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This book takes you on a journey from the early days of PCs, through the evolution of technology, to the assembly of teams that built the bedrock of today's digital world. Sinofsky shares firsthand experiences, revealing the challenges and triumphs encountered while navigating Microsoft's corporate dynamics, and how external forces like the press and partnerships influenced the trajectory of personal computing.

Business leaders know that the key to competitive success is smart management of scarce resources. That's why companies allocate their financial capital so carefully. But capital today is cheap and abundant, no longer a source of advantage. The truly scarce resources now are the time, the talent, and the energy of the people in your organization—resources that are too often squandered.

"Conquer the FAC-C Level III: Your Guide to Success on the Federal Acquisition Certification in Contracting Level III Exam" is an essential resource for federal contracting professionals aiming to master the highest level of certification. This comprehensive guide covers critical topics such as strategic acquisition planning, advanced market research, complex solicitation strategies, and effective negotiation tactics. It also delves into innovative contracting methods, managing high-risk contracts, and optimizing contract performance. The book emphasizes the importance of ethics and ...

Pivotal offers a powerful antidote to the dizzying spinning and relentless chaos overwhelming countless organizations (and individuals) today. Through tools that enable you to discern genuine opportunities from mere distractions, you can create stability in both your professional and personal life. The concept of stability is akin to a basketball player executing a pivot. While one foot moves in a circular motion, the other remains anchored to the ground.

"Conquer the FAC-C Level II: Your Guide to Success on the Federal Acquisition Certification in Contracting Level II Exam" is an essential resource for contracting professionals aiming to advance their careers. This comprehensive guide delves into the advanced principles and practices necessary to excel in federal acquisition. Covering key areas such as acquisition planning, market research, solicitation development, and contract administration, the book provides detailed insights and practical strategies to navigate complex procurement environments. Readers will learn advanced techniques ...

Great leadership capitalizes on the business’s potential. In Founder’s Legacy, you will learn how to address the breadth of challenges that founders and leaders face in a way that is consistent with your strengths, values, and purpose so you can successfully grow your business. Collecting his twenty-five years of experience in helping founders across the globe strengthen their leadership and his insights gained from founding his own consulting company, Simon Court has created fifty succinct lessons that anyone who wants to be a successful leader can benefit from.

Weller Smith Design is a Full-Service Boutique Design Agency that provides print, branding, web design and strategy services. We pride ourselves in being the Boutique Agency of choice for Thought Leaders like you.

Welcome to Women of the West Indies (W.O.W)!I’m your host, Vernaire Bass, and I’m excited to share the inspiring journeys of extraordinary women from across the Caribbean. A new episode is available every Sunday, featuring powerful stories and heartfelt discussions that celebrate their strength, resilience, and remarkable contributions to their communities and beyond.Your support means the world to me! Click the follow button and leave a review to help me to shine a spotlight on these amazing women and hopefully empower the next generation. I can’t wait for you to listen to the show and ...

Mastermind Advisor Marketing is Marketing for Financial Advisors Created by Financial Advisors. The financial world is changing at the speed of data, and old methods of reaching your clients are no longer effective. Mastermind Advisor Marketing uses state-of-the-art technology, developed by those in the financial and digital spaces, to help financial advisors generate qualified leads and close business. On the Mastermind Advisor Podcast, join Josh Woodward as he explains how to successfully market yourself in this ever-changing landscape.

The Art of Managing Humans replaces work relations with working relationships, improving leadership through open communication, promoting welfare, worker involvement, and transparency. It is aimed at any manager, executive, and HR person who wants to identify the crucial balance between management and employees and the practical differences it bridges between mediocre companies and successful organizations.

A lot of Engineering Managers and leaders studied for years and years to become the best Engineer they possibly could be... and then they were promoted. It can be very tough for those of us who didn't go into Engineering with the distinct concept that we would become managers, but still want to do our best to support our teams. I wrote this book because there's so much no one told me about management that I wished I would have known. There's a lot to be purposeful about that many of us learn on the job, and worse: learn on people.

Are you tired of miscommunications, awkward silences, and missed opportunities? Do you wish to master the art of connecting with anyone, anywhere? Look no further! "Master Effective Communication" is your comprehensive guide to becoming a communication virtuoso. In today's world, effective communication is the key to success in both personal and professional life. Whether you want to build stronger relationships, enhance your career, or simply become a more confident communicator, this book is your key to achieving those goals.

For more than a decade and a half, Ricardo Sunderland has worked with the leaders of some of the largest and most recognizable companies in the world. He has learned firsthand that for today’s leaders—at all levels in their organizations—mental and physical energy are no longer all you need for success. Today’s leaders must bring emotional and spiritual energy to their roles and create a space in which both they and their team members feel safe to challenge each other, grow together, and thrive.

Franklin Covey experts Kory Kogon and Suzette Blakemore understand the importance of leadership in project completion and explain that people are crucial in the formula for success. This updated and revised edition of Project Management for the Unofficial Project Manager offers practical, real-world insights for effective project management and guides you through the essentials of the people and project management Initiate Plan Execute Monitor.

There’s no shortage of negotiation books that advise you to “get to yes,” urge you to “never split the difference,” and push you to “ask for more.” But these one-size-fits-all negotiation techniques disregard the reality of our complex, multifaceted, multicultural world, where snap judgements are made based on perceived differences. When bias lies behind every negotiation, the only constant is you. Learn to leverage who you are—and gain the upperhand.

What qualities come to mind when you think about a good leader? Good listener, empathetic, good communication skills, humble, and clear expectations. Whether you're leading a small or large team, How to Be a Leader by former Honeywell CEO David Cote is a resource that will help you become the leader everyone respects and follows.

People care so much about their popularity, their appearance, and their status. They care about what people think, whether others approve, and how they measure up. What’s more, people buy things to appear successful and even lower their personal standards to gain acceptance. But how are you viewed by the person you spend the most amount of time with — yourself?

For decades people have been told the secret to success is a good education. But is it true? Many of the biggest names in the business world today never received a college degree. After much research and thought, Steve Lover concludes that confidence is the most important characteristic to determine success. However, even more important than developing your own confidence is the ability to ignite your employees’ confidence. The leader who knows how to do that creates a different kind of organization.

This is a “how to” book for leaders in healthcare. Lessons learned from 30+ years as a nursing executive, an executive coach, and as an equestrian have been interwoven to describe what it takes for success as a leader for teams in healthcare and in horsemanship. The author sees similarities in both arenas.

Ever feel stuck in the “spin cycle?” Thrown about by the ups and downs encountered? If so, you are not alone. Since everything in life is a frequency, or a rhythm, learning how to “ride the wave,” will help you to become a resilient leader, creating momentum, energy, and endurance in life and business, fueling you to move from grit to great! Tune in to hear leadership lessons (the secret sauce) from those who have mastered the ride!