| There are thousands of business books around that aim to improve your business skills, productivity and profitabilty. Some are fact focussed while others take a more holistic approach, setting business achievement in the context of your lifestyle. And there are more and more inspirational life-affirming books available every day. Here are a few of our favourites with a brief review and a click on the image to buy on amazon.co.uk. |
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COACH YOURSELF TO A NEW CAREER
Don't fear taking the leap into a new career with this seven step program from bestselling author and life coach Talane Miedaner. Whatever the situation or economic environment, Coach Yourself to a New Career gives you the tools to take matters into your own hands by assessing your needs and strengths, finding the right work fit, weighing options and possible sacrifices, and preparing your family for transitions. Packed with expert advice and helpful examples from her many statistical clients—as well as her own career change process—Miedaner shows how anyone can reinvent their professional life. |
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STILL 25 INSIDE
Whatever happened to all those dreams you once had? You can remember a time when you thought anything was possible, but now you've reached the mid-point of your life and maybe it feels as if you've left it too late?
Happily you're wrong, and in this book personal development expert Lindsey Agness shows you how you can make every phase of your life as good, or indeed better, than what's gone before. |
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RICH DAD POOR DAD by ROBERT T. KIYOSAKI
In the series of "Rich Dad" books there are many tips and methods for more effective life and business management. I have selected this particular book as cashflow is a currently the one thing that we have to micro-manage in these times of credt-crunch.
THE CASHFLOW QUADRANT will reveal why some people work less, earn more, pay less in taxes, and feel more financially secure than others. It is simply a matter of knowing which quadrant to work from and when, and winning the confidence of others. It should enable the reader to gain the knowledge and courage to remake themselves. |
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RICH DAD POOR DAD 2 by ROBERT T. KIYOSAKI
In the series of "Rich Dad" books there are many tips and methods for more effective life and business management. I have selected this particular book as cashflow is a currently the one thing that we have to micro-manage in these times of credt-crunch.
THE CASHFLOW QUADRANT will reveal why some people work less, earn more, pay less in taxes, and feel more financially secure than others. It is simply a matter of knowing which quadrant to work from and when, and winning the confidence of others. It should enable the reader to gain the knowledge and courage to remake themselves. |
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COACHING SKILLS FOR LEADERS IN THE WORKPLACE by JACKIE ARNOLD
Amazon Description:
Supports leaders wanting to add formal coaching skills to those used in a leadership or management role. This book provides guidance on the requirements for the Institute of Leadership and Management.
Amazon Review:
'Jackie clearly shows how to set up a robust coaching programme, explores a wealth of case studies from both the private and public sector, and writes comprehensively on coaching supervision, the importance of coaching presence and self-reflection. If you are coaching in the workplace this book is a must!' --Laura Berman Fortgang, American coaching pioneer and author
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UNLIMITED POWER by ANTHONY ROBBINS
Anthony Robbins is the world-reknowned personal and business-related motivational speaker. His range of books, CD's and tours have helped thousands of bpeople re-assess their life and goals and find the person inside us all that is strong, focussed and satisfied.
In this self-help guide shows readers step-by-step how to perform at their peak while gaining emotional and financial freedom, attaining leadership and self-confidence, and winning the confidence of others. It should enable the reader to gain the knowledge and courage to remake themselves. |
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THE BALANCED SCORECARD
Translating Strategy into Action by KAPLAN and NORTON
This is a universal corporate strategy "bible". In my experience it can be extremely effective but may be "over-kill" for the SME and entrepreneur in the developing days of business growth. Now supported by a Microsoft application,however, it is the book-by the recognized architects of the Balanced Scorecard--that shows how managers can use this revolutionary tool to mobilize their people to fulfill the company's mission.
More than just a measurement system, the Balanced Scorecard is a management system that can channel the energies, abilities, and specific knowledge held by people throughout the organization toward achieving long-term strategic goals. |
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THE MASTER KEY SYSTEM by CHARLES F. HAANDEL
Bill Gates is alleged to be a convert. I am and found this method accesible and logical. It is not your run of the mill business-in-a-box book; it requires some deeper thought but because of that is profound and inspiring. Haanel argues that everyone's subconscious is a part of the Universal Consciousness. This gives the individual access to great creative power, in any aspect of life.
The trick, therefore, is to learn how to discipline your inner world, to channel your thinking - so that inner creation is positive and your outside world develops to reflect this. |
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HOW TO BECOME A MONEY MAGNET by MARIE-CLAIRE CARLYLE
Are you working hard, only to reach a ceiling on your wealth? Are you unconsciously sabotaging your chances of having more money? This book is about attracting money easily. Marie-Claire shares with you the seven basic steps to becoming a Money Magnet. Based on her original ‘How to become a Money Magnet!’ workshop, the book is filled with case studies of real people who have taken the seven steps, as well as exercises to help you find the Money Magnet within you. |
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85 INSPIRING WAYS TO MARKET YOUR SMALL BUSINESS by JACKIE JARVIS
This book is for the many people who run their own small to medium-sized business and who want to make it grow. The book sets out to be your own, pocket, marketing consultant - without the expense. Not only does it offer some great ideas but it explains how each idea will benefit your business, what you need to do to make it work, and how you can apply it to your own business immediately. Through a series of special response questions it cleverly gets across marketing ideas in combination with the vital thinking behind their application. |
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SECRETS OF SUCCESSFUL WOMEN ENTREPRENEURS by SUE STOCKDALE
Amazon Review:
There are many successful female entrepreneurs in the UK, yet most are not well known. This book shares the inspiring stories of ten successful women with lessons on overcoming challenges, gaining motivation and turning your dreams into reality. By following the author's Seven Steps to Success, you'll be able to put what you learn to practical use. |
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7 HABITS OF HIGHLY EFFECTIVE PEOPLE by STEPHEN R COVEY
Amazon Description: This book is recognised as one of the most influential books ever written. In this seminal work, Stephen R. Covey presents a holistic, integrated, principle-centred approach for solving personal and professional problems. With penetrating insights and pointed anecdotes, 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. |
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MY BIG IDEA by RACHEL BRIDGE
30 Successful Entrepreneurs Reveal How They Found Inspiration
Review from Sir Richard Branson: Brilliantly captures the challenge of turning a big idea into a successful
business. Essential reading for every budding entrepreneur. |
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HOW TO MAKE FRIENDS AND INFLUENCE PEOPLE by DALE CARNEGIE
Amazon Description: Millions of people around the world have - and continue to - improve their lives based on the teachings of Dale Carnegie. In "How to Win Friends and Influence People", Carnegie offers practical advice and techniques, in his exuberant and conversational style, for how to get out of a mental rut and make life more rewarding. His advice has stood the test of time and will teach you how to: make friends quickly and easily; increase your popularity; win people to your way of thinking; enable you to win new clients and customers; become a better speaker and a more entertaining conversationalist; and, arouse enthusiasm among your colleagues. This book will turn around your relationships and improve your dealings with all the people in your life. |
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FEEL THE FEAR AND DO IT ANYWAY by SUSAN JEFFERS
Amazon Customer Review: This book is about the fears that we all have in our lives to some degree. Fear of failing. Fear of succeeding. Fear of decisions. Fear of aging, of loss or of helplessness. The books basic premise is, that your aim should not be to get rid of your fears. You should feel your fear, but not let it stop you from doing things you really want to do. |
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CHANGE YOUR LIFE WITH NLP by LINDSEY AGNESS
Amazon Description: Do you yearn for change in your life? Perhaps you wish your life was better organised, more fulfilling, happier and more contented. Do you put off making the changes you dream of because you’ve tried in the past, and failed? Break free from the fear of failure; fire-up your motivation, your confidence and your self-esteem; understand that you have everything you need to succeed and believe that the secret to your success lies within you. Change Your Life with NLP will show you how you can make the changes to your life that you want – with amazing results. |
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QUANTUM NLP by CHRISTIANE TURNER
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THE SECRET by RHONDA BYRNE
This book is simply stunning. Anyone can access its power to bring themselves health, wealth and happiness. I know, I have used it !! Fragments of The Secret have been found in oral traditions, literature, religions and philosophies throughout the centuries.
Beautiful in its simplicity, and mind-dazzling in its ability to really work, The Secret reveals the mystery of the hidden potential within us all. By unifying leading-edge scientific thought with ancient wisdom and spirituality, the riveting, practical knowledge will lead readers to a greater understanding of how they can be the masters of their own lives |
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HOW TO SUCCEED AS AN NLP THERAPIST AND COACH
First things first, this is a genuinely useful book for any NLP graduate who wants to set themselves up as an NLP coach/practitioner. It is not another book that introduces NLP or covers the NLP techniques; it is instead a book that covers the practicalities of creating your own NLP coaching business, The handbook is an easy read, written in a very 'chatty' style. Indeed, the author is utilising conversational NLP with you as the reader, often speaking to you directly as if she was in the room with you.
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