Love as a Change Strategy
Learn how to lead and scale meaningful change efforts throughout your organization In Love as a Change Strategy, a team of entrepreneurs, analysts, and designers delivers an exciting and inspiring guide for individual and community revitalization. The authors explain how to lead cultural, technological, procedural, or structural change by starting with change within the business leader themselves. This book follows on the heels of the widely read Love as a Business Strategy, showing you how to manage change using a four-part framework. Separated into four interlocking parts, the book walks you through how to understand the approach, change yourself, change your organization, and change the world. You'll also find: Practical lessons and mindsets you can adopt to encourage and embrace change The structure, operations, tech, finance practices, and compliance procedures you can implement to enact change Personal stories and first-hand case studies about change management and change mismanagement Perfect for business leaders responsible for shepherding their organizations - including corporations, nonprofits, and governmental agencies - through major changes, Love as a Change Strategy will also prove invaluable for employees, board members, and new managers looking for help navigating turbulence in their work.
Tech Confidential
Silicon Valley is not the glossy utopia our promising youth has been sold; it's a modern-day Colosseum where overclocked misfits battle for their shot at unicorn status and glory. Forget the embroidered zip hoodies and free kombucha fantasies--in Tech Confidential, two renegade insiders cut through the buzzwords and bullsh*t. They show that your dreams of changing the world are possible, but success has a high price and the person you were before may not like the person you become. This book dishes out hard-earned strategies to help you not just survive but thrive in a world that chews people up and spits them out in the name of "innovation."Inside these pages, you'll meet brilliant oddballs racing to launch the next big product, engineers treating the next line of code as their personal Everest, and leaders juggling corporate politics while one breath away from the company's last gasp. Along the way, the authors deliver sharp, painfully relatable anecdotes and practical strategies that show you how to: Tame your ego to navigate corporate politics like a proEmbrace the misfits and survive toxic colleaguesMoneyball the market to build products people wantGet money or get outPacked with insights, humor, and hard-won hope, this essential guide is for anyone daring to dream big in the tech world--and still wanting a life left to enjoy.
Dirtbag Billionaire
New York Times reporter and bestselling author David Gelles reveals how Patagonia became a global leader in doing well by doing good and how other companies are adopting its principles. This is the inside story of one of the most extraordinary brands in the corporate world, the rare company that is driven by environmental activism instead of cutthroat capitalism. Founded in 1973, Patagonia has grown into a wildly popular producer of jackets, hats, and fleece vests, with a cultlike following among hardcore alpinists and Wall Street traders alike, posting sales of more than $1 billion a year. But it's not just the clothes that make Patagonia unique. For decades, the company has distinguished itself as a singular beacon for socially responsible business, the rare company that can legitimately claim to be doing its damnedest to make the world a better place, while also making a profit. From its early efforts to take exemplary care of its employees, to its extensive work trying to clean up its supply chain, to its controversial activism, Patagonia has set itself apart from its peers with one unorthodox decision after another, proving that there is another way to do capitalism. At the heart of the story is Patagonia's founder, the legendary rock climber Yvon Chouinard. A perennial outsider who forged one of the most impressive resumes in the outdoor world, Chouinard also established himself as a pivotal figure in the history of American business. Guided by his anti-authoritarian streak and his unwavering commitment to preserving the natural world, Patagonia came to exert a powerful influence on other companies, paving the way for a new era of social and environmental responsibility. He started out as a dirtbag--a term affectionately bestowed on poor, itinerant outdoorsmen so uninterested in material possessions they are happy to sleep in the dirt--and he became a billionaire. Chouinard also proved that there was another way to be a philanthropist. In the twilight of his career, he gave away Patagonia, renouncing his wealth and committing all its future profits to fighting the climate crisis. Drawing on exclusive access to Chouinard and the Patagonia team, Dirtbag Billionaire offers new insights into the key moments that informed their priorities, shaped the company, and sent ripples across the corporate world.
Over Work
"Brigid Schulte is a vital voice on the future of work, and her carefully researched book lights the way to fewer hours, less stress, and more meaning."―Adam Grant, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Think Again and Hidden Potential, and host of the podcast WorkLife From the New York Times bestselling author of Overwhelmed, a deeply reported exploration of why American work isn't working and how our lives can be made more meaningful Following Overwhelmed, Brigid Schulte's groundbreaking examination of time management and stress, the prizewinning journalist now turns her attention to the greatest culprit in America's quality-of-life crisis: the way our economy and culture conceive of work. Americans across all demographics, industries, and socioeconomic levels report exhaustion, burnout, and the wish for more meaningful lives. This full-system failure in our structure of work affects everything from gender inequality to domestic stability, and it even shortens our lifespans. Drawing on years of research, Schulte traces the arc of our discontent from a time before the 1980s, when work was compatible with well-being and allowed a single earner to support a family, until today, with millions of people working multiple hourly jobs or in white-collar positions where no hours are ever off duty. She casts a wide net in search of solutions, exploring the movement to institute a four-day workweek, introducing Japan's Housewives Brigade--which demands legal protection for family time--and embedding with CEOs who are making the business case for humane conditions. And she demonstrates the power of a collective and creative demand for change, showing that work can be organized in an infinite number of ways that are good for humans and for business. Fiercely argued and vividly told, rich with stories and informed by deep investigation, Over Work lays out a clear vision for ending our punishing grind and reclaiming leisure, joy, and meaning.
The Great Report And Proposal Writing
Writing business reports and proposals to successful ends requires following some very vital and basic rules which are determinants of the life extents of businesses worldwide as mentioned in this book.. There exist numerous principles and guidelines for different business situations. The most important thing is identifying what works for the different situations in their environment of business.In other to plan projects; certain techniques are very vital to the ultimate success of it. These vitals are used in major complex projects of large organizations and also used in time deliverability of jobs. These are valuable techniques which ought to be common to all levels of businesses.
Negotiation + Influence = Success
What if three minutes a day could transform your career?Negotiating effectively and exerting influence are crucial skills that can feel overwhelming.Negotiation + Influence = Success: Quick Lessons to Help You Win in Corporate Life solves this problem with a series of bite-sized practical lessons that you can apply immediately.With over 25 years of experience across top global firms and business schools, Giuseppe Conti shares proven techniques to build rapport, create value, and influence others with integrity. Whether you are negotiating a deal, asking for a raise or strengthening key relationships, this book offers powerful insights that you can apply immediately via small daily improvements.
That's Not What I Said
That's Not What I Said: Learn Conversational Competence and Change the Outcome is more than a communication book-it's a field guide for real-life leadership in messy, high-stakes moments.Built on the proven DARE(TM) Model (Describe, Acknowledge, Review, Engage), this step-by-step approach will shift how you show up in every conversation that matters. Whether you're leading a team, navigating relationships, or just trying to avoid yet another workplace landmine, this book will help you stop avoiding, start engaging, and finally get to the real issue. With humor, wisdom, and over 5,000 leaders' worth of lived experience behind it, this book teaches you the skill no one formally taught but everyone expects you to have: how to talk-and listen-when it counts.
The Corporate Jungle
Sometimes possessing great talent, being competent at your job and having a positive outlook are not enough to do well at work. Professional success is not merely dependent on merit; being able to read people and their motives is what keeps one ahead. But organizational politics baffles most people and only the ones who can negotiate it manage to rise to the top. However, you don't need to 'play politics' to survive - just knowing how different workers operate is enough to keep you one step ahead.The Corporate Jungle is a guide to organizational politics. It will help you identify the Jaguars, the Lions, the Cats, the Bears and other types within your organization; let you know of destructive ploys people use, such as the Mustard Gas Strategy or the 3R Strategy; and teach you the right defence techniques. HR professional and expert Seema Raghunath's book is invaluable for anyone negotiating office politics and seeking to understand how interpersonal dynamics in organizations work.
OTP Please
A great shift is underway in how we buy, eat, move, work and sell owing to technological intervention. Tech platforms--whether a Swiggy, Amazon or Uber in India, a Foodpanda in Pakistan or a Pathao in Bangladesh or Nepal--have eased the pressures of modern life. They have freed up our time, provided jobs to grateful millions and delivered guilty pleasures and last-minute necessities to online buyers. But behind the dazzle of the digital, much is opaque. Gig workers live a precarious life while internet retailers cope with the oppressive rules of global behemoths. Consumers wonder if there are are consequences to instant gratification and the extreme ease of living. OTP Please delves into the wondrous new world of electronic commerce by connecting diverse stories and perspectives gathered across South Asia, from Peshawar to Patna and Colombo to Kathmandu. It explores the emotional dynamics between the different actors on this stage, the workings of tech companies and the implications for policy. Deeply researched and breezily narrated, it is essential reading to understand this extraordinary digital age that we inhabit.
People First. Safety Always.
Safety isn't just a policy-it's a culture built from within.In People First. Safety Always, Mickey Hannum challenges the outdated notion that compliance alone ensures safety. Drawing from real-world stories and proven leadership strategies, this book offers a powerful framework for building a workplace culture rooted in trust, accountability, and shared responsibility. Whether you're a safety professional, executive, or front-line leader, you'll gain the tools to create lasting change, where safety becomes not just a requirement, but a core value embraced by everyone.
Building Intentional Relationships
Meaningful relationships aren't made by accident-they're built with intention.This practical and empowering guide will help you cultivate strong, authentic connections in both your professional and personal life.In Part 1, you'll learn how to approach networking with confidence and clarity. Discover how to follow up effectively, set relationship-driven goals, and identify meaningful opportunities-all while managing your time and energy with purpose.In Part 2, the focus shifts to life beyond work. Explore how to build deep, lasting friendships, determine who belongs in your inner circle, and foster a true sense of connection and belonging. With tools for initiating conversations, evaluating mutuality, and practicing gratitude, you'll be equipped to build lasting relationships rooted in authenticity.Move beyond surface-level interactions and start forming connections that truly matter!
Unbreakable
For the DEI practitioners, cultural changemakers, and those carrying the weight of this work-this book is for you. When you don't have a blueprint, sometimes you must build one-and then become it. Unbreakable: A Changemaker's Guide is both a resource and a rallying cry for those navigating the complexities of DEI work in systems that are often resistant to change. Whether you are the first, the few, or the only in your workplace, this book equips you with the strategies, tools, and insights to sustain both your mission and yourself. Lois Castillo understands the emotional and professional toll of this work-the underestimation, the systemic resistance, the personal stakes. Through practical guidance, personal reflections, and tested frameworks, she offers a lifeline to practitioners striving to drive impact without losing themselves in the process. This book is more than a guide; it's a companion for those who refuse to waver in their commitment to equity and inclusion. When the work gets hard, let Unbreakable remind you: You are not alone. You are part of something bigger. And you are, indeed, unbreakable.
Unbreakable
For the DEI practitioners, cultural changemakers, and those carrying the weight of this work-this book is for you. When you don't have a blueprint, sometimes you must build one-and then become it. Unbreakable: A Changemaker's Guide is both a resource and a rallying cry for those navigating the complexities of DEI work in systems that are often resistant to change. Whether you are the first, the few, or the only in your workplace, this book equips you with the strategies, tools, and insights to sustain both your mission and yourself. Lois Castillo understands the emotional and professional toll of this work-the underestimation, the systemic resistance, the personal stakes. Through practical guidance, personal reflections, and tested frameworks, she offers a lifeline to practitioners striving to drive impact without losing themselves in the process. This book is more than a guide; it's a companion for those who refuse to waver in their commitment to equity and inclusion. When the work gets hard, let Unbreakable remind you: You are not alone. You are part of something bigger. And you are, indeed, unbreakable.
Agency Pods
Agency Pods represent a revolutionary shift in organisational structure. For more than a century, businesses have unknowingly held themselves back by traditionally organising their teams by job function. While it might sound sensible, this organisational structure places strict limits on the ability for organisations to grow, innovate, and acquire talent. Enter the Agency Pod; a new way to organise employees that breaks from the traditional constraints of function-based set ups. With this innovative new industry structure, employees are aligned into small, cross-functional teams, or Pods, that act as internal agencies responsible for specific clients every need. This contrasts the traditional single function model, where departments handle only small parts of client or project deliverables, creating a highly collaborative, nimble, and laser focused environment which allows organisations of all kinds to become much more responsive to client requests and changing market conditions. As this new business organisational structure takes the corporate world by storm, leading System Integrators and Service Providers globally have either already moved to the pod model or are hastily doing so. In Agency Pods: The Definitive Guide, Bhatti and Biddiscombe blow the lid off one of the most closely guarded secrets in business consulting by explaining how to implement it, how to measure it, and what success looks like.
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Surrounded by Idiots Revised & Expanded Edition
A fully revised and expanded edition of the runaway bestseller, Surrounded by Idiots--now with more: Text - Charts - Examples - Snark! Master the four basic behavior types and change the way you communicate! Do you ever think you're the only one making any sense? Or tried to reason with your partner with disastrous results? Do long, rambling answers drive you crazy? You are not alone. After a disastrous meeting with a highly successful entrepreneur, who was genuinely convinced he was 'surrounded by idiots, ' communication expert and bestselling author Thomas Erikson dedicated himself to understanding how people function and why we often struggle to connect with certain personality types. Erikson's simple yet ground-breaking techniques will help you understand yourself better, hone communication and social skills, handle conflict with confidence, improve dynamics with your boss and team, and get the best out of the people you deal with and manage. At a moment in time when understanding one another is more important than ever, Thomas Erikson revisits his most popular title, offering an updated and expanded edition that will make you a master of communication.
Surrounded by Idiots Revised & Expanded Edition
A fully revised and expanded edition of the runaway bestseller, Surrounded by Idiots--now with more: Text - Charts - Examples - Snark! Master the four basic behavior types and change the way you communicate! Do you ever think you're the only one making any sense? Or tried to reason with your partner with disastrous results? Do long, rambling answers drive you crazy? You are not alone. After a disastrous meeting with a highly successful entrepreneur, who was genuinely convinced he was 'surrounded by idiots, ' communication expert and bestselling author Thomas Erikson dedicated himself to understanding how people function and why we often struggle to connect with certain personality types. Erikson's simple yet ground-breaking techniques will help you understand yourself better, hone communication and social skills, handle conflict with confidence, improve dynamics with your boss and team, and get the best out of the people you deal with and manage. At a moment in time when understanding one another is more important than ever, Thomas Erikson revisits his most popular title, offering an updated and expanded edition that will make you a master of communication.
Freshly Brewed Coaching
At Freshly Brewed Caf矇, Wayne and Matt aren't just having coffee-they're brewing transformation. They believe personal growth and coaching shouldn't be reserved for corporate executives; it should be accessible to everyone-from the small business owner to the shop manager, from the tradesperson to the barista behind the counter. Through engaging, real-life conversations, Freshly Brewed Coaching: Crafting a Bold New You follows Wayne and Matt as they guide everyday people-like Connor, Susie, Rick, and Phil-through the struggles of self-doubt, career pivots, and personal roadblocks. With humor, insight, and practical coaching principles, they challenge each person to rethink their goals, embrace change, and take control of their future. This isn't just a book-it's an interactive journey. Readers are encouraged to reflect on their own lives, diagnose where they are, prescribe a plan for growth, and ultimately thrive. Whether you're feeling stuck in your career, questioning your purpose, or just looking for inspiration to take that next step, Freshly Brewed Coaching will show you that selfimprovement isn't out of reach-it's as simple as the right conversation at the right time. So grab a cup of coffee, pull up a chair, and start your own transformation. Because the only thing standing between you and your next breakthrough... is a decision.
The Essentials of Confident Communication
Two Powerful Books. One Life-Changing Communication Toolkit.The Essentials of Confident Communication brings together two bestselling guides -The Essentials of How to Talk to Anyone and The Essentials of Public Speaking - into one transformative volume. Whether you're navigating everyday conversations or preparing for a big presentation, this 2-in-1 combo gives you the skills, strategies, and confidence to speak with clarity, connect deeply, and leave a lasting impression.BOOK ONE: The Essentials of How to Talk to AnyoneHave you ever walked away from a conversation thinking, "Why did I say that?" Or worse-"Why didn't I say anything at all?"✅ Learn how to start natural conversations - even with strangers✅ Build confidence using a simple 2-part framework that doesn't feel forced✅ Decode body language and respond in ways that deepen trust✅ Master listening techniques that make people feel seen and heard✅ Know what to say when conversations get awkward, tense, or emotional✅ Turn small talk into meaningful connections - without being "that person"Bonus: Includes interactive practice exercises, real-life scenarios, and Voice AI prompts so you can rehearse social skills in a low-pressure setting using Voice ChatGPT.BOOK TWO: The Essentials of Public SpeakingWhat if the same tools used by history's greatest orators could help you deliver a memorable speech, even if you're nervous, introverted, or completely new to public speaking?✅ Discover Aristotle's timeless 5-part rhetoric formula and how to use it today✅ Follow the 8-step system to go from blank page to confident delivery✅ Calm your nerves using proven mindset and anxiety-reducing strategies✅ Learn what to do (and not do) with your tone, gestures, and body language✅ Engage any audience with stories, energy, and credibility✅ Use persuasive NLP-based techniques to influence and inspire✅ Create outlines for any type of speech - from casual to professionalJust clear, proven methods to help you speak with confidence, own the room, and get your message across.Why This Combo Works: Most people separate "daily conversations" from "public speaking," but the truth is-the skills are deeply connected. The ability to speak with confidence, think on your feet, and connect authentically matters just as much at a family dinner as it does on stage. This bundle gives you both.If you've ever wished you could: Start conversations that actually go somewhereFeel less awkward at networking events, job interviews, or social gatheringsSpeak clearly under pressure, even when nerves kick inBecome the kind of communicator people remember (for all the right reasons)Yes! Then this 2-in-1 book was made for you!Whether you're stepping onto a stage or into a conversation, your words matter.Let this 2-in-1 guide show you how to use them well.
Agency at Work
This transformative book explores the modern workplace's anxiety epidemic, revealing the toll of burnout and offering a groundbreaking solution: agency. By studying thriving outliers, Indro Roy identifies 10 practical rules to empower individuals to navigate workplace challenges, improve mental well-being, and achieve fulfillment.Divided into personal, social, and growth agency, the book's framework equips readers to reclaim control, build resilience, and thrive under uncertainty.
The Essentials of Confident Communication
Two Powerful Books. One Life-Changing Communication Toolkit.The Essentials of Confident Communication brings together two bestselling guides -The Essentials of How to Talk to Anyone and The Essentials of Public Speaking - into one transformative volume. Whether you're navigating everyday conversations or preparing for a big presentation, this 2-in-1 combo gives you the skills, strategies, and confidence to speak with clarity, connect deeply, and leave a lasting impression.BOOK ONE: The Essentials of How to Talk to AnyoneHave you ever walked away from a conversation thinking, "Why did I say that?" Or worse-"Why didn't I say anything at all?"✅ Learn how to start natural conversations - even with strangers✅ Build confidence using a simple 2-part framework that doesn't feel forced✅ Decode body language and respond in ways that deepen trust✅ Master listening techniques that make people feel seen and heard✅ Know what to say when conversations get awkward, tense, or emotional✅ Turn small talk into meaningful connections - without being "that person"Bonus: Includes interactive practice exercises, real-life scenarios, and Voice AI prompts so you can rehearse social skills in a low-pressure setting using Voice ChatGPT.BOOK TWO: The Essentials of Public SpeakingWhat if the same tools used by history's greatest orators could help you deliver a memorable speech, even if you're nervous, introverted, or completely new to public speaking?✅ Discover Aristotle's timeless 5-part rhetoric formula and how to use it today✅ Follow the 8-step system to go from blank page to confident delivery✅ Calm your nerves using proven mindset and anxiety-reducing strategies✅ Learn what to do (and not do) with your tone, gestures, and body language✅ Engage any audience with stories, energy, and credibility✅ Use persuasive NLP-based techniques to influence and inspire✅ Create outlines for any type of speech - from casual to professionalJust clear, proven methods to help you speak with confidence, own the room, and get your message across.Why This Combo Works: Most people separate "daily conversations" from "public speaking," but the truth is-the skills are deeply connected. The ability to speak with confidence, think on your feet, and connect authentically matters just as much at a family dinner as it does on stage. This bundle gives you both.If you've ever wished you could: Start conversations that actually go somewhereFeel less awkward at networking events, job interviews, or social gatheringsSpeak clearly under pressure, even when nerves kick inBecome the kind of communicator people remember (for all the right reasons)Yes! Then this 2-in-1 book was made for you!Whether you're stepping onto a stage or into a conversation, your words matter.Let this 2-in-1 guide show you how to use them well.
Working Through Planetary Breakdown
Working through Planetary Breakdown offers a genuinely interdisciplinary engagement with the future of paid and unpaid work in the context of the twin challenges of decarbonisation and the growing impacts of an unstable climate.It is innovative in its grounding of such discussions in the everyday realities of workers' experiences with an empirical focus on skill, occupational shifts and technological change at the workplace level. Part I: Skills and Training delves into how workers gain crucial skills across their lifetimes. From survivalist 'preppers' to local microgrid operators, the chapters reveal practical and often unrecognised but essential expertise. Case studies include air-conditioning technical educators and construction trades leveraging tacit knowledge of sustainable practices. Part II: Industrial Transformation draws on empirical studies from coal mining, manufacturing, defence and construction to highlight workers' experiences of climate shifts, heat and industrial transition. Theoretical contributions explore novel legal strategies such as fossil fuel "cessation" and examine the role of health and safety frameworks in addressing worker democracy and climate change mitigation.This collection will resonate with scholars, students, policymakers and trade unionists interested in environmental labour studies, just transitions and the future of work. It offers vital lessons for navigating complex industrial transformations.Key Features: - Detailed case studies in critical sectors such as energy, construction, defence and manufacturing;- A dynamic interdisciplinary fusion of human geography, political economy, sociology, industrial relations and law;- Emphasis on worker agency, practical skill, and grassroots adaptability amid intensifying climate impacts.Keywords: climate change, skill, industrial labour, just transitions, industrial transition, technological change, environmental labour studies, political economy, manufacturing, defence, construction, preppers, decarbonisation, work health and safety, industrial law, mitigation, adaptation
Working Through Planetary Breakdown
Working through Planetary Breakdown offers a genuinely interdisciplinary engagement with the future of paid and unpaid work in the context of the twin challenges of decarbonisation and the growing impacts of an unstable climate.It is innovative in its grounding of such discussions in the everyday realities of workers' experiences with an empirical focus on skill, occupational shifts and technological change at the workplace level. Part I: Skills and Training delves into how workers gain crucial skills across their lifetimes. From survivalist 'preppers' to local microgrid operators, the chapters reveal practical and often unrecognised but essential expertise. Case studies include air-conditioning technical educators and construction trades leveraging tacit knowledge of sustainable practices. Part II: Industrial Transformation draws on empirical studies from coal mining, manufacturing, defence and construction to highlight workers' experiences of climate shifts, heat and industrial transition. Theoretical contributions explore novel legal strategies such as fossil fuel "cessation" and examine the role of health and safety frameworks in addressing worker democracy and climate change mitigation.This collection will resonate with scholars, students, policymakers and trade unionists interested in environmental labour studies, just transitions and the future of work. It offers vital lessons for navigating complex industrial transformations.Key Features: - Detailed case studies in critical sectors such as energy, construction, defence and manufacturing;- A dynamic interdisciplinary fusion of human geography, political economy, sociology, industrial relations and law;- Emphasis on worker agency, practical skill, and grassroots adaptability amid intensifying climate impacts.Keywords: climate change, skill, industrial labour, just transitions, industrial transition, technological change, environmental labour studies, political economy, manufacturing, defence, construction, preppers, decarbonisation, work health and safety, industrial law, mitigation, adaptation
AI Powered Cyber Defense
This book emphasizes that AI is a tool-not a replacement. The most effective cybersecurity operations combine machine efficiency with human intuition. By automating routine and repetitive tasks, AI allows analysts to focus on high-level decision-making, threat hunting, and strategic planning.We are at the cusp of a new era in cybersecurity. As attackers leverage AI to craft more deceptive and destructive threats, defenders must respond with equal technological sophistication. AI and machine learning are no longer optional they are essential components of modern cyber defense.This book is an invitation to explore, learn, and build. Whether you are a student beginning your journey, a security professional looking to upgrade your skill set, or a policymaker designing national cyber strategy this book will equip you with the knowledge and insights needed to thrive in an AI-driven cyber landscape.
