Decision Making & Problem Solving in Management & Leadership & Business & Finance eBooks

A Whole New Mind

Why Right-Brainers Will Rule the Future

by Daniel H. Pink ...

New York Times BestsellerAn exciting--and encouraging--exploration of creativity from the author of When: The Scientific Secrets of Perfect TimingThe future belongs to a different kind of person with a different kind of mind: artists, inventors, storytellers-creative and holistic "right-brain" thinkers whose abilities mark the fault line between who gets ahead and who doesn't.Drawing on research ... Read more

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New York Times BestsellerAn exciting--and encouraging--exploration of creativity from the author of When: The Scientific Secrets of Perfect TimingThe future belongs to a different kind of person with a different kind of mind: artists, inventors, storytellers-creative and holistic "right-brain" thinkers whose abilities mark the fault line between who gets ahead and who doesn't.Drawing on research
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The Lean Toolbox

by John Bicheno, Matthias Holweg ...

A new Sixth edition is available from January 2023. (Search for The Lean Toolbox Sixth edition). An e book of this (Fifth) edition is available.This is the 5th edition of a book that has become a standard reference on Lean principles, systems, and tools in the UK, Ireland, Scandinavia, South Africa, and Australia. Like earlier editions, the book is written in plain language, with minimal padding, ... Read more

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A new Sixth edition is available from January 2023. (Search for The Lean Toolbox Sixth edition). An e book of this (Fifth) edition is available.This is the 5th edition of a book that has become a standard reference on Lean principles, systems, and tools in the UK, Ireland, Scandinavia, South Africa, and Australia. Like earlier editions, the book is written in plain language, with minimal padding,
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When: The Scientific Secrets of Perfect Timing

by Daniel H. Pink ...

**The instant New York Times Bestseller#1 Wall Street Journal Business BestsellerInstant Washington Post Bestseller"Brims with a surprising amount of insight and practical advice." —The Wall Street JournalDaniel H. Pink, the #1 bestselling author of Drive and To Sell Is Human, unlocks the scientific secrets to good timing to help you flourish at work, at school, and at home.**Everyone knows that ... Read more

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**The instant New York Times Bestseller#1 Wall Street Journal Business BestsellerInstant Washington Post Bestseller"Brims with a surprising amount of insight and practical advice." —The Wall Street JournalDaniel H. Pink, the #1 bestselling author of Drive and To Sell Is Human, unlocks the scientific secrets to good timing to help you flourish at work, at school, and at home.**Everyone knows that
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Thanks for the Feedback

The Science and Art of Receiving Feedback Well

by Douglas Stone, Sheila Heen ...

The bestselling authors of the classic Difficult Conversations teach us how to turn evaluations, advice, criticisms, and coaching into productive listening and learningWe swim in an ocean of feedback. Bosses, colleagues, customers—but also family, friends, and in-laws—they all have “suggestions” for our performance, parenting, or appearance. We know that feedback is essential for healthy ... Read more

$14.99 USD

The bestselling authors of the classic Difficult Conversations teach us how to turn evaluations, advice, criticisms, and coaching into productive listening and learningWe swim in an ocean of feedback. Bosses, colleagues, customers—but also family, friends, and in-laws—they all have “suggestions” for our performance, parenting, or appearance. We know that feedback is essential for healthy
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How Minds Change

The Surprising Science of Belief, Opinion, and Persuasion

by David McRaney ...

A powerful, compassionate investigation of why it’s so hard to change your mind—and the transformative effects that follow when you do—by the internationally bestselling author of You Are Not So Smart"A riveting read on the art and science of persuasion . . . In a time when too many minds seem closed, this is a masterful analysis of what it takes to open them." —Adam Grant, #1 New York Times ... Read more

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A powerful, compassionate investigation of why it’s so hard to change your mind—and the transformative effects that follow when you do—by the internationally bestselling author of You Are Not So Smart"A riveting read on the art and science of persuasion . . . In a time when too many minds seem closed, this is a masterful analysis of what it takes to open them." —Adam Grant, #1 New York Times
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Thinking 101

How to Reason Better to Live Better

by Woo-kyoung Ahn ...

**“An INVALUABLE RESOURCE to anyone who wants to think better.” —Gretchen RubinAward-winning YALE PROFESSOR Woo-kyoung Ahn delivers “A MUST-READ****—****a smart and compellingly readable guide to cutting-edge research into how people think.” (Paul Bloom)“A FUN exploration.”** **—**Dax ShepardPsychologist Woo-kyoung Ahn devised a course at Yale called “Thinking” to help students examine the biases ... Read more

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**“An INVALUABLE RESOURCE to anyone who wants to think better.” —Gretchen RubinAward-winning YALE PROFESSOR Woo-kyoung Ahn delivers “A MUST-READ****—****a smart and compellingly readable guide to cutting-edge research into how people think.” (Paul Bloom)“A FUN exploration.”** **—**Dax ShepardPsychologist Woo-kyoung Ahn devised a course at Yale called “Thinking” to help students examine the biases
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The Basic Laws of Human Stupidity

by Carlo M. Cipolla ...

**INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER • An economist explains five laws that confirm our worst fears: stupid people can and do rule the world"A masterly book" —Nassim Nicholas Taleb, author of The Black Swan • "A classic" —Simon Kuper, Financial Times**Throughout history, a powerful force has hindered the growth of human welfare and happiness. It is more powerful than the Mafia or the military. It has global ... Read more

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**INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER • An economist explains five laws that confirm our worst fears: stupid people can and do rule the world"A masterly book" —Nassim Nicholas Taleb, author of The Black Swan • "A classic" —Simon Kuper, Financial Times**Throughout history, a powerful force has hindered the growth of human welfare and happiness. It is more powerful than the Mafia or the military. It has global
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On Grand Strategy

by John Lewis Gaddis ...

**“The best education in grand strategy available in a single volume . . . a book that should be read by every American leader or would-be leader.”—The Wall Street JournalA master class in strategic thinking, distilled from the legendary program the author has co-taught at Yale for decades**John Lewis Gaddis, the distinguished historian of the Cold War, has for almost two decades co-taught grand ... Read more

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**“The best education in grand strategy available in a single volume . . . a book that should be read by every American leader or would-be leader.”—The Wall Street JournalA master class in strategic thinking, distilled from the legendary program the author has co-taught at Yale for decades**John Lewis Gaddis, the distinguished historian of the Cold War, has for almost two decades co-taught grand
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Think like a Doctor, Lead like a CEO

The MD Brain for the CEO Strain

by Mary Mason ...

Revolutionize Your Leadership with Mary Mason's Unique Medico-Corporate Approach!Think Like a Doctor, Lead Like a CEO: The MD Brain for the CEO Strain by Mary Mason MD, MBA, is not just a book; it's a revolution in leadership thinking. Drawing on her impressive background in medicine and business, Dr. Mason introduces a groundbreaking approach, blending clinical precision with executive prowess ... Read more

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Revolutionize Your Leadership with Mary Mason's Unique Medico-Corporate Approach!Think Like a Doctor, Lead Like a CEO: The MD Brain for the CEO Strain by Mary Mason MD, MBA, is not just a book; it's a revolution in leadership thinking. Drawing on her impressive background in medicine and business, Dr. Mason introduces a groundbreaking approach, blending clinical precision with executive prowess
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How Big Things Get Done

The Surprising Factors That Determine the Fate of Every Project, from Home Renovations to Space Exploration and Everything In Between

by Bent Flyvbjerg, Dan Gardner ...

“Why do big projects go wrong so often, and are there any lessons you can use when renovating your kitchen? Bent Flyvbjerg is the ‘megaproject’ expert and Dan Gardner brings the storytelling skills to How Big Things Get Done, with examples ranging from a Jimi Hendrix studio to the Sydney Opera House.”—Financial Times“Entertaining . . . There are lessons here for managers of all stripes.”—The ... Read more

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“Why do big projects go wrong so often, and are there any lessons you can use when renovating your kitchen? Bent Flyvbjerg is the ‘megaproject’ expert and Dan Gardner brings the storytelling skills to How Big Things Get Done, with examples ranging from a Jimi Hendrix studio to the Sydney Opera House.”—Financial Times“Entertaining . . . There are lessons here for managers of all stripes.”—The
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Build

An Unorthodox Guide to Making Things Worth Making

by Tony Fadell ...

**New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and USAToday Bestseller for May 2022**Tony Fadell led the teams that created the iPod, iPhone and Nest Learning Thermostat and learned enough in 30+ years in Silicon Valley about leadership, design, startups, Apple, Google, decision-making, mentorship, devastating failure and unbelievable success to fill an encyclopedia.So that’s what this book is. An advice ... Read more

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**New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and USAToday Bestseller for May 2022**Tony Fadell led the teams that created the iPod, iPhone and Nest Learning Thermostat and learned enough in 30+ years in Silicon Valley about leadership, design, startups, Apple, Google, decision-making, mentorship, devastating failure and unbelievable success to fill an encyclopedia.So that’s what this book is. An advice
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Scarcity

Why Having Too Little Means So Much

by Sendhil Mullainathan, Eldar Shafir ...

“Extraordinarily illuminating...Mullainathan and Shafir have made an important, novel, and immensely creative contribution.” —The New York Review of BooksIn this provocative book based on cutting-edge research, Sendhil Mullainathan and Eldar Shafir show that scarcity creates a distinct psychology for everyone struggling to manage with less than they need.Busy people fail to manage their time ... Read more

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“Extraordinarily illuminating...Mullainathan and Shafir have made an important, novel, and immensely creative contribution.” —The New York Review of BooksIn this provocative book based on cutting-edge research, Sendhil Mullainathan and Eldar Shafir show that scarcity creates a distinct psychology for everyone struggling to manage with less than they need.Busy people fail to manage their time
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Creative Confidence

Unleashing the Creative Potential Within Us All

by Tom Kelley, David Kelley ...

IDEO founder and Stanford d.school creator David Kelley and his brother Tom Kelley, IDEO partner and the author of the bestselling The Art of Innovation, have written a powerful and compelling book on unleashing the creativity that lies within each and every one of us.Too often, companies and individuals assume that creativity and innovation are the domain of the "creative types." But two of the ... Read more

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IDEO founder and Stanford d.school creator David Kelley and his brother Tom Kelley, IDEO partner and the author of the bestselling The Art of Innovation, have written a powerful and compelling book on unleashing the creativity that lies within each and every one of us.Too often, companies and individuals assume that creativity and innovation are the domain of the "creative types." But two of the
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Mind Gym

Achieve More by Thinking Differently

by Sebastian Bailey, Octavius Black ...

The international bestseller for personal development that will help you transform your personal and professional life by changing the way you think.Today, the pressure to achieve is intense. To be at our best, we need our minds working at peak potential. But unless you train it, your mind stays on autopilot, stuck in unhealthy thought patterns that lead to self-sabotaging habits and behaviors. As ... Read more

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The international bestseller for personal development that will help you transform your personal and professional life by changing the way you think.Today, the pressure to achieve is intense. To be at our best, we need our minds working at peak potential. But unless you train it, your mind stays on autopilot, stuck in unhealthy thought patterns that lead to self-sabotaging habits and behaviors. As
... Read more
Quit

The Power of Knowing When to Walk Away

by Annie Duke ...

From the bestselling author of Thinking in Bets comes a toolkit for mastering the skill of quitting to achieve greater successBusiness leaders, with millions of dollars down the drain, struggle to abandon a new app or product that just isn’t working. Governments, caught in a hopeless conflict, believe that the next tactic will finally be the one that wins the war. And in our own lives, we persist ... Read more

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From the bestselling author of Thinking in Bets comes a toolkit for mastering the skill of quitting to achieve greater successBusiness leaders, with millions of dollars down the drain, struggle to abandon a new app or product that just isn’t working. Governments, caught in a hopeless conflict, believe that the next tactic will finally be the one that wins the war. And in our own lives, we persist
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Mistakes Were Made (but Not By Me) Third Edition

Why We Justify Foolish Beliefs, Bad Decisions, and Hurtful Acts

by Carol Tavris, Elliot Aronson ...

A NEW EDITION UPDATED IN 2020 • Why is it so hard to say "I made a mistake" — and really believe it?When we make mistakes, cling to outdated attitudes, or mistreat other people, we must calm the powerful cognitive dissonance that jars our feelings of self-worth. And so, unconsciously, we create fictions that absolve us of responsibility, restoring our belief that we are smart, moral, and right—a ... Read more

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A NEW EDITION UPDATED IN 2020 • Why is it so hard to say "I made a mistake" — and really believe it?When we make mistakes, cling to outdated attitudes, or mistreat other people, we must calm the powerful cognitive dissonance that jars our feelings of self-worth. And so, unconsciously, we create fictions that absolve us of responsibility, restoring our belief that we are smart, moral, and right—a
... Read more
The Power Of Mental Models: How To Make Intelligent Decisions, Gain A Mental Edge And Increase Productivity

by Joseph Fowler ...

Have you ever thought to question your thinking?Did you know you use mental models every day?Or have you ever felt in a mental rut where nothing is new and exciting to think about?If you are curious about any of these questions, this guide will give you the answers you have been searching for.So many people have no idea what a mental model is - or that they control our lives.Mental models are the ... Read more

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Have you ever thought to question your thinking?Did you know you use mental models every day?Or have you ever felt in a mental rut where nothing is new and exciting to think about?If you are curious about any of these questions, this guide will give you the answers you have been searching for.So many people have no idea what a mental model is - or that they control our lives.Mental models are the
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Critical Thinking Unleashed: How To Improve And Refine Your Thinking Process To Think More Effectively

by Christopher Hayes ...

Are you interested in gaining a thorough understanding of critical thinking?Do you want to practice logical exercises to better your decision-making skills?Are you ready to join a diverse community of people who strive to better themselves and the world around them?If you find yourself curious about critical thinking, this book is written specifically for you.This handbook is for the person who ... Read more

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Are you interested in gaining a thorough understanding of critical thinking?Do you want to practice logical exercises to better your decision-making skills?Are you ready to join a diverse community of people who strive to better themselves and the world around them?If you find yourself curious about critical thinking, this book is written specifically for you.This handbook is for the person who
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The 21 Indispensable Qualities of a Leader

Becoming the Person Others Will Want to Follow

by John Maxwell ...

“The 21 Indispensable Qualities of a Leader gets straight tothe heart of leadership issues. Maxwell once again touches on the process ofdeveloping the art of leadership by giving the reader practical tools andinsights into developing the qualities found in great leaders.” - KennethBlanchard, Coauthor of The One MinuteManager®“Dr. John Maxwell is the authority on leadership today. His innovativeyet ... Read more

$14.99 USD

“The 21 Indispensable Qualities of a Leader gets straight tothe heart of leadership issues. Maxwell once again touches on the process ofdeveloping the art of leadership by giving the reader practical tools andinsights into developing the qualities found in great leaders.” - KennethBlanchard, Coauthor of The One MinuteManager®“Dr. John Maxwell is the authority on leadership today. His innovativeyet
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Triggers

Creating Behavior That Lasts--Becoming the Person You Want to Be

by Marshall Goldsmith, Mark Reiter ...

Bestselling author and world-renowned executive coach Marshall Goldsmith examines the environmental and psychological triggers that can derail us at work and in life.Do you ever find that you are not the patient, compassionate problem solver you believe yourself to be? Are you surprised at how irritated or flustered the normally unflappable you becomes in the presence of a specific colleague at ... Read more

$10.99 USD

Bestselling author and world-renowned executive coach Marshall Goldsmith examines the environmental and psychological triggers that can derail us at work and in life.Do you ever find that you are not the patient, compassionate problem solver you believe yourself to be? Are you surprised at how irritated or flustered the normally unflappable you becomes in the presence of a specific colleague at
... Read more
Sway

The Irresistible Pull of Irrational Behavior

by Ori Brafman, Rom Brafman ...

A fascinating journey into the hidden psychological influences that derail our decision-making, Sway will change the way you think about the way you think.Why is it so difficult to sell a plummeting stock or end a doomed relationship? Why do we listen to advice just because it came from someone “important”? Why are we more likely to fall in love when there’s danger involved? In Sway, renowned ... Read more

$9.99 USD

A fascinating journey into the hidden psychological influences that derail our decision-making, Sway will change the way you think about the way you think.Why is it so difficult to sell a plummeting stock or end a doomed relationship? Why do we listen to advice just because it came from someone “important”? Why are we more likely to fall in love when there’s danger involved? In Sway, renowned
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Statistical Methods in Online A/B Testing

Statistics for data-driven business decisions and risk management in e-commerce

by Georgi Z. Georgiev ...

"Statistical Methods in Online A/B Testing" is a comprehensive guide to statistics in online controlled experiments, a.k.a. A/B tests, that tackles the difficult matter of statistical inference in a way accessible to readers with little to no prior experience with it. Each concept is built from the ground up, explained thoroughly, and illustrated with practical examples from website testing.The ... Read more

$57.70 USD

"Statistical Methods in Online A/B Testing" is a comprehensive guide to statistics in online controlled experiments, a.k.a. A/B tests, that tackles the difficult matter of statistical inference in a way accessible to readers with little to no prior experience with it. Each concept is built from the ground up, explained thoroughly, and illustrated with practical examples from website testing.The
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Bust Your Fears

3 Tools to Conquer Your Fears So You Can Quit Your Job and Do What You Love

by Tikiri Herath ...

Series Book 4 - Rebel Diva Empower Yourself
Crush your worries and get clarity on your problems.Do you struggle with uncertainty and feel overcome by fear? Do you have a hard time making decisions and feel paralyzed by worst-case scenarios?Discover three easy tools you can apply within minutes to boost your confidence and solve your problems with calm and clarity.This book will show you how to reel in your fears and make smarter decisions ... Read more

$4.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Crush your worries and get clarity on your problems.Do you struggle with uncertainty and feel overcome by fear? Do you have a hard time making decisions and feel paralyzed by worst-case scenarios?Discover three easy tools you can apply within minutes to boost your confidence and solve your problems with calm and clarity.This book will show you how to reel in your fears and make smarter decisions
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Sprint

How to Solve Big Problems and Test New Ideas in Just Five Days

by Jake Knapp, John Zeratsky, Braden Kowitz ...

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERFrom the authors of Click and former Google Ventures partners, Sprint presents a unique five-day process for solving tough problems, proven at more than a hundred companies.Entrepreneurs and leaders face big questions every day: What’s the most important place to focus your effort, and how do you start? What will your idea look like in real life? How many meetings and ... Read more

$16.99 USD

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERFrom the authors of Click and former Google Ventures partners, Sprint presents a unique five-day process for solving tough problems, proven at more than a hundred companies.Entrepreneurs and leaders face big questions every day: What’s the most important place to focus your effort, and how do you start? What will your idea look like in real life? How many meetings and
... Read more

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