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Author
Publisher
Portfolio/Penguin
Pub. Date
2014.
Physical Desc
xvi, 201 pages ; 19 cm
Language
English
Description
A guide not just for overcoming the obstacles that hold us back-but for using them for great benefit The great Athenian orator Demosthenes was born with a crippling speech impediment and was robbed of his inheritance by cruel guardians. Samuel Zemurray was a poor roadside fruit peddler pitted against the behemoth United Fruit Company. Ulysses S. Grant found himself stuck across the Mississippi river, desperately trying to break into the impenetrable...
Author
Publisher
Wiley
Pub. Date
c2012
Physical Desc
xv, 128 p. ; 19 cm.
Language
English
Description
A practical guidebook to managing a stellar staff of high-achieversThe Best Damn Management Book Ever teaches managers, executives, and business owners how to create a staff of self-motivated, confident, high-achieving, self-starters. Acclaimed author of The Best Damn Sales Book Ever, Warren Greshes draws from years of experience to offer practical, easy-to-implement steps explained through entertaining, informative real-life stories. Learn to communicate...
Author
Publisher
Blackstone Audio
Pub. Date
2012.
Physical Desc
4 audio discs (258 min.) : digital ; 4 3/4 in. + Includes: 1 CD (digital ; 4 3/4 in.)
Language
English
Description
Born to Win compresses four decades of life-changing tools and practices into one inspiring, concise, easy-to-use format for people who want to grow and improve the whole spectrum of their lives now. Zig Ziglar's whole-person, balanced-living approach to life has inspired millions to enjoy good health, a new depth of love and gratitude for family and friends, financial security and independence, and spiritual peace of mind.
Author
Publisher
North Star Way
Pub. Date
2017.
Physical Desc
xii, 226 pages ; 22 cm
Language
English
Description
Celebrity nutrition and fitness expert and four-time New York Times bestselling author, JJ Virgin reveals how one life-altering event taught her to tap into an indomitable mindset, trust her instincts and defy the odds, ultimately saving her son's life...and her own. She'll share the lessons she learned that can help you create your own resilient mindset--
Author
Publisher
Atria Books
Pub. Date
2011
Physical Desc
xiv, 240 p. ; 23 cm.
Language
English
Description
Betsy Myers, former Executive Director of the Center for Public Leadership at Harvard, Clinton administration insider and COO of the Obama campaign, offers 7 key principles for becoming a leader in every aspect of your life, and the secrets for inspiring and motivating others toward greater collaboration and action--
Author
Publisher
Viking
Pub. Date
[2023]
Physical Desc
290 pages : illustrations, charts ; 24 cm
Language
English
Description
"We live in a world that's obsessed with talent. We celebrate gifted students in school, natural athletes in sports, and child prodigies in music. But admiring people who start out with innate advantages leads us to overlook the distance we ourselves can travel. We underestimate the range of skills that we can learn and the amount of ground that we can gain. When opportunity doesn't knock, there are ways to to build a door. Hidden Potential offers...
Author
Publisher
Center Street
Pub. Date
[2018]
Physical Desc
xii, 178 pages ; 21 cm
Language
English
Description
Have you ever wondered why some people seem to catch all the breaks and win over and over again? What do the super successful know? What is standing between you and your wildest dreams? The Book of Mistakes will take you on an inspiring journey, following an ancient manuscript with powerful lessons that will transform your life. You'll meet David, a young man who with each passing day is more disheartened and stressed. Despite a decent job, apartment,...
10) The choice point: the scientifically proven method to push past mental walls and achieve your goals
Author
Publisher
Hachette Go, an imprint of Hachette Books, Hachette Book Group
Pub. Date
2023.
Physical Desc
xi, 256 pages : illustrations ; 22 cm
Language
English
Description
Using Functional Imagery Training (FIT), which is grounded in science, this step-by-step guide from the British psychologist who helped develop FIT and an experienced therapist and coach provides tools to achieve peak performance by helping us get to the root of our motivation and become drivers of our own minds.
Publisher
Kanopy Streaming
Pub. Date
2014.
Physical Desc
1 online resource (1 video file, approximately 105 min.) : digital, .flv file, sound
Language
English
Description
Play and learning at school follows the fascinating interactions of a class of primary school children. It's towards the end of reception year and they are settled and confident. Purposeful play is seen in abundance as we get to know individuals and see what motivates them. Watching them closely, it is evident that five year olds are capable of fantastic self-directed play that supports their development. All the prime and specific areas of the revised...
Author
Publisher
Sasquatch Books
Pub. Date
[2023]
Physical Desc
167 pages ; 22 cm
Language
English
Description
"Clinical psychologist and parent-child relationship specialist Dr. Emily Kline offers a set of five easy-to-learn, clinically proven techniques to improve communication between young adults and their parents. Based in based a methodology known as Motivational Interviewing, these techniques focus on elucidating young people's own thoughts and motivations, rather than trying to impose parental views upon them"--
Author
Publisher
Avery, an imprint of Penguin Random House
Pub. Date
[2023]
Physical Desc
xi, 209 pages ; 24 cm
Language
English
Description
"Millions of people became part of Michael Oher's story when they watched a version of him on the big screen; read his memoir, I Beat the Odds; or cheered him on from the stands. After speaking to so many of them over the years, Oher knows that more than anything, people want to believe great things can happen, even when the situation looks bleak. His story of overcoming the toughest of odds serves as their hope. Oher's life has had a lot of unexpected...
Publisher
Kanopy Streaming
Pub. Date
2014.
Physical Desc
1 online resource (1 video file, approximately 65 min.) : digital, .flv file, sound
Language
English
Description
Toddlers thrive outside. The special nature of the outdoors suits their interests down to the ground, yet for this age group the value of play is probably least understood. This captivating footage shows clearly what's so special about the outdoors and why it's essential for toddlers. It also shows how and why adults are so vital to their experiences outside. By following six one year olds as they play outside, this film illustrates the rich experiences...
Publisher
Kanopy Streaming
Pub. Date
2014.
Physical Desc
1 online resource (1 video file, approximately 62 min.) : digital, .flv file, sound
Language
English
Description
What is it that really motivates two year olds? How do they learn best and how can we help them achieve their full potential? Through observing what children are interested in at this stage of their lives this film gives real insight into why spending time outdoors is essential for their holistic development. Following six children of gradually increasing ages we'll see that movement is still an intrinsic part of learning for this age group. As the...
Author
Publisher
Viz Media
Pub. Date
2009
Physical Desc
v. : chiefly ill. ; 21 cm.
Language
English
Description
To fight apathy and lack of motivation in society, the government has started randomly selecting citizens to die within 24 hours of notification. They believe this will help remind all people how important it is to be an active, productive member of society.
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