Work Environment

INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER “Provocative but perceptive . . . You can agree or disagree with Smil—accept or doubt his ‘just the facts’ posture—but you probably shouldn’t ignore him.”—The Washington Post An essential analysis of the modern science and technology that makes...

Despite the progress we have made, women are still faced with discrimination and bias in the workplace every day. The only way to prove our capabilities is to be great leaders! Women have more challenges when it comes to leadership roles with gender bias being one of the biggest hurdles. Women are either seen as dainty, proper ladies who are too quiet to lead or as the other extreme: bossy, aggressive, and unladylike.

Shola Richards had reached the end of the road: after nearly two years at a soul-sucking job, he felt numb and suicidal. So he quit and devoted himself to nothing less than transforming the workplace, turning it into a space of respect, courtesy, and endless energy. Making Work Work focuses on inspiring current and future leaders to start a movement that will banish on-the-job bullying, put meaning back into work, and enhance coworkers' happiness and engagement.

THE #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER The heartwarming and action-packed illustrated novel exploring what happens when nature and technology collide. When robot Roz opens her eyes for the first time, she discovers that she is alone on a remote, wild island. She has no idea how she got there or what...

Tackling a weight problem is often viewed as a personal responsibility that requires making healthier choices. The latest research, however, shows that external factors - from family and friendships to advertising and the workplace environment - have an equal, if not greater, impact on America's growing waistline. Just look at the stats: A person's chance of becoming obese increases by 57 percent if a close friend is obese, 40 percent if a sibling is obese, and 37 percent if a spouse is obese. That's where Thinfluence comes in.

Communications Skills for Project Managers provides practical advice and strategies for ensuring success, even in the face of shifting organizational priorities, constantly evolving expectations, and leadership turnover. This important guide gives listeners the skills they need to keep everyone in the loop.  

Do you upset people despite good intentions? Do you become irritable under pressure? Do you put others' needs before your own? Do you hate taking unpopular decisions? Do you avoid social contact at work? If you answered 'yes' to any of the above, you are not alone! In Why Good People Behave...

Are you ready to build a workplace that thrives and inspires? Modern Workplace Culture Made Easy and Modern Workplace Diversity Made Easy are now available as a powerful bundle. Together, they provide leaders, managers, and teams with tools to create inclusive, innovative, and highly effective environments—no matter the challenges.

Do you find the workload of teaching unmanageable, and feel you can never turn it off and enjoy your free time? Do you have classes whose behavior you can't seem to get in check, no matter how strict you act? At assessment time, are you aghast as your students have seemingly forgotten everything you have taught them? When someone says “the Sunday scaries,” do you know exactly what they mean? Well, then, keep reading.

Resilience is a multifaceted concept that plays a crucial role in navigating the complexities of high-pressure work environments. At its core, resilience refers to the ability to adapt and bounce back from challenges, setbacks, and stressors. In the context of professional life, this means developing a mental and emotional fortitude that empowers individuals to manage stress effectively, maintain productivity, and foster a positive work atmosphere.

Working remotely allows us to have more control over our time and organize it in a way that works for us personally. We can take care of errands during the day, take our laptop and work from an exotic location, or spend more time with family after dinner. And we get all of these benefits while still getting paid!

Learn how to harness your central nervous system for optimal health, productivity, and longevity. You don't need to be a Wall Street trader to see that this is the best investment you will ever make. This audiobook is a must for anyone who takes their health and career seriously. In terms of evolution, humanity hasn't changed much over the past 100,000 years. Although our environment is wildly different, our basic needs are much the same. This creates an incongruity between what we've evolved to handle and what we face on a day-to-day basis.

This book is about doing our best work. Sometimes distractions, personality clashes, and working with people whose working styles are different than ours, can create friction. Some colleagues have work styles that frustrate us and slow down progress. They say we spend 90,000 hours at work during our lifetime. How great would it be if most of those hours were productive, impactful and fulfilling?

In Leading Through the Crossfire, Lt. Col. Pike shares his experiences and those of others who have faced and conquered toxic leadership. He provides practical advice on how to approach agencies responsible for addressing leadership failings and explores alternative routes when official channels fail. By the end of this book, listeners will have gained the skills needed to identify, manage, and ultimately overcome the challenges posed by toxic leaders in their work environments.

Discover just how important thriving communities are to our wellbeing and the success of organizations—and learn what steps you can take to create them—in this illuminating and empowering guide from the author of Mastering Civility. Despite our deep desire to feel a sense of belonging, many...

In a world where the workplace is evolving faster than ever before, Hybrid Work Strategies for 2025: How to Succeed in Remote, In-Office, and Flexible Work Environments delivers the definitive guide to mastering the future of work. Whether you're a business leader, manager, freelancer, or employee navigating shifting professional landscapes, this transformative audiobook equips you with the tools, insights, and strategies to thrive in the hybrid era.

Through personal stories drawn from 16 years as a CEO of five different professional baseball teams, almost two decades of communication coaching experience, and thorough research, Skip Weisman provides insights, ideas, tips, tools, and specific communication techniques for each of these Seven Deadliest Communication Sins. This book will give you the edge you need to put the odds back in your favor and build relationships that can accelerate results in your life, business, and career. It’s time to raise your standard of communication.

Stop trash from taking over the Earth in this playful educational audiobook about sustainability and everyday heroes. Perfect for family road trips or afternoon quiet time, this imaginative journey follows a simple piece of garbage from the kitchen bin to the landfill. Young listeners will...

Setting boundaries between you and your boss is essential to having a healthy, safe, and efficient workplace. It can be hard to work with distractions, especially if your boss is violating your professional boundaries. Therefore, by setting boundaries, you can perform better quality work. You can also enjoy your work more without stress. The importance of boundaries cannot be stressed enough.

A Step-By-Step Guide to the Art of Distant Healing—with More Than 50 Practical Exercises Most of us have prayed for someone facing a health challenge, only to wonder if it actually helped. What if there were a set of skills you could learn to dramatically increase your ability to aid in the...