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Obroni and the Chocolate Factory is Steven's chaotic, fascinating, and bemusing journey to create a successful international business that aspired do a bit of good in the world. This book is at once a penetrating business memoir and a story about imagining globalism done right. Wallace's picaresque journey takes him to Ghana's residence for the head of state, to the Amsterdam offices of a secretive international cocoa conglomerate, and face-to-face with key figures in the sharp-elbowed world of global trade and geopolitics.

Are you thinking about starting your own dental practice and want to get it right the first time? For the enterprising dentist, The Simple Guide to Starting a Dental Practice and Getting it Right the First Time is an invaluable resource. Starting a practice from scratch in today's competitive market can be a scary proposition, but this guide will walk you through the steps to turn your dream into a reality.

OH MY GOD! I can’t stand him! Or his negativity. But for the sake of my brother and his bride, I have been trying my best to tolerate Joe. Until the night of the Stag and Doe I overhear Joe trying to persuade my brother To NOT get married. That’s it! I put myself between my brother and his friend Square up to Joe, Through gritted teeth, I glare at him, and tell him exactly what I think of him. Point my finger at the door And threw the Groomsman Out of the wedding party!

Fatherhood today is far different from previous generations. Stay-at-home dads are increasingly common, and growing numbers of men are working part-time or flextime schedules to spend more time with their children. Dads today are more emotionally and physically involved on the home front. They are "all in", and - like mothers - they are struggling with work-life balance and doing it all.

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Are you fed up with unsightly, and often painful, bitten nails and skin around your finger tips? If you really want to do something about it, listen to this gentle and relaxing self-help hypnotherapy recording for adults and teenagers. It helps you let go of tensions, negative feelings and also let go of that old unwanted habit.

The panic that sets in when you try to talk to someone new is terrifying. Without good social skills, you may suffer from low self-esteem that may prevent you from going out, making friends, going on dates, getting your dream job, and just having the quality lifestyle you dreamed of. Surprisingly, there are social hacks that anyone can discover.

In Building Relationships That Last a Lifetime, Ron Rice reveals the secrets he has learned in his fascinating, entrepreneurial journey to success. He examines the key strategies he used to identify, develop, and maintain both professional and personal relationships over the course of his career. Beginning as a traveling salesman, Rice navigated up through business opportunities and relationships to obtain the American dream for himself and his family.

From Zero to Published is your roadmap to success when you're starting from ground zero. Jason has been where you are, facing the same challenges and overcoming the same obstacles that you're encountering right now. He's made the mistakes so you don't have to.

Executives, investors, and the business press routinely chant the mantra that corporations are required to "maximize shareholder value." In this path-breaking book, renowned corporate expert Lynn Stout debunks the myth that corporate law mandates shareholder primacy. Stout shows how shareholder value thinking endangers not only investors but the rest of us as well.

Angel Olvera grew up on the harsh streets of Los Angeles, CA. Now a network marketing veteran, he knows what it takes to build a successful organization. In Your First 90 Days in Network Marketing, Mr. Olvera outlines the skills needed and shares the tips and tricks that will lead you to a successful career in network marketing. Whether you're just starting or restarting your business, this book will guide you to success in network marketing.

How to hit the ground running when you have a new startup idea. De-risk it before you invest years of your life or all of your savings. How many pairs of shoes did you buy online in the nineties? In 1998, UK born film-school grad Nick Swinmurn was scouring the Bay Area for a pair of Airwalks, but couldn't seem to find the right size and style. Yet he knew most consumers didn't buy much of anything online. Especially shoes, which are very personal. The assumption that consumers would actually buy shoes online needed to be tested. Swinmurn began by putting up photos of shoes from local shoe ...

Stepping into the world of networking can be intimidating, but the impact made can be colossal. "Building Bridges" aims to simplify and demystify this essential life skill that can boost your career prospects and expand your possibilities. Dive right into Chapter 1 where we define the concept of networking and illustrate its importance. The journey towards becoming a pro-networker then begins as we lay out the initial steps of establishing your network in Chapter 2. Providing you with guidance to identify and expand your circle while adopting fresh strategies to befriend potential life-...

How can women become effective leaders in large organizations without sacrificing who they are, as women and as mothers? This audiobook answers the question: They should live out the 10 characteristics of today's winning leaders. These characteristics - compassion, honesty, and authenticity, for example - were once seen as feminine weaknesses in the command-and-control corporate world. But today, in an inclusive and connected world, they define the leader who strengthens organizations rather than undermines them.

Do you own a blog or a website that can't get any traffic? Are you selling an online product which doesn't get any customers? Most people today give up on their online journey after some time because they do not see any results. No one visits their website and no conversation occurs on their written articles. This, in turn, demotivates them. Well, we all have been through that stage, I have been through that stage. But, instead of giving up, I looked for a solution.

In the 21st century, many of the most successful companies focus on the development, success, and happiness of their own employees first. That's because they know engaged employees will enthusiastically take ownership of selling products and serving customers. Not surprisingly, they also know that in the end strong sales and profitability will follow. Are you ready to re-prioritize your people?

"The Profit Mindset: How to Think Like a Successful Entrepreneur" is a comprehensive guide to mastering the mental and emotional habits of highly successful entrepreneurs. Written by a seasoned entrepreneur and business coach, this book will teach you how to develop the mindset and strategies needed to achieve financial success in today's competitive business landscape. The book delves into the key principles and strategies that successful entrepreneurs use to create and scale profitable businesses. It covers topics such as setting and achieving goals, developing a powerful vision, creating...

Regardless of your expertise and experience, it’s your people skills, political nous and ability to build key relationships that will ensure you survive and thrive. Packed with real-life examples and practical guidance, Become a Successful First-Time CEO is a roadmap to help you develop the confidence and master the strategies you need to be an inspirational corporate leader.

Did you know that 71 percent of marketing efforts fail because companies are using outdated methods that fall short when it comes to reaching their goals? Believe it or not, but it’s quite common even among the most experienced marketers to struggle in this area. This problem has become so rampant because most marketers fail to get to know their audience, don’t establish concrete goals, or fail to align marketing and sales goals. Which means that, more often than not, there is a great disconnect between what the company provides and what consumers actually want.

With shifting worker expectations and market upheaval, leaders and organizations everywhere are trying to catch their breath. As a result, a division in workplace culture has emerged with some companies clinging to obsolete corporate practices and others feeling lost and overwhelmed. As the CEO of WorldatWork and a self-proclaimed “work nerd,” author Scott Cawood introduces The New Work Exchange, a philosophy which redefines a successful workplace.