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This book is for anyone thinking seriously about getting involved in a software development project. That's because open source project management will go far better if you're already comfortable with the open source tools and best practices that make administration efficient and effective. These days, even commercial applications will utilize at least some open source code. So understanding the practical and legal implications of the various open source licenses out there can save you a lot of trouble down the road. (Just ask Google and Oracle about the millions of dollars in legal fees ...

Objectives and Key Results is the first full-fledged reference guide on Objectives and Key Results, a critical-thinking framework designed to help organizations create value through focus, alignment, and better communication. Written by two leading OKRs consultants and researchers, this audiobook provides a one-stop resource for organizations looking to quantify qualitative goals. You'll learn how OKRs came to be and how leading companies use them every day to help teams and employees stretch their thinking about what's possible.

In this highly listenable and provocative book, Dr. Jason Fung sets out an original, robust theory of obesity that provides startling insights into proper nutrition. In addition to his five basic steps - a set of lifelong habits that will improve your health and control your insulin levels - Dr. Fung explains how to use intermittent fasting to break the cycle of insulin resistance and reach a healthy weight - for good.

Over the years many people have asked me, "What is the secret to great leadership?" I always answered the question by discussing my three leadership fundamentals. Leadership development is a lifelong journey. Take the time to continue your journey. This great book takes the epic challenge of leadership down to the basic fundamentals for aspiring young leaders. I explain my leadership principles to give my readers additional techniques to improve their skills. It is a must-read for transitioning or retiring military personnel who are about to navigate the difficult task of translating their ...

Endless regulations. Unrelenting scrutiny. In the high-stakes world of Anti-Money Laundering, success demands more than compliance - it requires strategy. BSA Officers and AML professionals face an ever-changing landscape of regulations, audits, and enforcement actions. With the weight of compliance resting on their shoulders, they must navigate complex laws, satisfy leadership demands, and protect their institutions from financial crimes - all while staying ahead of ever-evolving threats. Without a structured approach, the pressure can be overwhelming, leaving many compliance teams ...

Unlock the Secrets to Boosting Hotel Revenue with Remarkable Loyalty Programs! As a hotel manager or owner, you understand the constant pressure to increase revenue while ensuring guest satisfaction. The hospitality industry is fiercely competitive, and retaining loyal guests is more crucial than ever. But how do you create a loyalty program that truly resonates with your guests and stands out from the competition? Perks & Profits: The Secrets of Hotel Managers Who Boost Revenue with Remarkable Rewards Programs and Highly Satisfied Customers offers a transformative approach to designing and...

It's time to throw away all your old notions of what financial advice should look like. Because if you're looking for a book to put you on an austerity savings plan that has you giving up vacations and lattes, you're out of luck. But if you're looking to get your finances in rock-hard shape - in less time than it takes to finish a workout - then Alexa von Tobel, founder and CEO of LearnVest, has your back.

Embark on a transformative journey with "Guardians of Integrity," a strategic blueprint meticulously crafted for C-Suite executives and Compliance leaders navigating the complexities of modern business. In this invaluable guide, Matej Pollick draws upon a wealth of real-world experiences, ethical philosophy, and insights from the forefront of business literature. This book transcends the conventional boundaries of leadership literature, offering a seamless integration of integrity, ethics, and compliance standards tailored for organizations of all sizes. Through practical examples and ...

As a small to medium business owner, correctly managing your workers' compensation coverage may mean the difference between staying open another year or closing your doors for good. This is the book that you wish you had read before you hired your first team member. In it, Nancy Germond will break down the complexity of workers' compensation, why you need it, why you need to pay attention to it, and how doing it well will make your team better and help your company's bottom line.

In the relentless cyber war, understanding that every individual and organization is a target is crucial. In this book, I offer a groundbreaking perspective on cybersecurity risk management, addressing a core issue: despite increased legislation and frameworks, massive breaches continue. Why? The problem often lies in ineffective or non-existent risk assessment and management, resulting in an ineffective cybersecurity program. Enter Heuristic Risk Management (HRM), a method I developed that is simple, intuitive, and highly effective. HRM cuts through the complexity of quantitative ...

Microsoft applications are great tools that have many applications in our world. This book starts from ground zero to walk you through on how to use Microsoft 365 suite. As a beginner who is not tech savvy, you will learn how to use these apps because everything is simplified. If you are applying for a job in some fields, practical use of at least two apps contained in Microsoft 365 is required. But, this covers more than that to provide you with deeper understanding. This book is written with illustrations to help you with smooth experience. So, it is a great manuscript you need to become ...

Jenny Blake, author of the award-winning book Pivot and co-creator of Google’s acclaimed Career Guru coaching program, is back with her signature blend of heart-based operating principles and practical tools. This book will teach you how to move from friction to flow through smarter systems and the three-stage Free Time Framework.™ Free Time is a playbook to free your mind, time, and team for your best work. This book will teach you and your team to operate efficiently and intuitively.

"The Corporate Mentor's Toolkit: Techniques and Strategies for Success" is the ultimate guide for managers and leaders who want to build a successful mentoring program within their organization. This book provides a comprehensive overview of the mentoring process, including identifying mentees, matching them with mentors, and establishing clear goals and expectations. It also provides various tools and techniques for fostering effective communication and building trust between mentors and mentees. With practical advice and real-world examples, this book equips readers with the knowledge and...

This workout provides you with an incredibly simple and relatively easy way to achieve your fitness goals (Lose Weight, Build Muscle, or Lift 300 Pounds). You must remember that your body is a mirror of your lifestyle. In other words, you are more than what you eat – you are what you LIVE! This workout is simple and trains your body to improve and reach your goals, but you also have to live the right way by the foods you eat, the activity level you maintain, and the dedication that you give to the workout described in this manual.

If you want to eliminate your fitness fears & discover how to transform your body with chair yoga and other healthy habits, read on! As the years go by, are you finding it harder to keep your body moving and feeling good? Have you noticed your body isn't as strong or flexible as it used to be? Are you feeling the weight of a few extra pounds you just can’t seem to shed? Chair Yoga for Weight Loss provides a supportive and non-intimidating approach to fitness. With simple chair exercises and achievable goals, you can build confidence in your abilities and feel empowered to take control of ...

Discover the secret to slashing your workers' compensation costs by 52%! Experience the benefits of taking control of your workers' compensation program and saving time, money, and energy with these cutting-edge strategies from the award-winning expert David R Leng. A Proven Process that has reduced costs and premiums by an average of 23% in just one year and 52% in five. A process that has reduced premiums and recovered errors by over $60,000,000 since 2004 Feel empowered and in control of your business's risk profile Eliminate the frustration and time vacuum of shopping for insurance Gain...

Based on the breakthrough understanding that virtually all headaches are forms of migraine—because migraine is not a specific type of headache, but the built-in mechanism that causes headaches of all kinds, along with neck stiffness, sinus congestion, dizziness, and other problems—Dr. Buchholz’s Heal Your Headache offers a simple, transforming program.

Are you leading your team—or is AI leading you? Generative AI for Leaders is the essential playbook for business transformation in the age of Artificial Intelligence. Designed for executives, project leads, and innovation champions, this audiobook delivers a clear, strategic roadmap to navigate the complexity, uncertainty, and potential of AI deployment—without drowning in technical jargon. With billions spent and 70% of initiatives failing to scale, the question isn’t whether to implement AI—but how to do it right.

Although everyone has stress, and stress is necessary for life, studies show that our inability to adapt to our stress causes a cascade of physiological changes to occur that, if left unchecked, can instigate a number of disease processes including heart disease, cancer, depression, diabetes, digestive disorders, and chronic pain.

Thousands of years prove it, and Western science backs it: Meditation sharpens focus. Meditation lowers blood pressure, relieves chronic pain, reduces stress. Meditation helps us experience greater calm. Meditation connects us to our inner-most feelings and challenges our habits of self-judgment. Meditation helps protect the brain against aging and improves our capacity for learning new things. Meditation opens the door to real and accessible happiness. There is no better person to show a beginner how to harness the power of meditation than Sharon Salzberg....