Discover the truth behind traditional Silicon Valley "wisdom" in this must-read book by the founder of a $45 million/year business. Rand Fishkin, former CEO of Moz, exposes the ups and downs of startup life, including how a minimally viable product can be destructive if launched too early, growth hacking initiatives can fizzle quickly, and revenue won't protect you from layoffs. Fishkin's hard-won lessons are applicable to any business environment, making this book a valuable resource for CEOs and employees alike.

A Painfully Honest Field Guide to the Startup World

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Discover the transformative power of the Japanese concept of wabi sabi with this captivating guide. Learn to appreciate imperfection, embrace simplicity, and accept the transient nature of life. Filled with profound wisdom, this book will help you find joy and inspiration in every aspect of your life, from reconnecting with nature to aging with grace.

Japanese Wisdom for a Perfectly Imperfect Life

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Learn how to live a less anxious, more meaningful life with insights from a former monk turned social media influencer in this inspiring book. Drawing on ancient wisdom and his own experiences, the author shares practical steps to overcome negative thoughts and habits, sharpen focus, improve relationships, and tap into our hidden abilities to give back to the world. Discover how to reduce stress and increase self-discipline with the invaluable insights of a true game-changer in the world of media. Think Like a Monk and unlock your true potential.

Train Your Mind for Peace and Purpose Every Day

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"The Money Tree" is a captivating tale about Jake Aarons, a man facing eviction, overdue student loans, and job uncertainty. In search of answers, he attends a group meeting where members aim to create a lucrative side hustle with a limited budget. Over several weeks, Jake undertakes a series of challenges, learning the untapped skills needed to control his finances and his life. Using a compelling story, author Chris Guillebeau shares a core insight that hard work and stepping outside your comfort zone can create your financial destiny.

A Story About Finding the Fortune in Your Own Backyard

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Discover why nobody seems to be listening in a world where constant digital communication should have made it easier than ever before. Kate Murphy delves deep into the reasons behind this phenomenon and its effect on our mental health, social skills, and tolerance levels. Drawing on psychology, neuroscience, and sociology, she introduces us to some of the best listeners out there and shares practical tips on how we can all become better listeners. It's time to stop talking and start listening.

What You're Missing and Why It Matters

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Discover the secrets to achieving greater happiness with The Little Book of Lykke. Join the happiness revolution as Meik Wiking takes readers on a journey to uncover the unique approaches to leading a contented life from cultures around the world. Drawing on his work at the Happiness Research Institute in Copenhagen, Meik identifies the six factors which explain the majority of differences in happiness across the world and explores what actions we can take to become happier. With warmth and wit, this global roadmap for joy offers a new approach to achieving everyday happiness that not only improves our own lives but helps us build better communities and a better world.

Secrets of the World's Happiest People (The Happiness Institute Series)

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"Make Time" is a game-changing book from the New York Times bestselling authors of Sprint. It offers a simple 4-step system that helps readers improve their focus, find greater joy in their work, and get more out of every day. This book explores the exhaustion of constant busyness and offers customizable tips and strategies to help readers optimize their energy, focus, and time. With Make Time, readers can break free from the hamster wheel and intentionally make time for the things that matter most.

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