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One of the most inspiring and impactful books ever written, The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People has captivated readers for nearly three decades. It has transformed the lives of presidents and CEOs, educators and parents--millions of people of all ages and occupations. Now, this 30th anniversary edition of the timeless classic commemorates the wisdom of the 7 Habits with modern additions from Sean Covey.

The 7 Habits have become famous and are integrated into everyday thinking by millions and millions of people. Why? Because they work!

With Sean Covey's added takeaways on how the habits can be used in our modern age, the wisdom of the 7 Habits will be refreshed for a new generation of leaders.

They include:
Habit 1: Be Proactive
Habit 2: Begin with the End in Mind
Habit 3: Put First Things First
Habit 4: Think Win/Win
Habit 5: Seek First to Understand, Then to Be Understood
Habit 6: Synergize
Habit 7: Sharpen the Saw

This beloved classic presents a principle-centered approach for solving both personal and professional problems. With penetrating insights and practical anecdotes, Stephen R. Covey reveals a step-by-step pathway for living with fairness, integrity, honesty, and human dignity--principles that give us the security to adapt to change and the wisdom and power to take advantage of the opportunities that change creates.

Basic Economics is a citizen's guide to economics, written for those who want to understand how the economy works but have no interest in jargon or equations. Bestselling economist Thomas Sowell explains the general principles underlying different economic systems: capitalist, socialist, feudal, and so on. In readable language, he shows how to critique economic policies in terms of the incentives they create, rather than the goals they proclaim. With clear explanations of the entire field, from rent control and the rise and fall of businesses to the international balance of payments, this is the first book for anyone who wishes to understand how the economy functions.

This fifth edition includes a new chapter explaining the reasons for large differences of wealth and income between nations.

Drawing on lively examples from around the world and from centuries of history, Sowell explains basic economic principles for the general public in plain English.

Step through the quaint bell-clad door of memory lane and into the bustling aisles of a time-honored corner grocery store, where the scent of fresh produce and the warmth of genuine customer care lingered in the air. 'Corner Grocery Store Principles' is not just a book; it's a treasure chest of timeless wisdom, woven from the very fabric of family legacy and entrepreneurial spirit that powered the quintessential family-owned business.

In the pages of this inspiring journey, the author unravels the yarn of their family's corner store, artfully stitching the vibrant tapestry of customer service philosophies and the enduring 'Family Business Mindset'. Each chapter is a principle; a tried-and-tested maxim that champions the power of presence, the merit of adaptability, and the charm of personalized service, holding paramount the humane touch in a world racing towards digital impersonality.

Witness firsthand how principles like "Leaders Must Be Present and Accounted For" and "Do Whatever It Takes to Deliver the Goods" are not just pithy sayings, but cornerstone practices that transform businesses and forge indelible relationships. Embrace the profound simplicity behind statements like "Treat Your Customer Like a Fruit or Vegetable" as you learn to discern the nuanced needs of those you serve. Realize that the crux of crisis management lies in keeping "the Aisles Clear and the Doors Open", guaranteeing resilience and recovery in the face of adversity.

For entrepreneurs who aspire to cultivate a thriving business without sacrificing soul for scale, this book serves as a beacon. For leaders yearning to craft an organization where every hand is valued, every role is pivotal, and every customer feels at home, let these grounds of proven values be your guide. Embark on a transformative voyage from a cozy corner store to grand corporate avenues, as you carry forward a legacy of love, dedication, and community connection that never goes out of style.

'Corner Grocery Store Principles' is more than a book - it's your invitation to weave the warmth of yesteryear into the fabric of a future where exceptional customer care remains the star by which businesses navigate.

When we dare to lead, we don't pretend to have the right answers; we stay curious and ask the right questions. We don't see power as finite and hoard it; we know that power becomes infinite when we share it with others. We don't avoid difficult conversations and situations; we lean into vulnerability when it's necessary to do good work.

But daring leadership in a culture defined by scarcity, fear, and uncertainty requires skill-building around traits that are deeply and uniquely human. The irony is that we're choosing not to invest in developing the hearts and minds of leaders at the exact same time as we're scrambling to figure out what we have to offer that machines and AI can't do better and faster. What can we do better? Empathy, connection, and courage, to start.

Four-time #1 New York Times bestselling author Brené Brown has spent the past two decades studying the emotions and experiences that give meaning to our lives, and the past seven years working with transformative leaders and teams spanning the globe. She found that leaders in organizations ranging from small entrepreneurial startups and family-owned businesses to nonprofits, civic organizations, and Fortune 50 companies all ask the same question:

How do you cultivate braver, more daring leaders, and how do you embed the value of courage in your culture?

In Dare to Lead, Brown uses research, stories, and examples to answer these questions in the no-BS style that millions of readers have come to expect and love.

Brown writes, "One of the most important findings of my career is that daring leadership is a collection of four skill sets that are 100 percent teachable, observable, and measurable. It's learning and unlearning that requires brave work, tough conversations, and showing up with your whole heart. Easy? No. Because choosing courage over comfort is not always our default. Worth it? Always. We want to be brave with our lives and our work. It's why we're here."

Whether you've read Daring Greatly and Rising Strong or you're new to Brené Brown's work, this book is for anyone who wants to step up and into brave leadership.

Times change. Emotions don't. In a noisy world full of quick fixes, one skill remains your strongest edge: emotional intelligence (EQ). Emotional Intelligence 2.0 has set the standard -- not just as a bestseller, but as the foundational guide trusted by millions to unlock their potential and achieve lasting success -- at work and in life.

Backed by research and trusted by Fortune 500 companies, Emotional Intelligence 2.0 has helped millions build the skills that matter most. Why? Because 90% of top performers have high EQ, and EQ is the single biggest predictor of performance.

Fully updated in 2021, this edition reflects the latest research in emotional intelligence and real-world strategies for success.

This book provides a proven, practical approach to increasing EQ using 66 time-tested strategies across the four core EQ skills:

1. Self-Awareness

2. Self-Management

3. Social Awareness

4. Relationship Management

Includes the #1 EQ Assessment Tool

Each copy includes a unique passcode to access the Emotional Intelligence Appraisal(R)

A practical, shame-free guide for navigating conversations across our differences at a time of rapid social change.

In the current period of social and political unrest, conversations about identity are becoming more frequent and more difficult. On subjects like critical race theory, gender equity in the workplace, and LGBTQ-inclusive classrooms, many of us are understandably fearful of saying the wrong thing. That fear can sometimes prevent us from speaking up at all, depriving people from marginalized groups of support and stalling progress toward a more just and inclusive society.

Kenji Yoshino and David Glasgow, founders of the Meltzer Center for Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging at NYU School of Law, are here to show potential allies that these conversations don't have to be so overwhelming. Through stories drawn from contexts as varied as social media posts, dinner party conversations, and workplace disputes, they offer seven user-friendly principles that teach skills such as how to avoid common conversational pitfalls, engage in respectful disagreement, offer authentic apologies, and better support people in our lives who experience bias.

Research-backed, accessible, and uplifting, Say the Right Thing charts a pathway out of cancel culture toward more meaningful and empathetic dialogue on issues of identity. It also gives us the practical tools to do good in our spheres of influence. Whether managing diverse teams at work, navigating issues of inclusion at college, or challenging biased comments at a family barbecue, Yoshino and Glasgow help us move from unconsciously hurting people to consciously helping them.

Discover the book that is captivating millions on TikTok and that served as the basis for one of the most popular TED Talks of all time--with more than 56 million views and counting. Over a decade ago, Simon Sinek started a movement that inspired millions to demand purpose at work, to ask what was the WHY of their organization. Since then, millions have been touched by the power of his ideas, and these ideas remain as relevant and timely as ever.

START WITH WHY asks (and answers) the questions: why are some people and organizations more innovative, more influential, and more profitable than others? Why do some command greater loyalty from customers and employees alike? Even among the successful, why are so few able to repeat their success over and over?

People like Martin Luther King Jr., Steve Jobs, and the Wright Brothers had little in common, but they all started with WHY. They realized that people won't truly buy into a product, service, movement, or idea until they understand the WHY behind it.

START WITH WHY shows that the leaders who have had the greatest influence in the world all think, act and communicate the same way--and it's the opposite of what everyone else does. Sinek calls this powerful idea The Golden Circle, and it provides a framework upon which organizations can be built, movements can be led, and people can be inspired. And it all starts with WHY.