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  Plays Well with Others

  From the author of the Wall Street Journal bestseller Barking Up the Wrong Tree comes a cure-all for our increasing emotional distance and loneliness-a smart, surprising, and thoroughly entertaining guide to help build better friendships, reignite love, and get closer to others, whether you're an extrovert or introvert, socially adept or socially anxious.Can you judge a book by its cover? Is a friend in need truly a friend indeed? Does love conquer all? Is no man an island? In Plays Well With Others, Eric Barker dives into these questions, drawing on science to reveal the truth beyond the conventional wisdom about human relationships. Combining his compelling storytelling and humor, Barker explains what hostage negotiation techniques and marital arguments have in common, how an expert con-man lied his way into a twenty-year professional soccer career, and why those holding views diametrically opposed to our own actually have the potential to become our closest, most trusted friends.Leveraging the best evidence available-free of platitudes or magical thinking-Barker analyzes multiple sides of an issue before rendering his verdict. What he's uncovered is surprising, counterintuitive, and timely-and will change the way you interact in the world and with those around you just when you need it most.

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  The Motivation Hoax: A Smart Person's Guide to Inspirational Nonsense , Hörbuch, Digital, ungekürzt, 253min

  Everywhere you look there's a motivational quote to greet you. Pursue your passion! Nothing is impossible! Happiness is a journey, not a destination! But what if there is actually scant evidence to back up these shimmering proclamations? What if positive thinking does not, in fact, lead to positive life outcomes? What if life is too short to not have regrets? In other words, what if many of our most cherished motivational platitudes simply aren't true? The Motivation Hoax offers sense in place of the sparkling nonsense that permeates the inspiration industry. It exposes the unrealistic clichés and misleading mantras that frequently just make you feel bad, replacing them with evidence-based insights that are no less motivating but are credible, reliable and, most importantly, scientifically tested. A reality check like no other, The Motivation Hoax is among the most refreshing, liberating and surprisingly comforting books you'll listen to this year. James Adonis is one of Australia's best-known leadership educators. Over the past decade, he has worked with hundreds of organisations - including McDonald's, American Express, Coca-Cola, Qantas, Optus, Ernst & Young, Gucci and Macquarie Bank - to help them lead change and improve performance. His nationally syndicated Fairfax columns on leadership and workplace matters have an audience of over 200,000 people every month. ungekürzt. Language: English. Narrator: James Adonis. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/adbl/031670/bk_adbl_031670_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.

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  The Productivity Method: How to Stop Procrastination and Get More Done , Hörbuch, Digital, ungekürzt, 233min

  If you struggle with meeting deadlines, fulfilling commitments, and completing projects on time, then this book is for you.“Finally productivity wizard Chris Allen publishes his long-awaited book which surpasses even my highest expectations.” (Tim Ferrand, Author)By now, everyone is well acquainted with the benefits of being productive and good time management - the problem is how to go about it. In the fast-paced world of today, it has even become more important than ever, but the abundance of trivial, misleading, and sometimes even harmful information is a cause for concern.“....which is why we are naming this book the only book on productivity we would recommend for 2020.” (Sydney Today Magazine)In this insightful book, Chris Allen cuts through all the noise and feel-good platitudes and shows you how to become productive and effective at managing your most limited resource - time.With numerous examples and case studies, Allen clearly outlines the steps to achieve peak productivity and eliminate procrastination.Concise, practical, and chock-full of actionable advice, The Productivity Method is a book that will imbue you with a fresh perspective on productivity and equip you with the tools needed to become a top performer in life.“A breath of fresh air to revitalize a tired subject, this book is certain to become the new productivity bible.” (Sophie Amorand, Author and Business Woman) ungekürzt. Language: English. Narrator: Mike Luoma. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/acx0/137738/bk_acx0_137738_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.

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  Relentless: The Science of Barrier-Busting Sales , Hörbuch, Digital, ungekürzt, 393min

  Are you relentless...or reluctant? For generations, salespeople have possessed a well-defined reputation as being outgoing, fearless, and audacious. But for many, the familiar stereotypes mask a darker reality. Far from being unstoppable selling machines, they struggle with a secret fear of prospecting.Whether on the phone, in person, online, or in front of groups, initiating contact with prospective buyers causes discomfort and distress. So, they avoid it. Instead of making calls, they make excuses. It’s a costly trade-off. Sales call reluctance - emotional hesitation to prospect - can be a career-killer. Studies show that up to 80 percent of new salespeople may fall victim to it. And 40 percent of veteran sellers have considered leaving the profession because of negative feelings toward prospecting. But it doesn’t have to be that way.Building upon the pioneering research of call reluctance, experts George W. Dudley and Shannon L. Goodson along with authors Suzanne Dudley and Trelitha Bryant present proven strategies for busting through the barriers that keep talented, deserving salespeople from achieving success.No platitudes. No gimmicks. Just practical solutions rooted in science and field-tested on thousands of salespeople around the world. Whether you sell a product, a service, or yourself, you can learn to overcome the fears that hold your career hostage. Become an effective advocate for your interests - proudly, ethically, and above all, relentlessly! ungekürzt. Language: English. Narrator: Suzanne C. Dudley. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/acx0/190150/bk_acx0_190150_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.

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  Dear Nameless Stranger: A Pride and Prejudice Variation , Hörbuch, Digital, ungekürzt, 290min

  “Please admire my docile and obedient nature. I will not thank you for providing us with a home, nor will I even breathe a word of gratitude for your provision of such funds as will feed us each quarter. I will not even write such platitudes as ‘You are very good,’ given that you have also provided us with respectability in the form of Mrs. Ingles. There. I am quite done now with not expressing my gratitude – I should not at all wish to prove tiresome.”From the author of Tact, Dear Nameless Stranger is a heartwarming tale inspired by Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice and Jean Webster’s Daddy Long Legs. Tragedy has struck the Bennet sisters but they are greatly relieved when the anonymous kindness of a stranger means that they can remain together. In exchange for such charity, a monthly letter is required from each sister. It is a fortunate thing that Miss Elizabeth Bennet rather likes letter-writing, for she relishes the opportunity to relate to this unknown gentleman all her impressions and opinions regarding her changed circumstances.With each passing month, Elizabeth confides more in the nameless stranger, and by the time Netherfield Park is once again occupied by the amiable Mr. Bingley and his friend Mr. Darcy, she is quite frank in writing of her dismay. ungekürzt. Language: English. Narrator: Mandy Gasson. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/acx0/214033/bk_acx0_214033_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.

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  Hundred Percent Chance: A Memoir , Hörbuch, Digital, ungekürzt, 417min

  An authentic, page-turning debut memoir, this intimate, passionate chronicle of recovery will appeal to those who've battled cancer. (Publishers Weekly)"While memoirs of surviving disease are plenty, Hundred Percent Chance stands apart through its genuine humor and unflinching portrayal of both the physical and psychological struggles that accompany a diagnosis of disease. Brown avoids inspirational platitudes, instead demonstrating the need for perspective and perseverance in the face of illness. Every person Brown introduces, whether their role is significant or small, will leave a memorable impression on readers. This memoir's focus on the tiny moments that ultimately shape and define a life, are particularly poignant and engrossing." (The BookLife Prize)Perfect for fans of When Breath Becomes Air.In 1990, Robert K. Brown was an ordinary college student studying abroad in England when a series of unexpected and extraordinary events would change the trajectory of his life forever. Choosing to ignore ominous early symptoms, he was still troubled enough to write in his journal "just for the record...I am frightened because things are happening to me that I can’t explain away."What follows is a race against time to return home to Seattle for months of chemotherapy, countless complications, and a search for as much normalcy as possible when forced to face mortality at 20. ungekürzt. Language: English. Narrator: Robert K. Brown. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/acx0/231007/bk_acx0_231007_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.

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  Unlimited: How to Build an Exceptional Life , Hörbuch, Digital, ungekürzt, 469min

  Imagine. Believe. Achieve. Many self-help books offer a lot of new age platitudes and sappy mantras: Just love yourself. See the glass as half full. Believe it and it will come. Really? That’s not how it works, and you know it. A lifetime’s worth of struggle is not overturned in a small moment of positive thinking. But if you have the right attitude - attitude and skills - you can and will accomplish anything and everything you want. This book gives you both, attitude and action. By its end, you will have all the tools you need to change your life. No hype. No false promises. You will learn to: Cultivate your passion and embrace your uniqueness to create a purpose-filled life... on your own terms Transform your suffering into peace, wisdom, and strength Work through fear, worry, shame, and negative self-talk to blast through obstacles and create self-confidence, self-esteem, and a healthy self-image Take powerful, informed, deliberate actions to make your dreams a reality Forget surviving; it’s your time to thrive. You do have the ability and potential to achieve unlimited health, wealth, and happiness. Getting there won’t all be easy - nothing worthwhile ever is - but take this journey and your life will change dramatically. Your possibilities are unlimited, and your life is waiting for you to break free and claim it. ungekürzt. Language: English. Narrator: Jillian Michaels. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/rand/002586/bk_rand_002586_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.

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  How to Kick Writer's Block in the Ass: The Ultimate No B.S. Guide to Writing More, Procrastinating Less and Defeating Writer's Block (for Frickin' Good) , Hörbuch, Digital, ungekürzt, 96min

  Do you suffer from writer's block? Got a writing idea rolling around your brain but not sure how to bring it to the surface? Tried a bunch of writing exercises and creativity hacks to defeat writer's block...but to no avail? Well, struggle with writer's block no more! Because in this book author Michael Rogan - himself a sufferer of a six-year bout of writer's block - shares his simple, fun strategies for eliminating writer's block...for good. In the book he shares: How to hack your brain for maximum awesomeness How to tell your inner critic to f--k off How to build a distraction-free writer's cave How to throat-clear your way to writing mastery How to become addicted to writing And so much more! And if you've been disappointed by vague, generic writer's block tomes in the past - that serve such platitudes as "Keep the pen moving" and "There's no such thing as writer's block" - despair not! This super-simple, humorous and conversational look at writer's block will have you writing in no time...and even give you the skills to get yourself to form any habit you wish. So, give How to Kick Writer's Block in the Ass a chance. Your writing career - and your future storytelling awesomeness - depend on it! ungekürzt. Language: English. Narrator: Gregory Zarcone. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/acx0/066840/bk_acx0_066840_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.

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  Whiskey Tango Foxtrot: The Challenge Series: Always a Marine, Book 10 , Hörbuch, Digital, ungekürzt, 159min

  Have you ever woken up every day afraid of everything? For single mom and widow Melody Carter, six months passed since an IED ripped her life apart. Everyone is sympathetic and offers platitudes of comfort and support. Everyone thinks they know why she's grieving, but Melody isn't mourning her broken heart. She's ashamed to be grateful her abusive husband won't hurt her anymore, and she's scared for her child. Born with a mild heart defect, her daughter needs lifesaving surgery. But with her funds tight and her emotional scars tighter, she's running out of options. When she receives an offer for assistance from Mike's Place, can Melody put her faith in the men her husband called friends? Have you ever woken up, day after day, to discover your body's betrayal? Marine Captain Joe Anderson Cooper received the Silver Star for Valor when he led his unit through heavy fire to rescue fellow Marines. Despite numerous injuries, the captain refused medical aid, insisting that the medics attend to others. A broken back and shattered bones put Captain Cooper in a wheelchair, and every day is a battle to keep his recovery on track and his sanity intact. When a single mom moves in to the apartment next door to his and he recognizes a kindred, damaged soul, can he overcome her fear and be the man she's always needed? Can these two lonely souls rise to the challenge or will their scars trap them forever?  ungekürzt. Language: English. Narrator: Christine Padovan. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/acx0/042082/bk_acx0_042082_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.

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  Taking People With You: The Only Way to Make Big Things Happen , Hörbuch, Digital, ungekürzt, 415min

  David Novak learned long ago that you can't lead a great organization of any size without getting your people aligned, enthusiastic, and focused relentlessly on the mission. But how do you do that? There are countless leadership books, but how many will actually help a Taco Bell shift manager, a Fortune 500 CEO, a new entrepreneur, or anyone in between? Over his 15 years at Yum! Brands, Novak has developed a trademarked program he calls Taking People with You. He spends several weeks each year personally teaching it to thousands of managers around the world. He convinces them that they'll never make big things happen until they learn how to get people on their side. No skill in business is more important. And Yum!'s extraordinary success (at least 13 percent growth for each of the last nine years) proves his point. Novak knows that managers don't need leadership platitudes or business school theories. So he cuts right to the chase with a step-by- step guide to setting big goals, getting people to work together, blowing past your targets, and celebrating after you shock the skeptics. And then doing it again and again until consistent excellence becomes a core element of your culture. This audiobook has specific tools at the end of each chapter that will challenge you to reflect on how you're really doing on key aspects of leadership. And if you apply it, you'll immediately start to improve. ungekürzt. Language: English. Narrator: Sean Pratt. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/gdan/000642/bk_gdan_000642_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.

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