Publisher: Forbes Books
Western leaders face significant challenges when conducting business in Iraq, from navigating cultural differences to overcoming ingrained misconceptions. In Leadership Beyond Borders, Midhat Zwayen delivers a powerful guide to overcoming these obstacles with culturally attuned leadership practices.
Exploitation is a fundamental aspect of human interaction, often driven by power imbalances and self-interest. It occurs when one party takes unfair advantage of another for personal or institutional gain, frequently at the expense of the exploited party’s well-being. While exploitation can be overt and aggressive, it is often subtle and embedded within social, economic, and political structures, making it difficult to recognize and address. The nature of exploitation is complex, as it is not always illegal or socially condemned, yet it can have profound ethical implications. Throughout history, exploitation has manifested in various forms, from forced labor and colonialism to predatory business practices and manipulative personal relationships. At its core, exploitation relies on an asymmetry of power—whether in the form of financial control, social influence, or political dominance. Those who exploit others often justify their actions through ideologies that normalize or rationalize inequality, perpetuating systems where exploitation becomes an accepted norm rather than an aberration. This is evident in instances such as companies underpaying workers while maximizing profits, governments manipulating populations through propaganda, or individuals using emotional coercion to control relationships. One of the most insidious aspects of exploitation is its ability to operate under the guise of mutual benefit. Many exploitative dynamics are framed as fair exchanges, where the exploited party is led to believe they are willingly participating. This is particularly evident in labor markets, where workers may accept unfair wages and poor conditions due to a lack of viable alternatives.Show book
The Art of Client Service: The Ultimate Guide on How to Close Big Ticket Sales Through Excellent Client Service, Discover the Secrets on How to Close High-Paying ClientsWhen you work as a freelancer and you’re just starting, it’s common to charge a lower rate than what you’re used to to get as many clients as possible. But this is not sustainable and before long, you find yourself drained and barely able to keep up with all the work and you’re not even getting paid what you’re worth. You start to burn out and your professional and personal relationships start to suffer. The solution to this is to charge more and land high-paying clients. You can earn more with less time and your health and quality of life will improve as well.This audiobook will teach you all the information you need on how you can land high-paying clients by providing excellent client service. You will learn useful tips and proven strategies on how you can close high-paying clients each and every time. This audiobook will teach you about the following topics:- Why Go For High Paying Clients- What It Takes to Close High Paying Clients- How to Position Yourself as an Expert- How to Identify and Qualifying the Right Clients- The Sales Process- Sales Objections- How to Price Your Product and Services- How to Deliver the Results After the Payment is Made- And many more!When you are able to offer solutions to your client’s problems, your clients would be willing to pay more. You just have to learn to target the right clients and before long, you will have a long list of high paying clients. To learn more on the effective techniques on landing high paying clients, scroll up and click “add to cart” today!Show book
Looking for an advantage in an unfair world? The rules of poker tell you how to play—but not how to win. You win by bluffing, looking for your opponent’s tells, remembering cards, and intimidation. So why is it that in business we spend so much time teaching the rules, and so little finding new ways to win? For the last decade, expert in strategic communications Emily Ross and bestselling business author Alistair Croll have studied hundreds of brands, start-ups, leaders, and activists that employed an unfair advantage to conquer their competition. Here they offer an insight into their innovative go-to-market strategy in an attention economy that they call Just Evil Enough. Packed with fascinating case studies that will inspire your inner supervillain, Just Evil Enough includes practical frameworks like the Recon Canvas and the Long Funnel, along with eleven fundamental tactics such as Reframing, Bait-and-Switch, and Misappropriation that show up time and again when underdogs challenge the status quo and reinvent their industries. Revealing the secrets and mindset of some of the best subversive marketers in the business, Just Evil Enough is the essential handbook for anyone who wants to cut through the noise and stride ahead in the attention economy.Show book
This work provides a concise synthesis of the key insights and analysis from Never Split the Difference. It is an independent summary, not the original book, and has no affiliation with or endorsement from the original publication. Created for readers who want a clear, thought-provoking overview, it distills the central themes and ideas while preserving the depth and relevance of the work. Drawing from high-stakes negotiations, this book introduces a psychological approach that challenges conventional ideas about compromise. It emphasizes tactical empathy, calibrated questions, and the power of “no” to gain control of conversations. Readers learn how to uncover hidden motivations, influence perception, and secure better outcomes in both professional and personal situations. With real-life stories and actionable strategies, it redefines negotiation as a human-centered art where emotional intelligence is as important as strategy.Show book
More than ever, customer relations and engagement are key components of a company's success. Companies that are intent on tracking their customer's ever-changing requirements and improving their services know the best business management model begins with customer focus and ends with customer satisfaction. Total Quality Management: Customers and Products explores how meeting customers' needs and complete satisfaction dictates a company's direction and actions. If you want to know how the most successful companies get the most from their quality initiatives, George and Weimerskirch lay out the best practices to put to work now.Show book
Are you an aspiring entrepreneur navigating the exhilarating yet often chaotic world of startups? Are you feeling overwhelmed by the constant need to make numerous decisions, constraints on available resources, and the pervasive presence of uncertainty? Breathe easy, because "Startup Survival Tactics: Your Practical Guide" is here to be your compass in the storm. Discover: · The Essential Mindset: Shift your perspective from idealistic dreamer to strategic decision-maker with a laser focus on growth and sustainability. · Resourceful Navigation: Learn to leverage limited resources with maximum impact, mastering bootstrapping techniques and creative financing strategies. · Building Your Dream Team: Identify the key team players you need, recruit effectively, and nurture a culture of collaboration and innovation. · Market Validation Made Easy: Master the art of customer research, ensuring your product solves real problems and resonates with your target audience. · Marketing with Impact: Go beyond guesswork and embrace data-driven strategies to reach your ideal customers and convert them into loyal advocates. · Agility is Key: Learn to adapt quickly to changing market conditions, embrace failure as a learning opportunity, and pivot seamlessly when needed. Stop feeling lost in the startup whirlwind and take control of your journey. "Startup Survival Tactics: Your Practical Guide" is your roadmap to navigate the challenges, make informed decisions, and emerge victorious. Join the ranks of successful entrepreneurs and build the thriving startup you've always envisioned!Show book
