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The Los Angeles Times and USA Today bestseller! Wise, practical, and profitable letters to entrepreneurs, leaders, managers, and business owners in every field—from a leading executive, investor, and business founder More than 600,000 new businesses are launched each year. How can a start-up find the funding it needs to survive? When, if at all, should a company go public? How does an entrepreneur build and manage a workplace—and create a lasting legacy? Maynard Webb has helped found, fund, and grow dozens of successful companies, and has driven strategic change at Salesforce, eBay, Everwise, and Visa, among other worldwide corporations. Known for offering savvy insight, encouragement, and a dose of reality in the form of engaging personal letters to a select group of business leaders, Webb now shares his lessons with the rest of America''s aspiring entrepreneurs—at any age and stage in their careers—in Dear Founder. Featuring more than eighty inspiring, informative, and instructive letters, Dear Founder is rich with sound advice on an array of business topics, from turning your idea into a reality to building a culture, to reaching key financial goals. This book is an indispensable guide to navigating the realities, risks, and rewards of being your own boss—and founding the company of your dreams.

''This remarkable book can be your secret weapon for bringing your idea to life.'' DAN PINK, bestselling author of Drive ''Whether you want to get ahead inside a company or build a startup from the ground up, this fascinating book is a must-read.'' REID HOFFMAN, co-founder of LinkedIn ''A super-readable and actionable look at how to make your ideas take flight. Whether you''re pitching a brand new startup or an idea for your company''s next product, you''ll find a wealth of insights and stories throughout.'' MIKE KRIEGER, co-founder of Instagram No one makes it alone. But there''s a reason why some people can get investors or bosses to believe in them while others cannot. And that reason has little to do with experience, pedigree or a polished business plan. Backable people seem to have a hidden quality that inspires others to take action. We often chalk this up to natural talent or charisma . . . either you have ''it'' or you don''t. After getting rejected by every investor he pitched, Suneel Gupta had a burning question: could ''it'' be learned? Drawing lessons from hundreds of the world''s biggest thinkers, Suneel discovered how to pitch new ideas in a way that has raised millions of dollars, influenced large-scale change inside massive corporations, and even convinced his 8-year-old daughter to clean her room. Inside the book are long-held secrets from producers of Oscar-winning films, venture capitalists, founders of unicorn-status startups, and executives at iconic companies like Lego, Method and Pixar. Suneel used these invaluable lessons to become the New York Stock Exchange''s ''New Face of Innovation''. Backable reveals how the key to success is not charisma, connections, or even your CV, but rather your ability to persuade others to take a chance on you. This groundbreaking book will show you how.

THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER FROM THE AUTHOR OF 10% HAPPIER Too busy to meditate? Can’t turn off your brain? Curious about mindfulness but more comfortable in the gym? This book is for you. You’ll also get access to guided audio meditations on the 10% Happier app, to jumpstart your practice from day one. What exactly is meditation? ABC News anchor Dan Harris used to think that meditation was for people who collect crystals, play Ultimate Frisbee, and use the word “namaste” without irony. After he had a panic attack on live television, he went on a strange and circuitous journey that ultimately led him to become one of meditation’s most vocal public proponents. Harris found that meditation made him more focused and less yanked around by his emotions. According to his wife, it also made him less annoying. Science suggests that the practice can lower your blood pressure, mitigate depression and anxiety, and literally rewire key parts of the brain. So what’s holding you back? In Meditation for Fidgety Skeptics, Harris and Jeff Warren, a masterful teacher and “Meditation MacGyver,” embark on a gonzo cross-country quest to tackle the myths, misconceptions, and self-deceptions that keep people from meditating. It is filled with game-changing and deeply practical meditation instructions—all of which are also available (for free) on the 10% Happier app. This book is a trip worth taking. Praise for Meditation for Fidgety Skeptics “If you’re intrigued by meditation but don’t know how to begin—or you’ve benefited from meditation in the past but need help to get started again—Dan Harris has written the book for you. Well researched, practical, and crammed with expert advice, it’s also an irreverent, hilarious page-turner.”—Gretchen Rubin, author of The Happiness Project “The ABC News anchor, a ‘defender of worrying’ who once had an anxiety attack on air, offers a hilarious and stirring account of his two-steps-forward-one-step-back campaign to sort ‘useless rumination’ from ‘constructive anguish’ via mindfulness, along with invaluable suggestions for following in his footsteps.”—O: The Oprah Magazine

How did salesforce.com grow from a start up in a rented apartment into the world''s fastest growing software company in less than a decade? For the first time, Marc Benioff, the visionary founder, chairman and CEO of salesforce.com, tells how he and his team created and used new business, technology, and philanthropic models tailored to this time of extraordinary change. Showing how salesforce.com not only survived the dotcom implosion of 2001, but went on to define itself as the leader of the cloud computing revolution and spark a $46-billion dollar industry, Benioff''s story will help business leaders and entrepreneurs stand out, innovate better, and grow faster in any economic climate. In Behind the Cloud, Benioff shares the strategies that have inspired employees, turned customers into evangelists, leveraged an ecosystem of partners, and allowed innovation to flourish.

This the story of how a young man turned $25 into more than 200 schools around the world and the guiding steps anyone can take to lead a successful and significant life. The author began working summers at hedge funds when he was just sixteen years old, sprinting down the path to a successful Wall Street career. But while traveling he met a young boy begging on the streets of India, who after being asked what he wanted most in the world, simply answered, "A pencil." This small request led to a staggering series of events that took the author backpacking through dozens of countries before eventually leaving one of the world''s most prestigious jobs at Bain & Company to found Pencils of Promise, the organization he started with just $25 that has since built more than 200 schools around the world. This book chronicles the author''s journey to find his calling, as each chapter explains one clear step that every person can take to turn your biggest ambitions into reality, even if you start with as little as $25. His story takes readers behind the scenes with business moguls and village chiefs, world-famous celebrities and hometown heroes. It is filled with compelling stories and shareable insights. All proceeds from this book support Pencils of Promise.

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From Silicon Valley leader Maynard Webb, how we can leverage technology to change how we work Maynard Webb has always been the go-to guy when Silicon Valley companies have thorny problems. Whether revamping eBay''s crashing servers (transforming their technology weaknesses into a competitive strength) or investing in emerging technology start-ups, Webb brings strategic and operational savvy to every issue and venture. In his first book, Webb brings this same focus to tackle outdated models of work, created a century ago, which no longer sync up with either individual or employers'' needs. Through a unique framework, Webb identifies 4 different mindsets around work (the company man, CEO of your own destiny, disenchanted employee, and the aspiring entrepreneur). It organizes those who are self-motivated versus those who are waiting to be discovered and aims to give readers the tools to become more self-actualized, happier, and ultimately more fulfilled in their careers. In identifying a paradigm shift that is already under way, Webb demonstrates clearly how to harness technology to embrace our own personal happiness, allowing people to become more productive at work and also spend more time with their families. Contains a framework that demonstrates how we can leverage technology to create better job opportunities and foster more balanced lives Written by Maynard Webb, chairman of LiveOps, former COO of e-Bay, founder of Webb Investment Network (WIN), and board member of Yahoo! and salesforce.com Includes personalized worksheets and empowering action-oriented advice Rebooting Work reveals how anyone can take control of his or her own future, finding greater fulfillment, productivity, and happiness.

A visual history of one of childhood’s most beloved icons—the Little Red Wagon—told through a rich collection of photos and stories that highlight its unique place in American culture. For generations, the Radio Flyer—the fire engine red wagon with the distinctive white logo emblazoned on its side—has fueled the imaginative adventures of children, transforming them into astronauts on a rocket ship to the moon, racecar drivers in the Indy 500, and pioneers traveling into the badlands of the Wild West. The Radio Flyer is the story of childhood—a story of wondrous journeys often accompanied by someone important: a parent, a sibling, a friend, a pet. Since 1917, the family-owned business Radio Flyer Inc. has created this cherished wagon, building a legacy of high quality, timeless, and innovative toys that spark children’s imaginations and inspire active play outdoors. With more than 100 million wagons sold—many of them passed down from generation to generation—Radio Flyers have carried, hauled, and fueled more hours of magical escapades than any other children’s ride-on toy in America. This beautifully designed and illustrated keepsake book pays homage to this cultural touchstone as it celebrates its first centenary and embarks on its second. Packed with 250 exclusive full-color and black-and-white illustrations, stories, and original drawings from the Radio Flyer Inc. archives, Radio Flyer chronicles the history of this popular brand for the first time. Radio Flyer’s story is America’s story—a story of an enterprising Italian immigrant’s dream realized, and a testament to the value and strength of family ties. Including a host of tender reminiscences from fans across the country, this touching tribute is a special piece of childhood, and the perfect gift for everyone who’s ever loved a Little Red Wagon.

Làm thế nào từ một doanh nghiệp nhỏ phải đi thuê văn phòng, Salesforce.com trở thành công ty phần mềm phát triển nhất thế giới trong chưa đầy một thập kỷ? Salesforce.com đã sử dụng ý tưởng biến ứng dụng thương mại thành dịch vụ trực tuyến để tạo ra sự thay đổi trong việc sử dụng phần mềm tại các doanh nghiệp, khẳng định mình là nhà tiên phong trong công nghệ điện toán đám mây – nhân tố thay đổi ngành công nghiệp máy tính. Trong cuốn sách Khi hạt nước hóa đám mây, Marc Benioff mang đến cho độc giả cái nhìn rõ nét hơn về những chiến lược hàng đầu trong suốt 20 năm, khiến Salesforce.com trở thành công ty dẫn đầu thị trường cung cấp dịch vụ điện toán đám mây trị giá hơn 1 tỷ đô-la, và còn tạo ra một ngành công nghiệp mới đầy hứa hẹn.. Cuốn sách giúp bạn tập trung vào tầm nhìn, tư duy khác biệt và quản lý doanh nghiệp hiệu quả hơn – điều có thể thay đổi sự nghiệp cũng như cuộc sống của bạn. Có thể coi đây là một cẩm nang đầy đủ và sinh động, bao trùm toàn bộ hoạt động của doanh nghiệp. Tác giả đã giúp chúng ta nhận thức rõ hơn về những yếu tố cốt lõi dẫn đến thành công, đó không phải là thứ mình có mà hãy tạo thứ mình muốn. Khi hạt nước hóa đám mây hữu ích cho bất cứ ai muốn hiện thực hóa ý tưởng và muốn chinh phục đỉnh cao của nghệ thuật kinh doanh.

"Como muchos otros escépticos inquietos, el presentador de noticias Dan Harris creía que la meditación estaba reservada a personas que coleccionan cristales, llevan dietas imposibles de explicar y usan la palabra namasté sin ironía. Pero un día sufrió un ataque de pánico al aire, en un programa en vivo que vieron varios millones de personas. Desde entonces, descubrió que la meditación puede ayudar a mitigar la depresión y la ansiedad, controlar la presión arterial y mejorar el bienestar general. ¿Por qué, entonces, no la practicamos todos? En esta obra, Harris y el maestro de meditación Jeff Warren emprenden un viaje para explorar los mitos, malentendidos y autoengaños que alejan a la gente de la meditación: ideas como "No sirvo para esto", "No tengo tiempo", "Ni que fuera hippie" y otras similares. Con una mezcla de testimonios y ejercicios prácticos, claros y aplicables a toda clase de rutinas cotidianas, Meditación para escépticos inquietos demuestra que es posible cambiar nuestra vida sin transformar radicalmente nuestros hábitos ni tener una gran iluminación religiosa o espiritual: basta encontrar los momentos de lucidez y entrenar a nuestra mente para llevar una vida más plena y satisfactoria"--Página cuatro de la portada.

Getting a project done on time and under budge is not the only benchmark for success. Learning to speak in terms executives understand advances project managers to the next level.

Người dẫn chương trình của ABC News, Dan Harris từng nghĩ rằng thiền dành cho những người thu thập tinh thể, chơi trò chơi Ultimate Frisbee và sử dụng từ "namaste" mà không hề mỉa mai. Sau khi bị một cơn hoảng loạn trên truyền hình trực tiếp, ông đã trải qua một cuộc hành trình kỳ lạ và liên tục, cuối cùng đưa ông trở thành một trong những người ủng hộ công khai nhất về thiền. Đây là những gì anh ấy đã khắc phục hiện tại: Khoa học cho thấy thiền định có thể làm giảm huyết áp, giảm bớt trầm cảm và lo lắng, đồng thời kích thích các bộ phận quan trọng của não theo đúng nghĩa đen. Hàng triệu người muốn thiền nhưng không thực sự thực hành. Điều gì đang kìm hãm họ? Harris và người bạn của mình là Jeff Warren, một "Người chuyên về thiền", bắt tay vào một nhiệm vụ xuyên quốc gia để giải quyết những lầm tưởng, quan niệm sai lầm và tự lừa dối bản thân khiến mọi người không thể thiền. Họ thuê một chiếc xe buýt du lịch của các ngôi sao nhạc rock (những người trước đây là Quốc hội Funkadelic) và đi khắp mười tám tiểu bang, nói chuyện với nhiều người sẽ hành thiền, bao gồm cha mẹ, học viên quân đội, sĩ quan cảnh sát và thậm chí một số người nổi tiếng. Họ tạo ra một bảng phân loại các vấn đề phổ biến nhất ("Tôi chán cái này", "Tôi không có thời gian", v.v.) và đưa ra các phương pháp hack cuộc sống dựa trên khoa học để giúp mọi người vượt qua chúng. Giữa tất cả, câu chuyện kỳ u200bu200blạ và vui nhộn về những gì xảy ra khi một nhà báo loại A bẩm sinh, mỉa mai và một nhà thần bí người Canada vui tính bắt tay vào một cuộc hành trình hoành tráng vào vùng kín của người Mỹ, cũng như của chính họ.