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Smart Brevity

The Power of Saying More with Less (Revised and Updated)

by Jim VandeHei, Mike Allen, Roy Schwartz ...

Wall Street Journal and USA Today bestseller“[A] master class in everyday business writing” – New York TimesBrevity is confidence. Length is fear.This is the guiding principle of Smart Brevity, a communication formula built by Axios journalists to prioritize essential news and information, explain its impact and deliver it... ... Read more

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Wall Street Journal and USA Today bestseller“[A] master class in everyday business writing” – New York TimesBrevity is confidence. Length is fear.This is the guiding principle of Smart Brevity, a communication formula built by Axios journalists to prioritize essential news and information, explain its impact and deliver it...
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How to Become a Straight-A Student

The Unconventional Strategies Real College Students Use to Score High While Studying Less

by Cal Newport ...

Looking to jumpstart your GPA?Most college students believe that straight A’s can be achieved only through cramming and painful all-nighters at the library. But Cal Newport knows that real straight-A students don’t study harder—they study smarter. A breakthrough approach to acing academic assignments, from quizzes and exams to essays and papers, How to Become a Straight-A Student reveals for the ... Read more

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Looking to jumpstart your GPA?Most college students believe that straight A’s can be achieved only through cramming and painful all-nighters at the library. But Cal Newport knows that real straight-A students don’t study harder—they study smarter. A breakthrough approach to acing academic assignments, from quizzes and exams to essays and papers, How to Become a Straight-A Student reveals for the
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Focus

The Hidden Driver of Excellence

by Daniel Goleman ...

New York Times Bestseller“A powerful guide for taking control of our attention.” —Tony Schwartz, author of The Power of Full Engagement and CEO of The Energy ProjectFrom the author of the #1 international bestseller Emotional Intelligence, comes a groundbreaking look at today’s scarcest resource and the secret to high performance and fulfillment: attention.For more than two decades, psychologist ... Read more

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New York Times Bestseller“A powerful guide for taking control of our attention.” —Tony Schwartz, author of The Power of Full Engagement and CEO of The Energy ProjectFrom the author of the #1 international bestseller Emotional Intelligence, comes a groundbreaking look at today’s scarcest resource and the secret to high performance and fulfillment: attention.For more than two decades, psychologist
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Tiny Experiments

How to Live Freely in a Goal-Obsessed World

by Anne-Laure Le Cunff ...

**A transformative guide to rethinking our approach to goals, creativity, and life itself from a neuroscientist and entrepreneur, and the creator of the popular Ness Labs newsletter"I loved this profound, practical, and generous book."—Oliver Burkeman"A thought-provoking guide to doing more trials and making fewer errors."—Adam Grant"One of the best productivity books that I've read."—Ryder ... Read more

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**A transformative guide to rethinking our approach to goals, creativity, and life itself from a neuroscientist and entrepreneur, and the creator of the popular Ness Labs newsletter"I loved this profound, practical, and generous book."—Oliver Burkeman"A thought-provoking guide to doing more trials and making fewer errors."—Adam Grant"One of the best productivity books that I've read."—Ryder
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Say It Well

Find Your Voice, Speak Your Mind, Inspire Any Audience

by Terry Szuplat ...

A NATIONAL BESTSELLERPORCHLIGHT AWARD WINNER AS ONE OF THE BEST BUSINESS BOOKS OF 2024One of Barack Obama’s longest-serving speechwriters reveals the public speaking lessons and communication skills that will help you become a more confident and compelling communicator and leader.As a White House speechwriter, Terry Szuplat helped craft hundreds of speeches for President Obama. But when it came to ... Read more

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A NATIONAL BESTSELLERPORCHLIGHT AWARD WINNER AS ONE OF THE BEST BUSINESS BOOKS OF 2024One of Barack Obama’s longest-serving speechwriters reveals the public speaking lessons and communication skills that will help you become a more confident and compelling communicator and leader.As a White House speechwriter, Terry Szuplat helped craft hundreds of speeches for President Obama. But when it came to
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Ask

Tap Into the Hidden Wisdom of People Around You for Unexpected Breakthroughs In Leadership and Life

by Jeff Wetzler ...

**Globally recognized expert on learning and leadership, Jeff Wetzler offers a hands-on, surprisingly effective way to find out what others really think, know, and feel, leading to smarter decisions, more creative solutions, and deeper relationships."Invaluable ... required reading." —Kim Scott, author of Radical Candor and Radical Respect**Too often, we don’t find out what’s truly on others’ ... Read more

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**Globally recognized expert on learning and leadership, Jeff Wetzler offers a hands-on, surprisingly effective way to find out what others really think, know, and feel, leading to smarter decisions, more creative solutions, and deeper relationships."Invaluable ... required reading." —Kim Scott, author of Radical Candor and Radical Respect**Too often, we don’t find out what’s truly on others’
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A Handbook for New Stoics: How to Thrive in a World Out of Your Control

52 Week-by-Week Lessons

by Gregory Lopez, Massimo Pigliucci ...

A pragmatic philosophy more popular than ever—here are 52 ancient lessons to help you overcome adversity and find tranquility in the modern worldStress often comes from situations that are beyond our control—such as preparing for a meeting, waiting for test results, or arguing with a loved one. But we can control our response to these everyday tensions—through the wisdom and practice of Stoicism ... Read more

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A pragmatic philosophy more popular than ever—here are 52 ancient lessons to help you overcome adversity and find tranquility in the modern worldStress often comes from situations that are beyond our control—such as preparing for a meeting, waiting for test results, or arguing with a loved one. But we can control our response to these everyday tensions—through the wisdom and practice of Stoicism
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The Purpose Driven Life

What on Earth Am I Here For?

by Rick Warren ...

Series series The Purpose Driven Life
Discover and fulfill your God-given purpose by joining the more than thirty-five million others who have embarked on a spiritual journey that started with this #1 New York Times bestselling book by Pastor Rick Warren.Before you were born, God knew what your life had in store for you. His hope for you is to discover the life he created just for you--both here on earth, and forever in eternity. Let ... Read more

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Discover and fulfill your God-given purpose by joining the more than thirty-five million others who have embarked on a spiritual journey that started with this #1 New York Times bestselling book by Pastor Rick Warren.Before you were born, God knew what your life had in store for you. His hope for you is to discover the life he created just for you--both here on earth, and forever in eternity. Let
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How to Live a Meaningful Life

Using Design Thinking to Unlock Purpose, Joy, and Flow Every Day

by Bill Burnett, Dave Evans ...

Read the life-changing book Mel Robbins calls “a blueprint to find [meaning] where we are.”From the #1 New York Times bestselling creators of Designing Your Life comes an actionable guide to finding real meaning in the life you already have.Many of us have lives that look successful on paper but feel strangely empty. How to Live a Meaningful Life offers research-backed tools to help you build ... Read more

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Read the life-changing book Mel Robbins calls “a blueprint to find [meaning] where we are.”From the #1 New York Times bestselling creators of Designing Your Life comes an actionable guide to finding real meaning in the life you already have.Many of us have lives that look successful on paper but feel strangely empty. How to Live a Meaningful Life offers research-backed tools to help you build
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Psycho-Cybernetics

Updated and Expanded

by Maxwell Maltz ...

Series series The Psycho-Cybernetics Series
**Since its first publication in 1960, Maxwell Maltz’s landmark bestseller has inspired and enhanced the lives of more than 30 million readers!In this updated edition, with a new introduction and editorial commentary by Matt Furey, president of the Psycho-Cybernetics Foundation, the original text has been annotated and amplified to make Maltz’s message even more relevant for the contemporary ... Read more

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**Since its first publication in 1960, Maxwell Maltz’s landmark bestseller has inspired and enhanced the lives of more than 30 million readers!In this updated edition, with a new introduction and editorial commentary by Matt Furey, president of the Psycho-Cybernetics Foundation, the original text has been annotated and amplified to make Maltz’s message even more relevant for the contemporary
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The Power of Less

The Fine Art of Limiting Yourself to the Essential...in Business and in Life

by Leo Babauta ...

Learn how to simplify your surroundings and and achieve your goals with this life-changing guide.With the countless distractions that come from every corner of a modern life, it's amazing that were ever able to accomplish anything. The Power of Less demonstrates how to streamline your life by identifying the essential and eliminating the unnecessary freeing you from everyday clutter and allowing ... Read more

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Learn how to simplify your surroundings and and achieve your goals with this life-changing guide.With the countless distractions that come from every corner of a modern life, it's amazing that were ever able to accomplish anything. The Power of Less demonstrates how to streamline your life by identifying the essential and eliminating the unnecessary freeing you from everyday clutter and allowing
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Beyond Belief

The Science-Backed Way to Stop Limiting Yourself and Achieve Breakthrough Results

by Nir Eyal ...

**An Instant New York Times BestsellerWhat if the real obstacle isn't your effort, your discipline, or your circumstances, but what you believe is possible?**Behind every endeavor are beliefs that shape outcomes. Most people never question those beliefs, even when they hold them back. Beyond Belief by bestselling author Nir Eyal (Indistractable, Hooked) reveals one counterintuitive truth: these ... Read more

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**An Instant New York Times BestsellerWhat if the real obstacle isn't your effort, your discipline, or your circumstances, but what you believe is possible?**Behind every endeavor are beliefs that shape outcomes. Most people never question those beliefs, even when they hold them back. Beyond Belief by bestselling author Nir Eyal (Indistractable, Hooked) reveals one counterintuitive truth: these
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The ADHD Advantage

What You Thought Was a Diagnosis May Be Your Greatest Strength

by Dale Archer MD ...

Why ADHD could be the key to your successFor decades physicians delivered the diagnosis of ADHD to patients as bad news and warned them about a lifelong struggle of managing symptoms. But The ADHD Advantage explodes this outlook, showing that some of the most highly successful entrepreneurs, leaders, and entertainers have reached the pinnacle of success not in spite of their ADHD but because of it ... Read more

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Why ADHD could be the key to your successFor decades physicians delivered the diagnosis of ADHD to patients as bad news and warned them about a lifelong struggle of managing symptoms. But The ADHD Advantage explodes this outlook, showing that some of the most highly successful entrepreneurs, leaders, and entertainers have reached the pinnacle of success not in spite of their ADHD but because of it
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Still Bobbi

Lessons on Building a Beautiful Life

by Bobbi Brown ...

“Feeling stuck? You need to read this book…Let [Bobbi’s] powerful story be your reminder that you don’t need permission and you don’t have to feel ready. You just have to start.” —Mel RobbinsBobbi Brown, iconic and innovative makeup maven and beauty entrepreneur, shares her personal story of invention and reinvention in her captivating first memoir.Beauty mogul and visionary Bobbi Brown changed ... Read more

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“Feeling stuck? You need to read this book…Let [Bobbi’s] powerful story be your reminder that you don’t need permission and you don’t have to feel ready. You just have to start.” —Mel RobbinsBobbi Brown, iconic and innovative makeup maven and beauty entrepreneur, shares her personal story of invention and reinvention in her captivating first memoir.Beauty mogul and visionary Bobbi Brown changed
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It Takes What It Takes

How to Think Neutrally and Gain Control of Your Life

by Trevor Moawad, Andy Staples ...

Foreword by Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell WilsonFrom a top mental conditioning coach—"the world’s best brain trainer” (Sports Illustrated)—who has transformed the lives and careers of elite athletes, business leaders, and military personnel, battle-tested strategies that will give you tools to manage and overcome negativity and achieve any goal.He knows how to win.More, he knows the many ... Read more

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Foreword by Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell WilsonFrom a top mental conditioning coach—"the world’s best brain trainer” (Sports Illustrated)—who has transformed the lives and careers of elite athletes, business leaders, and military personnel, battle-tested strategies that will give you tools to manage and overcome negativity and achieve any goal.He knows how to win.More, he knows the many
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Leadership and the One Minute Manager

Increasing Effectiveness Through Situational Leadership II

by Ken Blanchard, Patricia Zigarmi, Drea Zigarmi ...

This updated edition of management guru Ken Blanchard’s classic work Leadership and the One Minute Manager teaches leaders the world-renowned method of developing self-reliance in those they manage: SLII®.In Leadership and the One Minute Manager you’ll learn why tailoring management styles to individual employees is so important for effective performance management; why knowing when to delegate, ... Read more

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This updated edition of management guru Ken Blanchard’s classic work Leadership and the One Minute Manager teaches leaders the world-renowned method of developing self-reliance in those they manage: SLII®.In Leadership and the One Minute Manager you’ll learn why tailoring management styles to individual employees is so important for effective performance management; why knowing when to delegate,
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Do This Before Bed

Simple 5-Minute Practices That Will Change Your Life

by Oliver Nino ...

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER! • Simple yet life-changing practices to transform your nightly routine, bringing better sleep, calm, energy and focus—and opening a gateway to abundance.Whatever we focus on before we go to sleep sets the pace for how we experience each new day. Quieting the mind from stress, fear, anger and anxiety before bed doesn’t just help us sleep better—it allows us to set clear ... Read more

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NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER! • Simple yet life-changing practices to transform your nightly routine, bringing better sleep, calm, energy and focus—and opening a gateway to abundance.Whatever we focus on before we go to sleep sets the pace for how we experience each new day. Quieting the mind from stress, fear, anger and anxiety before bed doesn’t just help us sleep better—it allows us to set clear
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A Little Book on the Human Shadow

by Robert Bly ...

Robert Bly, renowned poet and author of the ground-breaking bestseller Iron John, mingles essay and verse in this profound work of mythology and Jungian psychology to explore the Shadow—the dark side of the human personality—and the importance of this inner work in confronting it.What happens when we ignore the parts of ourselves we’ve locked away?The Long Bag We Drag Behind Us: Discover Bly’s ... Read more

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Robert Bly, renowned poet and author of the ground-breaking bestseller Iron John, mingles essay and verse in this profound work of mythology and Jungian psychology to explore the Shadow—the dark side of the human personality—and the importance of this inner work in confronting it.What happens when we ignore the parts of ourselves we’ve locked away?The Long Bag We Drag Behind Us: Discover Bly’s
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Creative Mind and Success

Your guide to the law of attraction

by Ernest Holmes ...

Creative Mind and Success focuses on how the power of positive thinking can better your life, but it has more of a focus on financial well-being. Discover how 'right thinking' can help you achieve success! This spirited guide by Earnest will show you how to – attain strength and control thought, attract friends and use the imagination, achieve independence and prosperity. This book will help you ... Read more

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Creative Mind and Success focuses on how the power of positive thinking can better your life, but it has more of a focus on financial well-being. Discover how 'right thinking' can help you achieve success! This spirited guide by Earnest will show you how to – attain strength and control thought, attract friends and use the imagination, achieve independence and prosperity. This book will help you
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The Let Them Theory

A Life-Changing Tool That Millions of People Can't Stop Talking About

by Mel Robbins, Sawyer Robbins ...

**Over 11 Million Copies Sold!#1 Most Sold Book of 2025#1 New York Times Bestseller#1 Sunday Times Bestseller#1 Amazon Bestseller#1 Audible BestsellerA Life-Changing Tool Millions of People Can’t Stop Talking About**What if the key to happiness, success, and love was as simple as two words?If you've ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or frustrated with where you are, the problem isn't you. The problem ... Read more

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**Over 11 Million Copies Sold!#1 Most Sold Book of 2025#1 New York Times Bestseller#1 Sunday Times Bestseller#1 Amazon Bestseller#1 Audible BestsellerA Life-Changing Tool Millions of People Can’t Stop Talking About**What if the key to happiness, success, and love was as simple as two words?If you've ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or frustrated with where you are, the problem isn't you. The problem
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Drownproof

Eight Life Lessons to Keep Your Head Above Water

by Andy Stumpf ...

**AN INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERFeaturing a foreword by Jocko Willink!**A motivational guide to success and leadership based on the author's experience as a Navy SEAL.Drawing from his extensive military career, renowned Navy SEAL Andy Stumpf shares his hard-earned wisdom by reflecting on his own journey and offering advice to empower readers to avoid costly mistakes and navigate the ... Read more

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**AN INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERFeaturing a foreword by Jocko Willink!**A motivational guide to success and leadership based on the author's experience as a Navy SEAL.Drawing from his extensive military career, renowned Navy SEAL Andy Stumpf shares his hard-earned wisdom by reflecting on his own journey and offering advice to empower readers to avoid costly mistakes and navigate the
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Tiny Habits

The Small Changes That Change Everything

by BJ Fogg ...

New York Times Bestseller | A habit expert from Stanford University shares his breakthrough method for building habits quickly and easily. With Tiny Habits you’ll increase productivity by tapping into positive emotions to create a happier and healthier life. Dr. Fogg’s new and extremely practical method of behavior design picks up where Atomic Habits left off.“There are many great books on the ... Read more

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New York Times Bestseller | A habit expert from Stanford University shares his breakthrough method for building habits quickly and easily. With Tiny Habits you’ll increase productivity by tapping into positive emotions to create a happier and healthier life. Dr. Fogg’s new and extremely practical method of behavior design picks up where Atomic Habits left off.“There are many great books on the
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Make Your Bed

Little Things That Can Change Your Life...And Maybe the World

by Admiral William H. McRaven ...

**Based on a Navy SEAL's inspiring graduation speech, this #1 New York Times bestseller is full of of powerful, life-changing lessons."Should be read by every leader in America" —Wall Street Journal**If you want to change the world, start off by making your bed.On May 17, 2014, Admiral William H. McRaven addressed the graduating class of the University of Texas at Austin on their Commencement day. ... Read more

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**Based on a Navy SEAL's inspiring graduation speech, this #1 New York Times bestseller is full of of powerful, life-changing lessons."Should be read by every leader in America" —Wall Street Journal**If you want to change the world, start off by making your bed.On May 17, 2014, Admiral William H. McRaven addressed the graduating class of the University of Texas at Austin on their Commencement day.
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Sun and Steel

by Yukio Mishima ...

In this fascinating document, one of Japan's best known-and controversial-writers created what might be termed a new literary form. It is new because it combines elements of many existing types of writing, yet in the end fits into none of them.At one level, it may be read as an account of how a puny, bookish boy discovered the importance of his own physical being; the "sun and steel" of the title ... Read more

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In this fascinating document, one of Japan's best known-and controversial-writers created what might be termed a new literary form. It is new because it combines elements of many existing types of writing, yet in the end fits into none of them.At one level, it may be read as an account of how a puny, bookish boy discovered the importance of his own physical being; the "sun and steel" of the title
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