Product Business

Execute Your Tech Idea applies to all technology projects, including apps, portals, Software as a Service, software tools, smart devices, the Internet of Things, and many more.

Stop chasing side hustles. Start building income that stacks—and sticks. If you’re burned out from trading time for money, juggling endless gigs, or relying on a single paycheck that keeps you stuck, Vertical Money is your blueprint to break free. Author and builder Larry Jones delivers a refreshingly clear, step-by-step guide to designing income streams that scale, simplify, and support your life—not sabotage it. In this powerful, practical playbook, you’ll learn how to: Build verticals—income streams that grow with you, not against you Start small with low-barrier alternatives ...

With a new foreword and a new epilogue, this new release of From the Barrio to the Board Room shares Robert Renteria's journey from East L.A. and gang and drug life to becoming VP of a publicly traded company, owner of his own businesses and now his work as a civic leader, empowering our nation's youth to stay in school, out of gangs and off drugs.

This "Become A Great Leader" sleep learning program was designed to assist the listener in enhancing self-thoughts related to powerful leadership skills, interpersonal effectiveness, career confidence as well as personal confidence and building integrity. Some say that we are the sum total of what we surround ourselves with. For example, what we choose to watch on television, listen to on the radio, who we choose to surround ourselves with, and even the thoughts we think.

Start at the End offers a new framework for design, grounded in behavioral science. Technology executive and behavioral scientist Matt Wallaert argues that the purpose of everything is behavior change. By starting with outcomes instead of processes, the most effective companies understand what people want to do and why they aren't already doing it, then build products and services to bridge the gap. Wallaert underscores with clarity and humor how this approach can improve the way we work and live.

Playing piano and singing is your passion... ...but can you make it your dream job? Yes, you definitely can, and one of the best piano bar entertainers on the high seas will show you exactly how. Your dream...his experience...you can make this happen. UPDATED FOR 2022 with a note about Covid-19 One of the biggest fears pianists express about performing on cruise ships is, "I'm probably not good enough." Well, that's nothing more than a myth started by pianists to keep away competition. How good do you really need to be? Mediocre with a great smile will get you started. And Gregg Akkerman ...

More than 85 years after his untimely death at just age 37, Irving Thalberg remains a legendary Hollywood figure. Called the “Boy Wonder of Hollywood,” Thalberg quickly climbed the ranks at MGM studios to become one of the most powerful and high-profile producers of the time, elevating filmmaking to an art form. In this definitive biography, Bob Thomas brings Thalberg's legend to life, recounting how the producer's remarkable talent for developing stars and scripts led to the creation of beloved movies such as Ben-Hur, Romeo and Juliet, and Camille.

Learn 100 mental models that will show you a new way of thinking to enable you to overcome any challenge that life throws at you.

People often spend years on working on startup ideas that fail - and they could have known long before, had they asked the hard questions earlier. Five-time tech founder Dave Parker has been there, and in Trajectory: Startup he offers a path to get you from ideation to launch and revenue in just six months. Parker shares advice on: what makes a good idea that makes money; recruiting and working with cofounders; asking customers what product they want (customer development); how to build a tech product even as a non-tech founder; and more.

Are you ready to turn your passion for creating into a profitable online business? Look no further than The Ultimate Guide to Etsy Business! This comprehensive guide will take you from beginner to pro in the world of Etsy sales, covering everything you need to know to set up, market and grow a successful shop. First, we’ll start off with an introduction to Etsy – what it is, and why it matters for creative small business owners like you. From there, we’ll delve into the nitty-gritty of navigating the Etsy marketplace as a beginner, including tips on how to set up your shop, choose the...

Are you ready to ignite your visionary thinking and spark real change? Do you struggle to balance authenticity, decisiveness, and empathy in your leadership? Are you determined to empower your team and elevate your impact as a leader? I once found myself overwhelmed by the complexities of leadership, questioning if I had what it takes to inspire and guide a team through uncertainty. I craved a blueprint that not only tackled the theory but offered real-world strategies and case studies from iconic leaders.

An indispensable guide for individuals seeking to gain a comprehensive understanding of the core concepts of marketing. The goal of this book is to provide a clear and concise overview of key frameworks and models that are essential for developing effective marketing strategies, making it an ideal resource for students, entrepreneurs, managers, and educators. Written in a crisp and easy-to-read format, the book covers a wide range of topics, including branding, product development, pricing strategies, and more. Besides covering the core marketing concepts, we show you how to leverage the ...

Every product maker dreams of hearing customers say, “I need that!” But how do you create something so compelling that owning it becomes non-negotiable? “I Need That” reveals the psychological triggers and brain science behind products people crave.

The marketing methods of the past are losing effectiveness as consumers are getting smarter and smarter and have less and less time. What is needed is a new way of doing business, a method that is simultaneously socially responsible and far more effective than "old marketing". This new way is The Irresistible Offer.

Leadership isn’t about titles or authority - it’s about influence, vision, and resilience. The greatest leaders in history followed core principles that made them stand out, allowing them to guide others with clarity, courage, and empathy. The Science of True Leadership reveals the 12 essential rules that every great leader follows, providing a blueprint to elevate your leadership skills to the next level.

Today’s man finds himself at a crossroads - continue down a path of conformity and people-pleasing, or create a new paradigm of freedom and fulfillment. There is a fire in the heart of the masculine spirit that needs to be renewed. New Man Emerging invites every man to explore the depths of his soul, reclaim his power, own his gifts, and create a life worth living and begin living it now.

In this book, Willie Jolley shares his “VDAD” formula (Vision, Decision, Action, and Desire) for overcoming life’s constant challenges. He shares powerful anecdotes and stories that will encourage you to focus and take action on your dreams, despite the adversities! Jolley presents strategies and techniques for turning your life around and helping you overcome the challenges that constantly distract and disrupt your success.

The hardest part of launching a product is getting started. When you have just an idea and a handful of customers, growth can feel impossible. This is the cold start problem. Andrew Chen has a solution. As a partner at the pre-eminent VC firm Andreesen Horowitz, he has invested in some of the world's fastest-growing companies. Along the way, he's become one of the most renowned bloggers in tech - hailed by Wired as a 'true Silicon Valley insider'.

Selling value to B2B buyers today can feel like trying to stop a freight train that's hurtling towards the sales graveyard of commoditization and discounting. Today's empowered buyer has done research, has a clear idea of his or her firm's needs, and knows how much the firm is willing to pay.

There are few people we admire more than the Founders and Leaders of software companies who have the courage, determination and, some might say, sheer madness to put their livelihoods and reputation on the line, to leave their own ‘dent in the universe’. It's a day to day, up at dawn, pride swallowing siege to lead such a business. And we know this for a fact because we’ve walked in your shoes many times. Over the last 25 years, we’ve been involved in the start-up, scale up and exit of several successful technology businesses, that between them have realized close to billion dollars...