Decision-Making & Problem Solving

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The guru to the gurus at last shares his knowledge with the rest of us....

The difference between growing your business and going out of business is your ability to think strategically. The problem is, most leaders are stuck in the operational weeds, struggling to find the time to make better strategic decisions. This challenge is only heightened by the rise of AI.

From the creator of Valuetainment, the number-one YouTube channel for entrepreneurs, and “one of the most exciting thinkers” in business today, comes a practical and effective guide for thinking more clearly and achieving your most audacious professional goals....

Ray Dalio, one of the world's most successful investors and entrepreneurs, shares the unconventional principles that he's developed, refined, and used over the past 40 years....

How do we play to succeed in the game we’re in? In this revelatory new audiobook, Simon Sinek offers a framework for leading with an infinite mindset....

From the author of the international blockbuster The Psychology of Money comes a powerful new tool to unlock one of life’s most challenging puzzles....

From finding a spouse to finding a parking spot, from organizing one's inbox to understanding the workings of human memory, Algorithms to Live By transforms the wisdom of computer science into strategies for human living....

Ben Horowitz, cofounder of Andreessen Horowitz and one of Silicon Valley’s most respected entrepreneurs, offers essential advice on building and running a startup....

In his landmark best seller The Tipping Point, Malcolm Gladwell redefined how we understand the world around us....

Poker champion turned business consultant Annie Duke teaches you how to get comfortable with uncertainty and make better decisions as a result....

From the best-selling author of The Black Swan and one of the foremost thinkers of our time, a book on how some things actually benefit from disorder. Taleb’s message is revolutionary: What is not antifragile will surely perish....

From the author of Expecting Better, The Family Firm, and The Unexpected an economist's guide to the early years of parenting.

Why is it so hard to make lasting changes in our companies, in our communities, and in our own lives? The primary obstacle is a conflict that's built into our brains, say Chip and Dan Heath, authors of the critically acclaimed best seller Made to Stick....

Developing and implementing a strategy is the central task of a leader. A good strategy is a specific and coherent response to - and approach for - overcoming the obstacles to progress. A good strategy works by harnessing and applying power where it will have the greatest effect....

You might believe you’re thinking clearly in the moments that matter most. But in all likelihood, when the pressure is on, you won’t be thinking at all....

With straight talk and practical solutions, Jared Tendler brings a new voice to trading psychology. In The Mental Game of Trading, he busts myths about emotions, greed, and discipline, and shows you how to look past the obvious to identify the real reasons you're struggling....

Nothing is more inspiring than a big vision that becomes a triumphant, new reality. Think of how the Empire State Building went from a sketch to the jewel of New York's skyline in twenty-one months, or how Apple’s iPod went from a project with a single employee to a product launch in eleven months.

In this book you'll find all the tools, strategies, and techniques you need to improve your memory....

The Great Mental Models: General Thinking Concepts is the first book in The Great Mental Models series designed to upgrade your thinking with the best, most useful and powerful tools so you always have the right one on hand....

From the best-selling author of Thinking in Bets comes a toolkit for mastering the skill of quitting to achieve greater success....

Software as a Science is the definitive guide to engineering growth in a recurring revenue business—in the simplest way possible.

In Joel's Schwartzberg's 10-plus years as a strategic communications trainer, the biggest obstacle he's come across is that most speakers and writers don't have a point....

Performing Under Pressure tackles the greatest obstacle to personal success, whether in a sales presentation....

The coauthors of the New York Times best-selling Difficult Conversations take on the toughest topic of all: How we see ourselves. In Thanks for the Feedback, they explain why receiving feedback is so crucial yet so challenging....

A vital book for leaders and decision makers, The Evolution of Cooperation reveals how cooperative principles help us think better about everything from military strategy, to political elections, to family dynamics.

Value investing is not just a system for success in the market. It is also an intellectual toolkit for achieving a deeper understanding of the world. In The Joys of Compounding, the value investor Gautam Baid builds a holistic approach to value investing and philosophy from his wide-ranging reading, combining practical approaches, self-cultivation, and business wisdom. Distilling investment and life lessons into a comprehensive guide, Baid integrates the strategies and wisdom of preeminent figures whose teachings have stood the test of time.

In What Matters Next: A Leader's Guide to Making Human-Friendly Tech Decisions in a World That's Moving Too Fast, renowned author and consultant Kate O'Neill delivers a roadmap to achieve business growth, transformation, and innovation through the use of emerging technologies—but crucially, in a human-centric manner that benefits both business and humanity.

In The Highflier Handbook, renowned executive coach and advisor, Allen N. Weiner, guides listeners through the essential qualities and behaviors that distinguish outstanding performers in the workplace. The book addresses the common challenge of being overlooked for leadership roles despite competence and hard work.

In a world defined by constant change, increasing complexity, and mounting demands, individuals and organizations alike are faced with a critical choice: survive or thrive. This handbook is dedicated to those who choose to thrive—those who are ready to reclaim authorship of their own story, empower their businesses, personal lives, families, and communities, as they foster cultures where the full potential of individuals and groups can shine. The concepts you will explore throughout these chapters are drawn from our book Thriving in Business and Life. More than theories, these principles ...

En El sistema SURGE, el prolífico autor de libros para pequeñas empresas Mike Michalowicz comparte el proceso de cinco pasos para identificar tendencias en tu mercado. Después de leer sus historias desde las trincheras y su enfoque sensato, te darás cuenta de que no necesitas esperar a un golpe de suerte.

The Ultimate Guide to Turning Knowledge into Wealth and Relevance In a world where change is constant and competition relentless, staying still means falling behind. Learn More to Earn More is your essential guide to thriving in the knowledge economy—where continuous learning isn’t optional, it’s your greatest advantage. This transformative book reveals how sharpening your skills and expanding your mindset can unlock greater income, deeper confidence, and long-term career relevance. Whether you're a student shaping your future, a professional aiming higher, or an entrepreneur seeking ...

イシュー思考は、目的を少ない時間と手間で超速で達成する、いわば、〝超特急〞のような思考法ですので、ビジネスパーソンはもちろん、研究者や学生も含め、多くの方々が使えるようになってほしいものです。

What vs. How: The Career-Changing Shift to Outcome Thinking The mind shift every emerging leader needs to stop doing more and start leading better. If you're a mid-level manager who’s spent years proving yourself by doing the work, this book is your blueprint for making the pivotal leap to leading the work. In What vs. How, bestselling author and leadership strategist Kim Groshek reveals how outcome thinking separates tactical managers from visionary leaders. This book is a practical and powerful guide for high performers ready to break through the ceiling of execution and embrace ...

Unlock the Power of Strategic Thinking to Lead with Clarity, Confidence, and Purpose Do you struggle with making bold decisions without risking too much? Are you caught between reacting impulsively and overanalyzing every choice? Discover how to break free from reactive patterns and become a decisive, strategic leader. In "The Strategic Thinker: Make Smart Decisions with Calm Precision", you’ll follow the journey of Michael—a leader who transitions from feeling overwhelmed to becoming a strategic thinker who makes impactful choices. Learn practical techniques and mindset shifts that ...

In The Answer Is a Question, multi-award-winning performance consultants Dominic and Laura Ashley-Timms set out a simple approach for rehumanising the practice of management. In a step-by-step walk-through of their groundbreaking STAR® model (used by FTSE and Fortune 500 companies), they’ll show how you can develop a new superpower that’s been proven to work by the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) in a major academic study across sixty-two organisations.

Whether you're aiming to enhance your career, lead more effectively, or simply live with greater purpose, The Science of Being Great empowers you to think bigger, act decisively, and build the life you genuinely desire.

WARNING: This is NOT a book for decisive people. If you know what you want in life and confidently make choices without having a full-blown existential meltdown, please move along. This book is for overthinkers, procrastinators, and chronically indecisive disasters who would rather launch themselves into the sun than commit to literally anything.

Você às vezes sente que está constantemente cercado por pessoas que tomam decisões terríveis que afetam negativamente você e sua vida? Se sim, você não está sozinho! Em Gente Tóxica: Identificação, Análise e Superação de Influências Negativas, mergulhamos fundo na psicologia e no comportamento de pessoas que apresentam comportamentos confusos e destrutivos. Esse livro perspicaz revela as razões por trás das táticas de manipulação usadas pelas pessoas estúpidas e seu impacto nas interações sociais, na comunicação e até mesmo na violência e no abuso.

Do you sometimes feel that you are constantly surrounded by people who make terrible decisions that negatively affect you and your life? If so, you're not alone! In The Stupid People, we take a deep dive into the psychology and behavior of people who exhibit confusing and destructive behaviors.