First Business

What do elite members of the military, first responders in the disaster zone, and high-performing leaders in fast-paced, high-pressure, modern day organizations have in common? The ability to have clarity of mind and purpose when surrounded by chaos. To operate at peak performance under risk. To be able to see clearly when others are blinded by fear, and act when others are paralyzed. To craft plans even with incomplete information, then execute those plans decisively...

You’re a seasoned professional ready to make your own decisions, set your own hours, and build equity in a valuable asset for your later years. Before you invest hundreds of thousands of dollars of your own money, you need to know what you are doing. Right now, you don't. You'll only do it once and you'll live with it for many years. That's where "The Goldmine on the Corner" comes in.

Are you ready to embark on a rearding journey into the world of real estate? Look no further – our comprehensive guide is your key to acing the California Real Estate Exam with confidence and success. Designed by industry experts and tailored to the unique demands of the California market, this guide is your ultimate companion for achieving your dream of becoming a licensed real estate professional.

Want to grow herbs and give your family an enormous health head-start, but you don’t know how to begin? Looking for a cost-effective way to proactively promote health and wellness naturally, without relying on the pharmacy? Then learn to grow your own medicine in five easy steps.

Kip Tindell, the founder and CEO of The Container Store, reveals the seven secrets to keeping both customers and employees happy and all fully engaged. In Uncontainable, Tindell reveals his approach for building a business where everyone associated with it thrives through embodying the tenets of conscious capitalism. Tindell's seven foundation principles are the road map that drives everyone at The Container Store to achieve the goals of the company.

By learning how the stock market really works, you can give yourself an advantage over 99.99 percent of people who try to profit from it. Rather than sudden spikes of profit, followed by massive slumps in losses, you’ll get steady, consistent profits if you start putting these tips, ideas, and strategies into practice without delay.

In this insightful book, former director of the World Business Forum Eduardo Braun introduces a new vision of leadership: the new CEO - someone who puts people, cultures, and emotions first. Through thousands of hours of conversations with world-class leaders, Braun has identified five key roles leaders can use to inspire people to strive for greater success, and in turn change the world for good.

Online courses have become a key part of how we learn and acquire information in the modern age. This huge and lucrative industry is open to almost everyone, and selling your knowledge is one of the easiest and fastest ways to start generating passive income. I have 12 key steps to share, which you can use as a blueprint to take you through the fundamentals of accessing this booming market. It’s my hope that it’ll get you as excited as I get about earning money, just by sharing what you’re passionate about.

Who is Donald J. Trump? To truly understand America’s 45th president, argues Vanity Fair journalist Emily Jane Fox, you must know his children, whose own stories provide the key to unlocking what makes him tick. Born Trump is Fox’s dishy, deeply reported, and richly detailed look at Trump’s five children (and equally powerful son-in-law, Jared Kushner), exploring their lives, their roles in the campaign and administration, and their dramatic and often fraught relationships with their father and with one another.

Obroni and the Chocolate Factory is Steven's chaotic, fascinating, and bemusing journey to create a successful international business that aspired do a bit of good in the world. This book is at once a penetrating business memoir and a story about imagining globalism done right. Wallace's picaresque journey takes him to Ghana's residence for the head of state, to the Amsterdam offices of a secretive international cocoa conglomerate, and face-to-face with key figures in the sharp-elbowed world of global trade and geopolitics.

Do you own a blog or a website that can't get any traffic? Are you selling an online product which doesn't get any customers? Most people today give up on their online journey after some time because they do not see any results. No one visits their website and no conversation occurs on their written articles. This, in turn, demotivates them. Well, we all have been through that stage, I have been through that stage. But, instead of giving up, I looked for a solution.

Between consumer demands for more personalized and greater data privacy and competitive pressures to provide better omnichannel customer experiences, brands are faced with a dilemma: Build a foundation for the future of customer relationships or lose relevancy in a crowded marketplace.

Simply put, no one cares if you study hundreds of books or just spend few weeks prepping for the exam. The only thing that matters is a flash message on your exam computer screen stating: "Congratulations! on passing the PMP exam". This small guide (listening time is less than two hours) will give you everything you need to understand the dynamics of the exam and ace it like a pro.

Your First Leadership Job is divided into two sections. Part One introduces the concept of catalyst leader - one who sparks energy, passion, and commitment in others. Your transition to catalyst leader is a major step in your leadership journey. This book provides essential tips to put you on the catalyst path. Part Two devotes 13 chapters to critical core leadership competencies, including coaching for success, hiring the best employees, and turning dreaded appraisals into discussions that propel performance. It also includes a chapter for first-time female leaders.

Crafted with clarity and practicality, Libby Turner distills the essence of creating impactful first impressions into 25 short and insightful chapters. From perfecting your body language to the subtleties of small talk, each chapter provides easy-to-implement strategies and tips that are both effective and accessible. Whether you're a student, a young professional, or simply someone looking to enhance their social skills, this book offers valuable guidance.

Congratulations, the day has finally arrived! You’re officially a first-time manager! But the question is, what’s next? How will you manage a team who works great with each other, meeting all their goals and making every project a success? When trouble arises, what are the proven ways to manage conflict, meet tight deadlines, and still make sure your team feels valued? This book will share with you the proven tips and strategies to help you become an effective and stress-free manager, lead a super successful team, and keep your boss happy.

Learn how you can generate millions of dollars in passive income through Airbnb even if you don’t own any inch of property! And when you consider the fact that the average Airbnb property currently have a higher potential for profits than the traditional long-term rentals, this sounds like music to your ears if you ever wish to venture into real estate. With the teachings in this audiobook, you will learn how to make tons of cash through Airbnb with or without property to propel yourself to the million dollar level, fast!

Many of us focus on winning at work. Whether it is from our own fear or the expectations of others, we put pressure on ourselves to succeed. Then, with whatever time and energy is left, we give to our family and to ourselves. In the end, no one wins. Marriages suffer, kids are neglected, teams are not developed, and you are not fulfilled. There is a better way. You, your home, and your work can thrive.

In Sustainable Leadership: Lessons of Vision, Courage, and Grit from the CEOs Who Dared to Build a Better World, accomplished leadership expert Clarke Murphy shares a can't-miss toolkit for delivering remarkable sustainability results. You'll learn what it takes to become a sustainable leader and how you can turn your sustainability promises into tangible action on the ground.

If you find yourself struggling to get that desired promotion, people often don't understand you, and neither you understand them. There are good chances that you could improve your communication skills. This audiobook will guide you through the main and most valuable concepts about communication! Listening, body language, expressing yourself, hearing and delivering the right message, and much more.