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This classic, bestselling self-help book offers rock-solid advice for personal and professional success. With over 15 million copies sold, the principles in this book have helped famous people reach new heights in their careers and personal lives. Discover the six ways to make people like you, the twelve ways to win people to your way of thinking, and the nine ways to change people without arousing resentment. Perfect for anyone looking to achieve maximum potential in the competitive modern age.
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Discover the science of compliance in this captivating book that uncovers the factors that influence people to say "yes" to a request. Scholarly research is combined with real-life techniques and strategies gathered from sales, fundraising, advertising, and other positions that commonly use compliance tactics. The author has organized the tactics into six categories based on psychological principles: reciprocation, consistency, social proof, liking, authority, and scarcity. Widely used in both classes and the business world, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in the power of persuasion.
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The Way of the Superior Man
A Spiritual Guide to Mastering the Challenges of Women, Work, and Sexual Desire
This book delves into spirituality, relationships, and sexual desire to provide practical insights for men struggling with challenges in these areas. The author encourages men to move beyond toxic masculinity and the overly-sensitive archetype to embrace a fuller expression of consciousness and love. A classic that remains relevant today, this book is a must-read for any man seeking to give his best to the world.
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"The 50th Law" is a groundbreaking guide that teaches readers how to move freely between the street and corporate worlds to achieve success in the twenty-first century. Written by Robert Greene of "The 48 Laws of Power" fame and rapper 50 Cent, this book draws upon the wisdom of gangsters, hustlers, and hip-hop artists to provide insight on becoming a master strategist and supreme realist. Learn how seeking an advantage in every encounter can lead to success in both business and life.
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Explore the roller-coaster life and searingly intense personality of a creative entrepreneur whose passion for perfection and ferocious drive revolutionized six industries in this exclusive New York Times bestselling biography. Based on over forty interviews with the subject and over a hundred interviews with colleagues, friends, adversaries, and family members, this riveting story delves into the demons that drove this innovative icon to both great success and deep despair. From personal computers to digital publishing, he connected creativity with technology to create value, leaving a legacy that is both instructive and cautionary.
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This insightful book by Daniel Goleman explores the importance of emotional intelligence in determining success, happiness, and overall well-being. Goleman offers a new perspective on the role of our "two minds" - the rational and the emotional - and reveals the five crucial skills of emotional intelligence. Through vivid examples, readers will gain a deeper understanding of how emotional intelligence impacts relationships, work, and physical health. The best part? Emotional literacy can be developed at any point in life, making this a must-read for parents, teachers, business leaders, and anyone interested in personal growth.
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Drew HoustonA timeless masterpiece on military strategy based on ancient Chinese warfare and thought, The Art of War has been adapted for use in politics, business, and everyday life. Widely read and respected for centuries, this book provides tactics and insights that help gain advantage over opponents, whether in the boardroom or on the battlefield.
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Social Intelligence delves into the latest research regarding our innate and integral need to connect with one another. Daniel Goleman explores the importance of interpersonal relationships, from our closest family and friends to even strangers we encounter daily. He explains the profound biological impact of our social interactions and how they can affect everything from our immune system to our genes. Goleman also discusses the basis of charisma, sexual attraction, and detects lies. He explores both the light and dark sides of social intelligence, ultimately showcasing the profound capacity for empathy, cooperation, and altruism that humans possess.
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The Education of Millionaires
Everything You Won't Learn in College About How to Be Successful
Upgrade your mind and your life with this book that will teach you how to unlock the education available outside of classes all around you. Discover the power of self-education from this essential guide.
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Explore the fascinating world of rapid change with 59 Seconds, a myth-busting book that offers science-backed tips and tricks to improve your life. Bestselling author and psychologist Richard Wiseman debunks the harmful exercises promoted in the self-help industry and provides insightful advice on becoming more decisive, imaginative, engaged, and happy. With infectious enthusiasm, Wiseman describes the quirky techniques that can transform everything from mood to memory, persuasion to procrastination, resilience to relationships. Discover the power of the scientific community and how a mere minute can make a world of difference.
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Jeff AtwoodDiscover the world's most famous master plan for seizing and holding power in this prophetic work on leadership. Written by an ousted political leader in 1512, The Prince is a disturbingly realistic guide for those seeking to rule - without being encumbered by ordinary ethical and moral values. From the qualities of successful presidents to the art of manipulation, this small sixteenth-century masterpiece has been essential reading for every student of government and is the ultimate book on power politics.
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