Plan Now, Retire Happy


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When it comes to your retirement, it’s easy to stick your head in the sand thinking you are too young, too busy and too cash-strapped to worry about the future. Or maybe you're discouraged by all the bad news about pensions? But as the nation’s favourite money man explains, even the recession is no excuse to stop planning ahead. But where do you start? And who should you trust? In this step-by-step guide to pensions and building financial security, Alvin Hall separates the myths from the realities, and shows how a little planning and action today will empower you tomorrow. From the very first step of visualising your retirement, to creating a sound and flexible investment plan that allows you to make the most of your money – whatever your circumstances. Plan Now, Retire Happy is the essential guide for anyone wanting a happy future. Whether you are 20 or 60 and whatever your retirement dreams, picking up this book is the first step to achieving them.







Let's Plan what to Do Now


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Plan Now for Future Public Works


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Three Lines in a Circle


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One line straight down. One line to the right. One line to the left, then a circle. That was all—just three lines in a circle. This bold picture book tells the story of the peace symbol—designed in 1958 by a London activist protesting nuclear weapons—and how it inspired people all over the world. Depicting the symbol's travels from peace marches and liberation movements to the end of apartheid and the fall of the Berlin Wall, Three Lines in a Circle offers a message of inspiration to today's children and adults who are working to create social change. An author’s note provides historical background and a time line of late twentieth-century peace movements.







Designing Your Life


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#1 NEW YORK TIMES BEST SELLER • At last, a book that shows you how to build—design—a life you can thrive in, at any age or stage • “Life has questions. They have answers.” —The New York Times Designers create worlds and solve problems using design thinking. Look around your office or home—at the tablet or smartphone you may be holding or the chair you are sitting in. Everything in our lives was designed by someone. And every design starts with a problem that a designer or team of designers seeks to solve. In this book, Bill Burnett and Dave Evans show us how design thinking can help us create a life that is both meaningful and fulfilling, regardless of who or where we are, what we do or have done for a living, or how young or old we are. The same design thinking responsible for amazing technology, products, and spaces can be used to design and build your career and your life, a life of fulfillment and joy, constantly creative and productive, one that always holds the possibility of surprise.




You're in Charge--Now What?


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Getting a new job or a big promotion is like building a house: You need to get the foundation right for both. With a job, the quick-drying cement is how well you do in your first hundred days, since they establish the foundation for long-term momentum and great performance. Tom Neff and Jim Citrin are two of the world’s leading experts on leadership and career success. As key figures at Spencer Stuart (hailed by the Wall Street Journal as the number one brand name in executive search), they must understand the criteria for success when they recruit top executives for new leadership positions. Through compelling, first-hand stories you will hear from people such as Jeffrey Immelt, CEO of GE, on how his career has been a series of successive first hundred days. Larry Summers, president of Harvard University, talks candidly about what he could have done differently in his early days to avoid dissipating goodwill among the diverse constituencies important for his future success. Gary Kusin of Kinko’s shares the specifics of the hundred-day action plan he crafted for himself before he started his new job. Paul Pressler of Gap Inc. shows how he developed a general strategic agenda that established fundamental principles and goals, waiting to prepare a more detailed strategic plan until later in his tenure. Tom Neff and Jim Citrin’s actionable eight-point plan will be the foundation for your success—whether you are moving to a new organization or being promoted—showing how to: • Prepare yourself mentally, physically, and emotionally from the time you accept until the time you begin • Manage others’ expectations of you—bosses, colleagues, and subordinates • Shape and build the team that will work with you • Learn the lay of the land and find out how things “really work around here” • Communicate your story effectively to people inside and outside the organization • Avoid the top ten traps that confront every new leader, such as disrespecting your predecessor, misreading the true sources of power in the organization, or succumbing to the “savior syndrome” When you start a new job you are in what AOL’s Jon Miller calls a “temporary state of incompetence,” faced with having to do the most when you know the least. But with the eight-point plan of You’re in Charge—Now What? you’ll understand and be able to take action on the patterns that will build your success. Also available as an eBook




Healthy Lifestyle Plan: Turn Your Life Healthy Starting Now


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Healthy Habits Series: Transform Your Life Through Healthy Lifestyle Choices Book Series As a person who has successfully transformed my own life through a commitment to healthy living, I am thrilled to share my knowledge and experience with readers who are looking to make positive changes in their own lives. In this comprehensive guide, "Healthy Lifestyle Plan: Turn Your Life Healthy Starting Now", I offer practical advice, strategies, and insights that can help anyone embrace a healthier, happier, and more fulfilling lifestyle. From the outset, this book emphasizes the importance of a holistic approach to health and wellness. Rather than focusing solely on diet and exercise, the book recognizes that true health involves a multitude of factors, including stress management, sleep habits, and social support. By addressing each of these areas in depth, readers can gain a comprehensive understanding of what it takes to live a truly healthy lifestyle. One of the key features of this book is its emphasis on self-reflection and self-awareness. Before embarking on any major lifestyle change, it is important to understand where you are currently and where you want to be. That's why this book includes a chapter on assessing your current lifestyle, which guides readers through a process of identifying their strengths and weaknesses, setting realistic goals, and developing a plan for success. Of course, one of the most essential aspects of a healthy lifestyle is nutrition. In "Healthy Lifestyle Plan", I devote an entire chapter to creating a healthy eating plan. Through a combination of science-based advice and practical tips, readers can learn how to develop a balanced, nutrient-dense diet that supports their overall health and well-being. From meal planning to eat out, this chapter covers all the essentials of healthy eating. Another critical component of a healthy lifestyle is exercise. But in order to maintain a regular exercise routine, it's important to find activities that are enjoyable and sustainable. That's why the book's chapter on building an exercise routine emphasizes the importance of trying new things, exploring different types of physical activity and staying motivated over the long term. In addition to diet and exercise, the book covers a range of other topics related to health and wellness. From stress management to sleep habits, readers can gain a deeper understanding of the factors that contribute to overall well-being. The book also includes a chapter on building a support system, which recognizes that no one can achieve their goals alone. By cultivating strong relationships and seeking out supportive communities, readers can enhance their chances of success. Of course, adopting a healthy lifestyle is not always easy. That's why the book also addresses common barriers to healthy living, such as lack of time, motivation, or knowledge. Through a combination of practical strategies and inspirational stories, readers can learn how to overcome these obstacles and stay on track with their goals. Ultimately, the book emphasizes that healthy living is a journey, not a destination. By celebrating successes, learning from setbacks, and continuing to grow and evolve, readers can build a healthy lifestyle that lasts a lifetime. With "Healthy Lifestyle Plan: Turn Your Life Healthy Starting Now", readers have all the tools they need to make that journey a success.