Greg Whyte learnt from an early age that the biggest obstacle in life was people telling him 'No, you can't'. But we all have the ability to achieve what others may tell you is impossible. Don't listen to them. Success is not a chance event. With proper planning, preparation and vision, Professor Whyte has the knowledge and methods that can turn the ordinary into the extraordinary. With expert but simple to understand advice, useful diagrams and structured...

'Who Moved My Cheese?' is a simple parable that reveals profound truths. Cheese is a metaphor for what you want in life - whether it is a good job, a loving relationship, money or a possession, health or spiritual peace of mind.

Most literature on business, communication and success is focused on extroverts, who feel comfortable networking, talking and being the centre of attention. But at least 30% of the population are introverts, and they are now finding their voice. 'Quiet Impact' is already an international phenomenon. Using the latest psychological research, and Dr Loehken's own extensive experience coaching introverts in the workplace, it is packed with practical advice...

Do you ever think you?re the only one making any sense? Or tried to reason with your partner with disastrous results? Do long, rambling answers drive you crazy? Or does your colleague?s abrasive manner get your back up? You are not alone. After a disastrous meeting with a highly successful entrepreneur, who was genuinely convinced he was ?surrounded by idiots?, communication expert and bestselling author, Thomas Erikson dedicated himself to understanding...

Success is no longer just about talent, or knowledge or skill. Today, it is also about freeing ourselves from the blinkers and blind spots that beset us all, and harnessing a critical new ingredient: cognitive diversity. Matthew Syed offers a radical new approach to success and a route map to how we can tackle our most complex challenges, such as obesity, terrorism and climate change. He draws upon cutting-edge research in psychology, economics and...

'The End of Average' is a groundbreaking book on the emerging science of the individual, and what it means for education, the workplace and the wider society.

Jim Loehr draws upon two decades of work to reveal surprising insights about achievement motivation. Specifically, he finds that the blind pursuit of external achievement often results in emptiness, addiction, and poor performance.

No matter what your speaking challenge is, this inspirational, cleverly illustrated book will ensure you perform with passion, power and persuasion. Whether you're chasing a job, planning a pitch, giving a speech at a wedding, presenting to one or one thousand people, you'll discover how to: use the rule of three to win any audience over; prepare so you can be yourself; and embrace the unknown and conquer any fear.

With structured, reflective and practical activities, this text seeks to enable students to think creatively and constructively about personal, academic and career goals. Individuals are encouraged to identify what success really means to them and to plan a path towards achieving their aims.

Work is a tricky business - the politics, the workload, the career ladder. It can take years and years of battling away and learning through mistakes to fully get to grips with the dos and don'ts. Don't learn the hard way - get work advice from some of the world's most successful people, all in one place!