Its the Universal dream start a company, make a ... more

Its the Universal dream start a company, make a fortune, and retire early. Google founders Larry Page and Sergey Brin struck gold with their search engine. That vein of gold just gets richer and richer.How did these young men and their company become so successful so quickly? How did they influence the world to such a degree that the name of their company and the act of using their search engine become a household word? How did they gain the attention of over half of the people in the world searching for information, leaving their competitors in the dust? These are some of the questions this book answers.What started as a graduate school project with the goal of perfecting how people search for information on the World Wide Web grew into a company that shook not only the world of search but dramatically changed the worlds of advertising and communication. It changed the lives of those who use Google and who depend on it for research, news, quick answers, shopping, communication, and collaboration. It has even changed how we are able to view and explore our entire planet as we marvel at and take advantage of the satellite images provided by Google Earth. No one can deny: Google has changed the world.... less

Bill Scotts The Skills of Negotiating - is the be... more

Bill Scotts The Skills of Negotiating - is the bestselling book developed and tested with some 400 negotiators from different types of business, in different countries provides a framework on negotiation. It covers key areas such as building a business, cordial climate for negotiations, a disciplined approach to preparation, and the skills of leading and structuring a negotiation towards agreement, and presenting a range of techniques and tactics designed to give immediate advantage.... less

Optimal Investing will show you in a step-by-step... more

Optimal Investing will show you in a step-by-step process how to design, construct, monitor and rebalance your optimal portfolio. After you have learned the theory you will be able to apply it to your unique situation and under all market conditions.... less

Have you ever wondered why you dream of falling, ... more

Have you ever wondered why you dream of falling, or flying? Do you sometimes dream that you are naked in a public place? Do you suffer from nightmares, or perhaps dream of bizarre situations and encounters that are totally out of character? What do these dreams really mean?The only person truly qualified to interpret your own dreams is you. With Dr. Scotts help you can learn to read the symbolism and understand the significance of your own dreams with skill and accuracy. In Interpret Your Dreams she explains that dreams are a night-time reaction to what is happening to you by day, as well as to external and intrinsic stimuli. Using this knowledge, you can learn to respond effectively to the messages your body and mind are relaying through your dreams. You can eradicate anxiety dreams and nightmares, and you can gain peace of mind so as to function better in the daytime.... less

Nirvana is the state of grace where there is no l... more

Nirvana is the state of grace where there is no longer any physical suffering, mental anguish, or unanswered questions. A grand and mind boggling concept bigger almost than our ability to understand it. Yet, truly, small enough to package in a nutshell because Nirvana is as we are, a truth we can let ourselves experience. Scott Shaw brings Nirvana home with 157 brief, spirited, inspiring meditations on the true presence of Nirvana.Let go of your desires, begin to embrace inner peace, and Nirvana will not be so distant, so desired, so far off. It will be who you are.Nirvana in a Nutshell helps us see that enlightenment is a gift, a gift readily available for everyone right here, right now. This is a cautionary book: Nobody can give you Nirvana. This is an encouraging book: Its a gift you give yourself. This book is a small book that is liable to render big changes in how you see the world and how it sees you. Youll want to turn to it over and over again.... less

100 WAYS GREAT LEADERS GET INSANE RESULTS draws o... more

100 WAYS GREAT LEADERS GET INSANE RESULTS draws on the success of live workshops, seminars, and personal coaching programs on communications and leadership. These seminars, done for such organizations as Banner Health, General Dynamics, Scripps Hospital, Wells Fargo Banks, Bristol-Myers Squibb, and M&I Banks, appeal to managers, teachers, parents, CEOs, and coaches everywhere. The first step in motivating others is for you, if youre the leader wanting the motivation, to realize that if theres a problem, Im the problem. Once you truly get that, then you can use these 100 ways. After youve learned to motivate yourself, Steve and Scott will help you learn: How to slow down and enjoy a new level of focus Why multitasking is a myth, not a strength, and keeping life simple and straightforward is the goal The power of building on your peoples strengths How to avoid the damaging inclination to obsess about peoples weaknesses A simple and creative way to hold people accountable How to enjoy cultivating the art of supportive confrontationThis book inspires extremely tough-minded leadership that gives the gift of clarity and vision to every person following the leader.... less

People are difficult to read. It can take years b... more

People are difficult to read. It can take years before you truly understand a persons motivations, intentions, or personality traits. However, when you learn to analyze someones handwriting, you can discover all this and more. Simply follow the procedures in Handwriting Analysis, if you take a sample of anyones handwriting you can do a complete analysis of that persons character and personality. With clear, concise explanations and thorough treatment of the many aspects of graphology, this book is a valuable learning tools for all those interested.... less

This is an exciting story of the adventures of kn... more

This is an exciting story of the adventures of knights and their followers in England ruled by King Richard, the Lion Heart. It is a dangerous time for the country because the noble king is away fighting enemies in a foreign land; while at home, his greedy dissatisfied brother is plotting to grab the throne. There are those who have no morals and are quick to change loyalties, tempted by power and money. But there are also those who will die for a cause, for their King and their country. Such a loyal subject is Ivanhoe who struggles to fight for the truth, and faces the worst enemies in a life devoted to his King.... less

The Skills of Communicating is rarely an inherite... more

The Skills of Communicating is rarely an inherited gift that needs hard work and practice, based on an understanding of the relevant techniques. This book meant for managers at all level, incorporates material tested in seminars throughout the world from many thousands of experienced managers and professionals. Using examples from business life, it covers speaking, listening, writing and reading and shows how to make the most of meetings and interviews. The result is a readable, thought-provoking and above all practical guide to the most important management skill of all.... less

A powerful legal thriller featuring the hero of A... more

A powerful legal thriller featuring the hero of An Innocent Client, Joe Dillard - Prosecutor Joe Dillard watched in shock as friend and fellow lawyer Ray Miller was pushed to the brink of suicide in the court of Judge Leonard Green. So when Joe arrives at a crime scene to see Green swinging from a tree, it is duty rather than remorse that drives him to catch the killer. But soon the investigation takes Joe away from the halls of justice into his own home. And he's not sure he can face the answer he'll find...... less