James Edward Thomas

Harness the power of mindfulness for better work and a better life There are only 168 hours in a week, and it can often feel like most of them are spoken for. In Overworked and Overwhelmed, bestselling author Scott Eblin makes the case that if you feel your time and attention are maxed out, but the demands don't stop coming,it's time for a reality check. Using self-assessment tools and the Life GPS® personal planning model, Overworked and Overwhelmed...

Michael Savage predicted the chaos that is Obama's legacy. Now he tells us whether the destruction can be stopped! The prophetic author of the best selling Government Zero, Dr. Michael Savage is back with his most urgent and powerful work. Listeners to Dr. Savage's top-rated radio talk show, The Savage Nation, know him to be an articulate and engaged spokesman for traditional American values of borders, language, and culture. Now, after eight...

Welcome to Jerryworld and an all-access pass to the most valuable sports franchise on the planet, the Dallas Cowboys. Many books have been written about the Cowboys, but there's never been an account like this one. How 'Bout Them Cowboys tells the story of the NFL's most successful franchise, with special access to its outspoken owner, Jerry Jones, his sons Stephen and Jerry Jr., daughter Charlotte, and dozens of interviews of current and former...

Andy Puzder, the former CEO of Carl's Jr. and Hardee's, says that "capitalism" is not a dirty word, and thankfully President Trump understands this; his pro-business policies will bring back economic growth and secure our future. As a successful CEO in the restaurant industry, Andy Puzder uniquely understands how important the profit motive is to our country's ultimate prosperity. Furthermore, as the grandson of immigrants, the son of a car salesman,...

How could General Electric-perhaps America's most iconic corporation-suffer such a swift and sudden fall from grace? This is the definitive history of General Electric's epic decline, as told by the two Wall Street Journal reporters who covered its fall. Since its founding in 1892, GE has been more than just a corporation. For generations, it was job security, a solidly safe investment, and an elite business education for top managers. GE electrified...

Feeling stressed about your upcoming presentation? Whether you're nervous about how you'll organize your thoughts or how you'll articulate them on the big day, Presentations provides the quick guidelines and expert tips you need to: • Craft your message • Prepare and rehearse effectively • Engage your audience • Manage Q&A sessions Don't have much time? Get up to speed fast on the most essential business skills with HBR's 20-Minute Manager...

A well-crafted business plan generates enthusiasm for your idea and boosts your odds of success-whether you're proposing a new initiative within your organization or starting an entirely new company. Creating Business Plans quickly walks you through the basics. You'll learn to: • Present your idea clearly • Develop sound financial plans • Project risks-and rewards • Anticipate and address your audience's concerns Don't have much time?...

Leading any team involves managing people, technical oversight, and project administration, but leaders of virtual teams perform these functions from afar. Leading Virtual Teams walks you through the basics of: - Connecting your people to each other-and to the team's mission - Surmounting language, distance, and technology barriers - Identifying and using the right communication channels Don't have much time? Get up to speed fast on the most essential...

Working remotely gives you flexibility and independence. But it can pose challenges when you need to team up with colleagues or coworkers. Virtual Collaboration covers the basics of working productively-and collaboratively-from anywhere. You'll learn to: • Communicate clearly over a variety of media • Bond with colleagues across the wires • Keep others-and yourself-accountable • Avoid and mitigate tech glitches Don't have much time? Get...

Intimidated by corporate finance? The numbers (and the jargon) can feel overwhelming-but you have to understand them to manage effectively. Finance Basics explains the fundamentals simply and quickly, introducing you to key terms and concepts such as: • How to navigate financial statements -How to weigh costs and benefits • What's involved in budgeting and forecasting • How to gauge a company's financial health Don't have much time? Get...