Decision-Making & Problem Solving

After her first two weeks observing the problems at DecisionTech, Kathryn Petersen, its new CEO, had more than a few moments when she wondered is she should have taken the job. But Kathryn knew there was little chance she would have turned it down. After all, retirement had made her antsy, and...

Includes bonus audio featuring an exclusive conversation with Naval Ravikant. Getting rich is not just about luck; happiness is not just a trait we are born with. These aspirations may seem out of reach, but building wealth and being happy are skills we can learn. So what are these skills, and...

From the creator of Valuetainment, the #1 YouTube channel for entrepreneurs, and “one of the most exciting thinkers” (Ray Dalio, author of Principles) in business today, comes a practical and effective guide for thinking more clearly and achieving your most audacious professional goals. Both...

NATIONAL BESTSELLER Poker champion turned business consultant Annie Duke teaches you how to get comfortable with uncertainty and make better decisions as a result in “the ultimate guide to thinking about risk” (Charles Duhigg, author of The Power of Habit). “A big favorite among...

The Black Swan is a standalone book in Nassim Nicholas Taleb’s landmark Incerto series, an investigation of opacity, luck, uncertainty, probability, human error, risk, and decision-making in a world we don’t understand. The other books in the series are Fooled by Randomness, Antifragile...

An Avid Reader Press book. Simon & Schuster has a great book for every reader. In 1975, Ray Dalio founded an investment firm, Bridgewater Associates, out of his two-bedroom apartment in New York City. Forty years later, Bridgewater has made more money for its clients than any other hedge fund in...

Ben Horowitz, cofounder of Andreessen Horowitz and one of Silicon Valley's most respected and experienced entrepreneurs, offers essential advice on building and running a startup—practical wisdom for managing the toughest problems business school doesn’t cover, based on his popular ben’s...

Improve your relationships and learn essential skills to get the results you want out of every conversation--including difficult ones.

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 bestselling author of The Bomber Mafia, learn what sets high achievers apart—from Bill Gates to the Beatles—in this seminal work from "a singular talent" (New York Times Book Review). In this stunning book, Malcolm Gladwell takes us on an intellectual journey through the world of...

For the first time ever, hear the bestselling leadership book of all time, read in its entirety by John Maxwell himself! HarperCollins and John C. Maxwell are celebrating the milestone anniversary of Maxwell’s New York Times bestselling book, The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership, with the...

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....

Howard Marks, the chairman and cofounder of Oaktree Capital Management, is renowned for his insightful assessments of market opportunity and risk....

Diving doctor on the Thai Cave Rescue (now a Netflix series) and former joint Australian of the Year explores the stories of other people who regularly risk their lives and what we can learn from their expertise. Are free-solo climbers, underwater cave explorers and big-wave surfers crazy ... or...

Since the original publication of Nudge more than a decade ago, the title has entered the vocabulary of businesspeople, policy makers, engaged citizens, and consumers everywhere....

Features a bonus conversation with bestselling poet and philosopher Yung Pueblo. New York Times Bestseller! From the author of the international bestseller Don't Believe Everything You Think comes a companion guide that transforms the paralyzing cycle of overthinking into clear, intuitive...

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....

Top companies around the world turn to Jonathan Byrnes to figure out where the profit is....

Discover the practical, fail-proof tools that will help you to fine-tune your leadership skills, solidify respect among your workforce, and ensure your company's lasting success....

From Mike Michalowicz, the author of PROFIT FIRST, CLOCKWORK, and THE PUMPKIN PLAN, comes the ultimate diagnostic tool for every entrepreneur. The biggest problem entrepreneurs have is that they don't know what their biggest problem is. If you find yourself trapped between stagnating sales...

Once you realize the potential for change, the book's simple steps, examples, and scripts explain how to right even the most hopeless situations....

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

This book is not about software development. It is not a book about the computer industry. This book is about applying agility across the entire organization. It's a book that will put you at the front of change and ahead of the competition...

Snowflake CEO Frank Slootman is one of the tech world's most accomplished executives in enterprise growth, having led Snowflake to the largest software IPO ever after leading Data Domain and ServiceNow to exponential growth and the public market before that....

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

Maintenance is what keeps everything going. It’s what keeps life going. Yet it’s also easy to shirk or defer—until the thing breaks, the system falters, and everything stops. The apparent paradox is profound: Maintenance is absolutely necessary and maintenance is optional. The first in a multi-volume work, Maintenance: Of Everything, Part One offers a comprehensive overview of the civilizational importance of maintenance. The book begins with a dramatic contest of maintenance styles under life-critical conditions:

En este volumen 4, el lector encontrará 300 nuevas reflexiones de 30 nuevos personajes de relevancia de ámbitos muy diversos, explicadas con profundidad y rigor por Francisco Alcaide para darles coherencia y significado. Además, por primera vez, se incluyen entre «los mejores» a personajes de ficción del mundo del cine, la literatura o el cómic que han trascendido a sus creadores y cuyas enseñanzas son reveladoras. Entre otros: El Principito, Forrest Gump, Eliot Ness o Guido Orefice desfilan por estas páginas.

Success in business does not happen by chance—it is built with deliberate strategy, clear vision, and decisive action. Building Success Through Strategy, Vision, And Action provides a roadmap for entrepreneurs, leaders, and professionals who aim to turn their goals into measurable results. This audiobook explores the principles of strategic planning, highlighting the importance of foresight, alignment, and goal-setting to drive sustainable growth.

“Mind-expanding . . . The Score is so exuberant and readable that the depth and seriousness of its insights almost sneak up on you.” —Jennifer Szalai, The New York Times “Brilliant and wildly original . . . The Score is socially attentive, historically literate and imbued with sensual...

In a world overflowing with information yet starved for clarity, the greatest advantage belongs to those who can think beyond linear logic. True decisions are made not only with analysis, but with the deeper intelligence that forms in the quiet space before thought — intuition. The Intuitive Logic in Business reveals how these two faculties, often seen as opposites, actually form a single, powerful cognitive movement.

They promoted you because you get results. Now you’re buried in meetings, juggling demands, and overwhelmed with responsibilities. You’re not alone. Like most leaders, you wrestle with exhaustion, confusion, and pressure to perform. You worry you aren’t meeting everyone’s relentless expectations. Some days, you feel like giving up. You question if you’re cut out for this role.

Unlock the potential of artificial intelligence (AI) to transform your business. AI for Entrepreneurs is a comprehensive guide designed to help small business owners and startups harness AI to innovate, streamline operations, and gain a competitive edge in today’s marketplace.

Compounding applies to more than capital. The most important things in life—character, relationships, and purpose—will compound as well... if you let them. Drawing on fifteen years co-leading Princeton University’s private equity and venture capital program, Ted Karns translates the principles behind endowments—principles he lived long before he had the language for them—into insights for building a life aligned with what matters most.

Leadership Recall gives you a proven Learning Operating System to beat the Forgetting Curve, so you can remember what matters most and lead with authority when it counts.

In daily life, decision-making plays a crucial role that significantly impacts our personal and professional experiences. The ability to navigate choices effectively can determine outcomes in various situations, from mundane tasks to critical moments. Understanding when to think quickly and when to engage in deeper reflection is essential for making informed decisions. This balance allows individuals to respond appropriately to the demands of their environment, ensuring that both immediate needs and long-term goals are met.

Are you tired of navigating a workplace filled with stress, miscommunication, and disengagement? Maybe you’ve watched good people burn out while underperformers seem to thrive. You’ve tried new policies, team-building events, or leadership seminars—yet morale and results keep slipping. The frustration builds. You know your team could accomplish more if only the culture supported trust, accountability, and real collaboration.

INSTANT USA TODAY BESTSELLER “Everyone wants better meetings, but no one seems to know how—until now.” —Reid Hoffman, New York Times bestselling author and cofounder of LinkedIn “Warning: This read may save you countless hours.” —Adam Grant, #1 New York Times bestselling author and...

Welcome to "Another Book About Leadership," a comprehensive guide that delves into the intricate relationship between culture, leadership, and the successful implementation of innovation and change within organisations. Authored by Yorck O. A. Reuber, this book is a culmination of extensive research and practical insights gained from years of experience in various leadership roles. The book highlights the critical elements that contribute to organisational success, emphasising the importance of focus, punctuality, and respect.

When Dan Solomon began writing Winfuel, the intended audience was the men and women who aspire to reach the top of the global fitness industry. But as the story came to life, the book evolved into something bigger, a powerful resource for ANYONE in any industry on a mission to level up—creating momentum, activating your network, and maximizing opportunities.

From Strategy to Execution • How Top Leaders Build AI-Driven Cultures That Innovate, Dominate, and Inspire • How Top Leaders Build AI-Driven Cultures That Innovate, Dominate, and Inspire Feel pressure to “do something with AI,” but no clear strategy that actually moves the business forward? Are pilots, tools, and experiments piling up without real ROI or organizational buy-in? Do you sense your team is either over-hyping AI or quietly afraid of what it means for their future? You’re not behind — you’re at the exact crossroads every serious leader faces.