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Contemporary grandmothers are often marginalized from extended family life because social institutions and grandmothers themselves do not understand that they could be vital for working parents, for overactive children, for suicidal youth, indeed for many of the problems of modern grandchildren. Here, Kathleen Berger explores the role of grandmothers in the lives of their grandchildren. She uses real life examples to illustrate how grandmothers can best integrate themselves into the lives of their children's families without overstepping.

It's the ultimate in fantasy baseball: You get to pick the roster, set the lineup, and decide on strategies - with real players, in a real ballpark, in a real playoff race. That's what baseball analysts Ben Lindbergh and Sam Miller got to do when an independent minor-league team in California, the Sonoma Stompers, offered them the chance to run its baseball operations according to the most advanced statistics.

The Art of Coaching Teams is the manual you never received when you signed on to lead a team. Being a great teacher is one thing, but leading a team, or team development, is an entirely different dynamic. Your successes are public, but so are your failures-and there's no specific rubric or curriculum to give you direction. Team development is an art form, and this book is your how-to guide to doing it effectively. You'll learn the administrative tasks that keep your team on track.

An ordinary leader is someone who leads a small organization or team that is doing great things. They manage the majority of the world's workforce, but they don't lead large corporations or big government agencies. Ordinary leaders are rarely written about in books or quoted in magazines. They are, however, important. Maybe not globally, but in their own realm of influence, their leadership makes a difference.

Networking is often considered a necessary evil for all working professionals. With social media platforms like LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook at our disposal, reaching potential investors or employers is much easier. Yet, these connections often feel transactional and agenda-driven, leaving professionals feeling burnt out and stressed out.

The definition of the word "imagine" is compelling. Imagination can induce you into a hypnotic trance, making you forget your own reality. In order to imagine a fictional world, you have to leave your rational brain and reach into your unconscious right brain. Listen to this audiobook to discover how.

Crafting a standout resume is essential in today’s competitive job market. Whether you’re starting your career, making a transition, or aiming for that next-level position, Building a Powerful Resume is your go-to resource for creating a resume that gets noticed.

Are you an adult with autism struggling to communicate your needs effectively? Are you a caregiver seeking to understand better and support your loved ones? Perhaps you're a professional aiming to provide tailored support to your autistic clients. Imagine a world where autism is not a barrier but a getaway to profound self-awareness, a life of improved communication, and the attainment of emotional balance.

Get the encouragement and hope you need to keep persevering, even when life is tough. Do you have what it takes to go the distance? The middle of any endeavor--career, relationships, ministry, health--is often when our resilience and resolve waivers. This 100-day devotional will encourage and strengthen you in the messy middle when peace seems out of reach, the future feels uncertain, and life really gets hard.

From his best-selling series The Art of World Building, author Randy Ellefson has collected some of his best advice from every chapter in small, bite-size tips. All three books are represented in the topics covered: Creating Life, Creating Places, and Cultures and Beyond.

Learn the systems, tools, and strategies I used to build an email list of more than 10,000 subscribers for my small business. Are you using email marketing to grow your business effectively and increase your sales online?

Do you struggle with forgiving your mother? Do you have trouble making healthy relationships? Are you looking for help to be your true self? This audiobook is here to help you heal and find yourself after dealing with a narcissistic mother.

When a party of goblin warriors find themselves trapped behind enemy lines, it'll take more than whining (and a bemused Elven veterinarian) to get them home again.

"How did you get this number?" Those were the first words Jill Biden spoke to US senator Joe Biden when he called her out of the blue to ask her on a date. Growing up, Jill had wanted two things: a marriage like her parents' - strong, loving, and full of laughter - and a career. An early heartbreak had left her uncertain about love until she met Joe. But as they grew closer, Jill faced difficult questions: How would politics shape her family and professional life? And was she ready to become a mother to Joe's two young sons?

Marriage is a bond that requires hard work from two people in order to find happiness - find all the tips and tools to a happily-ever-after using the guidance of a trusted relationship expert.

In The Culture Solution, business consultant and The New York Times best-selling author of The Dream Manager and Off Balance presents the six enduring principles of a dynamic culture, designed in a way that is both intensely practical and inspiring. If you want to grow your business; attract, grow, and retain top talent; learn the key to hiring in the 21st century; teach every person in your organization that they have a role to play in making the culture better today than it was yesterday, this book is for you and every person on your team.

Media entrepreneur, TedX speaker, and sought-after host Dr. Terri-Karelle Reid now adds author to her impressive roster of impact. My Brand Compass: The 13 Cs to Building Your Personal Brand is her first book, and her latest project to motivate and inspire. Drawing on authentic personal reflections from being one of Jamaica’s most-loved media personalities, and professional experience working with global brands and events, this book is the essential guide to unlocking your best self now.

Are you a new or aspiring real estate agent in Toronto, looking to establish yourself in one of the most competitive real estate markets in the world? "Building Your Brand as a Real Estate Agent in Toronto: How to Find Clients and Close Deals" by Jack Dhade is the ultimate guide to launching and growing your real estate career in this dynamic city. Packed with actionable strategies, expert insights, and proven techniques, this book will help you stand out, build your client base, and achieve lasting success in the Toronto real estate market.

Finally! A confidence and self-esteem workbook to crush the shyness and anxiety that comes with approaching and dating men. Hi, I'm Gregg and I am a top dating author! Knowing how to attract men revolves around one dominant theme: confidence! Confidence is gold. Men lust for women with high self-esteem and confidence. So how do women gain these elusive traits? You become a woman of value: Deciding what you want in life and making a plan to get there by goal setting builds your confidence and makes you a woman of value.

These days, many of us find it easier to avoid face-to-face contact in favor of technological shortcuts. Why take the trouble to meet someone in person when we can simply send an email or a text? But as Michael Gelb argues in this compelling book, the meaningful relationships that come from real interaction are the basis of success. In The Art of Connection, Gelb offers listeners seven methods of developing better rapport in their professional and personal lives.