Passion Career

It is not native intelligence or natural talent that makes people excel, say Linda Kaplan Thaler and Robin Koval - it's old-fashioned sweat equity and hard work. And that claim is backed up by new research from MacArthur Fellowship Award winner and University of Pennsylvania psychologist Angela Duckworth, among others. Not everyone is blessed with exceptional intelligence, or wins the gene lottery. But the good news is that you can excel beyond your wildest dreams in your career and your personal life - success is within your grasp - through the right attitude and determination.

Books, baseball cards, ceramic figurines, art, iPhones, clothing, cars, music, dolls, furniture, and even nature itself. If you're like most people, at some point in your life you've found yourself indulging in a love affair with some thing that brings you immense joy, comfort, or fulfillment. Why is it that we so often feel intense passion for objects? What does this tendency tell us about ourselves and our society? Dr. Aaron Ahuvia presents astonishing discoveries that prove we are far less “rational” than we think when it comes to our possessions and hobbies.

Don’t Sleep on It! is a call to action for people to wake up and live their best life by taking what they know and who they are and unleashing it in the world, all while creating their very own profitable online business.

Are you ready to escape the 9-to-5 grind and build a thriving online business? The future of online business is here, and it’s powered by AI, automation, and passive income. Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur, side hustler, or digital creator, this step-by-step guide will show you how to turn your skills, passions, and ideas into a scalable online empire.

Are you an animal lover dreaming of turning your passion into a profitable venture? 'Turning Passion into Profit' is your ultimate guide to launching a thriving pet sitting business. Designed for aspiring entrepreneurs, this book addresses the common challenges faced by newcomers in the pet care industry and provides actionable solutions. From understanding market demand and developing a business plan to building a client base and mastering the business operations, this book covers everything you need to know to get started.

What are you passionate about? A simple enough question, right? But what if you don’t have an answer? What if your mind goes blank? Well, that very thing happened to author Lauren Krasnodembski. That seemingly simple query left her speechless and sent her on a multi-year inner quest that would change her forever.

Do you enjoy cooking and baking delicious goodies? If you’re looking to turn your passion into something more, then this book is perfect for you!

Liz Forkin Bohannon wants you to rethink everything you've been told about finding your passion and following your dreams. Why? Hate to break it to you, but you're likely never going to "find your passion". Because your passion and purpose are something you build-actively - day by day. In her signature tell-it-like-it-is fashion, Liz shares 14 actionable principles that will teach you how to do just that. With total transparency, Liz shares hilarious and heartbreaking stories of her journey of screw-ups and successes.

Do you feel like your life is meaningless? What is the purpose of life anyway? If you don't know the answers, then you lack passion in life, or simply don't know what your passion is. It's what makes you get up every morning, ready to tackle the world for whatever life has to throw at you. It's what pushes you through tough times when everything else around you is falling apart, to get back on your feet again. It's what gets you excited all over again when you have lost your way, to keep going no matter what.

Bruce Schultz blends his proven philosophy for a successful life with a variety of quotes from others who personify living a passion-filled life in this inspirational, uplifting guide to happiness.

Whether you’re looking to pivot to a completely new industry or advance within your current field, join inspirational Change Leadership and Confidence expert Lata Hamilton as she helps you unlock your career potential and ignite your passion and self-belief in your inevitable career success.

Today's leaders know that speed and agility are the keys to any company's success, and yet many are frustrated that their organizations can't move fast enough to stay competitive. The typical chain of command is too slow; internal resources are too limited; people are already executing beyond normal expectations. As the pace accelerates, how do you inspire people's energy and creativity? How do you collaborate with customers, vendors, and partners to keep your organization on the cutting edge?

Unleash Your Inner Company provides an innovative, proven, step-by-step process for anyone who aspires to start and grow their own business. Author John Chisholm - president of the worldwide MIT Alumni Association - brings an insider's view that distills three decades of successful, serial entrepreneurship in Silicon Valley. His book combines practical principles, entertaining anecdotes, deep insights, and challenging exercises.

Running a business should be exciting and rewarding, not a burden. Unfortunately, many entrepreneurs fall into the daily grind of stamping out fires and doing everything themselves because they’ve unknowingly become their own best employee and the bottleneck of their business. Do questions, decisions, and problems always funnel their way back to you? Has your business become a revolving door for employees or the permanent residence for under-performers? Are you tired of burning the candle at both ends and not living life on your terms?

For the first time ever, entrepreneur, philanthropist, and Forbes' Richest Self-Made Woman Liz Elting shares her story on how she cofounded and grew TransPerfect, the billion-dollar translation and language solutions company that began as a dream in an NYU dorm room. In Dream Big and Win, Elting divulges practical and inspiring tips you can implement immediately, teaching why success is not solely about attaining and wielding power.

Are you currently stuck in a job you don’t like? Do you have a passion, but you just don’t know how to connect the dots? Are you a person who feels unmotivated, or are you at a stage in your life where you feel like you have reached a plateau? The rapid revolution of the 21st century means that the world of employment is constantly changing and evolving. Keeping up with times is a must if you don’t want to be left behind. The world of work never surprises us with the opportunities and ventures that appear on a year-to-year basis.

It's time to quit your day job. Anyone with the desire can start a side hustle, and there are more opportunities now than ever before. YouTube personality and personal finance guru Ryan Scribner went from a dead-end job to the limitless potential of self-employment by harnessing the power of the side hustle. In this guide to gaining financial freedom, Ryan shares his lessons for success—and shares common pitfalls to avoid.

The inside story of the founding and growth of Taylor Guitars, one of the world's most successful guitar manufacturers. Bob Taylor mixes the details of his experience as a tradesman and cofounder of Taylor Guitars, a world-famous acoustic and electric guitar manufacturer, with philosophical life lessons that have practical application for building a business. From the "a-ha" moment in junior high school that inspired his very first guitar, Taylor has been living the American dream.

Ready to reignite your career passion? "The Mid-Career Makeover" guides you through a transformative journey of self-discovery and reinvention. Explore your passions, assess your skills, and set clear goals for a fulfilling career. Learn how to build a supportive network, upskill for success, and craft a compelling personal brand. This book equips you with the tools and strategies to overcome obstacles, achieve work-life balance, and create a career that aligns with your values and aspirations.

We all know people who jump out of bed every morning, eager to start the day, so fulfilled by their personal and professional lives that they wouldn't change a thing. What's their secret? Passion. We all have it, but we don't all use it to its full potential. In The Passion Plan, Dr. Richard Chang presents seven simple steps to discovering the things we really care about, deciding where we want them to take us, and developing a plan to get us there.