This leadership book explains how great leaders overcome challenges and maintain high performance. I...More
Publish Date: 2013 (McGraw-Hill Education; often listed Sept 2013 / 2014 copyright)

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This leadership book explains how great leaders overcome challenges and maintain high performance. It focuses on resilience, consistency, and team empowerment, showing how leaders can “repeat” successful behaviors to build sustainable growth. Holley emphasizes mindset, communication, and leading by example, making it a practical playbook for managers striving to elevate their teams.
A comprehensive guide to sales techniques, mindset, and customer engagement. Gitomer blends motivati...More
Publish Date: 1994 (HarperCollins)

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A comprehensive guide to sales techniques, mindset, and customer engagement. Gitomer blends motivational insights with tactical advice on prospecting, closing deals, networking, and building long-term customer loyalty. Known for its bold, energetic style, the book has become a staple for sales professionals who want to sharpen their skills and keep a positive, winning attitude in competitive markets.
Designed as a crash course in business education, this book distills the key lessons taught at top b...More
Publish Date: July 24, 2012 (4th edition—paperback)

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Designed as a crash course in business education, this book distills the key lessons taught at top business schools into ten essential areas: marketing, ethics, accounting, organizational behavior, quantitative analysis, finance, operations, economics, strategy, and leadership. It’s a practical guide for professionals who want an MBA-level overview without the time or cost of graduate school, with real-world applications and case examples.
A timeless classic on strategy, leadership, and competition. Though written for military strategy in...More
Publish Date: May 30, 2006

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A timeless classic on strategy, leadership, and competition. Though written for military strategy in ancient China, its principles—such as knowing your enemy, exploiting opportunities, and adapting to change—apply to business, negotiation, and personal challenges. Sun Tzu’s emphasis on preparation, intelligence, and psychological advantage makes it one of the most widely applied works in both war and commerce.
This book explains how Chinese cultural traditions, values, and networks shape modern Chinese busine...More
Publish Date: March 1, 2001 (Harvard Business Review Press — hardcover)

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This book explains how Chinese cultural traditions, values, and networks shape modern Chinese business practices. It highlights the importance of relationships (guanxi), hierarchy, and long-term trust in management and negotiation. Designed for international managers, it offers insights into bridging Western and Chinese business mindsets, helping readers navigate partnerships and leadership in China’s dynamic economic environment.
A follow-up to Good to Great, this book examines why some companies thrive in uncertainty while othe...More
Publish Date: October 11, 2011

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A follow-up to Good to Great, this book examines why some companies thrive in uncertainty while others fail. Based on rigorous research, the authors introduce key concepts like the 20-Mile March (consistent performance), productive paranoia (risk management), and SMaC (Specific, Methodical, and Consistent practices). It shows how disciplined leadership, not luck, drives sustained greatness even in chaotic environments.
A guide to becoming more effective at work through smarter everyday decisions. The book presents 140...More
Publish Date: November 1997

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A guide to becoming more effective at work through smarter everyday decisions. The book presents 140 practical strategies for communication, leadership, teamwork, and problem-solving. Each “smart move” is a short, actionable piece of advice designed to improve productivity and strengthen workplace relationships. It’s especially useful for managers and professionals looking for quick, applicable solutions.
A collection of real-world advice for entrepreneurs and business leaders, focusing on practical less...More
Publish Date: April 27, 2012 (McGraw-Hill / MHE)

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A collection of real-world advice for entrepreneurs and business leaders, focusing on practical lessons rather than theory. Johnson covers topics like negotiation, networking, decision-making, and handling challenges with common sense. Each “rule” is drawn from experience, offering insights that can help both new and seasoned entrepreneurs navigate business more effectively.
Joe Girard, recognized as the world’s greatest salesman, shares his practical sales strategies bui...More
Publish Date: February 7, 2006 (Fireside reprint edition)

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Joe Girard, recognized as the world’s greatest salesman, shares his practical sales strategies built on trust, persistence, and personal connection. The book emphasizes building strong customer relationships, following up consistently, and creating referrals through excellent service. His philosophy centers on selling yourself first before selling a product, proving that anyone can achieve sales success with discipline and people-focused tactics.








