Secrets that empower small business owners to take on the big dogs: “You will become a better deal-maker by reading this book.” —Jim Cathcart, author of Relationship Selling Jay Conrad Levinson’s Guerrilla books have sold over thirty million copies—because he knows how individuals and small businesses can thrive even without unlimited financial resources. In this book, he and experienced international consultant Donald Wayne Hendon team up to share one hundred very powerful tactics to empower you in any negotiating situation—whether it’s conducting day-to-day business, buying and selling, or dealing with a boss, a local politician, a homeowners’ association, an insurance company, or bureaucrats at City Hall. “A comprehensive reference book that tells you when to be assertive, when to go on the defense, when to cooperate, and how to handle dirty tricks. I love it!” —Tony Alessandra, author of The Platinum Rule

The Way of the Warrior in Business shows you how to become a guerrilla marketing expert: you'll learn how to apply the military strategies and tactics of Sun-Tzu, Mao Tse-Tung, the U.S. Army, and others to attack your competitors, invade attractive markets, and defend market share to maximize your sales and profits. The book provides assessment tools, checklists, action plans, and marketing tactics that you can use to: Win price wars, product wars, promotion wars, and channels of distribution wars; Repel attacks from big-name brands and actually defeat them; Win the battle for your customer's mind by positioning your brand appropriately; Effectively market your products and services - and yourself; Plan well - decide on the right things to do and do them right; Become more creative and out-think your competitors; Negotiate well and persuade people to do what you want them to do. Whether you're the marketing manager of a Fortune 500 company or an entrepreneur or small business owner, The Way of the Warrior in Business will show you how to make winning a habit.

Leadership guru John C. Maxwell and his friend Jim Dornan share their straightforward, effective way for making an impact on the world: make an impact on individual people. How? Through influence. How to Influence People will empower you on your journey to becoming a potent and positive influence in your relationships both great and small. By pouring your life into other people, which is Dr. Maxwell’s definition of “mentorship,” you can truly make a difference. And when you have a meaningful impact on the lives of those around you--from your children and coworkers to your customers and the barista at your favorite coffee shop--it makes a difference in your life too.You’ll learn to perceive the stages of influence in your relationships and skillfully navigate your progress--from perfect stranger, to helpful confidant, to inspiring mentor--until, ultimately, you attain the highest honor there is for an influencer: becoming a multiplier of other influencers.

Welcome to "365 Best Daily Motivational Quotes by Benjamin Franklin." In the pages that follow, you will embark on a journey through the wisdom, wit, and timeless insights of one of America's founding fathers, Benjamin Franklin. Renowned for his intellect, innovation, and multifaceted accomplishments, Franklin was not only a statesman, scientist, and inventor but also a prolific writer and philosopher. His words continue to resonate across generations, offering guidance, inspiration, and encouragement to individuals striving for personal and professional growth. This collection brings together Franklin's most compelling quotes, carefully curated to provide daily doses of motivation, reflection, and empowerment. Each quote is a nugget of wisdom, distilled from Franklin's observations on life, success, virtue, and the pursuit of excellence. Whether you seek guidance in overcoming obstacles, staying focused on your goals, or cultivating a positive mindset, these timeless insights offer valuable lessons to enrich your journey. From practical advice on productivity and frugality to profound reflections on character and leadership, Franklin's words serve as a beacon of light, illuminating the path towards fulfillment and success. As you delve into these pages, may you find inspiration to seize each day with purpose, resilience, and determination. Let Franklin's wisdom be your companion, guiding you towards becoming the best version of yourself, one quote at a time. Here's to embarking on a transformative journey of self-discovery, growth, and achievement. Let the wisdom of Benjamin Franklin ignite your passion, fuel your ambition, and inspire you to greatness, every day of the year.

How would your life change if someone was willing to share just a little dose of encouragement every morning as you begin your day? Daily Reflections will do that for you. But you're probably pretty busy. So it won’t take up a ton of your time. You'll be able to read each day's devotion in about a minute. Easy peasy. In that minute you'll get one uplifting and encouraging idea to think about along with a related verse from the Bible. That's one daily Bible verse and a little bit of encouragement that you can read in less than one minute.

BLACK ENTERPRISE is the ultimate source for wealth creation for African American professionals, entrepreneurs and corporate executives. Every month, BLACK ENTERPRISE delivers timely, useful information on careers, small business and personal finance.

Executives are always looking for competent, capable professionals who can lead and drive effectively in their organizations. Remember, your best opportunities come from people you know, so make your executive your next fan and supporter. This book will guide you through: - The best practices for leading and driving within your organization, if even as an individual contributor - How email can be a problematic way to communicate, and the best ways to communicate & influence others depending on situation complexity & sensitivity - How to clone yourself and impart these best practices to your teams - Why the typical management pyramid should actually be inverted - Why ideal management of directs is a two-way street, and why the best managers cultivate their teams like an attentive gardener

It’s What You Set in Motion: A Toolbox for Collaborative Changemaking is a how-to resource for aspiring and practicing changemakers everywhere. Use this hands-on, one-of-a-kind, all-in-one toolbox to build and enhance essential twenty-first century skill sets: empathy, adaptive leadership, collaborative problem-solving, teamwork, community engagement, innovation design, entrepreneurship, global competence, critical thinking, and others. Whether you support the private, social, governmental, or education sector, this toolbox serves your needs. It includes strategic design principles, tool kits, changemaking innovation mini-case videos, foundational how-to’s, and a means to get advice from and learn from others. This toolbox was designed over twenty years by Greg Van Kirk, a former banker, Returned Peace Corps Volunteer, award-winning social entrepreneur, strategic consultant, facilitator, and educator.