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"Think and Grow Rich" is a motivational personal development and selfhelp audiobook written by Napoleon Hill and inspired by a suggestion from Scottish-American businessman Andrew Carnegie. While the title implies that this book deals only with how to achieve monetary wealth, the author explains that the philosophy taught in the book can be used to help individuals do or be almost anything they want in this world.

Marcus Aurelius was a Roman Emperor, the last of the Five Good Emperors, and one of the most important Stoic philosophers, along with the slave Epictetus. Marcus Aurelius wrote the Meditations while in a military campaign; it was a series of notes written for no one but himself in his quest for self-improvement. Stoicism is the attitude allowing one to free oneself from the unnecessary suffering that arises from anxiety about events that are beyond our control; therefore, it can be of tremendous importance in one's life.

Uncover the psychology of success and break down the building blocks of limitless results with 'Take a Financial Leap'. Becoming a millionaire by the age of 33, Pete Wargent shares his 3 golden rules in one motivating and inspiring guide. A financial commentator, investor and author, Wargent provides practical case studies and personal stories to show you how to set ambitious yet attainable results. From market investing, real estate to building a career or passion, accelerate financial success and freedom with this book.

Henry David Thoreau is a beloved American author, poet and philosopher. He was a lifelong abolitionist, advocate of civil disobedience againts unjust or corrupted goverments, and he defended the idea of abandoning illusory matters in favor of simple living, in order to discover life's authentic essential needs. He is best known for "Walden, or Life in the woods", the book he wrote during his two-year experiment in minimalist living: having built himself a cabin in the woods, he stayed there to study, write, and enjoy his newfound communion with nature. His political works and theory of civil disobedience have influenced the thoughts and actions of many prominent figures, such as Leo Tolstoy, Mahatma Gandhi, and Martin Luther King, Jr.

Nietzsche is a major figure in Western philosophy. His work is radical, sometimes violent, often ironic; it fascinates anyone bold enough to delve into it, exerted a profound influence on modern intellectual history, and covers a wide range of subjects. Nietzsche's writings border on the poetic; his aphorisms are particularly well-known for conveying all the radicality of his thinking in a intense but light, sometimes amusing manner.

In che modo lo storytelling può attirare clienti, influenzare il pubblico e trasformare la tua azienda? "Il momento in cui assumi il controllo delle tue storie, assumi anche il controllo del tuo business e della tua vita". Ormai è risaputo che le storie sono lo strumento migliore e più innovativo in ambito di business e che lo storytelling è in grado di fare qualsiasi cosa, come aiutare i leader a potenziare le doti comunicative, motivare i team addetti alle vendite e ottenere nuovi clienti, strappandoli ai competitor.

Alfred North Whitehead once noted: "the safest general characterization of the European philosophical tradition is that it consists of a series of footnotes to Plato." Plato is indeed considered the most pivotal figure in the development of philosophy, along with his teacher, Socrates, and his student, Aristotle. But his writings are often light, fresh and funny; it was Plato who invented the dialogue in philosophy, which makes a point very easy to follow and the occasion of various scenic arrangements.

Gautama Buddha is also known as Siddharta Gautama, or simply the Buddha, which means "Awakened" or "Enlightened". Born a prince, he chose a path of ascetism only to realize that it was as profound an illusion as self-indulgence. He achieved Enlightenment after 49 days of meditation; his awakening led him to discover the cause of suffering and the ways to eliminate it. These discoveries founded Buddhism, and his "Four Noble Truths" still form the heart of its teachings.

Baruch Spinoza was one of the most important and controversial thinkers of the 17th century. He rejected both the mind-body dualism of Descartes and traditional religious views, which got him violently attacked for atheism while he was actually seeking to redefine God as the whole of the laws of Nature. His metaphysics are a brilliant attempt to reconcile human freedom with a belief in scientific explanation, and his Theological-Political Treatise, the first argument for democracy by a major philosopher, contributed as much as the Declaration of Independence or Thomas Paine's Common Sense to modern liberal, secular, and democratic thinking.

Jane Austen is one of the most widely read British authors. Her realism and biting irony make for a very lively read, and the quality of her plots have earned her a high-ranking place into the hearts of scholars. Her greatest stories sparkled a wave of adaptations in the last decades, because of their touching modernity and the realism of their reflections on the attitude of women about marriage and social standing. "Pride and Prejudice" has been called the second most beloved book of all British production; "Sense and Sensibility", "Mansfield Park", and "Emma" are also seminal works which have inspired countless readers.

The secret of Mental Concentration lies in the control of the Attention. And the control of the Attention lies in the exercise of the Will. William Walker Atkinson, Practical Mental Influence A classic book by prolific New Thought writer William Walker Atkinson, Practical Mental Influence.. It is a great work by Atkinson from the perspective of learning how to harness, focus and concentrate our Godgiven mental abilities.

Søren Kierkegaard, a name meaning "church's garden", is a Christian philosopher whose work had a considerable influence on western philosophy and theology. His thoughts focused primarly on what it means to become a subject of one's existence, what feelings arise when faced with life choices, and the relation with God through faith. He is credited with numerous reflections on the three stages of life; he also questioned existential despair, absurdity and anxiety.

Napoleon Bonaparte was one of the greatest military figures ever. He rose to prominence during the French Revolution, after which he kept on soaring higher and higher until he was crowned Emperor of the French. He then moved on to gain control of the whole of continental Europe, before the ultimate defeat of 1815. Today, his campaigns are studied in every military school, his liberal politics have had a strong legacy worldwide, and he remains one of the most celebrated and controversial political figures in Western history.

We have selected 100 great inspirational quotes to help you have a positive attitude and positive thinkings : 100 quotes that are truly inspirational and motivational. You can use quotes in your daily life to help guide your decisions in life, work and love. A great quote is very similar to a great thinking and a small poem. It can encapsulate a large web of ideas, thoughts, reflections, emotions in a few words. The reader of a great quote is forced to think about what he just heard. He has to think about those words and what they mean. An excellent quote requires the reader to pause to contemplate the real meaning and poesy of a few words. A great thought reaches a level of universality.

Delivering the untold truth about why it’s so important to express yourself, ‘Find Your Creative Mojo’ provides the perfect manifesto on finding your voice, your passions and unleashing your creative soul. Whether you’re taking your first step or looking to awaken your arty side, you’ll be reaching for this book whenever you find your creative voice in need of a boost. A rattling book, Josh Langley mixes humour, inspirational quotes, and quirky anecdotes to craft one cocktail of creative love letter to art. Ideal for any budding creative soul.

"Der ultimative Rhetorik-Brevier" des bekannten Kommunikationstrainers Harry Holzheu! Der erfolgreiche Fachbuchautor verrät darin die 120 besten Erfolgsprinzipien für Redner – einfach und praxisnah ausformuliert. Mit dabei sind Anregungen zur Gliederung von Vorträgen, Empfehlungen für die Überwindung von Nervosität bei Sprechern oder auch Tipps für ein selbstsicheres Auftreten während einer Präsentation.

Bei dem Titel "Der König der Kunden" handelt es sich um eine moderne Business-Fabel des bekannten Arbeits- und Organisationspsychologen Henry Walter. Der erfolgreiche Fachbuchautor erzählt darin die Geschichte von Leo, der genervt ist von seinem Job als leitender Angestellter. Doch dann lernt er Tamasha kennen, die ihm von der Organisation des Musicals "Der König der Löwen" berichtet. Leo erfährt so, neben jeder Menge Insiderwissen über das Erfolgsmusical aus Hamburg, auch wie er wieder Freude an seiner Arbeit finden kann.

Bei dem Titel "Natürliche Rhetorik" handelt es sich um ein Fachbuch des bekannten Kommunikationstrainers Harry Holzheu. Der erfolgreiche Autor vermittelt darin, wie durch natürliche Rhetorik die Kommunikation im Arbeitsalltag verbessert werden kann und sie bei geschäftlichen Verhandlungen oder dem Halten eines beruflichen Vortrags mit authentischem und selbstsicherem Auftreten glänzen können.

Ein Hörbuch, das zu verblüffenden Erkenntnissen führt - über seine Mitmenschen und sich selbst. Innerhalb seiner Methode der Gewaltfreien Kommunikation stellt Rosenberg zwei unterschiedliche Konzepte von Macht vor. Mit leicht verständlicher Ausdrucksweise schafft es der Psychologe der Hörerschaft ein hochkomplexes Thema nahezubringen. Dabei wird die zentrale Frage beantwortet, wie es möglich ist, eine gewisse Macht innezuhaben, ohne dabei die eigenen Wertvorstellungen sowie die seiner Mitmenschen aus den Augen zu verlieren.

Ein interaktives Hörbuch, das uns zeigt, wie wir mit zwischenmenschlichen Konflikten besser umgehen können.Wie können wir eine Meinungsverschiedenheit klären, wenn wir dieser mit Angst und einer gewissen Abwehrhaltungen entgegenblicken, weil sie mit Bewertungen einhergeht? Laut Rosenberg ist Empathie der Schlüssel. Auf einer empathischen und ehrlichen Grundlage sind wir in der Lage, Konflikte als eine Chance zu nutzen, um aus diesen etwas für sich mitzunehmen und voneinander zu lernen.