Virtual Human

Why do some companies always get great people? What strategies will work to attract the next generation of top talent? Why do some employees get lazy on day 91, while others continually raise the bar? How do I know if my new hire will work well with our culture? Every business has a financial plan; most companies have an operational plan; few have a people plan. The most significant expense on most income statements is people, and it often gets the least attention. If you are struggling to get everyone rowing in the same direction, to help you turn your business strategy into business ...

When a dream becomes all too real, a pair of strangers find themselves in parallel universes. Neither knows how nor why they’re there, but they found themselves in grave danger. Soon, the realities of their predicament come to light. They are being manipulated and used but by whom and why is yet undetermined. As the pressures mount, their deepest fears, anxieties, and strengths are exposed and weaponized against them until they’re forced to make an impossible choice. Put to the ultimate test and facing insurmountable pressure at home, they must form a bond and hope their growing ...

A shifter? The scientific discovery that could change everything I thought I knew. I joined this motorcycle rally to study nocturnal animals. Instead, I found Max, a shifter on the run whose eyes see straight through my analytical defenses. Since witnessing his transformation, our chemistry has drawn us together in ways I can't explain. Every touch, every kiss, every shared secret pulls me deeper into his supernatural world. He says we're fated mates. I believe in data, not destiny. When pack politics and betrayal threaten to tear us apart, my research skills might be the only thing that ...

A female drug trafficker who was arrested by the Border Patrol ends up decapitated, her head placed in one of their vehicles as a threat. Two drivers’ licenses found in her purse belong to people who were killed in a human sacrificial ritual. A fearless new cartel is forming. Violence, retaliation, and murder are promised. Follow Bob Heath as he joins forces with an FBI Task Force to investigate the murders. The detail will quickly turn deadly. Neither the Border Patrol nor the FBI have previously faced such a ruthless opponent. Every year the U.S. Border Patrol apprehends hundreds of ...

Looking to take your creativity to the next level? Want to create truly innovative solutions? Look no further than Innovating with Empathy, the latest release from design thinking expert Barrett Williams. This comprehensive guide takes you through the entire design thinking process, from historical context to future predictions, with detailed chapters on each of the five key steps - Empathizing with Users, Defining the Problem, Brainstorming Solutions, Prototyping, and Testing and Feedback. With practical examples and real-life case studies, you'll learn how to apply this powerful framework...

"The Fantastic Journey of a Young Medical Doctor" is a captivating and inspiring memoir that takes readers on an exhilarating adventure through the life of a medical professional. Dr. Francesco Chirico, the author and protagonist of this thrilling tale, invites readers on a journey that is both heartwarming and educational. Through vivid storytelling and poignant interviews, Dr. Chirico portrays the challenges faced by occupational practitioners in developing and developed countries. This eye-opening perspective sheds light on the daily struggles of workers who are often overlooked and ...

Young Lucy Banister disappears on a trip to visit her aunt in Dallas. Her brother, Reese, a kidnap resolution specialist takes on the almost impossible task of tracking and recovering a missing child. Along the way, Reese encounters other lost lives, and a powerful human trafficking ring that exists only because too many are afraid to speak. A fast paced story of pain, abuse, resilience and stalwart strength.

Rae: Being a vampire has its perks. Men fall at my feet. I get what I want, when I want it. And if they think I’m a monster—good. That’s exactly what I want them to think. But I’m tired of pretending. Tired of using sex to forget. I’m broken in ways I can’t fix, and I’m slowly slipping into the dark. Then there’s Edmund. My childhood best friend. The one who’s always been there. Watching. Waiting. Loving me in silence. He says I’m his fated mate. That I’m his. And when he finally steps in, everything changes. With Edmund, I don’t have to pretend. I don’t have to ...

I’ve just freed a demon. I have released evil upon the world, and as it turns out, he’s also my soulmate. Colby Ross has just freed a demon from a trap that’s held him prisoner for a century. Now, he senses the demon everywhere, watching him, waiting for Colby to say his name and summon him. Colby doesn’t want to call a demon. They’re bad, right? Yet the powerful alpha demon is the sexiest man he’s ever met. He haunts his dreams. With every night that passes, Colby finds his resistance crumbling, his desire for the demon overwhelming his judgment. One hundred years ago, Xazath ...

Ecopsychology is an ancient mode of knowing. From the very dawn of time, humans and non-humans alike, needing to find their path in the world, have sought out ways to move beyond a simple existence and into one of fruitful abundance and comfort; all within the boundaries existing within their being. Ecopsychology can be defined as the study of the soul and its relationship to the natural world. This connection must be felt on a personal level. One that goes beyond scientific fact and into ancient places of intuition and wisdom - those places within our personal dark abyss where we truly ...

In a world dominated by scale and technology, smaller community-based financial institutions, like credit unions, have the chance to serve more people (and serve them better) by making banking more human. This book presents a way forward that places banking on a human scale.

Confused by the overtly philosophical, wordy, and Biblically lacking treatises on the Trinity? Then this is for you. In The Image Of God by Samuel Garcia attempts to tackle one of the core doctrines of Christianity by paying attention to the ignored singular analogy of the Trinity in the Bible text itself: the trinity of man, and how it fits nicely with the traditional and current perception of the Trinity with little contradiction, yet confident in its assertion of the importance of rightly dividing the word of God and make solid statements about the Trinity that few dare make. The ...

INTRODUCTION: Technology & Digital Transformation in the 4th and 5th Industrial Transition and Revolutions REFLECT ON THIS: “Artificial Intelligence is a creation and design of machines (computers) to mimic, simulate and act and behave like the human brain. It will be therefore obviously unethical for the Artificial to totally replace the originally God created brain and abilities of humans.” HERE IS THE BALANCED APPROACH “The 5th Industrial Revolution emphasizes collaboration between humans and advanced technologies, with a focus on personalization, sustainability, and human-centric ...

REVIEW in UK by Graham Owen. 5-stars..*****...Excellent just wish it was longer Several 5-star ***** ratings on Goodreads. WARNING: Segments could be offensive and are intended for the mature reader. If you are of a prudish nature, this story is not for you. Human trafficking is becoming more of a problem. It's a matter of supply and demand, perhaps a matter of a deteriorating society. Although this is a story of fiction, it has been inspired by events documented on the Internet and TV. A young Florida woman becomes involved with drug runners. She is subsequently kidnapped by a more ...

Dive into a powerful exploration of the sin-sick soul—a condition of spiritual brokenness that afflicts everyone. Characterized by guilt, shame, and a profound sense of emptiness, this book identifies the root cause of these feelings: our separation from God due to sin. However, The Saving of the Human Soul is more than a diagnosis; it offers a lifeline. It presents the only effective cure: faith in Jesus Christ and His sacrifice. This transformative guide explains how, through Christ's forgiveness, we can bridge the gap sin creates, leading to reconciliation with God. Practical, ...

Can love conquer the darkness that threatens to consume the holiday season? In John DeGuire's debut novel, "Holiday Spirit," the quaint town of Killington, Vermont, is gripped by a chilling mystery: its children are vanishing. It all starts with a Halloween prank gone horribly wrong and an enraged witch. As Christmas approaches, strange and unexplainable events plague the town. Ancient mummies, sinister lagoon creatures, and malevolent phantoms threaten the very essence of the holidays. When the children disappear, panic spreads, and the townsfolk point fingers at the lurking monsters. But ...

On Human - Being Loving, Living, Without Purpose" is about ?tip toeing through humanity and walking lightly leaving most of what we find along the way intact and without our markings upon it. It is about finding the inner self that sojourns for a little while and returns to whatever cosmic reality we come from. It is about rethinking what we think! Actually, it is about replacing our thinking with spontaneous action that boils up from somewhere inside. It is about the discovery of our unique and innate natures as divine beings. This is a book that reinforces that our unique human experience...

Embark on a soul-stirring exploration with "Creator," a poetry collection that delves into the heart of the human experience. This passionate, raw verse takes you on a journey through love, loss, self-discovery, and the quest for meaning in a world that can feel overwhelming. Weaving emotions with words: Unflinching honesty: Prepare for vulnerability and authenticity as the poet bares their soul, capturing the rawness of both joy and sorrow with an evocative, emotive voice. Universal resonance: Whether you've soared in love's heights or navigated the depths of heartbreak, these poems ...

Entrapment can cause insanity, but it can also forge something else entirely. A thrilling sci-fi novel for fans of The Maze Runner and Divergent. Nineteen-year-old Harper has been trapped in a secret underground facility—a combination of a military school, a ward, and a laboratory—for the last five years. Memories of her prior life are gone, she’s forced to train for combat, and after being condemned as an experimental test subject, an electrifying power begins to rise within her. Harper finally escapes, but not all of her friends get out. Unsure if she’ll be able to remember who ...

Human rights are the foundation upon which societies aspire to build just, inclusive, and dignified environments for all individuals. They serve as a moral compass and a universal framework that upholds the inherent worth and equality of every human being. Understanding and critically examining the principles and provisions of human rights is crucial for creating a world that respects and protects the rights and freedoms of all. In this book, titled "Human Rights: A Critical Analysis," we embark on a journey to delve into the fundamental principles and implications of human rights, drawing ...