Virtual Workplace

A shameless, self-made, hot billionaire stole my CEO job right out from under me. The reigns of my family empire were handed to an outsider instead of me. I didn’t get mad. I got even. I got him naked under me, exactly where I wanted him, whenever I wanted him. But nothing else was going my way. That CEO was my father’s old business partner and his ex-best friend. He was also my best friend’s dad. Worst of all, he was the bosshole who demoted me from VP to supervisor. Maybe he thought it would be fun to see me give up my faux Louboutins for steel-toed boots. Maybe he didn’t believe ...

She's a meticulous cruise director who lives for the perfectly planned itinerary. He's a daring and wild adventurer who thrives on the unexpected. Rachel: Life on the Celestial Odyssey is all about order and planning. With my carefully crafted events and attention to detail, I ensure our guests have the time of their lives. But when Max Dalton steps on board with his thrill-seeking ways, my well-ordered world is turned upside down. He is infuriating and I'm pretty sure he's out for my job. But the more time we spend together I'm left wondering if my pulse is racing whenever he's around ...

The best way to get over a guy is to get under another one... right? ALEXIS: After my ex conned me out of my savings and shattered my trust, I decided to stay on board this luxury cruise ship after my best friend, Claire's wedding. Two weeks of sun, sand, and carefully calculated rebounds should do the trick. My curves have never failed to attract attention, and I plan to use every weapon in my arsenal to forget my heartache. TREVOR: Give me engines, gauges, and control panels any day. But people? They're complicated, unpredictable, and impossible to troubleshoot. Now I'm being forced to ...

Struggling to Lead Effectively? Discover How to Transform Your Leadership with "How to Lead with Conviction" Are you finding it challenging to inspire your team, overcome leadership obstacles, or achieve career fulfillment? How to Lead with Conviction is your comprehensive guide to mastering leadership skills that fuel your passion and persistence, leading across generations, and improving employee well-being. Dive deep into effective leadership strategies, inspirational leadership techniques, and transformational leadership principles that will elevate your career and drive organizational ...

5X Best-Selling & Award-Winning Author and Podcaster; Leadership, HR, Innovation, Future of Work, & Culture Global Thought Leader; Chair/Professor of Organizational Leadership; Change/OD/HR/Social Impact Consultant Work is constantly evolving, and organizations need to equip their leaders with the tools to navigate change while fostering employee engagement, productivity, and well-being. In this book, leadership expert Jonathan H. Westover lays out a roadmap for establishing purpose-driven leadership in uncertain times. Drawing from research and case studies, Westover outlines strategies ...

They haven’t spoken since the kiss. Now they’re stuck on the road with no AC, one unexpected detour, and the man Hallie swore she was done with. When a booking mix-up puts Hallie Archer back in a car with her ex-boss Adam Cameron, neither of them are thrilled. Their last encounter ended in silence and regret. But what starts as a tense road trip to a business conference quickly turns into something else: a washed-out highway, a shared cabin deep in the woods, and a night that forces every buried feeling to the surface. He's older, untouchable, emotionally shut down. She’s impulsive, ...

It's better to regret the things you've done than the things you haven't. Right? Jess I’ve made so many mistakes in my life, I’m sure I’m in the book of Guinness World Records, and unfortunately, this year has proved no exception. Telling my boss’s wife that we were having an affair was probably the biggest mistake, but the lying bastard broke my heart, so I don’t regret it. I do regret losing my job, though, especially now I’m broke. Frankly, I’m glad it’s nearly New Year, and I can put this annus horribilis behind me. If only I could do the same with the rest of my life, ...

He’s running to honor a memory. She’s seeking a prescription for hope. Together, they’ll discover the healing power of love. After fleeing an emotionally abusive relationship, Laura Ford lands in Seattle, determined to rebuild her life. Taking a new job as a pharmaceutical sales representative, she hopes the city’s fresh start will help her outrun her past. What she doesn’t expect is Dr. John Benford, a talented surgeon with a guarded heart, who’s grappling with his own haunting guilt over losing a close friend during surgery. Their paths cross in the halls of the hospital and ...

You Are Meant to Rise, Lead, & Shine in Your Brilliance Unapologetically!Between your self-doubts, imposter syndrome, fears, and the systemic biases that make it significantly harder for women to lead, you may have convinced yourself that you don't have what it takes. Perhaps you've resigned yourself to dimming your light, playing small, and not believing in your greatest professional aspirations. With It’s Your Time to Shine Girl, walk through Natalie Jobity’s twelve steps to unveiling the leader within you, where you’ll get the tools, advice, and championing your soul has been ...

I'm the boss, caught between desire and self-preservation. Destiny Chad Sanders, a border patrol officer, sets my world ablaze. When he discovers my secret desires, we start an off-limits workplace romance. Midnight rendezvous become our dangerous routine. But when HR accuses Chad of working with the cartel, it implicates me. Can I save Chad and myself from losing it all? Chad I'm caught in the crosshairs of desire every time I see Destiny Anderson. She’s a seductive, curvy vixen next door. Our forbidden workplace romance blazes hotter than the San Diego sun. But, in a heated battle ...

Will AI Take My Job? 2023 First Edition Written by a real person (Matt Rouse) assisted by several AI applications, but not assisted in writing this book's content. It's all me, folks! (And Kari and Alicia's fabulous editing too.) In a world where AI's rapid advancements are reshaping the landscape of industries, job roles, and corporate dynamics, staying ahead of the curve isn't just a luxury; it's a necessity. The sudden emergence of generative AI caught everyone off guard at every level of the corporate hierarchy, entrepreneurs, contractors, vendors... You name it. Whether AI will take ...

When Lisa Marsh reluctantly agrees to serve Thanksgiving dinner at the local community center, she’s not prepared for the chaos that ensues. Between the lively teenagers, fiercely independent veterans, eccentric seniors, and one particularly gruff homeless man named Pete, the evening spirals into a disaster. But when her best friend dares her to do more, Lisa accepts the challenge: she’s going to help Pete turn his life around—whether he likes it or not. Her plan? Simple: clean him up (starting with a shave), find him a job, and make him respectable. Pete, however, has no interest in ...

Power isn't measured in height or physical strength. Real power comes from the widening of pupils when you enter a room. Meg Harris wields her calculated sexuality like both shield and weapon, transforming Metropolitan Library's stuffy exhibitions into cultural sensations. When she acquires explicit medieval manuscripts for her most provocative exhibition yet, she doesn't expect Landon Reid—aristocratic heir demanding his family's private legacy be returned. "I strut into Metropolitan Library, my red-bottomed heels announcing my arrival before I do. My fitted pencil skirt and silk blouse ...

Now that her sisters, Crystal and Ava, are moving on with their lives, it's time for Layla Langston to do the same. Experiencing burnout and lack of purpose, Layla is ready for a change and leaves Langston Brands to live life on her own terms. She dares to pursue her own dreams--dreams that lead her to start a new career as a journalist and thrust her in the middle of a murder investigation that just may put her life in danger. Mason Sterling's goal is twofold -- to get the best story possible and make Houston's local congresswoman pay for her crimes. What he doesn't want or need is anyone ...

A timely, thought-provoking, and heart-opening book that reframes the conversation around diversity and inclusion by offering a new vision for creating harmony in the workplace. Featuring inspiring stories from: John Alaimo, Karen Borofski, Claudia Cauterucci, Kristen Crockett, Dianne Eldridge, Quentin Finney, Marcella Gravalese, J.Reggie Hall, Rishi Kumar, Kayleigh O’Keefe, M. Reali-Elliott ~ ~ ~ The word diversity has become a loaded term in American corporate culture. Worse still, much of our current culture seeks to blame, shame, and silence individuals who genuinely want to engage ...

My steamy hot one-night stand and now he is my Boss. One last trip before looking for my next dream job. And there he was a stranger, Brian, extremely sexy with his pepper gray hair. We had one mind-blowing night together. Turns out, I landed a new job but, Brian Kerrigan is the CEO of the company and my new grumpy boss. The steamy romance between us picks up right where we left off, after spending the night at his huge penthouse and sleeping in those strong muscular arms. Now we are having this completely sexy office affair. He desperately wants this romance between us to continue, but I ...

One left out billionaire looking for love + one feisty small town policewoman = a satisfying enemies to lovers clean short romance! After years apart, Cody and Renee return to their small hometown, both carrying memories and wounds from the past. Cody, a sheriff grieving the loss of his wife, moves back to help his family, hoping for a fresh start. Renee, a recently divorced real estate agent, has come home to rebuild her life after raising her kids. Their paths cross again when Cody enlists Renee’s help to find a house, and sparks from their high school days begin to reignite. As they ...

Transform Your Career with Resilience: Unlock the Secrets to Thriving in the Modern Workplace! Are you a young professional feeling overwhelmed by workplace challenges and setbacks? You're not alone. In today's fast-paced business environment, the pressure to succeed can be daunting. But what if you could equip yourself with the mental tools to not only navigate these challenges but also emerge stronger and more successful? The Resilient Professional offers a comprehensive guide to building the mental toughness needed to stress-proof your career. This book promises to transform your ...

The Underwear Uprising Nobody Asked For (But Everyone Needs): EPIC EXITS III is Here There are books. There are bold books. And then there’s EPIC EXITS III — The Story of an Underwear Revolution: a chaotic, sweat-drenched, lion-roaring, menopause-powered masterpiece that somehow—against all odds —makes perfect sense. This is not just a book. This is a movement. (And in some cases, a pelvic one—see: **Spuddle Man Pants™**.) Bollocky & Buff, once a forgotten relic of bargain bins and uncomfortable gussets, has risen like a phoenix in properly ventilated knickers—and you’re ...

In today's rapidly evolving business landscape, the need for a human-centered approach to work has never been more pressing. Bestselling author, professor, and consultant Dr. Jonathan H. Westover provides a comprehensive and research-backed roadmap for practitioners to cultivate purpose-driven, people-centric organizations. Diving deep into the key themes of meaning, motivation, self-awareness, strategic HR, and adaptive leadership, this book empowers readers to: Discover new ways to help their teams find purpose and meaning at work Develop self-awareness and leadership capabilities for ...