One In a Billion
About the BookA STORY OF SELF-TRANSFORMATION AND HEARTENING TALE OF ACHIEVING ONE'S DREAMS.When Sonal C Holland left her high-paying corporate job, she knew she what she didn't want-a boring nine-to-five-but not exactly what she wanted. Enter wine, a drink enjoyed only by the elite in India, but with immense potential for growth. Wine communication and teaching would play to Sonal's strengths as a communicator and a networker, she and her husband Andrew rightly identified. The goal was set: to become India's first wine communicator by winning the title of Master of Wine, the highest certification in the wine world and held by barely 400 people around the world.And no one in India.Thus began the long and tumultuous journey towards the title, with hours spent poring over books on a motel bed, a scruffy bus ride across the Australian summerscape, birthdays away from family and friends and a little daughter-all towards an almost unattainable goal.In One in a Billion, Sonal narrates the story of being from a middle-class family in Mumbai to becoming the first Master of Wine from India and being instrumental in making the drink popular in the country. Along the way, we get an overview of wine tasting, the Indian wine market, the technicalities of wine production as well as fascinating nuggets about wine.About the AuthorIn 2016, Sonal C Holland earned the world's most prestigious and respected title in the field of wine-the Master of Wine-becoming the first Indian to do so. Since then, she has played a pivotal role in shaping the Indian wine industry.An award-winning broadcaster and one of the most influential voices in the alcobev space, Sonal has dedicated over two decades to simplifying and revolutionising the drinking culture and popularising wine in India. Today, she is among the most widely followed wine and spirits personalities on social media, inspiring a new generation of enthusiasts and professionals alike.Through the Sonal Holland Academy, she has made world-class wine, spirits and beer education both accessible and affordable for the growing community of beverage professionals and aficionados. She is also the founder and chairperson of the India Wine and Spirits Awards-the country's most authoritative competition of its kind, offering Indian consumers a trusted guide to exceptional drinking experiences.A lifelong learner and passionate advocate for continuous professional development, Sonal has expanded her expertise beyond wine, securing global certifications in spirits, sak矇 and beer. She is committed to advancing knowledge, raising standards and fostering a culture of appreciation for fine beverages in the country.
Rocking the World
"Rocking The World: My Journey Through Geology" is a captivating autobiography that chronicles Professor Rop's remarkable journey from the humble village of Koisagat in Fort Ternan, Kericho County, Kenya, to the esteemed academic institutions of the University of Pune in Pune, India and the University of Windsor in Ontario, Canada. This narrative celebrates themes of resilience and curiosity, artfully intertwining humor with a profound passion for geology, which the author likens to a detective's quest to unveil the Earth's hidden secrets.Through a collection of engaging anecdotes, Professor Rop recounts the joys and challenges of studying geology, emphasizing memorable experiences and the invaluable mentorship of his Master's and PhD supervisors, in Windsor and Pune, respectively, whose guidance was instrumental in shaping his academic journey.Ultimately, the book conveys the message that the journey is as meaningful as the destination itself, inspiring readers to embrace their own unique paths with humour and determination while fostering an appreciation for the beauty found in both the Earth and their personal experiences.
The Super Organisation Secret
Adrian Courtenay's The Super Organisation Secret: A Blueprint for Compounding Equity Returns reimagines how investors and business leaders should perceive and evaluate corporations. Drawing from evolutionary biology and cognitive psychology Courtenay, an Oxford-educated biologist and hedge fund manager, exposes why our hunter-gatherer brains systematically misread complex organisations. His five pillars-exceptional leadership, scale beyond individual capacity, specialised division of labour, efficient coordination, and nonlinear advantages-offer a blueprint for identifying extraordinary companies before markets recognise them. In an era where AI commoditises conventional analysis, Courtenay demonstrates why uniquely human traits-contrarian thinking, emotional resonance, and intellectual courage-remain irreplaceable. The Super Organisation Secret is your blueprint for seeing beyond cognitive defaults to understand how value is truly created.
Encrypted Abundance Explained
Unlock the Hidden Blueprint of Financial FreedomNo credentials. No fluff. Just a mindset shift that changes everything. Tired of the hustle-save-struggle loop?Wish you could finally break free from financial stress? This isn't just another money book.It's a full-spectrum transformation-starting in your mind.
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The Super Organisation Secret
Adrian Courtenay's The Super Organisation Secret: A Blueprint for Compounding Equity Returns reimagines how investors and business leaders should perceive and evaluate corporations. Drawing from evolutionary biology and cognitive psychology Courtenay, an Oxford-educated biologist and hedge fund manager, exposes why our hunter-gatherer brains systematically misread complex organisations. His five pillars-exceptional leadership, scale beyond individual capacity, specialised division of labour, efficient coordination, and nonlinear advantages-offer a blueprint for identifying extraordinary companies before markets recognise them. In an era where AI commoditises conventional analysis, Courtenay demonstrates why uniquely human traits-contrarian thinking, emotional resonance, and intellectual courage-remain irreplaceable. The Super Organisation Secret is your blueprint for seeing beyond cognitive defaults to understand how value is truly created.
Culture Drives Success
Culture Drives Success isn't your typical business book-it's part parable, part playbook, and all heart.Follow Ava, a burned-out executive whose company (and confidence) are crumbling, as she embarks on a global journey to rediscover meaning, leadership, and culture-from the inside out. What starts as a breakdown becomes a breakthrough, offering timeless lessons that apply as much to life as to work.This story-driven guide blends wit, wisdom, and practical tools to help you lead (life and work) with clarity and build a culture that actually works. Whether you're a founder scaling fast, a manager finding your groove, or simply someone searching for purpose in the chaos of modern work-this book is for you.Inside you'll find: ✔ The 4-S Framework to map your culture (no corporate buzzwords, we promise) ✔ Exercises that make you think-and act ✔ A guide to build the kind of company people want to work for ✔ Culture doesn't just eat strategy for breakfast-it runs the whole kitchenBecause real success isn't just what you build. It's how you build it-and who you become along the way.
Culture Drives Success
Culture Drives Success isn't your typical business book-it's part parable, part playbook, and all heart.Follow Ava, a burned-out executive whose company (and confidence) are crumbling, as she embarks on a global journey to rediscover meaning, leadership, and culture-from the inside out. What starts as a breakdown becomes a breakthrough, offering timeless lessons that apply as much to life as to work.This story-driven guide blends wit, wisdom, and practical tools to help you lead (life and work) with clarity and build a culture that actually works. Whether you're a founder scaling fast, a manager finding your groove, or simply someone searching for purpose in the chaos of modern work-this book is for you.Inside you'll find: ✔ The 4-S Framework to map your culture (no corporate buzzwords, we promise) ✔ Exercises that make you think-and act ✔ A guide to build the kind of company people want to work for ✔ Culture doesn't just eat strategy for breakfast-it runs the whole kitchenBecause real success isn't just what you build. It's how you build it-and who you become along the way.
Disruptive Leadership
Companies worldwide are striving to transform their industries through innovative products and services. Becoming a disruptive organization, however, is easier said than done. Even more difficult is being a company that continually disrupts. Is it possible to discern a code for how companies can achieve this? In this highly readable and engaging book, a disruptive leadership framework is proposed in which caring deeply is placed at the center of the model. Apple is used as the leading example. By turning care into a focal point, a triphasic model is proposed that moves from the personal sphere (individual), to the corporate arena (organizational), and then to the global stage (impact). Nine key factors are identified along this path for how companies can achieve organizational excellence.This second edition updates all the facts, data, and history around Apple since the first edition and calls out how its revolution of care continues to not only validate its success but astound with its seemingly unfettered upside. Its ability to disrupt seems to have no limits, thus challenging business leaders, present and future, to incorporate the DNA of care as they build and scale businesses. In addition to the previously profiled companies such as Nike, IKEA, 3M, and Starbucks, new case studies including Uniqlo, Alibaba, On Running, 7-Eleven, and Costco are presented to supplement Apple's story.Features: A new organizational model is given for interpreting Apple's success. Nine principles of organizational excellence are discerned from this new model. Promotes caring deeply as a focal point for approaching disruptive leadership. New corporate profiles include Uniqlo, Alibaba, On Running, 7-Eleven, and Costco. Application questions and assignments are included for each chapter, making it an ideal training tool for leadership development and personal application.
Company Law and Directors' Duties in Sub-Saharan Africa
This book provides a critical analysis of the enforcement regime for breach of directors' duties in sub-Saharan Africa, focusing on Nigeria, Kenya, Ghana, and Tanzania. It will be of interest to scholars and practitioners of comparative corporate law and corporate governance in Africa.
Building Wealth While Serving
Would you believe me if I said that every military member has the potential to become a millionaire?What if achieving financial freedom is easier than you think?This book is your guide to building wealth while in the line of duty. It's loaded with intel and practical tips to teach you how to: Get more from your salary Maximize your pension Leverage your military allowances Master your budget and tackle debtInvest like a pro to build lasting wealthIn Building Wealth While Serving, Paulo Lo Xan Keomanyla explores the secrets behind every soldier's financial prosperity through the lens of his lived experience in the Canadian Armed Forces. His mission? To help each soldier serve proudly and retire wealthy-and it all starts with a single cup of coffee.
The Hunt
The job search is a long and arduous journey. Employers don't hand out jobs like candy. You need to be prepared to pound the pavement, figuratively and literally. The Hunt breaks down the job search process from the employee's perspective, providing an overview from the employer's perspective and offering straightforward tips to assist in the job search effort. There's no quick way to stand out. Cut the fluff and do the work required to find the job you want. Knowing what an employer is looking for will help you tailor your r矇sum矇 to a potential employer's needs. Advice for both perspectives is the same: set a goal, identify what you need, be selective, and put in the work. There is no shortcut to this process.
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AI In Real Estate
AI in Real Estate: Harnessing Artificial Intelligence to Revolutionize Property Buying, Selling, and InvestingThe real estate industry is undergoing a profound transformation-and artificial intelligence is leading the charge. AI in Real Estate is your comprehensive guide to understanding how AI is reshaping the way properties are valued, marketed, bought, sold, and managed.Whether you're a real estate agent, broker, investor, developer, or tech-savvy homeowner, this book explains in simple terms how AI-powered tools are changing the game-forever. From predictive pricing and automated lead generation to intelligent property management and virtual tours, you'll discover the exact technologies making real estate smarter, faster, and more profitable.���� What You'll Learn Inside: ���� AI for Real Estate Agents and Brokers Learn how top-performing agents use AI-driven platforms to streamline operations, automate client interactions, and gain powerful market insights. Discover CRMs that learn from behavior, virtual assistants that qualify leads, and bots that schedule showings-so you can focus on closing deals.���� Predictive Analytics & Property Valuation Explore how machine learning models are used to predict property values, rental yields, and future market trends. Understand how platforms like Zillow, Redfin, and Compass are integrating AI to create smarter pricing recommendations.���� AI in Real Estate Marketing See how AI personalizes advertising campaigns, optimizes listings, writes SEO-friendly descriptions, and boosts conversions with intelligent copywriting tools and dynamic image generation. You'll also learn how chatbots, email marketing automation, and data-driven lead scoring improve client engagement.����️ AI for Real Estate Investors Discover how investors are leveraging AI to identify high-potential properties, reduce risk, and make data-informed decisions. From identifying undervalued neighborhoods to automating portfolio management, AI is unlocking new investment strategies.���� Virtual Tours, Smart Staging & Image Recognition Dive into the visual tech side: AI-enhanced photography, virtual staging, and smart image recognition help buyers experience properties remotely. Learn how AI transforms listing visuals into powerful sales tools that stand out in competitive markets.���� Fraud Detection and Compliance Understand how AI is used to detect fraud in real estate transactions, screen tenants, and manage risk in compliance-heavy areas. Gain peace of mind knowing how tech can improve security and transparency.���� AI in Commercial Real Estate See how smart buildings, occupancy sensors, and AI-powered asset management tools are transforming the commercial space-making operations more efficient, sustainable, and profitable.���� Real-Time Market Intelligence Learn how to harness AI-powered platforms to track trends, forecast changes, and stay competitive. From macro market analysis to hyper-local data, AI tools are providing insights no human alone can uncover.���� Who Should Read This Book?Real Estate Agents & Brokers looking to automate workflows and close more deals.Property Investors & Flippers who want to leverage data for smarter investments.Property Managers & Landlords who need tools to simplify leasing, maintenance, and communication.
Downside Risk Optimization of the Thrift Savings Plan Lifecycle Fund Portfolios
Disruptive Leadership
Companies worldwide are striving to transform their industries through innovative products and services. Becoming a disruptive organization, however, is easier said than done. Even more difficult is being a company that continually disrupts. Is it possible to discern a code for how companies can achieve this? In this highly readable and engaging book, a disruptive leadership framework is proposed in which caring deeply is placed at the center of the model. Apple is used as the leading example. By turning care into a focal point, a triphasic model is proposed that moves from the personal sphere (individual), to the corporate arena (organizational), and then to the global stage (impact). Nine key factors are identified along this path for how companies can achieve organizational excellence.This second edition updates all the facts, data, and history around Apple since the first edition and calls out how its revolution of care continues to not only validate its success but astound with its seemingly unfettered upside. Its ability to disrupt seems to have no limits, thus challenging business leaders, present and future, to incorporate the DNA of care as they build and scale businesses. In addition to the previously profiled companies such as Nike, IKEA, 3M, and Starbucks, new case studies including Uniqlo, Alibaba, On Running, 7-Eleven, and Costco are presented to supplement Apple's story.Features: A new organizational model is given for interpreting Apple's success. Nine principles of organizational excellence are discerned from this new model. Promotes caring deeply as a focal point for approaching disruptive leadership. New corporate profiles include Uniqlo, Alibaba, On Running, 7-Eleven, and Costco. Application questions and assignments are included for each chapter, making it an ideal training tool for leadership development and personal application.
Building Wealth While Serving
Would you believe me if I said that every military member has the potential to become a millionaire?What if achieving financial freedom is easier than you think?This book is your guide to building wealth while in the line of duty. It's loaded with intel and practical tips to teach you how to: Get more from your salary Maximize your pension Leverage your military allowances Master your budget and tackle debtInvest like a pro to build lasting wealthIn Building Wealth While Serving, Paulo Lo Xan Keomanyla explores the secrets behind every soldier's financial prosperity through the lens of his lived experience in the Canadian Armed Forces. His mission? To help each soldier serve proudly and retire wealthy-and it all starts with a single cup of coffee.
AI Options Trading for Beginners
Do you struggle to make consistent profits in options trading? Are you overwhelmed by complex strategies and unsure where to start? Do you want to leverage AI to reduce risk and maximize your returns?If you answered YES to at least one of these questions, you MUST KEEP READING...The Game-Changing AI-Powered Approach to Options TradingEvery trader dreams of consistent profits, but reality often delivers frustration, losses, and uncertainty. You've likely tried different strategies, only to find yourself stuck in cycles of gains and setbacks. Traditional methods require hours of analysis, deep market knowledge, and constant monitoring-leaving you exhausted and second-guessing every move. And while countless "experts" promise foolproof trading systems, they rarely work in real-world conditions.But don't despair-you are not alone on this journey...Unlock the Power of AI to Trade Smarter, Not HarderThis book was born from the frustration of traders who knew there had to be a better way. By integrating artificial intelligence into options trading, we can now analyze vast amounts of data, detect hidden patterns, and execute precision-driven strategies-without the emotional pitfalls of human decision-making. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced trader, this guide will teach you how to harness AI to optimize your trades, manage risk effectively, and scale your profits like never before.Inside, you'll discover: How AI is revolutionizing options trading and why you need to adapt now.50 proven AI-driven strategies to maximize profits while minimizing risk.Step-by-step guidance on using machine learning models to predict market trends.The psychology of AI trading-how to eliminate emotional decision-making.Real-world case studies of successful AI-assisted trades.Imagine confidently placing trades, knowing that AI is working tirelessly to analyze, adapt, and execute on your behalf. No more guesswork, no more emotional trading-just smart, data-driven decisions that give you a real edge in the market.It's time to transform your trading journey.Get Your Copy Today and Start Trading Smarter with AI!
Leading Successful Teams How to Create a Winning Culture in Healthcare 3rd Edition
Every organization's systems can be enhanced, and your team's success in implementing essential improvements depends greatly on your leadership. The results-oriented, system-by-system diagnosis and prescriptions in Leading Successful Teams: A Systems Approach To Create A Winning Culture in Healthcare 3rd ed, give you the knowledge and tools to improve your practice's performance. Whether you want to fine-tune your practice or manage a complete overhaul of the entire operation, this book provides the answers you need to lead your team to success.
Effect of Inclusive Teaching Strategies
Inclusive Teaching Strategies For Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) refer to evidence-based instructional methods and classroom practices that are designed to meet the diverse learning needs of children with ASD within mainstream or inclusive educational settings. These strategies aim to support social, behavioral, communication, and academic development while promoting participation and interaction with typically developing peers.
Deep Learning for Healthcare
Deep learning, a rapidly advancing branch of artificial intelligence (AI), is revolutionizing the landscape of healthcare by enabling machines to perform complex tasks such as pattern recognition, classification, and prediction with unprecedented accuracy. Unlike traditional machine learning, which relies heavily on manual feature extraction, deep learning employs artificial neural networks capable of automatically learning from large volumes of raw data. This capability has made it a powerful tool in solving some of the most intricate problems in healthcare.Despite the challenges surrounding data privacy, model interpretability, and regulatory compliance, the benefits of deep learning in healthcare are profound. It streamlines clinical workflows, reduces diagnostic delays, supports evidence-based decisions, and improves the overall quality of care. As research continues to evolve, deep learning holds immense promise in addressing some of the most pressing challenges in global health-ranging from early disease detection and chronic illness management to outbreak prediction and drug discovery.
Grid Integration Of Renewables
The transition to clean, sustainable energy is one of the defining challenges and opportunities of our time. Around the world, renewable energy sources such as solar, wind, hydro, and biomass are transforming how electricity is generated and consumed. These technologies promise a future with reduced carbon emissions, lower dependence on fossil fuels, and improved environmental health. Yet, as the share of renewables in the energy mix continues to grow, a critical question arises: how can these resources be effectively and reliably integrated into our existing power grids?Power grids were originally designed for centralized, controllable generation from fossil-fuel-based power plants. In contrast, renewable energy is often decentralized and variable its output depends on weather, time of day, and seasonal patterns. This variability can lead to imbalances between electricity supply and demand, posing challenges for grid stability and reliability. Additionally, many renewable systems are connected at the distribution level, requiring changes to how the grid is monitored, managed, and upgraded.
SQL Mastery
This book is crafted for a wide audience, from students just beginning to explore the world of databases, to professionals who wish to refine their SQL capabilities and unlock the full potential of database systems. Whether you're writing your first SELECT statement or grappling with execution plans and optimization strategies, this book serves as a clear, structured, and thorough resource.The journey begins with an accessible introduction to the core principles of relational databases and the syntax of SQL. Readers will quickly grasp how to perform essential data operations like selecting, inserting, updating, and deleting records. Building upon this foundation, the book delves into more complex tasks such as filtering and sorting data, performing joins across multiple tables, and constructing nested queries and subqueries. Each concept is reinforced with real-life examples, hands-on exercises, and explanations that demystify even the most complex topics.
Experiencing executive coaching
Executive coaching is an emerging occupation and field which despite its popularity remains neither clearly defined nor well understood both in theory and in practice. This research expands the limited understanding of executive coaching through its interpretation of coaching literature and exploration of the coaching experiences of two key parties in the coaching relationship: client executives and executive coaches. The emergent model: Creating spaces for reinvention through executive coaching, highlights that at the core of the executive coaching experience is the co-creation of a coaching relationship space for self-reflection and experiential learning by a client executive that is facilitated by an executive coach. Executive coaching is viewed as optimal when it assists clients to develop the capability to become their own self-coach and continue their lifelong journey of learning from experience. The value of phenomenological research in executive coaching is illustrated. The model presented in this book is of value to the executive coaching industry, trainers and educators and individuals and organisations seeking to understand and maximise coaching experiences.
Protecting Vulnerable Populations
Prostitution in Africa has evolved with urbanization and the rise of digital technologies, creating new risks for vulnerable populations, especially women and girls. The use of ICTs has expanded online sex work but also increased exposure to exploitation, trafficking, and digital abuse. This study calls for precautionary measures including stronger legal protections, digital safety education, public awareness campaigns, and economic empowerment programs. A coordinated approach is essential to mitigate harm and protect those at risk in the digital era.
Leadership Is Not Automatic
Set against the dynamic world of advertising, Leadership Is Not Automatic presents a captivating fable for young leaders in the workplace. Blending an enthralling story with practical insights, this book dives deep into the complexities of leadership, where every decision has lasting consequences. Follow protagonist, Sam, on his leadership journey-from his role as a first-time manager of a boutique ad agency to a director of a large advertising firm-as he navigates tough conversations, challenging personnel decisions, and the complexities of aligning personal values with business goals. As Sam faces these pivotal moments, he learns that leadership is not automatic-it's about making intentional choices that honour both the people and the business. But the journey doesn't end there. In a game-changing bonus section, the authors reimagine Sam's toughest leadership moments-with the guidance of a coach. How could his decisions have shifted? How might the outcomes have been transformed? This powerful segment offers readers invaluable takeaways, showing how coaching can transform defining moments into leadership breakthroughs that can be applied in their own careers.
Swing Trading for Beginners
The stock market moves in mysterious ways. Sometimes stocks just move a few pennies. Sometimes, they go into dips. Other times, they shoot up like rockets. Wouldn't you like to be able to make real money out of the big swings? Most of the time, those big swings don't come from nowhere. The price looks as if it suddenly went up for no good reason - but if you track the market the right way, you can see how that situation emerged. Take that a step further, and you can see these situations appearing before the price shoots up.That's the way successful traders made their money. Traders like: Kathy Lien started out trading FX at JP Morgan, and now trades for her own account; she is also well known writer on swing trading techniques.George Soros, a hedge fund manager and swing trader - one of his biggest trades was a $1bn profit making short sale of sterling in the run-up to Black Monday in 1992.Nicolas Darvas - a dancer by profession - who made $2m in less than two years using his own system of share price analysis. And you could join them too!This book assumes you are starting from zero, and takes you all the way to advanced trading strategies. Here is just a fraction of the detailed advice you can expect in this book;How you can actually still make juicy profits off a failed trade pattern - Page 220The two must-have features you need in a trading platform - Page 67You could actually lose 60% of your trades and still end up with a profit - Learn more on page 204These four criteria's will absolutely speed up your stock screening - Read more on page 73The top 18 ratios you must understand to be successful in swing trading - Page 165You could try this hidden trick to reduce the risks you run - Page 203If I'm risking $2.17 to get $7 profit, is that an acceptable risk/reward ratio? - Page 188What I suggest you must do before paying for a charting platform subscription - Page 68What caused brokers in the 1929 market crash to jump out of windows - Find out on page 47Why I believe this one shortcut will save you so much time and money - Page 70If you double up on 5% position sizes, how many trades would it take to wipe you out? - Page 202and a lot more, too!Plus on Page 8, you'll also get our free bonus video masterclass; Charting Simplified Masterclass.So even if you've never read a single trading book in your life. You will immediately understand how to become a successful swing trader.Kickstart your moneymaking career today!
