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Mario's world quickly turned upside-down. One morning he woke to a knock at the door. His family and his girlfriend were gone. His neighbors were packing, fleeing the city. And the military were at his door, saying, "Report at the army barracks in one hour." Minutes later, the city was being shelled - and Mario was off to fight in a war he'd never chosen. Learn more in this poignant memoir.

Once you're pregnant, the rest is easy, right? No. Knowing parenting wouldn't be easy, Stephanie Thompson never thought too much about how the baby would actually arrive and how that was, in fact, the hardest part of the journey so far. Many women feel foolish for not knowing what they didn't know. They found out the hard way. The Day My Vagina Broke is about breaking the silence on the secret women's code around childbirth and empowering mums-to-be at their most vulnerable time.

Over more than 20 years in business, Bronwyn Reid has seen time and time again how winning one initial contract with a “big name” can be the spark that lets a small company realize its potential growth. But as Bronwyn knows from firsthand experience, becoming a supplier to a large company isn’t easy - and there’s a lot to know and do. But almost everything that has been written about the small business/big business relationship is from the big company point of view.

Are you ready to double the profit in your salon business and cut your stress in half? This audiobook is for the salon owner who wants to create an amazing experience for their clients and run a successful business that leaves them the time, energy, and money they need to enjoy family, friends, and hobbies.

Gin’s resurgence is a global phenomenon and a new generation of gin makers are forging an exciting future. Armed with this book, you can count yourself among today’s intrepid creators and build upon gin’s legacy. Award-wining distiller, Marcel Thompson describes the building blocks to help you create high-quality gin.

In 2015 Benji had the picket-fence cottage in the quiet suburban street, a promising career and a loving wife. Three months later it was all gone. What do you do when the world crumbles around you? Where do you go when you have nothing to lose? Benji tells his story with brutal honesty, describing some of the wildest parts of Australia with a passionate attention to detail. Jump on and hold tight for the ride of a lifetime as he takes you from his rock bottom to the highs of setting a new Guinness World Record: The fastest man across 10 Australian deserts....

Food Jail is written by psychologist, public speaker, and food enthusiast Stephanie Georgiou. In this compelling self-help book, Stephanie shares her own dark and personal journey through an eating disorder that lasted almost a decade.

When it comes to family wealth, there is a curse active throughout the world: the first generation (G1) makes it, the second generation (G2) enjoys it, and the third generation (G3) destroys it. Rags to riches and back again in three generations. But it doesn't have to be this way. A Succession...

Quietly Powerful challenges quiet professionals to reframe the story they tell themselves about their leadership potential—and encourages organisations to expand their ideas about what good leadership looks, sounds, and feels like.

“Working Mothers Inspiring Others” is a collective shoutout to all the fierce, unstoppable women who are rewriting the rules of what it means to be a working mother.

Cam McLellan, successful property investor, businessman, and father, shares his knowledge that allowed him the option to retire in his 30s; build a substantial residential and commercial property portfolio and a group of companies listed in seven BRW fast growth lists....

Have you ever wondered how to gain that extra edge? Perhaps you know your stuff, but just need something more to help you reach your potential. Or maybe you've watched the achievements of others and thought - that should be me! Athletes who reach the pinnacle of their sport have found the mental edge that sets them apart from everyone else - and that edge is within your reach. For over 25 years, Dr. Jo Lukins has helped individuals, teams and organizations achieve success at the highest level.

Are you ready to create, inspire, and lead your own amazing salon team? Salon owners, this book is for you. It equips you with the business smarts you need to build a team of people you love and trust, so you can reap the rewards you deserve: money, time, freedom, and choice.

Annie is a speaker, teacher, coach, and mindfulness educator working with individuals and groups on their emotional wellbeing and resilience. Her great strength is empowering others to cut through the "noise" and boost their own sense of wellbeing. Annie has been practising what she preaches for more than 10 years. In 2017, Annie spoke from the famous red dot at TEDxAdelaide, one of more than 50 new things that she added to the list in her 50th year!

In this compact, practical, and research-driven guide to marketing strategy, Hunter Leonard shares tools, information and insights gathered over the past 16 years in his marketing consultancy that has helped to grow over 50 organisations in 20 different countries. Hunter uses a cooking analogy to explain the recipe and ingredients needed to develop a successful marketing plan. Accessible and direct, Get Your Marketing Cooking is a must-listen for any business wanting to establish or expand their market.

Business owners and leaders are being challenged as never before. The trends are changing fast, business models are under attack, clients are fickle, and staff expectations are rising. It can make for very reactionary leadership...but that is not what drives sustainable success. As you're seeking to drive the growth, performance, and, ultimately, value of your business, what must be done to avoid stalling through the climb? At last, there is a book that supports leaders in not only surviving, but thriving in this context.

Have you or a friend or loved one struggled with loss, abuse, addiction, low self-esteem, or even suicidal ideation? Then this book will ring true for you. Dr. Liz’ personal memoir chronicles the first 25 years of her life living in abusive environments, how she survived and ultimately found her way into the supportive and caring arms of 12-step recovery programs.

Ready to create a kick-arse retail business within your salon business? If you own a salon, you need to listen to this book. It will change how you think about retail, your clients, your product rep, and yourself. Learn retail how, why, who, and when - without the fluff, spin, or sales hype.

“Working Dads and Balancing Acts” is a compilation of stories to celebrate fathers who, like you, want to be the best they can be in everything they do and be the best for their children.

From Italian, English and Mexican proverbs to Arabian or Chinese parables the curse of family business is always the same. Namely, that the first generation makes it, the second generation enjoys it and the third generation destroys it! Rags to riches and back again in three generations.