Unlock the secrets to business growth and success with 'Cultivating Prosperity: A Guide to Nurturing Your Business.' From planting the seeds of vision to harvesting the fruits of your labor, this comprehensive guide offers invaluable insights into building a thriving enterprise. Explore the art of fostering innovation, building strong teams, and navigating the challenges of growth, and learn how to cultivate a legacy that extends far beyond the bottom line. Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting out, this book is your roadmap to cultivating prosperity and achieving your dreams.

The Buddha's teachings center around two basic principles. One is the Four Noble Truths, in which the Buddha diagnoses the problem of suffering and indicates the treatment necessary to remedy this problem. The other is the Noble Eightfold Path, the practical discipline he prescribes to uproot and eliminate the deep underlying causes of suffering. The present book offers, in simple and clear language, a concise yet thorough explanation of the Eightfold Path. Basing himself solidly upon the Buddha's own words, the author examines each factor of the path to determine exactly what it implies in the way of practical training. Finally, in the concluding chapter, he shows how all eight factors of the path function in unison to bring about the realization of the Buddhist goal: enlightenment and liberation.

Leonardo da Vinci is regarded as a genius, but if he were competing in today’s job market, he may never be hired. Today’s talent management system is broken, which is why organizations need a comprehensive roadmap that puts candidates first. Ashutosh Garg and Kamal Ahluwalia, the leaders of Eightfold.ai, a Silicon Valley-based company revolutionizing the talent management space, explore how to do it in this guide. They’ve combined insights from more than twenty experts to reveal ways to hire and keep top talent. They also share how Eightfold’s patented artificial intelligence-based platform empowers enterprises to turn talent management into a competitive advantage. Learn how to: • find candidates with the most relevant skills; • retain and promote a diverse workforce; and • drive innovation through the effective use of artificial intelligence. The authors—both with Silicon Valley experience—have witnessed employment attrition firsthand, which is why the set out to leverage AI technology and their experience building great teams to help people find meaningful work while reducing employee turnover. Whether you’re an HR executive, manager, business owner, or job candidate, this guide shares meaningful insights and solutions to solving the talent crisis.

Zen master Thich Nhat Hanh is best known as a prolific author, poet, teacher, scholar and peace activist. Yet he is also a master calligrapher, distilling ancient Buddhist teachings into simple phrases that resonate with our modern times, capturing and expressing his lifetime of meditative insight, peace and compassion. This book offers a rare opportunity to spend time in the presence of his beautiful creations. For Thich Nhat Hanh, creating calligraphy is more than creating art - it is also a meditative practice. He is fully present for every moment, from drinking his tea, to sitting down and taking a brush, and using the tea to make the ink. Each calligraphy is made of mindful sitting, breathing, walking, smiling - and love.

This Very Short Introduction introduces the reader to the teachings of the Buddha and to the integration of Buddhism into daily life. What are the distinctive features of Buddhism? Who was the Buddha, and what are his teachings? How has Buddhist thought developed over the centuries, and how can contemporary dilemmas be faced from a Buddhist perspective? Words such as 'karma' and 'nirvana' have entered our vocabulary, but what do they mean? Damien Keown's book provides a lively, informative response to these frequently asked questions about Buddhism.

In this antidote to business books that advocate predatory strategies, a leading Buddhist author and a bestselling business writer present advice that applies Buddhist values to the workplace.

Are you feeling overwhelmed by the chaos of modern life? Struggling with stress, sleepless nights, and a mind that won't quiet down? Discover the transformative power of Zen meditation in just 5 minutes a day! "Zen for Beginners" is your gateway to a calmer, more focused, and deeply satisfying life. This practical guide cuts through the mystique surrounding Zen, offering you simple, effective meditation techniques that fit seamlessly into your busy schedule. Imagine starting your day with a clear mind, tackling challenges with newfound ease, and drifting off to sleep without a worry. This book shows you how, step by step. Inside, you'll discover: • Quick 5-minute meditation practices that deliver immediate stress relief • The secrets to better sleep through mindfulness techniques • Easy-to-follow exercises for sharpening your mental clarity and focus • A roadmap for personal growth rooted in ancient Zen wisdom • Practical tips for integrating mindfulness into your daily routine But this isn't just another meditation book. "Zen for Beginners" stands out by: • Demystifying Zen concepts with clear, jargon-free explanations • Offering a science-backed approach, blending traditional practices with modern research • Providing real-life examples of how Zen meditation has transformed lives • Including a 30-day challenge to kickstart your practice and see tangible results Whether you're a stressed-out professional, a busy parent, or simply someone seeking more peace in your life, this book is for you. No prior experience necessary – just an open mind and 5 minutes a day. You'll learn how to: • Cultivate mindfulness in everyday activities, from eating to working • Use breathing techniques to instantly calm anxiety and reduce stress • Apply Zen principles to improve your relationships and communication • Develop a meditation routine that sticks, even with a hectic lifestyle • Harness the power of present-moment awareness for greater joy and fulfillment But don't just take our word for it. Here's what readers are saying: "I never thought I could meditate, but this book made it so accessible. My stress levels have plummeted!" - Sarah K. "The 5-minute practices are a game-changer. I'm sleeping better than I have in years." - Michael T. "Finally, a Zen guide that speaks to me! It's practical, down-to-earth, and incredibly effective." - Lisa M. Are you ready to transform your life with the power of Zen? To find an oasis of calm in the midst of life's storms? To unlock your potential for greater happiness, health, and success? Your journey to a more mindful, peaceful existence starts here. Don't let another day pass by in a blur of stress and distraction. Grab your copy of "Zen for Beginners" now and take the first step towards a more centered, joyful you. Remember, it only takes 5 minutes a day to change your life. Are you willing to invest that time in yourself? Click 'Buy Now' to begin your Zen journey today. Your future self will thank you.

Based on the translation by Ilsa Fatt and the edition by Reiryu Philippe Coupey “Mushotoku mind” means an attitude of no profit, no gain. It is the core of master Taisen Deshimaru’s Zen. This respected teacher of Japanese Soto Zen moved from Japan in 1967 and brought this work to Paris, from where it was disseminated throughout the West. This book presents his commentary on the most renowned of Buddhist texts, the Heart Sutra, known in Japanese as Hannya Shingyo-a philosophical investigation on the futility of philosophical investigation. Deshimaru’s work fills a great gap in the interpretations of this seminal text in that he emphasizes “mind-emptiness” (ku) as the foundation of Zen practice, in contrast to the usual “mindfulness” focus of many other Zen approaches. This “emptiness” and “purpose of no purpose” is one of the most difficult ideas for Westerners to understand. Yet we know that our most cherished values are based on mushotoku mind when it comes, for example, to love. We value the unselfish love of family or country that is based not on what we can get from the relationship but on what we can give. We know, too, that these virtues are not accomplished directly through our will but indirectly through dropping our expectations. His lectures on this subject have been translated by Ilsa Fatt and edited by Reiryu Philippe Coupey of Deshimaru’s British and French groups; and here completely revised and reedited for an American audience by Reishin Richard Collins. This edition emphasizes Deshimaru’s chorus: Mushotoku mind is the key attitude characterizing the way of the Buddha, the way of the bodhisattva, the way of Zen and zazen, and the way of all sutras (teachings). Taisen Deshimaru (d. 1982) was the founder of the Association Zen Internationale, one of the largest influences on Zen in the West. He is author of: The Ring of the Way and The Zen Way to Martial Arts: A Japanese Master Reveals the Secrets of the Samurai. Richard Collins is a Zen teacher in the lineage of Taisen Deshimaru and Dean of Arts & Humanities at California State University, Bakersfield. A Book for Students of Zen Buddhism; Religion Scholars; Philosophy Students, and Readers of Taisen Deshimaru’s Books.

“Skillfully integrate[s] timeless Buddhist wisdom with challenges faced by the present-day employee.” —Publishers Weekly Includes an introduction by His Holiness the Dalai Lama For thousands of years, Buddhism has provided a spiritual foundation for the daily lives of millions around the world. But does Buddhism have anything to offer us—Buddhists and non-Buddhists alike—in today’s world of work? Franz Metcalf and BJ Gallagher think it does. Spiritual wisdom, Western or Eastern, inspires and instructs us in living a good life. And that’s just as true at work as at home. Buddha mind—a source of calm, compassion, and insight—exists within each of us, not just the historical Buddha. Being Buddha at Work shows how to embody that mind in the stress and clamor of the workplace—how to tap into the Buddha consciousness so we can relieve daily tensions and greet challenges with awareness, equanimity, and good humor. The book’s first section, “Becoming a Mindful Worker,” covers Buddha’s wisdom for our own work; the second, “Cultivating Mindful Work Relationships,” focuses on how to work with other people; the third, “Creating a Mindful Workplace,” deals with broader organizational topics. There is wisdom here for everyone—from frontline workers and team members, to supervisors and managers, to top executives and organizational leaders. “What do you get when a Buddhist scholar and a workplace expert write a book together? . . . A treatise with profound spiritual implications and practical applications.” —Marshall Goldsmith, New York Times-bestselling author of The Earned Life “This little book is like having Buddha as one of your mentors or coaches—someone who can help you with real-world problems.” —Ken Blanchard, New York Times-bestselling coauthor of The One Minute Manager®

A Washington Post Bestseller Three Principles for Managing—and Avoiding—the Problems of Growth Why is profitable growth so hard to achieve and sustain? Most executives manage their companies as if the solution to that problem lies in the external environment: find an attractive market, formulate the right strategy, win new customers. But when Bain & Company’s Chris Zook and James Allen, authors of the bestselling Profit from the Core, researched this question, they found that when companies fail to achieve their growth targets, 90 percent of the time the root causes are internal, not external—increasing distance from the front lines, loss of accountability, proliferating processes and bureaucracy, to name only a few. What’s more, companies experience a set of predictable internal crises, at predictable stages, as they grow. Even for healthy companies, these crises, if not managed properly, stifle the ability to grow further—and can actively lead to decline. The key insight from Zook and Allen’s research is that managing these choke points requires a “founder’s mentality”—behaviors typically embodied by a bold, ambitious founder—to restore speed, focus, and connection to customers: • An insurgent’s clear mission and purpose • An unambiguous owner mindset • A relentless obsession with the front line Based on the authors’ decade-long study of companies in more than forty countries, The Founder’s Mentality demonstrates the strong relationship between these three traits in companies of all kinds—not just start-ups—and their ability to sustain performance. Through rich analysis and inspiring examples, this book shows how any leader—not only a founder—can instill and leverage a founder’s mentality throughout their organization and find lasting, profitable growth.