Small Development

Success isn’t about luck, shortcuts, or waiting for one big breakthrough—it’s about the little choices we make every day, the quiet strength we carry through challenges, and the way we shape our thoughts and habits to support the life we dream of. This book is a gentle yet powerful guide to building a version of success that feels deeply personal, sustainable, and true to you. Drawing on modern psychology, behavioral science, and stories from real life, it shows how success can be both practical and soulful.

A design process presents a series of steps, but in real life, it rarely plays out this neatly. Navigating Ambiguity underscores how the creative process isn’t formulaic. This book shows you how to surrender control by being adaptable, curious, and unbiased as well as resourceful, tenacious, and courageous.

In this honest and down-to-earth guide, a working-class entrepreneur shares their real-life journey of starting and running a small business-without any frills, research, or fancy jargon. Inspired by a "crazy" dream, the author began a daycare business in 2011, facing all the highs, lows, surprises, and invaluable lessons that come with turning a vision into reality.

Struggling with profitability? Suffering from margin erosion? Dealing with frustrated teammates stuck on low-value tasks? Join fellow founders and CEOs who are revolutionizing their businesses with a different approach. Outsource to Profits is your prescriptive guide to boosting profitability by harnessing offshore talent, giving you more options for your business.

Designed to Thrive: A Pathway to Building Resilient Systems is a compelling guide for leaders, entrepreneurs, and change-makers looking to future-proof their organizations in an era defined by complexity and disruption. Blending decades of hands-on experience in public sector governance, manufacturing, and consulting, Dr. Alison Foster explores the essential principles of systems and systems thinking, and their practical applications in the real world.

Maybe you’re trying to make new friends, get that job promotion, be a charismatic leader, or get lucky in love. Do you want to become more than just another one of the crowd? Effective communication verbally, physically, and online will open these doors for you. Through a series of engaging and practical exercises, you'll learn how to banter and build rapport with anyone you meet. You'll discover the secrets of confident body language, effective listening, and engaging storytelling.

Featuring handy tips, tricks, and techniques collected from the best-selling Stuff You Should Know series, Stuff Every Adult Should Know is the adulthood 101 you've been waiting for!

Welcome to the exciting world of AI-driven entrepreneurship, where innovation knows no bounds, and financial constraints need not deter your dreams. In this chapter, we embark on a journey that explores how you can harness the power of AI and ChatGPT to create a thriving business with minimal financial investment.

Tired of awkward silences and missed connections? Discover the science-backed secrets to mastering small talk, effortlessly spark conversations with anyone, and supercharge your people skills in the next 30 days… Do you find yourself tongue-tied in social situations, desperately searching for the right words? You're not alone. Millions of people struggle with the nuances of small talk, missing out on opportunities for friendship, career advancement, and even romance.

For the past 25 years, Nexstar Network's mission has been to provide everything the independent residential plumbing, HVAC, and electrical contractor needs to succeed. In On the Shoulders of Giants, Nexstar's CEO Jack Tester has articulated for the first time, with passion and conviction, the organization's overall philosophy and thinking all in one place, capturing for the next generation all that Nexstar has learned specifically for owners of plumbing, heating, cooling, and electrical businesses.

Professional athletes, surgeons, first responders - all perform remarkable feats in the face of intense stress. Why do they thrive under pressure while others succumb? What separates the two is attitude. Resilient people meet adversity head on and bounce back from setbacks. They seem to naturally exude an inner strength - but studies show that resilience is something that anyone can build.

Small Town, Big Ambitions is a compelling guide to finding success in any endeavor, providing golden nuggets of advice to help you realize your dreams. Follow Justin's path of personal transformation as he navigates the challenges and triumphs we all encounter.

This brief, easy-to-understand and inspiring book has become a guide for thousands of people—giving them the tools they need to find their next move, trust themselves, and take action.

From a long-time Alibaba executive and former special assistant to Jack Ma, this is the first book to articulate how Alibaba's unique culture and “tai chi” management principles are providing a business and economic development model for the rest of the world.

Want to lead the rewarding life you’ve always dreamed about? You’ve got a goal in mind that you want to achieve? It’s exciting, and you’re looking forward to it! But somehow you feel a little stuck. Maybe you’ve tried it before, but you couldn’t seem to make progress, especially past the first plateau. Good news - you’ve landed on the right audiobook to help you uncover the secrets to success once and for all!

What if you could train yourself ahead of time to handle life’s curveballs? What if you had a secret training program doable for even the busiest business owners (that are raising a family too)? What if you allowed yourself to be imperfect while still making rapid progress in life and business? Step inside the mind of Ryan Cote, serial entrepreneur, founder of the Morning Upgrade, and passionate believer in the mantra that small habits make big changes.

If you've ever dreamed of starting your own business, this book will give you the information, inspiration, and reassurance you need to get started. It encourages budding entrepreneurs to take the leap into the dark, while shining a bright light on the first six months of a successful start-up. It breaks down what appears to be an Everest-size challenge into a series of small hills for you to conquer.

"The Ultimate Career Survival Master Course" is designed to transform you into an irreplaceable asset in your field. More than a mere guide, this book equips you with the strategies and mindset required to become the most valued individual in your career. Amid a shifting work landscape and rapidly advancing technology, equip yourself with the tools to not just survive but thrive. It's time to future-proof your career and shine in any circumstance.

Unlock the Power of Charisma! Are you tired of feeling socially awkward or struggling to start conversations? Do you wish you could build confidence and connect with others effortlessly? Are you ready to become a charismatic individual who influences and inspires people? In a world where social connections are key, mastering the art of charisma is crucial. Drawing from proven strategies, Eric Holt takes you on a journey of self-discovery and empowers you to unlock your inner charisma.

Selling the Intangible will introduce you to these core components in the form of bite-sized strategies and pro tips so that you have a plan for success before you even start.