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  Rich Like Them - My Door-to-Door...

  Ryan D'Agostino

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  Ryan D'Agostino wanted to know how the extremely wealthy in America got that way. So he asked. Knocking on 500 doors in twenty neighborhoods in the most affluent ZIP codes in America, D'Agostino met with fifty regular (but very rich) men and women who welcomed him in and shared some of their most difficult financial decisions, toughest setbacks, greatest strategies, most triumphant moments, and deepest insights into what it means to have money. D'Agostino covers a range of businesses, from real estate, flower selling, and credit card processing to art dealing, advertising, and even bookselling, gleaning lessons from which everyone can benefit. 
   
  In Rich Like Them, D'Agostino weaves together what he learned and organizes the text with maxims for achieving wealth, including "Never let pride get in the way of profit" and "When you fail miserably, rejoice." Filled with inspiring stories and straight-up advice, Rich Like Them is a lively and practical get-rich guide that any reader can follow.

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  The Author Estate Handbook - How...

  M.L. Ronn

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  The definitive guide to estate planning for authors—now available in audiobook and large print! 
  If you died tomorrow, would your books survive you? 
  It's so easy to focus on writing and marketing. You’re so busy building a writing business, but you know that if you don’t plan on what will happen after your death, everything you’re building won’t matter. 
  Yet, you probably don’t know where to start.  
  This book will help you get your affairs in order, understand estate planning basics, and make a plan so that you can create a legacy that will continue making money for your family long after you're gone.Get organized once and for all--quickly and painlesslyAvoid the top 10 estate-ending mistakesLearn how to gather all your affairs in one placeDiscover key talking points to bring up with your estate planning attorney that no one else will tell you about 
  From passwords to bank accounts to book retailer accounts, this book will hold your hand through the process of getting your ducks in a row. 
  This book will help you get more organized and help your heirs make more money from your books. It'll give you a fighting chance at preserving the amazing legacy you're already building.  
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  Hired - Six Months Undercover in...

  James Bloodworth

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  From the Orwellian reach of an Amazon warehouse to the time trials of a council care worker and the grim reality behind the glossy Uber App, Hired is a clear-eyed analysis of a divided nation and a riveting dispatch from the very frontline of low-wage Britain. 
  We all define ourselves by our profession. But what if our job was demeaning, poorly paid, and tedious? Cracking open Britain's divisions journalist James Bloodworth spends six months living and working across Britain, taking on the country's most gruelling jobs. He lives on the meagre proceeds and discovers the anxieties and hopes of those he encounters, including working-class British, young students striving to make ends meet, and Eastern European immigrants. From the Staffordshire Amazon warehouse to the taxi-cabs of Uber, Bloodworth narrates how traditional working-class communities have been decimated by the move to soulless service jobs with no security, advancement or satisfaction. This is a gripping examination of Brexit Britain, a divided nation which needs to understand the true reality of how other people live and work before it can heal. 
  'A very discomforting book, no matter what your politics might be... very good' Sunday Times 
  'Potent, disturbing and revelatory' Evening Standard

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  Communicate to Influence - How...

  Kelly Decker, Ben Decker

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  "The gold standard for communication training programs." 
   
  -USA Today 
   
   
   
   
   
  Business communication sucks. At each meeting and presentation, we are inundated with information, leaving us thirsting for inspiration. Sure, we will check off an action item because we have to . . . but what if we were actually inspired to do something? What if we were so moved that we wanted to do it? 
   
   
  Leaders must earn the license to lead. Not by expertise, authority, or title alone, but by influence. In Communicate to Influence, you will learn the secrets of the Decker Method-a framework that has been perfected over the past 36 years. Ben and Kelly Decker add fresh insights to these proven principles so that you can ignite change and inspire action. Discover: 
   
  The Five White Lies of Communicating: learn which barriers prevent you from getting better 
   
  The Communicator's Roadmap: use a tool to visually chart what type of communication experience you create 
   
  The Behaviors of Trust: align what you say with how you say it to better connect with your audience 
   
  The Decker Grid: shift your message from self-centered, all about me content to relevant, audience-centered content that drives action 
   
   
   
   
  You are called to communicate well. Not only on the main stage, under bright lights, but every time you speak with your colleagues, your clients, and other stakeholders. It's time to learn how. Stop informing. Start inspiring. 
   
   
  BEN DECKER & KELLY DECKER are the leading experts in the field of business communication. They consult on messaging, cultivate executive presence among the leadership of Fortune 500companies and startups alike, and regularly deliver keynotes to large audiences. Together, they run Decker Communications, a global firm that trains and coaches tens of thousands of executives a year. Ben and Kelly live in the San Francisco Bay Area, where they constantly test and refine communication techniques with their most demanding audience, their three boys.

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  The First Kudu - Building a tech...

  Ben Shaw, Lorne Hallendorff

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  From 'naughty lists' to sprinting swans, wandering ducks to Amarula-based incentives, The First Kudu takes you on the roller coaster ride of a start-up, and dives into real learnings along the way.
  The narrative invites you to journey through the chaos with the young team and unpacks in gritty detail what goes into building a tech start-up – with stories of fun and failure honestly told in equal measure.
  The First Kudu tells the story of HouseME, a rental technology company founded in South Africa that grew to 34 employees and 50 000 registered users, processing hundreds of millions of rands each year. The company won awards, raised several rounds of funding and was sought after by competitors.
  It was exciting.
  It was excellent.
  And then …
  It was dead.
  Ben Shaw (former CEO) and Lorne Hallendorff (former COO) provide a whirlwind tour of what goes into building a start-up at the southern tip of Africa and what they would do differently, were they to do it again.

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  Distributed Ledger Technology -...

  SAM CAMPBELL

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  “Distributed Ledger Technology" is the definitive guide for anyone looking to grasp the complex world of distributed ledger technology (DLT). 
  Key features of the book include:Understanding the Basics: An introduction to the fundamental concepts of distributed ledgers, including the technology's origins, how it works, and key terminology.Blockchain and Beyond: A deep dive into blockchain, the most recognized form of DLT, and an exploration of other types of distributed ledgers, highlighting their unique features and applications.Cryptography in DLT: An explanation of the role of cryptography in ensuring the security and integrity of transactions on a distributed ledger.Consensus Mechanisms: A detailed look at how distributed networks achieve agreement on the validity of transactions, covering various consensus mechanisms such as Proof of Work, Proof of Stake, and others.Smart Contracts: An introduction to smart contracts, self-executing contracts with the terms of the agreement directly written into code, and their potential to automate and streamline processes.DLT in Practice: Examination of real-world applications of DLT across various sectors, showcasing how this technology is being used to solve longstanding issues and create new opportunities.Challenges and Considerations: Discussion of the challenges facTing DLT adoption, including scalability, regulatory hurdles, and privacy concerns, along with potential solutions.The Future of DLT: Insights into emerging trends, future applications, and the potential societal impacts of widespread DLT adoption. 
  This book will deepen your understanding and spark your imagination about the possibilities of a more decentralized and transparent digital future.

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