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  Logic of Collective Action The:...

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  This is a concise summary and analysis of The Logic of Collective Action, by Mancur Olson.
   
  It is not the original book and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Mancur Olson.
   
  Ideal those seeking a quick and insightful overview.
   
  The Logic of Collective Action is a groundbreaking exploration of the paradoxical dynamics behind group behavior. This influential work dissects how individuals, acting in their own self-interest, often fail to act collectively—even when it benefits the entire group. From labor unions to environmental movements, the book reveals why smaller, more focused groups often achieve their goals, while larger groups face significant obstacles. Blending economic theory, sociology, and political science, this analysis provides a compelling framework for understanding cooperation, free-riding, and the challenges of organizing collective efforts. A must-read for anyone seeking to comprehend the forces shaping social, political, and economic groups.

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  The Voice of Math - Unlock Your...

  Dave Kester

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  A journey through math.Have you always wondered about the mysteries of the universe? The patterns we see in life aren’t a coincidence, and it’s taken thousands of years for us to see it.Take a dive into a book where we analyze what you think you know then turn it on its head. Did we always know that the patterns we see in seashells also exist in galaxies? Did ancient societies unlock the key to coding, and can we use principles thousands of years old to create innovations that were once just science fiction?Journey into The Voice of Math, a fascinating dive into understanding numbers, where they came from, and where they can take us, not only in laboratories, but in our daily lives.

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  Parenting Boys and Girls with...

  Henrietta Shepard

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  Chart the ADHD Course with Ease with this 2 - Book Combo Set!  
  Have a kid diagnosed with ADHD and you are clueless on what to do? 
  Are you blaming yourself for what happened and wondering how this happened?  
  Looking for ways to help minimize the symptoms and help your kid every step of the way?   
  Being diagnosed with ADHD at a young age is not the end of the world. You may feel guilty right now, wondering if you have done something that caused your kid to have this condition. You may feel overwhelmed and confused about how to give the best support to your kid and get the best treatment option available. Not to worry, I am here to help.  
  I have something for you that will help support you and your kid manage these behaviors and later on help you lead a fulfilling life. My complete 2-book set, ADHD Parenting Guide for Hyperactive Boys and Epic Wins for ADHD Kids, will not only tell you what ADHD really is about but also give you proven strategies on how to handle the symptoms and support your kid all the way.  
  The first part of this bundle focuses on what ADHD is all about, its types, common myths, and how an ADHD brain works. It will also tell you how to have a positive mindset and effective ways you can communicate with your kid.  
  The second part focuses on how you can help your kid build their confidence, focus, and improve their social skills. It will also give you tips on how you can help them manage their emotions, inspire creativity, and improve their academic skills.  
  It's important to remember that ADHD is a neurodevelopmental disorder and not a result of bad parenting so don't ever blame yourself. This is not gonna be a walk in the park but manageable. With proper tools and a support system, we can conquer ADHD...together. Get Your's Today! 

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  The Collapse of the Soviet Union...

  Fredrich Hazelton

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  The Soviet Union, once the most powerful socialist state on the planet, dominated global politics and economics for much of the 20th century. From its establishment in 1922 until its disintegration in 1991, the USSR stood as a superpower, rivaling the United States in military strength, technological innovation, and ideological influence. The Soviet Union was not just a political entity; it was the manifestation of a grand vision of socialist governance that sought to reshape the world. Its rise to power was marked by revolution, war, and the forging of a unique socio-economic structure that stood in stark contrast to the capitalist world. 
    
  However, by the late 1980s, the Soviet Union faced insurmountable challenges. The centralized economy, which had initially driven industrial growth, was beginning to falter under the weight of inefficiency and stagnation. The military and political dominance the USSR had long enjoyed began to erode, and the ideological tenets that had once inspired its citizens no longer resonated with the younger generation. The political leadership, while still powerful, was marked by infighting, and the population grew disillusioned with the government’s inability to reform. Amid this turmoil, Mikhail Gorbachev ascended to the position of General Secretary of the Communist Party of the Soviet Union in 1985. Gorbachev’s policies of perestroika (restructuring) and glasnost (openness) sought to address the growing dissatisfaction and revive the Soviet state, but they inadvertently exposed the deep-rooted problems that had been festering for decades. 
    
  The decision to allow greater political freedom and economic flexibility unintentionally sparked a wave of unrest throughout the Soviet republics. Nationalist movements, long suppressed, began to rise, and demands for greater autonomy became louder...

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  The Articulate Attorney - Public...

  Brian K. Johnson, Marsha Hunter

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  Addressing the distinctive communication skills expected of attorneys—and based on three decades of experience coaching lawyers—this manual of practical, useful solutions integrates cutting-edge discoveries in human factors, linguistics, neuroscience, gesture studies, and sports psychology. These techniques will transform any attorney into a more confident speaker, whether addressing colleagues in a conference room, counseling clients in a boardroom, or presenting a CLE in a ballroom. Including tips on bringing the presentation off of one's notes and using direct eye contact, the book answers such common questions as: How do I channel nervous energy into dynamic delivery? What is a reliable way to remember what I want to say? How do I stop saying "um" and think in silence instead? and Why is gesturing so important? Topics are divided into chapters on the body, the brain, and the voice, with an extra section specifically dedicated to practice.

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  Getting Started with Mind...

  360K Pro Publishing

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  You’ve probably heard of mind maps before. In school you surely had teachers create them more than once, with a main idea in the middle, and the branches that popped out in all directions, with sub-themes, which looked like a giant spider on the blackboard. You probably didn’t give much thought to them back then, and you’ve probably even forgotten about them in general by now. 
  	The thing is, though they might bring you back to thoughts of elementary-level learning, Mind Maps can be an excellent visual tool for pretty much everything you can imagine. It’s been argued that the type of memory people use the most is visual. Mind Maps are great for exploiting this memory because they have the additional benefit of working similar to the way our mind does. 
  	We have grown used to note-taking and list-making, but our brain does not work in a linear way; it actually functions by making free associations between ideas that branch from one onto the other. Mind Maps are the same. You part from a main idea, which then opens onto more sub-topics that are related directly to it. This helps structure the information you will be working with, which in turn helps you analyze, understand, and compress the data correctly, which then makes it easier for you to remember it and create new ideas parting from that point. 
  	Mind Maps are a very simple way to arrange your thoughts in an analytical, but also artistic way, something that makes more than one area of your brain work on it, making it engage various cognitive functions, so that you can learn or organize your ideas better. This book will teach you mind mapping techniques from A to Z. Get it Now!

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