Work Motivation

Why is good leadership so rare? Everyone has to manage up to some extent, but, frankly, some bosses are worse than others. If you're being driven crazy by a micro-manager, frequently drown under your boss' unreasonable expectations or struggle with being handed out responsibilities but no authority, international behavioural expert Thomas Erikson is here to help.

Janice Kaplan is back to tackle another big, mysterious influence in all our lives: luck. And this time she's joined on her journey by coauthor Dr. Barnaby Marsh, a renowned academic who guides her exploration. Together they uncover the unexpected, little-understood science behind what we call "luck", proving that many seemingly random events are actually under your - and everyone's - control. They examine the factors that made stars like Harrison Ford and Jonathan Groff so successful, and learn the real secrets that made Kate Spade and Warby Parker into global brands.

Although poverty and violence persisted, I witnessed the dismantlement of the legal architecture of segregation and a rise in the fortunes of Americans of all races. But I saw something else evolve, too - something disturbing. Despite our great advances, people of different races simply don't talk candidly to each other about race. There is no genuine communication about our differences or our shared values, and, even more sadly, there seems to be a growing lack of interest in trying.

After spending the first 10 years of his career climbing the corporate ladder, Jeff Gothelf decided to change his approach to staying employed. Instead of looking for jobs, they would find him. Jeff spent the next 15 years building his personal brand to become a recognized expert, consultant, author and public speaker.

Scientific research has found that your ability to resist the damaging effects of stress - your hardiness - can reduce stress-related illness and strengthen your ability to thrive under pressure. Hardiness, written by respected clinical and research psychologists, will help develop your psychological hardiness which, in turn, enables you to enjoy more of life's rewards. Mastering the 3 C's of hardiness - commitment, control, and challenge - is essential to increasing hardiness and responding effectively to stressful situations.

From times of old, paths to success are told, Guiding those who seek, to achieve their goal. This work is one, a trusted road to run, Proven by ages past, to be fruitful and bold. In a world of strife, it’s a simple guide to life, Elegant and clear, to ease your mind of fear. Through wind and tide, you shall maintain your stride, Towards the shore of your destiny, on this path you ride. In a world that is often fraught with difficulties and uncertainties, finding a path to success can seem like an unassailable challenge. But in "The Simple Blue Book of Success," you will discover a 3-...

Should we even expect to be fulfilled and happy at work? Yes, we should, says Annie McKee, coauthor of the best-selling Primal Leadership. In her new transformative book, she makes the most compelling case yet that happiness - and the full engagement that comes with it - is more important than ever in today's workplace, and she sheds new light on the powerful relationship of happiness to individual, team, and organizational success.

In Empower Your Best Habits, transformational mindset strategist and peak performance trainer Scott Allan delivers key concepts to help you optimize, align and direct your actions to form the best habits necessary for developing a high-performance mindset. You will learn to create a system of good habits while breaking the bad ones.

Jade Simmons is an unexpected phenom who remixed the way things were done in both the classical music and professional speaking industries. Now, she’s remixing purpose by bringing us a brand new, life-altering understanding of what purpose truly is and how it really works.

Once more the "unconventional" Peters stimulates corporate thought processes. Along with the best of his columns, Peters includes questions and rebuttals that come from readers and listeners, as well as his own candid responses. A "must" hear for every business person.

Based on an extensive global research program conducted in nineteen countries around the world surveying over forty-eight thousand people, The Archetype Effect delivers a new framework to understand and cater to worker motivators across roles, industries, and organizations. This book shows how workers can be classified into six major archetypes based on their motivations, and describes how recent disruptions, such as gig work, remote work and AI-assisted automation, are impacting worker motivators overall.

A revolutionary approach to improving every relationship in your life, Complaint Free Relationships picks up where the internationally successful A Complaint Free World left off, with all-new methods to help you overcome toxic habits and build strong, successful connections with others. The original Complaint-Free movement has exploded into an international phenomenon, with 5.5 million people in more than 80 countries taking the pledge to create a complaint-free life, as well as national media attention.

Employing his signature, immersive approach, Bruce Feiler is known for taking complex challenges and converting them into actionable steps that can help each of us live with more fulfillment and joy. From thousands of hours of interviews, Feiler has distilled a powerful new vision of work: The people who are happiest don’t chase someone else’s dreams; they chase their own. Freed from outdated scripts, they identify what brings them meaning and write their own story of success. The Search introduces an all-new toolkit for achieving that goal, 21 Questions to Find Work You Love.

Tama Kieves knows a thing or two about dramatic changes. Tama left an unfulfilling life at a prestigious law firm to pursue her passion as a writer and inspirational speaker. Now, she dedicates her time to helping people face their fears, tackle uncertainty, and shift their mindset to achieve the extraordinary. Thriving Through Uncertainty proves that the moment your plans fall apart is precisely when your true destiny begins. With Tama's guidance, you can take hold of the blessings and opportunities hidden within uncertain transitional periods and begin to move forward.

Based on the content and approach of "ACTIVE Church Participation," this book has significant potential to positively impact believers and encourage greater involvement in the life of the church. Several key aspects of the book contribute to its likely effectiveness: Comprehensive analysis of the problem: Rev. Juan M. Pérez thoroughly examines the various reasons behind the lack of church commitment, from personal struggles with priorities to broader cultural influences. This in-depth understanding of the obstacles believers face allows readers to see their own experiences reflected in the...

FREE YOURSELF FROM LIFE'S CLUTTER AND RECLAIM WHAT MATTERS MOST Clutter suffocates us. Overflowing closets, bulging inboxes, incessant pings and notifications, obligations accepted just to be polite. Endless stuff and distractions smother our motivation, joy, and purpose. But what if you could clear away the excess and clutter to focus on what matters most? Reclaim mental calm and physical spaces that spark creativity and connection? Direct energy toward people and passions that fulfill you? This book reveals the liberating power of decluttering your physical surroundings, work, ...

What can blue-collar business teach us about work and faith? The faith and work conversation is alive and well, but most resources focus on white-collar jobs, neglecting the majority of the workforce. When Pastor Dave Hataj realized he needed to go home and take over the family gear shop, he didn’t expect it to become a spiritually transformative season of his life. Yet as he began to think about what it meant to be a Christian in business, he discovered just how much our work matters to God and how blue-collar business can change people, communities, and even the world.

Unlock Your Potential: A Step-by-Step Guide to Big Dreams for Women Are you ready to transform your life, one step at a time? In The Power of Progress: Step-by-Step Guide to Big Dreams for Women, Sophia Hartley empowers women to break free from societal constraints and achieve their dreams, no matter how big or small. This isn't just another self-help book—it's your personal roadmap to success, tailored for the unique challenges women face today. Discover practical strategies for setting achievable goals, building resilience, and celebrating every small victory along your journey. From ...

Achieving 30 consecutive pull-ups is an incredible show of strength that very few ever manage to accomplish. Want to hear a secret? It’s actually really easy to get there if you’re willing to put in the work.

Connecting Paradigms: A Trauma-Informed & Neurobiological Framework for Motivational Interviewing Implementation provides an innovative approach to helping those struggling with past trauma to make critical life changes and heal from their pain and suffering. Scientific understanding of the brain, the impact of trauma, and research around behavioral change has grown exponentially over the last several decades.