Career Education

If you struggle with a work/life balance and feel as if your daily life is chaotic and out of control, this book will provide a simple yet executable road map to help you create the life you've always desired.

In this modern classic, Annette Simmons reminds us that the oldest tool of influence is also the most powerful. Fully revised and updated to account for new technology and social media, along with two new chapters on the role of stories in the development of civilization and how to adjust your story to your specific goal, Simmons showcases over 100 examples of effective storytelling drawn from the front lines of business and government, as well as myths, fables, and parables from around the world.

Leadership in Higher Education explains the fundamental principles that support these practices and provides case examples of people in higher education who demonstrate each one. Drawing on the same pioneering research that formed the foundation of their classic best seller The Leadership Challenge, James Kouzes and Barry Posner offer a set of leadership skills and practices that will make a significant difference in every area of higher education - faculty, administration, library services, career counseling, auxiliary services, campus safety, and more.

The Brand Gap is the first audiobook to present a unified theory of brand-building. Whereas most books on branding are weighted toward either a strategic or creative approach, this audiobook shows how both ways of thinking can unite to produce a “charismatic brand”—a brand that customers feel is essential to their lives.

In the second edition of this renowned book, you will find pearls of wisdom, heartfelt advice, and inspiration from one of the nation's leading authorities on staff motivation, teacher leadership, and principal effectiveness. With wit and understanding, Todd Whitaker describes the beliefs, behaviors, attitudes, and interactions of great teachers and explains what they do differently.

Are you a young dreamer wondering what it would be like to run your own business and gain true independence? Are you juggling school, life, and other responsibilities but can’t shake off that entrepreneurial itch? Do you wish you had the skills to turn your passion into a profitable business? Young trailblazers like you are eager to make their mark but often find themselves overwhelmed by the challenges of starting their own business. Imagine if you had a roadmap specifically designed for your journey—a companion to guide you from an idea to a successful business right now!

One L, Scott Turow's journal of his first year at law school and a best seller when it was first published in 1977, has gone on to become a virtual bible for prospective law students. Not only does it introduce with remarkable clarity the ideas and issues that are the stuff of legal education; it also brings alive the anxiety and competitiveness, with others and, even more, with oneself, that set the tone in this crucible of character building.

Unlock the secrets to a fulfilling career and academic life with "College Majors and Career Planning"—an essential guide for anyone embarking on the journey of choosing a college major and planning a career. Navigate the complexities of decision-making with a comprehensive approach that combines psychological insights with practical guidance. Start by understanding the foundations of career choice, delving into the psychology behind decision-making and exploring the myriad factors that influence career paths. Discover the critical role personality plays in career selection, and learn how ...

Developed by experienced professors and professionally narrated for easy listening, this course is a valuable tool when preparing for your Certified Financial Planner Exam. The audio is focused and high-yield, covering the most important topics you need to know to succeed on the Certified Financial Planner Test. The material is accurate, up-to-date, and broken down into bite-sized sections. There are key takeaways following each section to drive home key points and quizzes to review commonly tested questions.

Developed by experienced professors and professionally narrated for easy listening, this course is a valuable tool when preparing for your Multistate Bar Examination or MBE. The audio is focused and high-yield, covering the most important topics you need to know to succeed on the MBE.

We all have a lot to learn from the diary of a teacher named Esmé Raji Codell, an educator who has struggled to maintain individuality in the face of bureaucracy and whose defiant stand against mediocrity will reverberate in companies as well as classrooms everywhere.

In The First 20 Hours, Josh Kaufman offers a systematic approach to rapid skill acquisition: how to learn any new skill as quickly as possible. His method shows you how to deconstruct complex skills, maximize productive practice, and remove common learning barriers. By completing just 20 hours of focused, deliberate practice you'll go from knowing absolutely nothing to performing noticeably well. What do you want to learn?

Before he inspired the world with Hamilton and was catapulted to international fame, Lin-Manuel Miranda was inspiring his Twitter followers with words of encouragement at the beginning and end of each day. He wrote these original sayings, aphorisms, and poetry for himself as much as for others. But as Miranda’s audience grew, these messages took on a life on their own. Now Miranda has gathered the best of his daily greetings into a collection. Full of comfort and motivation, Gmorning, Gnight! is a touchstone for anyone who needs a quick lift.

World renowned researcher Dr. Barbara Fredrickson gives you the lab-tested tools necessary to create a healthier, more vibrant, and flourishing life through a process she calls "the upward spiral." With Positivity, you'll learn to see new possibilities, bounce back from setbacks, connect with others, and become the best version of yourself.

Developed by experienced professors and professionally narrated for easy listening, this course is a valuable tool when preparing for your Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Exam. The audio is focused and high-yield, covering all CDL Endorsements and topics you need to know to pass your written exam. The material is accurate, up to date, and broken down into bite-size chapters. There are quizzes and key takeaways sections following each chapter to review questions commonly tested and drive home key points.

In his long-awaited memoir, Yvon Chouinard - legendary climber, businessman, environmentalist, and founder of Patagonia, Inc. - shares the persistence and courage that have gone into being head of one of the most respected and environmentally responsible companies on earth. From his youth as the son of a French Canadian blacksmith to the thrilling, ambitious climbing expeditions that inspired his innovative designs for the sport's equipment.

Do people have trouble understanding you? Are you yearning for your dream career, but your accent is stopping you? Is English your second language? Do you believe that your accent may be keeping you from the advancement you've been seeking? In Accent Reduction For Professionals, you'll discover secrets of reducing - and eliminating - your foreign accent. With this guide, you'll quickly learn the easiest ways to sound more like an American and dramatically improve the way you sound.

As a White House speechwriter, Terry Szuplat helped craft hundreds of speeches for President Obama. But when it came to public speaking himself, Szuplat—like many people—was gripped by anxiety and preferred to stay in the shadows. When he was invited to give the first major speech of his life, he faced a choice: keep hiding from what scared him, or finally face his fears.

For Rick Pitino, the first coach to bring teams from three different schools to the Final Four, success isn’t about shortcuts. Pitino’s secret - and the reason he has become both a great coach and one of the most sought-after motivational speakers in the nation - is his strategy of overachievement. Now, in Success Is a Choice, he takes the same proven methods that have earned him and his teams legendary status and gives you a 10-step plan of attack that will help you become a winner at anything you set your mind to.

Here is a practical, useful, and easily understood exploration of the dynamic of choice and how the choices we make affect our everyday lives, for better or worse. Learning the relationship between the choices we make and the experiences we encounter is central to freeing ourselves from the illusion that we are victims of our circumstances. The Mind of the Soul: Responsible Choice is essential for all of us who wish to take charge of our lives.