Building Relationships

Relationships are like gardens; they require care, attention, and patience to flourish. In an era marked by fast-paced lives and ever-evolving dynamics, the art of building a healthy, lasting relationship can sometimes seem elusive. Yet, the quest for meaningful and enduring connections remains one of the most fundamental pursuits of human life. Whether you’re just beginning a new relationship or seeking to rekindle the spark in an existing one, the principles that underpin lasting love are timeless.

Whether you're climbing the ladder at your current company or seeking a new job, in today's fast-paced work environment, you must proactively and continuously position yourself for success. Your credibility, visibility, personality, and personal style all make up your brand. Career Distinction outlines the proven personal branding process and provides case studies of successful professionals that will help you not only survive, but thrive, in today's dynamic and ultracompetitive workplace.

Strong relationships are the key to personal and professional success. That is the lesson that Robert Hanson, owner of a struggling insurance agency, is about to learn. By following the advice of two surprising mentors and the natural connectors he meets through them, Robert uncovers powerful relationship-building secrets that have long eluded him even though they were always in plain sight.

In the ever-changing and relentless world of modern-day society, success is something that seems harder and harder to achieve. This is particularly true for the average man who is striving to find the perfect job, the perfect spouse, and, ultimately, the perfect life. While some men seem born into the coveted role of Alpha Male, most have to develop the skills and qualities to reach that level.

This is a complete guide to how to create a plan for, open, operate, and market a new small business. This book intends to help you overcome fear and inspire you to own and operate your own small business.

Written from the perspective of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, this book is all about learning to love Jesus. For as He said in Matthew 22:37, the greatest commandment of all is to love Him with all our heart, soul, and mind. We may wonder how in the world we can do that with such busy, stressful lives. Often it's hard to find time to fit Him in.

This essential guide takes you on a journey to discover the keys to nurturing meaningful relationships, whether with family, friends, or partners. With practical strategies, insightful exercises, and evidence-based techniques, this book equips you with the tools you need to: Communicate Effectively: Master the art of communication, ensuring your voice is heard and your feelings are understood. Learn the importance of active listening and how to express yourself with clarity and confidence.

In the complex world of foster care, success depends not just on your ability to care for children but on your capacity to navigate an intricate web of professionals, agencies, and bureaucracies. Co-parenting with the System provides an essential roadmap for both new and experienced foster parents, offering practical strategies for building effective partnerships with the numerous professionals involved in your foster child's life.

In this honest and inspiring blend of memoir and creative guide, E.H. de la Espriella shares the personal journey behind his decades-long career in graphic design and creative leadership. From his early childhood in Panama to navigating life-changing moments of loss, reinvention, and cultural transformation, E.H. weaves together a story of resilience, curiosity, and creative discovery.

Feel like an outsider, even when you’re not alone? If you’ve longed for deeper, more meaningful relationships—but struggle with vulnerability, loneliness, or disconnection—you’re not broken. And you’re not alone. Building Meaningful Connections is your practical, uplifting guide to creating authentic bonds that last. In today’s fast-paced, digital world, genuine connection can feel out of reach. This audiobook shows you how to break through those barriers—no matter your age or personality.

Feel stuck in your job? Wondering if you’re doing it right, or if you’re even in the right phase? This book is your career reset. Whether you're starting a new job, trying to find your flow, or wondering when it's time to grow into something bigger, this book helps you understand where you are and what to do next. This practical, story-driven guide takes you through the emotional arc of every career stage using three powerful metaphors.

Turn common adolescent missteps, from relationship blunders to rebellions that backfire, into character-building moments—by the author of Fourteen Talks by Age Fourteen. “This clear-eyed, practical, fun-to-read guide is an essential read for every parent.”—Lisa Damour, PhD, New York...

The Power to Thrive! draws on proven research to show how we all can reach beyond the superficial meaning of success to help us achieve a meaningful impact - in our homes, in our offices, and in everyday life. Kay provides the formula for achieving better results, fulfillment, and appreciation in everything we do.

Have you ever wondered why some couples stay happily married for decades while others end up filing for a divorce after a couple of years? No, there's no "secret ingredient" for marital happiness. Just like everything else in life, it takes hard work, dedication, and commitment. Building your fairytale wedding is like working out. You have to show up every day, even when you don't feel like it, and put in the work. But you also need a plan.

ADHD is a medical condition, not poor parenting. It's time to debunk the myths and ditch the stigma. We need understanding, support, and a resource for the unique challenges and joys of parenting a child with ADHD. With practical and compassionate strategies, this book offers insights into understanding, managing, and supporting your child at every stage. It's your trusted companion, packed with experience, real-life strategies, and humor.

Elaine Starling, The Abundance Ambassador, provides a step-by-step guide to accessing abundance and the blessings that continually surround us. Providing practical tools and techniques for cultivating an abundance mindset, you’ll overcome fears and limiting beliefs, reconnect to spirituality, and take inspired action towards manifesting your goals.

We have the tools for you to tackle day-to-day living! Yes, it is finally here! This essential guide to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) shows you how to reshape thoughts, calm anxiety, and regain control of your life. Backed by decades of research, CBT is proven effective across mental, physical, and behavioral health. A review of 345 studies found CBT reduced symptoms across anxiety, depression, IBS, chronic fatigue, and more (Nakao, 2021). Another meta-review showed CBT improves quality of life, reduces anxiety and pain, and sustains benefits for 12+ months (Fordham, 2021).

In this groundbreaking guide to building an ethical economy, Peter Brown and his colleagues at the Quaker Institute for the Future show readers how a system that embodies the core Quaker principle of "right relationship" can deliver a more equitable and sustainable future.

Enneagram provides an extensive, comprehensive, and cohesive insight into the personality of an individual based on the ancient and intuitive technique called the Enneagram technique of personality judgment and testing - based on a nine-cornered geometric figure that represents the nine types of human personalities. Each type has a detailed description and a wide-spanning knowledge base that covers everything from the general personality and preferences to the conformity and collaboration of that type with other personality types.

What if you were as proactive in your family as you are in your career or business? Living Room Leadership confronts an uncomfortable truth: many of us are better leaders at work than at home. After nearly divorcing in 2019, Brittany and Geoff Anderson uprooted the cultural myth that personal growth is an individual pursuit—and discovered that the family presents our most powerful leadership training ground, with ripple effects that extend far beyond the home.