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Naturally Successful is the 2021 winner of the Australian Business Book Award for Best Management and HR Book.***The sustainability and social change challenges that we face in business and society today can be difficult to even think about. It is easy to lose optimism and hope. The amount of work to be done is overwhelming...and urgent! Uncertainty, complexity and change are constant. Many leaders are exhausted and frustrated by the lack of progress. Performance and wellbeing suffer.Naturally Successful is for leaders who want to create positive change for people and planet...and be well at the same time.You will learn how to:Optimise your personal energy levels and mindset to be fully in charge and thriveConnect more deeply with ''difficult'' people and influence them without authorityUnderstand the influence of different environments and contexts on your workBe a wise leader who can channel natural energy flows for better resultsDrawing on decades of connecting organisational leaders with ancient wisdom traditions, the natural world, modern psychology and a systems view of life, the author guides us through a comprehensive leadership roadmap offering new perspectives and tools that enable leaders to face the mess we are in - in a calm and effective way. Discover the Naturally Successful processes that will support you to feel energised, influential and impactful.

The world is changing at a rapid rate. It's throwing up an endless supply of opportunities - and risks. In other words, it is disruptive. How does a business survive, and indeed thrive, in the midst of this disruption?By embracing the disruption and providing the direction and environment that helps make the most of the opportunities it creates. Leaders can transform their business and thrive in times of rapid change by applying the three attributes of the Fit for Disruption model: Be Commercial: Fit for Disruption leaders have a focus on the structure and control of the organisation. They understand where they are going and why. They build a business model that is profitable. Create Solutions: Fit for Disruption leaders don't stand still. They are inquisitive, they want to be better at what they do, and they love to solve problems. They are innovators. And they employ the people who can help them do and be all these things. Effect Change: Fit for Disruption leaders build momentum and energy around a cause. They take an idea and make it happen. They are not pontificators; they focus on action and deeply connect to their people and customers.When leaders build their business on these three attributes, they will not only navigate the storms of disruption, but begin to create their own opportunities and become the disruptors of the future.

Have you ever wanted to live the Ironman dream of qualifying for the Hawaii Ironman - and completing it? But what will it take to improve your Ironman training and racing so you achieve the result you want and make this a reality?The biggest challenge Ironman athletes face is not their lack of motivation or determination. They face three key problems: Lack of know-how around Ironman triathlon training and racing principles. Lack of long-term strategy for improvement. Lack of a training plan and accountability.Journey to Kona will teach you how to successfully prepare and train for your next Ironman triathlon, including: How to implement specific Ironman training principles to improve your Ironman triathlon fitness. How the different elements of Ironman triathlon - training, pacing, nutrition, tapering and more - apply to you. How ot invest your time well and get the best training results. How to plan, prepare for and race your best Ironman triathlon. How to have more fun swimming, biking and running!By the end of Journey to Kona, you will have unlocked an unwavering belief in yourself. You will have confidence that your training is going to improve and your racing is going to improve, and you will hit the start line confident that you are going to finish your best Ironman triathlon.

Why do so many men struggle once they leave the workforce? Isn't it what they've been working towards for their entire career?When successful men make the move out of full-time work into the next stage of their life, many are challenged by the transition. Though they've got the finances sorted, money's the first and often only thing they tend to concern themselves with beforehand, when it's actually the last thing they need worry about. Beyond the money, there's now an extra forty to sixty hours a week that they have failed to plan and prepare for.Beyond the Money is a practical guide for successful men leaving full-time work. Filled with case studies, exercises and tips for managing change, it helps you make the leap into the next stage of your life.At long last here's a book that explores seven wealth areas beyond the money.Author Steve Mendl explains how to make the transition from full-time work smoother, simpler and a lot more enjoyable for you, your friends and the whole family.This book is for you if you are: Aged between forty-five and sixty-five and planning to leave the full-time workforce. Wondering what you will do with an extra forty to sixty hours a week and wanting to avoid falling off the ';retirement cliff'. Feeling hesitant about one of the biggest life changes that people go through. Eager to make the next stage of your life meaningful, satisfying and enjoyable.

Do you ever feel like you're walking blindfolded towards retirement? Do you wonder if there is a better way to prepare?It can be jarring going from working flat out one week to being newly retired the next. We've all heard stories of people who retire only to return to work six months later. While this can be for financial reasons, if you haven't given enough thought to your purpose in this new chapter of your life, there is every chance you will find the early stages of retirement mentally and emotionally hard.In Finding Joy in Retirement, Jon Glass and David Kennedy share their unique perspectives on exactly what it takes to thrive when your career comes to an end, based on Jon's unique retirement coaching conversations and David's interviews with inspiring older Australians from all walks of life.Jon shares the ideas, tools, and methods he uses in his successful retirement coaching practice, 64 PLUS, to shift your thinking and open your eyes to the infinite possibilities of life after work. David then provides a window into the priceless experiences of others, with inspiring stories that shed light on the challenges and triumphs of successful retirement transitions. You'll discover: The 4 essential questions you must answer to discover new meaning in life after work. Why traditional approaches to retirement planning need to change. Valuable advice from recent retirees and colourful stories of unique retirement journeys.You get one chance to make retirement extraordinary. This uplifting book will inspire you to plan for, and work towards, the life that YOU wish to lead beyond the nine to five.Retirement: You won't know what it's like until you get there.

How confident are you when it comes to managing your finances?Do you have a clearly defined goal and a plan mapped out to get you there?Or are you so busy with life's day-to-day activities that your finances are left on autopilot?If making financial decisions leaves you feeling overwhelmed, you are not alone. In fact, research has found that women are not as confident as men when it comes to managing finances, regardless of their actual financial literacy!If you wish you could be better with your money but just don't seem to have the time, this book is for you. Written by a working mum of two, Wonder Woman's Guide to Money will give you the tools you need to take control of your financial future, including: How to break out of the debt spiral and get better at saving The secret to becoming mortgage-free and building equity The key to growing your money the safe way The lowdown on offset accounts, life insurance and wills The four steps to getting on top of your super The simple backup plan to safeguard your future Bonus resources to help put your newfound knowledge into action And much more!

Are you struggling with your weight? Your moods? Your motivation? Is life just not quite the picture of balance and bliss you wish it could be?We're finally waking up to the importance of sleep. The latest research shows just how vital a role quality sleep plays in protecting against diseases, stabilising mental and emotional health, regulating weight, enhancing productivity and creativity, and even making us more attractive.Yet almost three-quarters of Australian adults are struggling with chronic sleep deprivation, and with it, a host of physical, emotional and mental problems that are making life less than optimal. Author Tim Simon was one of the casualties until a time of crisis brought on a sleep epiphany and started him back on the path to a healthy and fulfilling life.Now Tim is on a mission to share his sleep-centric approach to wellbeing. Drawing on expertise from health professionals and Tim's own industry and personal experience, Sleep and Grow Healthy exposes the issues behind the modern sleep-debt crisis, reveals why sleep is the key to thinking, working, moving, eating and loving well, and shows you how to get the sleep you need to live the life you truly desire.

In A Childfree Happily Ever After, entrepreneur, fur-parent and childfree advocate Tanya Williams dives deep into the reasons why women choose to have or not to have children, including the social, cultural and biological factors that influence our decisions.Just some of the topics this book covers include: How young girls are raised to become mothers The social and cultural pressures facing women when it comes to motherhood The myth of the ticking biological clock What the blokes think (yes, it takes two to tango!) How to find your own path to fulfilmentA Childfree Happily Ever After brings the childfree conversation to life, lifts the veil on how childfree women are treated in society, and shares true stories of women from all walks of life.If you are childfree or unsure if you want to have children, this book will help you to respond to the judgement, find your voice and make a decision thats right for you.

Are you a public sector or non-profit leader who is having trouble getting alignment of ideas and people? Do you feel your mission is diluted by pressures to perform, to compete, or to make budget? Are you surrounded by opportunities, but can't easily decide which to go for, and which to let go? And, even more frustratingly, are you invisible, unknown or misunderstood by your customers? Over two decades of consulting to all types of public sector agencies, Andrew has developed an impressive framework and strategic process that overcomes many of the common hurdles that stop government agencies and non-profits from doing their best work. From Impossible to Possible is the first definitive, step-by-step guide for public value leaders who need to lead change to deal with new, complex realities. Andrew shares his knowledge and experience unreservedly to help you create dramatic impact in turbulent times and be seen by others as credible and effective. Stop working the way you are, read this book, and discuss at least one of the chapters with your boss, your team or you partners. And then see what happens next.

Your retirement is fast approaching. It should be a time of celebration, but you have more questions than answers.Will you struggle to fill your days with meaningful activities? Will you lose your sense of identity and purpose? Will you outlive your money?The combination of longer life expectancies, declining government support, and a reduction in job security means you need to completely rethink your approach to this phase of life.Fortunately, there is hope.In End of the Retirement Age, David Kennedy presents an optimistic exploration of the forces shaping the retirement landscape, the surprising economic opportunity of an ageing population, and the inspiring ways a generation is redefining retirement in pursuit of meaning, purpose and prosperity.You'll discover: Why retirement in its current form is redundant. How you can adapt to the changing retirement landscape, including tips and strategies to help you prepare. Why older Australians hold the key to Australia's economic prosperity. Inspiring stories from a broad cross-section of retirees.If you are serious about planning for life after work, this book will help you understand the challenges and opportunities of the new retirement playing field, while providing insights, stories and strategies to help you adapt and thrive in this new reality.The retirement age is over. What takes its place has the potential to be transformational.

As an executive of an electric utility, have you wondered how you will navigate increasing regulatory uncertainty, appeal to disheartened consumers, and balance short-term returns with long-term sustainability?You're not alone. Utility companies the world over are grappling with the unprecedented rate of change occurring within the industry, and are becoming increasingly concerned about being left behind.The Digital Utility provides a simple, yet powerful, six-step framework that will set you up for future success. You'll learn how to leverage energy data to provide services customers want, gain support from relevant stakeholders, and drive business growth. Written by author Wayne Pales, this book is based on Wayne's extensive industry knowledge and experience.You'll discover:The secret to becoming a competitive monopoly in the industry.Six industry truths you cannot ignore.Four key principles to fast-track your success.A diagnostic tool to determine current performance across five key categories.How to create a digital utility roadmap using the six-step ENERGY framework.If you're determined to transform your business and become a utility of the future, The Digital Utility will help make it happen.

How many times have you examined your financial situation and wondered, ';How do I find enough money to pay off my mortgage, afford a holiday, or pay school fees for my children and grandchildren?' Imagine how easy life would be if you won the lottery, or found a stash of hidden treasure. You'd be able to afford everything your heart desires, and ensure your family is well taken care of. Imagine paying off your mortgage once and for all, taking that dream holiday you and your spouse have always talked about, or being able to contribute to your grandkids' tuition. It sounds wonderful, doesn't it? Well, it's all within reach because you're sitting on a gold mine. That's right. You can come up with the money you so desire because there is treasure buried in your backyard. This book presents detailed information for property owners who want to subdivide and develop their land, so they can free up much-needed cash for their future. It reveals the opportunities and pitfalls of subdividing and developing a block of land, and how to leverage what you have while avoiding common mistakes.

Do you dream of giving your family a better home, in a better location, for a better price?A home that gives your kids the space they need to grow and the freedom they need to flourish?In Building Home boutique property developer Natalie Stevens shares the knowledge she's gained working within her family business which has provided more than 1000 families with the perfect place to build their home. If you ever had doubts about building a home, then doubt no more. You're about to learn why building puts you a big step ahead.The Home Build in a Box system shows you just how easy it can be to have the perfect plan in place to build your new home. The five-step journey tells you exactly where to start, where to turn and what to look out for along the way. What's more, it unleashes a mountain of value that you never knew existed. In this book you'll learn how to: Establish your budget and stick to it Prioritise your needs, wants and desires Choose your perfect block of land Find or create your perfect floorplan Engage a builder who's right for youBest of all, you'll discover how to spend your budget on the areas of your home that will bring you the most happiness.This is your chance to give your family more lifestyle for less on a journey that will transform your life in ways you never imagined possible. So what are you waiting for?

Is your business starved of successful new product innovation?If your new products are regularly failing in market, youre not alone. Over 45% of food and beverage products dont last more than one year on the shelf, resulting in hungry businesses with no clue about what will drive their long-term growth.Innovation Feast will show you how to create and manage successful new product ideas using a comprehensive five-stage innovation framework. Packed full of practical hands-on innovation tools and exercises, youll learn how to: Uncover fresh consumer insights to inspire new product ideas. Identify untapped opportunities where your competitors wont go. Create a three-year pipeline of winning product ideas to fuel business growth. Manage your innovation plans to prioritise resources and maximise in-market success.Innovation Feast will help you answer those burning questions: How much should I innovate? Where should I focus my efforts? What type of new products should I make? How do I increase in-market success?If your business is starved of successful new product innovation, this how-to book is a must-read to create food and beverages that people really want.

The Deliberate Digital Marketer outlines six simple steps you can take to become an in-demand digital marketing expert and includes input from marketers who share insights into their success.

Every teenager can reach their full potential, especially if they make the most of their opportunities.In 28 Tips for Teenagers, Craig Goddard identifies a range of simple yet powerful skills that can have a big impact in supporting teenagers to achieve their personal goalsCraig's tips are drawn from his personal experience - in the schoolyard, in business and in life - and include how to: Deal with your time at school Speak and act in front of people Create a plan for life after school Find guidance and support Fast track your progressMany teenagers don't realise that the smallest changes can have the biggest impact. The suggestions contained in this book are simple and easy to implement. "Everyone deserves their best shot at success. In this book, Craig shares 28 practical and helpful tips to help you achieve your best. This book is a must read for every teenager and adult."- Billy Brownless, Media personality and former AFL player"If you choose a job or career you like, present yourself well, work hard and continue to look for opportunities, anyone can be successful. How you conduct yourself plays a big part. In this book there are many suggestions that will help you make the most of those opportunities." - Lindsay Fox Businessman and owner Linfox Transport

There are many ways couples can end up in court or in adversarial negotiations, but there are just as many ways to avoid ending up that way. Sometimes the issues that cause people to go to court look large, like where the children will live or who will get the house, and sometimes they can look small but feel huge. What all family court cases have in common is intense emotion; emotion that is disguised as an argument about ';facts', because you can't really have an argument about emotion in a court, can you?Where couples are embroiled in the court system for years, where disputes grow so bitter that former spouses cannot even be in the same room, where the legal battle costs hundreds of thousands of dollars, and where both adult children and younger children are hurt by what's gone on between their parents.Ultimately, a bad divorce hurts everyone in the family, the extended family and the friendship circle.Your children could get caught in the middle of arguments, and find themselves in the role of messenger or peacekeeper. They may withdraw from the pain of family life by whatever means they have, through silence, spending a lot of time elsewhere, travel or moving out. They may decide to assert themselves as much as possible, and sometimes retreat into substance abuse or a strong flirtation with ';the wrong crowd'.You and your spouse could get so caught up in the conflict and in claiming what you feel is rightfully yours that you lose sight of everything you used to love and respect about this person you had planned to spend your life with, until nothing but bitterness remains.And eventually, when the dust settles, once you realise that the fight wasn't worth it and you should have done it differently, all you have created is a lifetime of conflict. The good thing is that it doesn't have to be this way.You and your spouse don't need to fight tooth and nail for every last cent until you can't stand to be in the same room as each other.It's possible to have a divorce where, even though you and your spouse might be hurting, you agree to focus on making the best of it, for yourself, your children, and the people who care about your family.It's possible to reach a settlement that leaves most of your money in your pocket. While you will have to compromise on some things, by working in collaboration you will spend less money on your legal costs, and have the added value of emotional and financial planning support. It's possible to separate in a way that shields your children from what is going on in their parents' relationship. This is true for adult children as well as younger children. If asked, children would usually prefer that their parents stayed together, but separation doesn't have to cause lasting damage to them if their parents can get it right.With this perspective, the mark of a successful marriage doesn't need to be staying together for fifty or sixty years and having your anniversary commemorated in the local paper.Instead, it is possible for a marriage to end in a way that sets your whole family up for a positive life after divorce.It isn't the separation itself that could damage your family, but the way in which you go about it. If you and your spouse are willing to work together for the common good of your family and have the support you need, there is no reason why you and your children can't maintain healthy relationships.Ultimately, the kind of separation and divorce you have will affect your recovery and wellbeing after divorce.

Eager to find out how to groom employees, grow customer satisfaction while creating great performance?The need for organisations to change is bigger than ever before, with the impact of disruptive technical developments on the competitive landscape, a new generation of employees seeking greater engagement and purpose, and changing customer expectations.Organisations and their leaders have to learn how to respond to these new challenges and opportunities, or they will be left behind. Adapting requires leadership that can challenge employees to be alert for opportunities, and become capable to develop and implement new ideas for continuous action improvement.In a Practical Guide for Behavioural Leadership, managers will get a ready-to-use structure and toolbox, to: Discover the tasks and responsibilities of managers and employees during the preparation for and execution of change, with the MILL model. Learn the overarching structure of engagement and empowerment, combined with care and control to create instant results and firmly embed change. Achieve the best results and the highest value for all stakeholders, with insights and tools to grow and groom teams and individuals. Find out how to transform your organisation into a learning, high-performance organisation

B2B sales is harder than ever before. Product lifecycles are getting shorter, sales cycles are getting longer, there are more competitors entering the market, and buyers are doing most of their research online before they even call you. When you finally get the meeting, buyers only want your best price.Despite all of this, your manager keeps asking for more - more calls, more meetings, faster, faster, faster!You're stuck between a rock and a hard place - a more challenging sales environment than ever before on one side, and ever-increasing quotas and expectations on the other.How will you respond? Wait and see how it all unfolds? Or fight for your career and your livelihood?In The Future of the Sales Profession, sales leader Graham Hawkins shares the cold, hard truths about the new realities facing the sales profession, and how you can protect and enhance your career.