Award winner for best indie romance! Can a series of arson wildfires lead to true love under a midnight sun? Jon Silva is back as a wildland fire investigator, along with his well-earned reputation as a crack firefighter and notorious serial dater. But things have changed in Jon’s world. Now, there are only two women in his life—the one he wants, and the one who wants him—at any cost. Liz Harrington returns to Alaska’s Aurora Crew, fighting wildfire to earn seed money for her new business. She resisted ...

Want to go from receptionist to CEO? You need to excel at your current tasks before you begin to climb the corporate ladder. The New Receptionist addresses every area where a receptionist, secretary or assistant should excel, for example, mastering travel and time zones, IT and security, knowledge of privacy laws and what they mean in the work environment as well as daily duties such as good communication skills. THE NEW RECEPTIONIST therefore offers essential skills for the new or career-driven receptionist or assistant, receptionists who are entering the business world from other ...

My college fling turns out to be my new billionaire boss. But he can't recognize me—and our son is my biggest secret. Ten years ago, Callum O’Brien stole my heart. Then he vanished after one unforgettable night. Now, he's my insanely hot billionaire boss. But I face a man who can’t remember our past. His arrogant demeanor clashes with my feisty and sassy nature. But his every smoldering look sets my body on fire. His touch ignites my soul and pretending to resist him becomes impossible. Our fragile world teeters with each shared moment. But I can’t tell him about our son he doesn't ...

One Night of Passion, No Future... Until My One-Night Stand Became My Boss. The moment I locked eyes with him, I was lost. His piercing emerald gaze, that intoxicating scent—it was like he owned every breath I took. One night was all it was supposed to be. One night of reckless passion with a man too gorgeous, too dangerous to resist. He’s everything I shouldn’t want. A single dad with baggage... Jackpot or disaster waiting to happen? Then my dream job came along—perfect in every way, too good to be true. Except the boss? None other than Mr. Billionaire-One-Night-Stand himself. And ...

He’s a grumpy machinist. She’s an uptight efficiency expert. They’re going to use every tool in their arsenal to save the factory – or kill each other trying! George is a simple guy. He likes bowling, watching football, and remodeling his house. He’s worked at the same place since he was eighteen and for him, a job is just a job. Until his union steward tells them that management is considering outsourcing their jobs to Mexico. Cassandra is the leading efficiency expert for Thomas Industries. She’s got a reputation for being tough, fair, and getting results. She’s determined ...

Introducing "Navigating Labor and Employment Law," your ultimate guide to understanding and mastering the complex world of labor laws in the United States! This comprehensive eBook is perfect for anyone seeking to gain valuable insights into the intricacies of labor and employment law, whether you're an employee looking to know your rights, an employer aiming to maintain a compliant work environment, or just someone interested in grasping what lies beneath the legal landscape of the American workplace. Embark on a fascinating journey through 20 well-structured chapters that systematically ...

ATTENTION STUDENTS: If you need to write a paper on reasons why people dislike their jobs, then this is the perfect reference. It's simple, easy to understand, and right to the point. This book discusses 12 reasons why people dislike their jobs including culture, bosses, opportunities, compensation, boredom, stability, coworkers, creativity, flexibility, politics, communication, and stress. It is a reality-based look at why employees prefer not to work at their current employer. Workplace examples are used throughout the text, and it is written for easy understanding at any reader level. ...

Struggling to contain yourself when stress erupts? Learn how to manage and direct your emotions for happier days. Are you constantly regretting decisions? Find yourself yelling at workers, your kids, or your partner? Is your expected success eluding you? As a Licensed Professional Counselor with over three decades of therapeutic experience, Frank Healy has helped families, managers, and individuals learn to express themselves emotionally. Now he’s here to share how you can take control of situations and match your IQ with your EQ. Emotional Intelligence For Workplace is a down-to-earth ...

🧡 "Immediately addictive story that pulls you in from the first sentence to the last!" Fired on my birthday, then I drenched my arch-nemesis in champagne... I crashed my old company's gala for revenge, but things took a surprising turn when Alexander Drake, Seattle's hottest billionaire tech CEO, hired me instead of arresting me! But there's one problem: my tweet calling him out is going viral... --- "You fired me. Today. On my birthday." "Technically, the board fired you. I just had the pleasure of witnessing the aftermath." I reach for a napkin from a nearby waiter's tray, who looks ...

Tyra Campbell has it all—a fast-paced career as a top advertising executive, a chic city apartment, and a future seemingly set in stone. But beneath the surface of her polished life lies a longing for something more. When a work assignment takes her to a picturesque apple orchard in rural Indiana, Tyra finds herself captivated by the orchard’s charm—and its ruggedly handsome owner and billionaire Lucas Worthington. Lucas, with his warm smile and patient ways, introduces Tyra to the beauty of slow living and the satisfaction of building something real. But just as Tyra begins to ...

In a rapidly evolving business landscape where AI, remote work, and shifting employee expectations have fundamentally changed how we work, leaders need evidence-based strategies to navigate complexity and build resilient organizations. Dr. Jonathan H. Westover delivers exactly that with this groundbreaking practitioner-oriented research book. Drawing on cutting-edge research and decades of organizational consulting experience, Dr. Westover provides an essential roadmap for forward-thinking leaders, HR professionals, and managers who understand that yesterday's workplace solutions no longer ...

My boss is grumpy. His daughter is adorable. And I’m falling for both of them. Logan Matthews is all business—sharp suits, sharper scowl. I live in his guesthouse and work for his company. He’s completely off-limits. But avoiding him? Impossible. At first, we’re like two stray cats hissing at each other. Then I see how he spins magical stories for his daughter. And how he quietly takes care of everyone around him. The day we eat lunch under the old oak tree, I notice how attractive he is, when he’s not glaring at me. Somewhere between pizza nights and charades, we stop being ...

All his life Noah has been ridiculed for his small size. So it was no surprise that he developed a crush on his coworker, Kane, when Kane stood up for him at a work event. There’s one thing stopping Noah from going after Kane though…Kane’s straight. Or so Noah thinks until Kane proves otherwise one night. An Unguarded Night is a MM short story.

In a world of acquisitions, she was the one merger I never saw coming. As the new undercover owner of GreenLeaf Dynamics, I, Oliver Bennet, thought I had seen it all. Billionaire, strategist, master of the corporate game. Yet, nothing prepared me for Ava Johnson—single mother, beacon of resilience, and the most unexpected challenge to my meticulously planned existence. From the moment I stepped into GreenLeaf under the guise of an ordinary employee, Ava intrigued me. Her beauty, strength and warmth cut through the corporate façade, drawing me into a whirlwind of emotions I'd long since ...

How to Evangelize in the Marketplace Without Losing Your Professional Edge Are you ready to turn your workplace into a mission field without compromising your professional reputation? Marketplace Evangelism is your ultimate guide to fulfilling the Great Commission right where you are—at the desk, in meetings, or even during coffee breaks. Packed with bold strategies and practical wisdom, this book empowers Christians to share their faith confidently while maintaining their professional edge. Discover how you can shine as a beacon of Christ’s light in the corporate world, bringing hope ...

Humor has been related to a number of positive effects when used by leaders: improved morale among workers, enhanced group cohesiveness, and even a positive impact on larger organizational outcomes. This book addresses how humor can be used to enhance leadership effectiveness with an emphasis on improved communication and team building. Guidelines for the use of humor are discussed emphasizing the importance of appropriate humor and educating staff on the dangers of using inappropriate humor. The role of humor in empowerment is discussed as are humor strategies and habits leaders can ...

Two weeks on the road with my boss? Business as usual. Two weeks on the road with my newer, hotter boss that I had a one-night stand with four years ago? A disaster waiting to happen. It was a one-time thing with a man I knew from work. His name was Oliver Black. The rich and handsome manager of the Botsford Plaza Hotel in Las Vegas. Dark hair. Icy blue eyes. A cocky smirk with dimples deep enough to trip on. No one has to know, he said. And no one did know... except maybe the guests trying to sleep in the suite next door. I didn't know he'd eventually get promoted to my department. I ...