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Iconoclast: A Neuroscientist Reveals How to Think Differently
Author Gregory Berns
No organization can survive without iconoclasts -- innovators who single-handedly upturn conventional wisdom and manage to achieve what so many others deem impossible. Though indispensable, true iconoclasts are few and far between. In Iconoclast, neuroscientist Greg....
Release Date 2008/10 -
The 12 factors of Business Success: Discover, Develop, and Leverage Your Strengths
Author Mollie Marti , Dave Lakhani , Kevin Hogan
Praise forThe 12 factors of Business Success"Kevin Hogan is a thinker-and a doer. He has a devoted following that lives by his wisdom. His latest book on achievement is not optional. If you are looking to climb the success ladder, Kevin Hogan's book will be there f....
Release Date 2008/09 -
A Coach's Guide to Emotional Intelligence: Strategies for Developing Successful Leaders
Author Marcia Hughes , James Bradford Terrell
A Coach's Guide to Emotional Intelligence is a groundbreaking book that combines the topics of coaching and emotional intelligence in a down-to-earth resource for coaches, facilitators, and consultants. The authors, James Bradford Terrell and Marcia Hughes two expe....
Release Date 2008/09 -
Author Justin Brusino
Giving a great presentation seems elusive to many of us, but with some preparation and a few pointers we can all speak confidently and impress an audience. This Infoline offers readers presentation tips including how to control your nerves, select and use proper vis....
Release Date 2008/09 -
Author Nancy Duarte
No matter where you are on the organizational ladder, the odds are high that you've delivered a high-stakes presentation to your peers, your boss, your customers, or the general public. Presentation software is one of the few tools that requires professionals to t....
Release Date 2008/08 -
Author Christee Gabour Atwood
Often good employees get promoted to managerial position with unfortunate results. Avoid losing your best employees to this common pitfall by providing your pool of potential managers with basic managerial skills before they are put in a sink or swim position. Manag....
Release Date 2008/08 -
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The Truth About Email Marketing
Author Simms Jenkins
Praise for The Truth About Email Marketing“It’s refreshing to see an author address specifics instead of gloss over generalities that can be boiled down to one sentence. Simms’ book debunks the top email marketing myths in a readable and logical fashion.”Tad Clarke,....
Release Date 2008/07 -
The Complete Idiot's Guide to Success as a Professional Speaker
Author Thomas A. Lisk
Get the gift of gab.In this guide, readers will find indispensable information on how to pursue public speaking as a full- or part-time career. Written by a 30-year veteran public speaker and bureau chief, this book shares details, advice, and insider tips on how t....
Release Date 2008/07 -
10 Steps to Successful Presentations
Author ASTD
The thought of giving a presentation often ranks at the top of the list of what people fear the most. 10 Steps to Successful Presentations provides readers with a proven 10-step process for developing and delivering an effective presentation based on real-world expe....
Release Date 2008/07 -
Author Richard Lauchman
Good writing is good business. Simple, straightforward writing saves time, creates good relationships, and prevents expensive misunderstandings. But why is it so hard to achieve? This incisive guide suggests ways to think about writing -- what it should look and so....
Release Date 2008/06 -
Transforming Public and Nonprofit Organizations
Author Kathryn E. Newcomer , James E. Kee
In the public and nonprofit arenas, leaders face the unique challenge of protecting the public interest while implementing organizational change initiatives. To succeed, these leaders must build organizations that are “change-centric,” carefully weigh and prep....
Release Date 2008/06 -
Speak for a Living: The Insider's Guide to Building a Speaking Career
Author Anne Bruce
Becoming a professional speaker and trainer is a dream for many, but it an incredibly tough industry to break into without the appropriate guidance. Speak for a Living shows readers how to take their natural talents to the next level by becoming an in demand speaker....
Release Date 2008/06 -
The Truth About Making Complex or Critical Decisions: The Essential Truths in 20 Minutes
Author Robert E. Gunther
Praise forThe Truth About Making Smart Decisions “The Truth About Making Smart Decisions offers a truly valuable and entertaining journey through the complex terrain of decision making. Robert Gunther combines a writer's gift of the pen with a keen understanding o....
Release Date 2008/04 -
The Truth About Managing Change: The Essential Truths in 20 Minutes
Author William S. Kane
Praise for The Truth About Thriving in Change“Although we know that change is constant, we are always surprised by it. Bill provides a roadmap to successfully navigate corporate change. Being conscientious to follow the ‘Truths’ will enable people to successfully fa....
Release Date 2008/04 -
The Truth About Thriving in Change
Author William S. Kane
Praise for The Truth About Thriving in Change“Although we know that change is constant, we are always surprised by it. Bill provides a roadmap to successfully navigate corporate change. Being conscientious to follow the ‘Truths’ will enable people to successfully fa....
Release Date 2008/04 -
Creative Capital: Georges Doriot and the Birth of Venture Capital
Author Spencer E. Ante
Venture capitalists are the handmaidens of innovation. Operating in the background, they provide the fuel needed to get fledgling companies off the ground--and the advice and guidance that helps growing companies survive their adolescence.In Creative Capital, Spence....
Release Date 2008/04 -
Plain Language in Government Writing
Author Judith G. Myers
A Plain-English Guide to Government Writing Whether you're in the public or private sector, good writing skills are critical to your success in the workplace. Plain Language in Government Writing: A Step-by-Step Guide shows you how to apply federal plain-lang....
Release Date 2008/04 -
Author Lisa J. Downs
Most adults have poor listening skills. In fact, with attention spans of less than eight minutes is it any wonder business and personal communications are rife with misunderstanding and needless conflict? Listening Skills Training is a complete resource designed to ....
Release Date 2008/04 -
Webcomics 2.0: An Insider’s Guide to Writing, Drawing, and Promoting Your Own Webcomics
Author Sam Romero , Steve Horton
Webcomics 2.0: An Insider's Guide to Writing, Drawing, and Promoting Your Own Webcomics is your comprehensive guide to webcomics creation, from initial concept to publication, and everything in between. Beginning with a brief introduction to get you familiar with w....
Release Date 2008/04 -
The Global English Style Guide
Author John R. Kohl
The Global English Style Guide illustrates how much you can do to make written texts more suitable for a global audience. Accompanied by an abundance of clearly explained examples, the Global English guidelines show you how to write documentation that is optimized f....
Release Date 2008/04 -
10 Steps to Successful Business Writing
Author Jack E. Appleman
This new title addresses solutions to the root cause of poor productivity--bad communication. And how often is that communication in writing? Almost every business communication today is in some form of writing, so learn from the best, the 10-step way to successful ....
Release Date 2008/03 -
The Truth About Motivating Your Employees: The Essential Truths in 20 Minutes
Author Martha I. Finney
Praise for The Truth About Getting the Best from People"Finally, a no-nonsense primer for leaders on how to build...and keep...extraordinary talent. This book should be in the briefcase of every exec in the world and should be pulled out every day for a refresher on....
Release Date 2008/02 -
The Truth About Confident Presenting
Author James O’Rourke
Praise for The Truth About Confident Presenting"O'Rourke goes beyond the typical list of speaking tips and packs a lot of wisdom into his 51 truths. He explains the critical link between the content of a speech and its ultimate effectiveness, illuminating the power....
Release Date 2008/02 -
The Truth About Avoiding Credit Scams: The Essential Truths in 20 Minutes
Author Steve Weisman
"You should read this book and take Steve Weisman's advice. And from the money and assets he helps you protect, take a few dollars and buy a copy for a good friend."--Alan Colmes, Syndicated radio talk show host and co-host of Hannity and Colmes on Fox News Cha....
Release Date 2008/01 -
Author Brian Tracy
The ability to speak with confidence and deliver winning presentations can accelerate your career, earn people’s great respect, and enable you to achieve your greatest -- even most impossible-seeming goals. But what many people don't realize is that anyone can lear....
Release Date 2008/01 -
Author Tom Sant
Language is the medium of business. To be successful, we need to communicate effectively in writing. That’s true whether we are providing instructions to our colleagues, communicating with our customers, or advising our direct reports. We must be able to deli....
Release Date 2008/01 -
Author Christee Gabour Atwood
The ability to present effectively is a basic business competency. Yet, many managers, team leaders, and other key organizational decision makers lack these skills. This book allows you to design presentation skills training for all levels and people in your organiz....
Release Date 2008/01 -
Put Emotional Intelligence to Work
Author Karl Mulle , Jeffrey Feldman
This title teaches that emotional awareness is a direct key to personal and professional success and will help individuals at all levels understand how emotions have a direct and profound effect on how well he or she performs on the job and in life. In addition, thi....
Release Date 2008/01 -
Presentation Zen: Simple Ideas on Presentation Design and Delivery
Author Garr Reynolds
FOREWORD BY GUY KAWASAKI Presentation designer and internationally acclaimed communications expert Garr Reynolds, creator of the most popular Web site on presentation design and delivery on the Net — presentationzen.com — shares his experience in a provocative mix o....
Release Date 2007/12