Success in a chaotic world does not come easily. This is no quick fix because life doesn't work with quick fixes. It takes more than passion, and courage. It requires commitment to a learned pattern of actions... a personal model that you use every day. It doesn't have to be fancy and it includes everything you do. This book sets out elements that you can use as a blueprint to examine your model. It challenges you to search for the "why" in what you do and it helps you to lock in those essentials that will help guarantee success in your personal and professional life. About the Author: Dr. James Akenhead has spent more than four decades helping: hospitals, banks, local government, schools, universities, counseling agencies, nursing homes, law enforcement, unions, and social organizations. Jim has five earned degrees. At twenty-six, he was offered his first school superintendent position. His career includes 23 years in local, county, and city superintendence's as well as 20 years as a consultant in the public and private sector; as a graduate school instructor; and as a board member and administrator in a variety of organizations. Jim was selected as a "Distinguished Graduate", school of technology, at Bowling Green State University, Ohio and, with his wife Charlene, was chosen as "Business and Professional Person of the Year" in their local community. He has been included in seven "who's who" anthologies and The Eye on Education Digest of Innovators. Dr. Akenhead is also the author of A School Leaders Playbook (2004), Uncommon Leadership (2005), School Boards: It's Time To Step Up (2008) and has a chapter titled "Looking at the Frontier" in Focusing the Whole Brain (2004), Edited by Ron Russell. He continues to be active in the Changepoint Consulting group (www.changepoint.org).

Want the best for your dog? Dr. Jim Akenhead talks to you like a Dutch uncle. He writes just the way he talks to the clients who come to his training center. He tells you what's going on in the world of dog training and how to get the best for you and your canine companion-all in an easy-to-read format. If you: - Wonder what's new in dog training, you'll know when you read this book. - Need to know how to determine what's best for your dog, you'll find it here. - Are looking for a trainer, this book will help you find one who will treat your dog the way you want. - Want a foundation for a great life with your canine companion, it's in this book. - Are thinking about doing the training yourself, you'll find a step-by-step process. - Need to know what rules you should set in your house, they're here. - Wish your dog would respect you, you can learn how to make it happen. - Desire good communication with your dog, Jim tells you how. About the Author: For more than 45 years, Jim Akenhead has owned and trained a variety of dogs. He and his wife, Dr. Charlene Akenhead, have bred and trained Shepherds and Malamutes for 50 years. In 1995, Jim and his son Matt formed Signature K-9 Training and Behavior LLC in northeastern Ohio. Signature K-9 does about two-thirds of its work in private consultations. About half their work is with difficult dogs. In addition to the usual group classes, they also offer group classes for reactive and shy dogs. Jim has five earned degrees, including a Doctorate in Research and Education as well as a Masters Degree in Counseling. He is certified as a canine trainer and behavior consultant by four independent organizations. He is listed in seven Who's Who anthologies on leadership and has been recognized as a Distinguished Alumni by Bowling Green State University. In 2009, Jim presented at the conference of the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants and for the Canine Behavior program at Kutztown University. He frequently presents his views on canine aggression. Jim is the author of four other books. He is a member of the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants, where he serves on the board of directors and as Human Resource coordinator. Jim has been the director of an international trainer's organization with members in 50 states and 30 countries. He is also a professional member of the Association of Pet Dog Trainers, the Association of Canine Professionals, and the National K-9 Trainers Association.

A Wall Street Insider's Guide to getting ahead in any highly competitive industry "Dave learned how to win in investment banking the hard way. Now he is able to share tools that make it easier for budding bankers and other professionals to succeed." —Frank Baxter, Former CEO of Jefferies and U.S. Ambassador to Uruguay "A must-read for anyone starting their career in Corporate America. Dave's book shares witty and valuable insights that would take a lifetime to learn otherwise. I highly recommend that anyone interested in advancing their career read this book." —Harry Nelis, Partner of Accel and former Goldman Sachs banker In The Way of the Wall Street Warrior, 25-year veteran investment banker and finance professional, Dave Liu, delivers a humorous and irreverent insider’s guide to thriving on Wall Street or Main Street. Liu offers hilarious and insightful advice on everything from landing an interview to self-promotion to getting paid. In this book, you’ll discover: How to get that job you always wanted Why career longevity and “success” comes from doing the least amount of work for the most pay How mastering cognitive biases and understanding human nature can help you win the rat race How to make people think you’re the smartest person in the room without actually being the smartest person in the room How to make sure you do everything in your power to get paid well (or at least not get screwed too badly) How to turn any weakness or liability into an asset to further your career

A pioneering neuroscientist reveals the reasons for chronic loneliness--which he defines an unrecognized syndrome--and brings it out of the shadow of its cousin, depression. 12 illustrations.

Young people need guidance from caring adults to build strong, positive character traits—but they can also build their own. This book by the best-selling author of The Kid’s Guide to Social Action invites children and teens to explore and practice honesty, kindness, empathy, integrity, tolerance, patience, respect, and more. Quotations and background information set the stage. Dilemmas challenge readers to think about, discuss, and debate positive traits. Activities invite them to explore what they stand for at school, at home, and in their communities. True stories profile real kids who exemplify positive traits; resources point the way toward character-building books, organizations, programs, and Web sites.

"This isn’t just another weight loss book, it’s so much more" - Online Book Club "An easy-to-read book with a unique approach to weight loss." - Reedsy "This book will help you to harness the power of self-love, change your relationship with food and exercise, achieve your weight loss goals and fall in love with you. Yes, self-love can help you lose weight - it helped me lose over 85 pounds. I share my story to help others learn to love themselves more, overcome weight issues, and get the body they desire and deserve." WHO THIS BOOK IS FOR Diets not working for you? Not loving the gym? Feeling fed up with being overweight? This book is for anyone who wants to make a change in their lives. WHY DIETS ALONE DON’T WORK There’s a reason restrictive diets and strict exercise regimes don’t work. Technically, any regime will work if you can ‘stick at it’, but sticking at it is hard. Hey, even starting is hard, right? To make a big change we need to change our mindset first. THIS IS A REVOLUTIONARY NEW WEIGHTLOSS METHOD Instead of starting diets or exercise regimes and trying, or hoping for the best, it’s time for a new weightloss method. To do what’s necessary to shift the weight via any diet or exercise regime, first you have to fix your relationship with you. Love Yourself & Lose Weight offers a revolutionary and visionary approach to weightloss that’s not about the food you eat or the calories you burn, no, it’s simply all about you. If you don’t accept, like, and love yourself, you’re missing a key ingredient to any weightloss regime - you’re missing what you need to make the change. Without self-love, the chances are stacked against you and it’s more likely that whatever you try will fail. SELF LOVE IS THE KEY What if learning to absolutely love yourself could be the key? “With self-love on my side I lost over 85 pounds forever. I’m sharing my secrets of self-love to help you lose weight too. If I can do it, anyone can!” THIS IS A TRANSFORMATIONAL STORY This is the success story of self-love. Katie shares her personal, funny and inspirational story of how she found and harnessed self-love to achieve massive and permanent weight loss. At the age of 38, with a new born baby, Katie was fed up - literally! Years of telling herself she was fine, that the weight gain didn’t matter, that she didn’t matter - had taken their toll and she was over 85 pounds overweight. She didn’t want to wake up feeling disappointed anymore, she knew she needed a change and she knew diets had never worked. A year and a half later, having discovered the power of self-love, she had lost over 85 pounds, changed her shape, changed her outlook on pretty much everything. LEARN THE POWER OF SELF LOVE This book explains the psychology and power of self-love as a catalyst for weightloss. Instead of achieving self-love as a result of weightloss, Love Yourself & Lose Weight helps readers to achieve self-love today! Loving yourself today, whatever weight you are, will enable you to eat consciously, to move your body, and to delight in your weightloss journey, and to feel great about being you. THE BOOK CONTAINS ACTIVITIES YOU CAN DO AT HOME TO BUILD YOUR SELF LOVE Read how Katie transformed her life and then use the series of easy activities as you create your own self-love success story. Part 2 of the book is your story to write. Download free resources to print and use at home via the author's website. WHY WAIT? Love is powerful and with love on your side you can achieve anything. Learn to accept, like and love yourself today to achieve your wildest weightloss goals with ease. This book will help you: - Understand the power of self-love - Practise self-love and feel great - Change your relationship with food and exercise, enjoy mindful eating - Set and achieve your weightloss goals - Fall in love with you

An experienced executive himself, Lyman MacInnis has guided the careers and affairs of successful executives and entrepreneurs as well as internationally renowned entertainers and athletes. An inspiring and practical book of career advice for everyone, from executives and partners, to mid-career professionals and even graduates looking to get in on the ground floor. For anyone ready to work their way to the top, Lyman MacInnis delivers the essentials. Advising on topics from networking, leadership, conflict resolution, negotiation, to never embarrassing yourself when addressing a crowd, and even how to give and take advice, How to Succeed in Anything by Really Trying is a wonder of common sense and a wealth of simple knowledge.

Tried-and-true information and tips for selling like a pro Are you looking to enter the world of sales, or are you already a salesperson who's looking for new tips and tactics to expand your business? Whether you're in charge of your own selling career or you're responsible for training and managing a professional sales force, Selling All-In-One For Dummies features everything you need to know to improve your results. This valuable selling resource includes new ways to effectively network and prospect through the power of all the social media networking sites such as LinkedIn, Twitter, and Facebook, as well as ways to optimize sales success through Webinars; the latest tips and advice to build an appealing image; proven questioning methods that close sales; updated advice on keeping clients' business and building their loyalty; and how to adapt presentations and techniques. Proven methods and techniques that will lead to bigger sales and more loyal customers Advice on separating yourself from the pack Plus four chapters on selling in specialized areas from biotechnology to real estate Selling All-In-One For Dummies is the authoritative guide to navigating the ever-changing and growing sales arena.

Now any man can meet and date all the beautiful women he's dreamed of going out with before, with the amazing best-seller, "A Man's Guide to Women" Book. Now the secrets of female behavior and sexuality have been unlocked for you. This is the most straightforward, honest text about understanding women that you'll find. And what you'll learn will shock you. What really turns women on is completely different from what they are telling men to do. Some men succeed by accident, but now in just one evening after reading this book you can be meeting and dating those special women and keeping them infatuated with you date after date. You Will Learn This About Scoring With Women: 1. What women really want from a man! (Nine out of ten men are absolutely floored by these secrets). 2. How to understand what women are really trying to tell you instead of just listening to what they're saying. 3. Why the old way is the wrong way to ask a girl out. 4. How to satisfy a woman sexually and drive her wild with irresistible new techniques for better foreplay and intercourse. 5. How to keep her interested after the first date and make her crave to be with you again and again. 6. How to avoid rejection from women and not put up with any crap from women anymore. 7. The things you have to do to make yourself attractive to single women. 8. Fourteen surefire ways to maintain a relationship and keep it strong and lasting. 9. How to read the signs of impending problems in a relationship and how to deal with these problems. 10. And much, much more! You'll learn how women decide who they go to bed with. And it's not what you think. The things that women really find attractive and sexy in a man will be a real eye-opener.