Work Development

Journalist and author Boris Kachka sets out on a journey, determined to discover how to turn a childhood dream into a real career. Becoming a Veterinarian is a behind-the-scenes, honest, and inspiring look at the day-to-day life of a veterinarian through the eyes of four people who have made this career their life’s work.

Born in a prison and removed from his drug-dependent mother, rejection is all that 7-year-old Alex knows. When Cathy is asked to foster little Alex, aged seven, her immediate reaction is: Why can't he stay with his present carers for the last month? He's already had many moves since coming into care as a toddler and he'll only be with her a short while before he goes to live with his permanent adoptive family. But the present carers are expecting a baby and the foster mother isn't coping, so Alex goes to live with Cathy.

Ask better questions, and you will get better results. Top business coach Mark Moses has identified four critical questions every business leader should explore on their journey to business and life success.

What If Your Work Ethic Could Unlock the Life You’ve Always Wanted? Your job doesn't have to feel like a grind—and your effort doesn’t have to go unnoticed. With the right mindset and habits, work can become a launchpad for a better life. Choose Work is your guide to developing strong work habits, building a solid reputation, and unlocking new opportunities—regardless of where you are today. Whether you're feeling stuck in a job, drifting without direction, or just looking to level up, this book shows you how to shift your mindset, improve your performance, and take pride in what ...

When panic attacks threatened to sideline her health, career, and relationships, Caroline Foran felt overcome by anxiety’s hold on her life. But instead of letting anxiety own her, she developed a toolkit of practical and effective methods that helped her master the fear and insecurity affecting so many people around the world. Although there’s no way to eliminate anxiety altogether, nor a quick fix to become 100 percent fearless, Foran helps identify anxiety’s triggers - laying out healthy routines such as sleep and diet that keep it at bay, and offering soothing remedies....

Unlock the Keys to Success in Software Engineering In today's fast-paced world of technology, becoming a successful software engineer requires more than just mastering code. "The Software Engineer’s Survival Guide" by James Masterson provides the comprehensive blueprint every aspiring and experienced software developer needs to navigate the challenges and opportunities of this dynamic field. This book takes you on a journey through the career of Alex Thompson, a software engineer at Innovatech Solutions, whose experiences offer invaluable lessons for navigating the evolving landscape of ...

Self-Leadership: Become the CEO of Your Own Career takes a unique approach to the self-improvement genre, delivering a wealth of practical advice through a blend of well-crafted fiction and a structured, in-depth analysis of the key concepts explored in the narrative, specifically professional development. Two logical sections, “The Story” and “The Lesson,” first introduce readers to a series of characters all grappling with questions of how to break out of their respective ruts and improve their lives. The characters are authentic and highly relatable, and readers will have no ...

Productivity and Time Management success come down to basic simple mathematics. There are 24 workable hours in every day. Work 8 hours. Sleep 8 hours. What's left? 8 Hours. How do you be more productive and manage your time? You elevate your 8. Yes, it's true: we still have 24 workable hours every day. We need to use them accordingly, or we are going to impede our ability to enjoy our time. Time is seriously one of our most precious commodities. Someday you might get more money at work, earn more vacation time, or win lottery. But none of us will figure out how to squeeze 25 hours into a ...

This audiobook is the definitive guide to discover the secrets behind communication and can transform anyone (even who was not born with a silver tongue) into a charismatic speaker. You can change your relations for the better and learn how to persuade anyone! In this audiobook, you will discover the benefits of being an effective communicator and how you can improve your speaking and listening skills to reach a better lifestyle! You won't need to fear a public speech anymore, and you will be able to deal brilliantly in any situation, both with your family and in the workplace.

What Tom Chiarella discovers is that great real estate agents devote themselves to the job with a sense of craftsmanship. Showcasing the individual tools used to develop a successful real estate career, Becoming a Real Estate Agent profiles individuals who live a life of thrilling improvisation, action, and instinct - a life in which excellence is sometimes gauged by the ability to walk away from a commission when circumstance demands it.

"Want to find the answers to the questions holding you back? Ask yourself these five questions: Are you tired of feeling like a pushover in your personal and professional relationships? It's time to take control and set clear boundaries in the workplace. Are you fed up with constantly giving in to others' demands and not standing up for yourself? Let's work on developing assertiveness skills in your personal and professional life. Do you need help communicating your needs and wants confidently and effectively in your personal and professional life? Let's explore ways to improve your ...

Conquer the Social Work Exams: Your Guide to the LMSW and LCSW Certifications offers a clear, concise study aid for aspiring social workers preparing for their licensing exams. This book is not intended to replace comprehensive study manuals or coursework but is designed to help test takers focus on key principles, reinforce their foundational knowledge, and identify areas that may require deeper review. Each chapter explores critical content areas including human development, clinical diagnosis, assessment strategies, social work ethics, intervention techniques, cultural competence, and ...

When asked if they'd rather receive aid or work, the world's poorest people will always choose work. But the world's richest countries continue to send aid, targeting the symptoms, not the causes of poverty. Western countries have the best intentions, but charity-based aid often does more harm than good, and billions of people continue to suffer. According to Leila Janah, giving dignified, steady, fair-wage work is the most effective way to eradicate poverty.

In today's ever-changing world, the game of survival has become exhausting. Many are seeking alternatives to the typical 9 to 5 job grind, turning to entrepreneurship as a possibility. But there's a twist: a new breed of entrepreneur is emerging, one that blends business savvy with spiritual depth. These spiritual entrepreneurs challenge not only the norms of business but also the traditional values of organized religion.

Do you DREAD networking events? Parties where you don’t know anyone? Work functions? Social situations where you need to be able to turn it on at a moment’s notice – they’re horrible aren’t they? Having to put a face on, perk up, and have the same conversation for hours? Draining. These situations can be terrible if you don’t have the genuine social habits to deal with them

In business, the advice to “be proactive” is repeated like a sacred mantra. And yet, no one ever bothers to explain exactly what that means or how to do it…until now. The Proactive Professional reveals all the missing pieces of the proactivity puzzle and offers a step-by-step actionable framework for becoming proactive at work and in life. In these pages, you will discover: • The 6 essential cognitive and behavioral skills that define The Proactivity Skillset. • Simple proactivity principles and practices you can implement immediately to feel more in control of your work. • How ...

Are distractions stealing your productivity? It’s time to take back control. From the moment you wake up, your attention is under attack—emails, notifications, meetings, and an endless stream of digital noise. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, exhausted, or frustrated by your inability to focus, you’re not alone. But the good news? You can train your brain to work smarter, not harder. Deep Focus is a practical, science-backed guide to productivity that helps you reclaim your focus, design better work habits, and achieve more—without burning out. Drawing from real-world experience ...

Ever found yourself stuck in a conversation with someone who just won't listen, or worse, keeps twisting everything to suit their needs? Dealing with difficult people can feel like navigating a minefield, especially when you need to keep the peace without losing your mind. Whether it's a narcissist, a manipulator, or that one coworker who thinks they're always right, this guide is here to help you regain control.

Join a quest for the Holy Grail within each of us: the optimized brain. In Smarter Tomorrow, Ricker shares the spoils of her decade long adventure. After countless expert interviews, poring through hundreds of research studies from around the world, and testing dozens of tools on herself—including nicotine, video games, meditation, and even a little-known beverage from the Pacific islands—she explains how some experiments failed hilariously, while others transformed her cognition.

Are You Fully Charged? reveals the three keys that matter most for our daily well-being, as well as our engagement in our work. Drawing on the latest and most practical research from business, psychology, and economics, this audiobook focuses on changes we can make to create better days for ourselves and others.