Business Etiquette

Why does a CEO who has already made hundreds of millions of dollars continue to work? Why does a rock star who has made a bundle continue to tour? Why do retirees' miss work as soon as they stop doing it? Why do we all wrestle with our life's work and talk about it incessantly? The thing about work is that we love it, we hate it, we need it, we miss it, we measure ourselves by it, we judge others by it - we are addicted to it. Work often defines us and fulfills us.

Do you want advice on how to stand out in a crowded marketplace? Do you want to take your career to the next level and beyond? In Stand Out & Succeed, career and business strategist Christy Frank explains how the job market really works, and shows you the strategies, psychology and tactics you need to know to get a lucrative, recession-proof career you love. The biggest problem with finding a job today is that we actually have two job markets, and 95% of people don't know how to perform well in either.

Packed with cases, cultural awareness scales, communication tests and practical tips, this lively guide will help anyone of any nationality become a better communicator. Whether one's task is to give a presentation to a cross-cultural group or to negotiate with an overseas client, Bridging the Culture Gap will ensure that the listener has the cultural awareness to communicate the intended message.

Mindfulness isn't anything that we think; it's what we don't think. Mindfulness isn't something that other people do; it's something that we all do. Mindfulness is an ancient, life-enhancing, healing technique that can help us remember our natural state of happiness and health, even if we think we are too modern and too busy to prioritize what's really important--being fully alive and fully alive to our full life potential.

With the increase of entrepreneurship, business consolidations, and introspection of institutions, underserved communities are taking center stage. As each industry seeks to find the right trailhead to understand the complex solutions, Big Body Business applies the simple “golden rule” premise as a universal compass. This book is not here to address root causes of obesity, but rather accepts the data as reality, moves past the complexity of why it is so, and seeks to serve people without phobia or judgment.

Starting a business is no easy task and figuring out how to package and present your idea can be even harder. You will need time, dedication, investment money, and, most importantly, the ambition to get through the first steps of the process. Luckily, you've already completed one of the most difficult steps: recognizing that a stellar business plan is crucial to the future success of your business. This audiobook provides the tools and techniques that are needed to form a business plan that will have investors begging to give you their money.

Business Dating: Applying Relationship Rules in Business for Ultimate Success draws enlightening parallels between personal and professional dating and makes the case for why and how you should invest your time into building meaningful and long-lasting relationships with a select group of dynamic professionals. Fostering these win-win relationships can yield gains greater than anything you could imagine, and it will be faster and easier than you think.

Access to Asia presents a deeply insightful framework for today's global business leaders and managers, whether traveling from Toronto to Taipei, Baltimore to Bangalore, or San Francisco to Shanghai. Drawing from her extensive experience and global connections, author Sharon Schweitzer suggests that irrespective of their industry, everyone is essentially in the relationship business. Within Asia, building trust and inspiring respect are vital steps in developing business relationships that transcend basic contractual obligations.

Have you ever been reduced to a quivering mass of jelly when handed a wine list? Wondered why a sommelier was hovering near your table? Felt out of your element at a nice restaurant with clients, colleagues, or friends? Professional Drinking will boost your confidence and squash the fear of embarrassment. Sommelier and executive coach Jim Schleckser teaches you to handle yourself like a pro in a restaurant or bar, at a business event, or in any social situation.

Dr. Jan Yager, who is also author of the award-winning book, Business Protocol, among other titles, covers the 15 international protocol concerns that readers need to be aware of as well as tips on foreign business travel, making your website more global, faux pas to avoid, negotiating styles, contracts and getting paid, gift-giving, legal considerations, and ethics. There is a chapter that provides a country by country etiquette guide and another chapter on how to build a global relationship so that the business will follow.

Do you know how to be assertive in business? Have you been looking to open a company but keep putting it off because you don't believe you can? Are you aiming for a big promotion and feel the need to work on your top leadership skills? Then you are on the right path. This udioabook has got your back. It is the ultimate guide for strengthening your business development skills and grow as a person. The root of confidence and support starts with you, and this audiobook will show you how to access it.

How do you reply to your colleague’s weird email? What would Emily Post say about your Tinder profile? And just how do you know if you’re mansplaining? In this irreverent journey through the murky world of digital etiquette, Wired’s Victoria Turk provides an indispensable guide to minding our manners in a brave new online world, and making peace with the platforms, apps, and devices we love to hate.

If you want to learn simple, street-smart strategies gain a competitive advantage, climb the corporate ladder, and get that pay raise without that MBA, then this is the audiobook you need.

In "How to Become Everyone's Favorite Colleague," Phillip Conway offers a refreshing and insightful guide to navigating the complexities of workplace relationships with grace, positivity, and genuine charm. This book isn’t just another manual filled with cliché advice; it’s a treasure trove of 25 actionable laws that will transform the way you interact with your colleagues and reshape your professional life.

Chile - Culture Smart! provides essential information on attitudes, beliefs, and behavior in Chile, ensuring that you arrive at your destination aware of basic manners, common courtesies, and sensitive issues. This concise guide will tell you what to expect, how to behave, and how to establish a rapport with your hosts. This inside knowledge will enable you to steer clear of embarrassing gaffes and mistakes, feel confident in unfamiliar situations, and develop trust, friendships, and successful business relationships.

Join author and narrator Jennifer Hancock in a thought-provoking exploration of the limitations of using civility as a metric in the workplace and the benefits of centering dignity in all interpersonal interactions. In this insightful and engaging audiobook, Hancock challenges conventional wisdom and provides practical tools to help listeners create a more humanistic and dignified workplace environment. A Humanistic Approach to Civility and Dignity in the Workplace is the perfect choice for anyone looking to cultivate a more respectful and compassionate workplace culture.

Invest one hour gaining more than 60 quick tips to save yourself time, money, and stress discovering the little (but important) factors previously unconsidered, having never worked directly with clients before.

Ben Rife is president/CEO/founder of Bullfrog Group, LLC. Ben and his company work with small and midsize businesses across the country to turn the desk phone into a revenue generating, productivity driving, and cost cutting tool.

Have you ever struggled with finding your purpose in life? Are there numerous people in your circle who are giving you conflicting career advice? Is there something you absolutely know you were destined to, but can’t seem to figure out how to get your foot in the door? If you answered "yes" to any of those questions, then Employed: A Career Readiness Manual is the answer you have been looking for!

Why is your brand so important? With a good consistent brand, you can increase your reputation, set yourself apart from your competition, create trust, and add value to your business. Work Your Quirks shows you what personal branding is really all about. It is full of essential information, tips, and tricks to help you create a sparkling brand that is uniquely you.