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  The Champion's Creed - Transform...

  Ben Utecht, Tony Dungy

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  Visionary strategies from former NFL star to infuse your company's culture with purpose and direction 
   
   
   
  In The Champion's Creed, NFL star and chief culture officer Ben Utecht unveils the blueprint for forging unbeatable teams in any arena. Central to Utecht's methodology is the creation of a "Culture Creed"—a dynamic manifesto that transcends typical mission statements. This powerful tool becomes the compass guiding every decision, action, and interaction within an organization. Listeners will learn how to craft and implement their own Culture Creed, infusing their company's culture with purpose and direction. Drawing from his unique journey from Super Bowl victor to leading corporate strategist, Utecht melds gridiron wisdom with executive acumen, presenting a transformative approach to culture, leadership, and team building that promises to show listeners how to: 
   
   
   
  ● Synchronize fundamental beliefs with business objectives 
   
   
   
  ● Nurture an atmosphere that naturally boosts productivity 
   
   
   
  ● Master the "Four L's" of exemplary guidance: Listening, Learning, Language, and Love 
   
   
   
  ● Develop a potent "Ethos Declaration" to steer every facet of operations

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  Martial Arts Mastery -...

  Zane Ryder

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  Martial arts have a rich history that spans thousands of years, evolving from ancient practices of self-defense and combat into a diverse array of styles and philosophies. The origins of martial arts can be traced to civilizations around the world, with evidence of early techniques and methods seen in ancient Egypt, Greece, China, and India. These practices were often closely tied to the need for survival, whether in warfare or personal defense, and they evolved as cultures exchanged knowledge through trade, conquest, and exploration. 
  In ancient China, martial arts were deeply influenced by philosophical systems such as Confucianism, Taoism, and Buddhism. Practices like Tai Chi and Kung Fu emerged not only as methods of combat but also as ways to harmonize the body, mind, and spirit. Similarly, in Japan, the samurai culture gave rise to martial arts such as Jujutsu, Kendo, and Karate, which emphasized discipline, honor, and respect for one’s opponent. Indian traditions, particularly those rooted in yoga and ancient combat systems like Kalaripayattu, played a significant role in shaping the spiritual and physical elements of martial arts in the region. 
  Philosophy is central to martial arts, transcending physical techniques to cultivate a way of life. Concepts such as humility, perseverance, and self-control are core to most styles, emphasizing that true mastery lies in the refinement of character rather than in brute strength. Martial arts often teach practitioners to seek balance, both internally and externally, encouraging them to remain calm under pressure and approach conflict with wisdom rather than aggression.

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  The Death and Resurrection of...

  William R. Douglas

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  "A truly, well written, must-read book!" - Reader review___A truly unique, and groundbreaking Sports Fiction, and Dystopian Book for Young Adults on up, suitable for Young Adults (YA) and adult fiction lovers everywhere!The Death and Resurrection of Baseball: Echoes from a Distant Past, is getting great reviews for its unique Sports Fiction storyline, and what-ifs:What if a Second Civil War is the endpoint in the current trajectory of America's divisiveness?What if early warning signs of baseball's popularity continue downward?What if among the personal and cultural casualties of a Civil War II, baseball was to die as a sport?The Death and Resurrection of Baseball take those what-if propositions and transports the reader 140 years from now into the futuristic United States of America to the year 2166. A United States that is far from our current recognition.In the year 2166, a post-Second Civil War United States of America is finally back on its feet. Among the countless personal and cultural casualties of the war, the sport of baseball has been dead for over a hundred years.12-year-old Joe Scott lives in the northern Illinois city of McHenry and goes exploring in the woods one day in a no man's land that a hundred years earlier was the site of the bloodiest battle of the Second Civil War. While there, he discovers a relic from the distant past, from before the war. It sparks a search for its meaning.Little does he know that the wheels of Providence have been unwittingly set in motion, leading to a stunning discovery in Dyersville, Iowa.This second discovery has a direct connection with the relic found in McHenry. As events unfold, Joe finds himself at the center of the rediscovery of the sport of baseball, long lost and forgotten by the ravages of time and the lingering aftereffects of the Second Civil War.

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  A Rare Recording of the Oldest...

  Ty son

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  Announced by radio broadcaster Ty Tyson, the game on September 20, 1934, is notable for being the oldest known recorded complete game of baseball. It features the New York Yankees beating the Tigers, 11-7, at Navin Field in Detroit. The game featured future Hall-of-Famers Lou Gehrig and Tony Lazzeri for the Yankees, and Charlie Gehringer and Hank Greenberg for the Tigers. Detroit would go on to win the American League pennant, but eventually lose to the St. Louis Cardinals in the World Series, four games to three.

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  Bootlegger's Boy

  Barry Switzer

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  A riveting memoir by one of the most successful football coaches in America!As head coach of the Oklahoma Sooners, Barry Switzer was the fourth most successful coach in NCAA history. Both praised and reviled by the media as the "outlaw" of college football, Switzer was characterized as the "greatest rogue, pirate, hustler, and con man" ever to command a football team. As head coach for the Dallas Cowboys, he led America' s team to victory in Superbowl XXX.
  In Bootlegger's Boy, Switzer gets the chance to tell it all from his point of view. He recounts the rough path he took from his youth— in which his father served prison time for bootlegging and his mother committed suicide— to his rare distinction as one of only three individuals to win national championships in college football and the NFL.

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  Workouts for Seniors: Simple...

  Scott Hamrick

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  If you’re a senior who knows they should be in better shape and wonders how to safely and easily do that at your age, then keep listening… 
  Are you finding it difficult to walk around the block? Lift your grandchildren? Do simple chores around the house? 
  Do you worry that you can’t afford a gym membership or expensive workout equipment? 
  Are you concerned with maintaining your independence? 
  Many seniors have these same questions – and we have the answers! This audiobook will show how you can perform simple exercises at home without needing outside memberships or costly equipment. We’re happy to show you:    The many benefits of working out as a senior    How to feel younger and improve your energy levels    How to reduce your risks (and symptoms) of chronic illnesses    How to maintain your Independence while improving brain function    Why good sleep habits contribute so much to your wellbeing    The best time for working out – for you    The Whys and Why-Nots of exercising fasted    The importance of diet and hydration    Specific exercises for each part of your body    The secret of stretching and warm-ups    How to build balance using chair yoga      And much, much more! 
  Complete with plentiful instructions and pictures, this audiobook puts you in the driver’s seat when it comes to getting in shape. The usual excuses can no longer keep you from taking the reins of your senior health. Join us on a simple, straightforward journey toward better health, flexibility, and strength! 

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