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Are you a technical professional ready to break free from corporate life and launch a consulting business—but unsure where to start? Start Smart is your step-by-step launch guide tailored for engineers, scientists, analysts, and other technical professionals. This AI-powered playbook shows you how to transform your expertise into a thriving solo or boutique consulting practice—using tools like ChatGPT, Notion, Canva, and more. In this practical guide, you'll learn how to: Define your niche using AI-driven market research tools Set up your business, brand, and outreach systems, without ...

This audiobook tells the story of the 1912 sinking of the Titanic.

On the 12th of April 1865, the Army of Northern Virginia marched to the field in front of Appomattox Court-House, stacked their arms, folded their colors, and walked off empty handed to find their distant, blighted homes. These are detailed and moving first-hand accounts from a number of prominent witnesses to Robert E. Lee's surrender of the Army of Northern Virginia at Appomattox.

Are You Ready to Make the Leap from Employee to Solo Consultant? Find out with this comprehensive guide designed to help technical professionals evaluate every aspect of the transition. Do you feel overwhelmed by the idea of leaving traditional employment? Are you questioning whether you have the right skills, mindset, or financial stability to succeed as a solo consultant? Is Solo Consulting Right for You gives you the tools, insights, and confidence to make an informed decision about this life-changing career move. Phil Charles, a solo consultant with 25 years of experience and a ...

In The Senior’s Guide to Self-Sufficient Living, Phil Charles shares clear, practical, and achievable strategies to help seniors reclaim independence, reduce reliance on external systems, and live securely, even on a fixed income. Covering gardening, water security, affordable energy solutions, raising livestock, and essential health and safety practices, this comprehensive guide demonstrates how small, simple changes can significantly enhance your quality of life. Perfect for seniors and family members, this book combines easy-to-follow instructions with practical tips. Whether you're ...

10 Skills Every Solo Consultant Needs to Succeed: Practical Tools to Advance Your Career and Transition into Consulting Second edition. Revised and expanded. Success as a solo consultant isn’t just about technical expertise—it’s about mastering the essential skills that help you communicate, influence, and build lasting client relationships. In 10 Skills Every Solo Consultant Needs, veteran consultant Phil Charles shares the key non-technical skills that separate thriving consultants from those who struggle. From communication and problem-solving to negotiation and leadership, this ...

The Senior’s Guide to Aging in Place: Smart, Practical Steps to Stay Independent, Safe, and Comfortable at Home What if growing older didn’t mean giving up your home—but making it work even better for you? In this warm, practical guide, you’ll discover how to prepare your home—and your daily life—for lasting independence, safety, and peace of mind. Whether you want to make a few smart updates or fully prepare for your future, this book will show you how to age in place with confidence. Written especially for seniors who value their freedom, routines, and familiar surroundings, ...

Whether it’s a sudden blackout, a flash flood, or an unexpected health scare, The Senior’s Guide to Emergency Preparedness puts calm confidence in your hands—one simple step at a time. Written specifically for older adults, this easy-to-follow guide shows you how to: Build your foundation with the Five Pillars of Preparedness: Food, Water, Power, Medical, and Communication. Create a personalized risk profile tailored to your home, health, and community—so you’re ready for the threats that matter most. Assemble a grab-and-go Go Bag packed with medical supplies, comfort items, and ...

The Senior’s Guide to Living Well on a Fixed Income: Smart Strategies to Stretch Your Budget, Boost Your Resilience, and Enjoy Life Without Overspending. Live well. Spend smart. Stay strong. You don’t need to sacrifice joy, comfort, or independence just because you’re living on a fixed income. With a little creativity, practical know-how, and the right mindset, it’s entirely possible to thrive—financially, emotionally, and socially—without breaking the bank. The Senior’s Guide to Living Well on a Fixed Income offers realistic, senior-friendly strategies to help you make the ...

Discover the story of the Great Chicago Fire of 1871, an inferno that forever changed the city's skyline.

Are you struggling with chronic procrastination that's holding you back from achieving your goals and reaching your full potential? In "How to Do The Hard Things," author Phil Charles provides actionable tools and techniques to help you overcome the tendency to put things off and finally get important tasks done. Drawing on his own experience as a technical professional who had to learn essential non-technical skills like time management and productivity, Phil outlines a practical framework for understanding the root causes of your procrastination and developing more effective work habits. ...

This audiobook tells the story of Henry Ford, along with his invention, the popular Model T automobile.

Do you find that the harder you work to complete your tasks, the more you end up with unfinished work? Staying focused without losing sight of your end goals can be difficult. But it doesn’t have to be. You want to be successful, right? If you are looking for scientifically proven techniques to help you master your focus, then you really need to listen to this book.

Define the Problem: A Step-by-Step Approach to Defining Transport Challenges is a practical guide for early-career transport professionals facing the complexities of modern transport challenges. The book, part of the Smart Transport Strategy Guides series, aims to equip professionals with the critical skill of problem definition in the context of planning infrastructure, developing policy, and advising decision-makers. It emphasizes that in a world of increasing complexity and rising expectations, accurately defining transport problems is crucial. Key takeaways from the book include: ...

The SOLO Framework: Strategize, Optimize, Leverage, and Own Your Consulting Success Are you ready to step off the corporate treadmill and reclaim your career on your terms? Welcome to the world of solo consulting—a path offering unparalleled freedom, flexibility, and fulfilment. In The SOLO Framework, author Phil Charles presents a proven, actionable blueprint for technical professionals eager to leverage their expertise into a thriving independent consulting practice. Drawing from extensive personal experience and real-world case studies, this book demystifies the transition from ...

In today's fast-paced, technology-driven world, the ability to manage one's attention has become a critical skill for success. This is especially true for technical professionals, who face unique challenges as they juggle complex tasks, tight deadlines, and the constant bombardment of information. The Attention Architect: Techniques to Boost Productivity and Build Better Focus Habits is a practical, research-based guide designed specifically for engineers, developers, data scientists, and other technical professionals. This book will help you harness the power of your attention to maximize ...

Have you ever wondered what the habits of highly effective people are?Every successful person as well as millionaire success stories have one thing in common: They have all mastered highly effective performance habits. And now you can too! With an aid like Master the Habits of Effective People, you will be introduced to transformative daily practices for high achievement that will help you to align your professional life. If you are looking to change your habits and transform your career life by adapting the habits of highly effective people then this is the book you need. Inside Master the...

10 Skills Every Solo Consultant Needs to Succeed: Practical Tools to Advance Your Career and Transition into Consulting. Second edition. Revised and expanded Success as a solo consultant isn’t just about technical expertise—it’s about mastering the essential skills that help you communicate, influence, and build lasting client relationships. In 10 Skills Every Solo Consultant Needs, veteran consultant Phil Charles shares the key non-technical skills that separate thriving consultants from those who struggle. From communication and problem-solving to negotiation and leadership, this ...

Are you unsure where you are meant to be going in your career? Why do you do what you do? Do you want to move forward in your career? It’s time for you to find your purpose and your WHY and achieve the career success you have been seeking. In a world where the average person changes jobs twelve times in their lifetime, it's more important than ever to know not only what you want to do but WHY you want to do it. Author and educator Phil Charles wants to help you identify your unique purpose so that you can be satisfied and successful in your career. Why It Matters is a step-by-step guide ...

Unlock Your Full Potential with Energy and Focus That Lasts All Day Are you a career-driven professional exhausted by energy crashes and mental fog? Do you feel trapped by burnout or long for a way to stay sharp, productive, and balanced in your demanding life? Imagine transforming your focus and energy in just 21 days—not with quick fixes or synthetic solutions, but with a natural, sustainable approach rooted in science and harmony with your body. Focus and Energy Made Easy is more than just a guide; it’s your personalized roadmap to mastering energy management and cognitive ...