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You've worked hard for the better part of four or five decades, and now you've decided it's time to call it quits. Or your employer or industry regulations may have made that decision for you. What now?
Although a life of ease may have been your dream, retirement brings with it a host of questions, problems, and responsibilities that never occurred to you and now may seem insurmountable. How to Survive Retirement will help you plan for most any eventuality...
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The must-read summary of Stephen R. Covey's book: "The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People".
This complete summary of the ideas from Stephen R. Covey's book "The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People" shows that it is possible for all of us to become more effective whilst expending less time and energy. Looking at each of the habits in turn, it explains why they are necessary and how to develop them. It also highlights that people succeed more in both...
3863) The Station Mouse
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Maurice is the Station Mouse, and so he must follow The Station Mouse Handbook:
Rule 1: A Station Mouse must remain unseen.
Rule 2: A Station Mouse must never go out in the daytime.
Rule 3: A Station Mouse must never approach the passengers.
Now, there's a reason why these rules exist: people do not like mice. And if Maurice breaks the rules, even to help a little boy who has lost something very important, there's going to be a price to pay...
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Within Get CLEAR on Your Career, Valentina Savelyeva helps readers find their niche and move forward in their life and career.
In Get CLEAR on Your Career, success coach Valentina Savelyeva shares her top insights and strategies to help make these important decisions around work, life, and money. With over a decade of experience working with thousands of MBA students, young professionals, and business owners, Valentina possesses the knowledge to help...
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How to feel good about your work? How to enjoy your Job? How to grow and adapt? The answers are in the following short chapters in this book with seven effective practices. My aim is that these proven deeds will help you gain knowledge and confidence, recognition among piers and the public, motivate yourself and your peers, and achieve a successful career.
This book is a personal development document to help you succeed as a professional. The advices...
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Imagine stepping out of your comfort zone daily. Communication professor and popular speaker Kevin Corcoran Jr. did, traveling the world testing his physical endurance and mental toughness. Blending the latest research, personal interviews and his own anecdotal experiences, Corcoran reveals how you can gain lasting confidence through comfort challenges big and small.
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A Life in Acting is a practical guide for aspiring and established theater actors looking to make a consistent living doing meaningful, creative work on the stage. Author Lisa Mulcahy communicates her advice through a series of interviews and "war stories" that will have you taking notes and laughing until your sides hurt. The sage advice of veteran performers and an entertaining writing style make this a terrific tool to build career longevity. The...
3868) Kid Power
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Winner of the Dorothy Canfield Fisher Award and the Sequoyah Children's Book Award: To save money for a bike, a young girl becomes a business tycoon Janie is desperate for a new bike, but her parents won't buy her one unless she can pay for half of it herself. She's too young to babysit and it's too late to get a paper route, so Janie decides to open her own business. She calls it Kid Power and promises her customers that there is no problem too big...
3869) Heroes of the Pandemic
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Discover how everyday people became heroes, during the COVID-19 pandemic. From medical workers fighting on the frontlines to farmers growing fresh food, readers will uncover how people helped one another, during a global health crisis.
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Un guide pratique et accessible pour comprendre Le nouveau Manager Minute de Ken Blanchard et Spencer Johnson
Ken Blanchard et Spencer Johnson sont devenus des experts reconnus en matière de management depuis le succès de leur Manager Minute dans les années 1980. Face aux évolutions de la société actuelle et à leurs impacts sur nos modes de travail, les auteurs ont proposé en 2015 une version actualisée de leur ouvrage, Le Nouveau Manager...
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The must-read summary of Jonathan Fields' book: "Career Renegade: How to Make a Great Living Doing What You Love".
This complete summary of the ideas from Jonathan Fields' book "Career Renegade" shows how it is now entirely possible and realistic to transform your passions and interests into a source of good income. In his book, the author explains how all you need to do this is a workable game plan that will give you a clear idea of how to get there....
3872) Be Your Own Hero
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Help Kids Discover Their Own Inner Hero
We often teach children that heroes are famous because of something they did, but it's just as important to teach them that heroes are remembered for who they are. In Be Your Own Hero, Lisa King reveals what it takes to be a real-life hero. And it has a whole lot more to do with character and kindness than anything else! Being a hero takes having the courage to believe in yourself, overcome obstacles, and make...
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The must-read summary of Larry Winget's book: "It's Called Work for a Reason: Your Success Is Your Own Damn Fault".
This complete summary of the ideas from Larry Winget's book "It's Called Work for a Reason" shows that opportunities are missed by most people because they appear to involve too much hard work. Many employees look to external factors for why they aren't doing well at work when, in fact, this is almost never the case. In his book, the...
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The success of A&E's hit series "Deadliest Catch" and Discovery Channel's new reality show, "The World's Toughest Jobs" prove that Americans are fascinated with danger and the people who make it their livelihood. Here readers will find all the harrying details on dozens of the riskiest jobs on earth. Ever thought about becoming a bounty hunter? Wondered how much bullfighters make? Considered training lions or jumping out of helicopters into forest...
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Ready to take your career to the next level? Find out everything you need to know about acing your job interview with this practical guide.
Job interviews are an inevitable part of the job search process, but for most of us they are a stressful, nerve-racking experience. The key to a successful interview lies in a good understanding of what employers are looking for and effective preparation. Whatever stage of your career you are at, the advice in...
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IL: MG - BL: 5.1 - AR Pts: 8
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Being a boss isn't all it's cracked up to be in the second book of the Best Babysitters Ever series. Perfect for fans of Rachel Vail and Sarah Mlynowski.
Just when Malia, Dot, and Bree (aka the Best Babysitters Ever) corner the Playa Del Mar babysitting market, their lives get even busier. Malia's evil older sister ropes her into a thankless internship. Dot must win the science fair. And Bree's brand new cat turns out to be a holy terror. Meow! Malia...
3877) Meteorologists
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What will the weather be like tomorrow? Meteorologists forecast the weather, but they have other jobs behind the scenes. Readers will learn about how meteorologists study the weather, the tools they use, and how people get this exciting, fast-paced job.
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The must-read summary of Kory Kogon, Adam Merrill and Leena Rinne's book: "The 5 Choices: The Path to Extraordinary Productivity".
This complete summary of the ideas from Kory Kogon, Adam Merrill and Leena Rinne's book "The 5 Choices" outlines the five choices that you must make to become more productive and manage your decisions, attention and energy more effectively. From ruling your technology to taking the time to schedule your most important...
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Aliza Licht--global fashion communications executive, AKA fashion's favorite 'PR girl' and former Twitter phenomenon--is here to tell her story, complete with The Devil Wears Prada-like moments and insider secrets.
Drawing invaluable lessons from her experience, Licht shares advice, inspiration, and a healthy dose of real talk in leave your mark. She delivers personal and professional guidance for people just starting their careers and for people...
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Las claves para entender cómo aprovechar al máximo tu marca personal y alcanzar el éxito profesional
Este libro es una guía práctica y accesible para descubrir cómo desarrollar tu marca personal, que te aportará la información esencial y te permitirá ganar tiempo.
En tan solo 50 minutos podrás:
• Descubrir en qué consiste el personal branding y cuáles son los pasos que hay que seguir para llegar a desarrollar tu marca personal
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