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  The Future-Proof Career

  Isabel Berwick

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  An accessible and approachable guide to work and careers from a trusted and authoritative source, looking at the new way of working in a post-pandemic world, no matter what stage of your career you’re at. 
  Whether you’re the boss, the deputy or on your way up, the way we’re working in a post-pandemic world is forever changed. This is a book about how to make working work for you, packed with expert analysis and ahead-of-the-curve workplace trends and the examining old habits we need to lose. Bringing in expert opinion and personal experiences, there's key takeaways summarised at the end of each chapter. 
  This modern guide can be used by everyone – both employed and self-employed. The book is split into two sections – Staff and Managers. This works for both groups, as most people are managed and/or aspire to be higher up and so can be dipped into for expert advice and guidance at any stage of your career. 
  Covering topics as wide-ranging as the four-day working week, bridging the workplace generation gap, making sure your company walks its diversity talk, quiet quitting and the great resignation, achieving workplace equality and even micro-dosing for creativity, The Future-Proof Career spreads the word so we can all have happier, more productive lives. Get ahead of uncertainty and take control of your career. 
  In The Future-Proof Career, Isabel Berwick provides a comprehensive guide to navigating the evolving landscape of the post-pandemic workplace. With a focus on self-management, career growth, and business development, this book is a must-read for those seeking to future-proof their careers in an uncertain economic climate. 
  For fans of Viv Groskop (How to Own the Room), Charles Duhigg (Smarter Faster Better), Amy C. Edmondson (The Fearless Organization), and Sarah Ellis (The Squiggly Career). 
  HarperCollins 2024

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  Planning For Retirement - Relax...

  Philip Palette

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  Financial Planning for Retirement isn’t Difficult. All You Need is a System that Works.“Each money decision you make impacts financial wellness.” — The Barnum Financial GroupOne of the barricades to financial wellness can be found in couples relations. The husband and the wife may not agree on financial matters. Unhealthy financial behaviors can thus be the result of family tensions. One recent study examined the effectiveness of the combined efforts of a financial planner and a family therapist working together. These professionals worked with couples experiencing financial and relational distress.Our point here is that when planning for retirement, one need not overlook the integration of a family counselor in helping to ease tensions.Other considerations that affect future retirees include age, gender and health. A recent report from the National Institute for Retirement Security (NIRS) showed that women lag behind men, when it comes to median household retirement income.“Women aged 65 or older have a median household retirement income of $47,244, only 83% of their male counterparts, who live in households with a median retirement income of $57,144, including Social Security, pensions, investment income and earnings.“https://www.nirsonline.org/reports/stillshortchanged/The burden of maintaining your financial health may not be pleasant even in the best of times.Why would we say this?Well, managing money involves paying off debt, budgeting your funds, saving and tracking your spending habits. You may need to earn money, grow your money and, above all, protect your money.• In this book you will discover what secrets lie ahead for you in budgeting your funds, in saving, in tracking your spending habits• You will discover how a certain hidden wellspring of knowledge made all the difference in one woman’s quest to grow her money.• How to increase your Social Security income beyond what even some pros are advising

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  The 1-Year Checklist - Sharpen...

  Florin Rosoga

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  About ten years ago, I started defining objectives for myself. I began by just writing down what I wanted to accomplish on a piece of paper. I noticed soon after that this wasn’t very effective. I would write them down on paper, set the paper aside, and I’d remember after a few months. I needed a system that would ensure that my objectives became reality. 
  Over the years, I have tested several systems for organizing and achieving my objectives. I had breakdowns, surrenders, resumptions, and tactical changes. I resorted to the most diverse strategies. 
  Today, after ten years of tests and experiments, I have my own system that offers a rate of success of over 90 percent. There are still instances when I fail, but I can say that I manage pretty well. 
  My vision for this book was to provide a system for organizing time and personal objectives, constructed around annual objectives. A good system of organization does not guarantee success, unless you also work to transform it into reality. In other words, this book will not do the work for you. But, with this book in your hand, the most thrilling part is just about to start.

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  The Ripple Effect - Networking...

  David Tsubouchi, Marc Kealey

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  “How did you get where you are today?” At public speaking events, this is the most frequent question young professionals ask former Ontario politician David Tsubouchi and governance and communications consultant Marc Kealey. 
  		 
  The answer: it is impossible to succeed alone. A friend once said, “A better network equals a better net worth.” This is not to say networking is purely transactional or about how many people one knows: networking is about building relationships based on mutual respect and trust so everyone involved can thrive. 
  		 
  Tsubouchi, Kealey, and 18 other accomplished and prominent Canadians have come together to share their stories and advice on networking for success. They represent people from different sectors who started with nothing and faced more barriers than others because of their gender, ethnicity, and/or immigrant status. From entrepreneurs to executives, their experiences show aspiring networkers the true meaning of perseverance and how they can make networking opportunities fulfilling experiences.

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  Self Reliance

  Ralph Waldo Emerson

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  "To be yourself in a world that is constantly trying to make you something else is the greatest accomplishment."
  
  Ralph Waldo Emerson's essay Self-Reliance, first published in 1841, is a cornerstone essay advocating for individuality and arguing that true strength comes not from following the crowd, but from cultivating an unwavering belief in one's own ideas and instincts.
  
  Emerson advocates for the rejection of conformity and societal expectations, encouraging his audience to rely on their own intuition and inner convictions and promotes the idea that true wisdom arises from individual experience and authenticity.
  Ralph Waldo Emerson (1803—1882) was a prominent American essayist, lecturer, and transcendentalist philosopher, best known for his contributions to the American transcendentalism movement and for his influential works on individualism and self-reliance. His writings emphasise his belief in the potential of each person to discover their own truth and destiny, and his ideas challenged societal norms and encouraged spiritual and intellectual independence. These ideas continue to resonate, inspiring movements centred on personal freedom, self-expression, and the pursuit of authenticity.

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  The Game Before the Play - Power...

  Mihail Yonkov

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  Do you really think you can win every negotiation? 
   If yes - congratulations, you’ve just entered an episode of Mythbusters. 
  If you believe negotiation is about dropping the perfect line at the perfect moment like in a Hollywood movie - sorry, that’s not how it works either. 
  And if you think everything was already decided in some boardroom and your talk is just a polite formality - you’re closer, but still missing the point. 
  Most negotiations are shaped long before anyone speaks. Outcomes are influenced (sometimes decided) by things like preparation, seniority, reputation, goals, knowledge, power dynamics, and how much energy each side is willing to invest. These factors matter as much as what happens in the room. Put them together and you realize what most people overlook: 
  There’s a whole game before the play. 
  This book guides you through that game using The Playbook Cycle - a practical seven-step approach that helps you:Set clear goals that actually guide your decisionsGather the right information (not just more information)Decode hidden power dynamics and motivationsBuild strategies based on reality, not optimismAdapt when circumstances shiftRecognize when not to negotiate at all 
  It’s a blend of simple frameworks, real situations, and a touch of humor. It challenges the idea that negotiation is just about arguing better. Sometimes it’s about reframing, aligning interests, or walking away with strength, not forcing a win in the moment. 
  Think of negotiation like football: everyone has skills, tactics, and stamina, but the real advantage comes from knowing when to push, when to hold, and when taking a tactical foul saves the whole season. This book is your coach: not for the visible part of negotiation, but for the mindset and preparation that decide everything before the first word is spoken.

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