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How do I make good decisions?This is a question many leaders ask as they consider choices on investments, hiring (and firing), product launches, acquisitions, and more. Often people think the decision itself is what makes a good outcome but, in reality, the many choices that follow a decision heavily influence its level of success. Well Made Decisions explores how leaders can both make a choice and make it right through exceptional implementation.In this book, you will learn:Why both decision-making and implementation are crucial to making decisions rightHow one company''s lack of candor cost them $1.4 billionWhy, despite good intentions, over 70% of mergers fail to achieve their potentialHow to finish the decisions you startWell Made Decisions includes stories and insights from Amazon, Intel, Netflix, Estée Lauder, Ann Sacks, Planar, Schoolhouse Electric and Supply Co, and more. Author and executive Jennifer Davis explains how post-decision follow-through-or the lack of it-alters the results of decisions. The book includes steps readers can take to improve how they make and implement decisions, including advice about talent density, strategy development, and team collaboration. If you''ve ever wondered what goes into a good decision, here''s your go-to guide.

Kailey Bright''s UNFORTUNATE is Red Queen meets An Ember in the Ashes and Book #1 of the UN series. Dive into the fray and be brave despite fear.Nora is an Unfortunate-born without any powers and born to serve Gifteds: other humans with extraordinary abilities. When a prominent Gifted figure offers Nora the opportunity to attend Galdor Academy, Nora weighs her options: forever remain the property of a Gifted household or experience a semblance of agency at an elite military school for Gifted children. She remembers her unbreakable promise and accepts.At first, Nora just wants to make her sponsor proud rather than be sent away in a body bag. But once the Anti-Gifted Movement starts an impossible-to-ignore revolution alongside a mysterious terrorist with an unmatched Divine-like power, the Kingdom of Iridion is forever broken wide open. While Nora hopes she can prove that Unfortunates deserve equity, the AGM are done begging; they intend to bring every last Gifted low who sought to lord over them. Caught in the crossfire, Nora must make a decision-fight back or let the kingdom splinter to ruin.

"We are all taking a trip to Thailand!" These are the words Lenox''s dad excitedly exclaimed over dinner. Never having been out of the country or even to the airport, Lenox will finally get to accomplish his dream of boarding an airplane and traveling to a far-off land. After learning that his great grandfather was a legendary Tuskegee Airman, Lenox becomes convinced that he must prove that he can be brave in order to earn his pilot wings-just like his great grandfather did. When the day finally comes for Lenox to board his first flight he encounters many new, scary and wonderful things at the airport with his family. All of the excitement causes him to lose the one thing he needs to get on his flight-his passport. He and his little sister Teagan set out on an adventure to find it before their flight takes off. Adventure is awaiting in Lenox Takes Flight! Find out if Lenox will find his passport on time and face his fear in order to earn pilot wings.

In Twisted Tech, author Scott McClallen seeks to analyze and explore the intersection of technology, free speech, and privacy. He believes technology holds the keys to future advancement of humanity. From accidental policy enforcement to individuals misusing tech; McClallen delves into where things can go wrong while highlighting the incredible opportunities that exist. McClallen seeks to start a conversation. But first, people need to know what's going on so they can identify emerging problems as technology envelops every part of our lives and blurs the line between public and private. Moving from technology's roots to the modern-day, there is a lot to explore. Research and interviews with the Babylon Bee's CEO Seth Dillon, commentary from Reason's Robby Soave, and more will illuminate issues of: The future of tech.The power players involved in the control and dissemination of information.How to balance using tech while keeping your privacyIf you are looking for a deeply researched book detailing the current and future state of technology in the world, Scott McClallen's Twisted Tech belongs in your library.

Ravenswing Academy is proud to announce their super smart Wildlife Divas Adventure Team. Cherie, their instructor and leader, proudly presents this team of young, bright girls:EBONY - A popular and pretty artist and social media-savvy divaKYLONI - A petite teen and aspiring scientist with a ginormous vocabularyVALERIE - A girl comfortable with tech; not quite comfortable with peopleYALANI - A budding engineering expert and future skateboarder extraordinaireSTORM - A brilliant, bug-loving, math whiz kid, sharp, and quick girl; it''s all in her nameCherie and the Wildlife Divas go on the trip of a lifetime: fly to Uganda to save endangered gorillas. They will use science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics (STEAM) to complete their first international mission. But what happens when their trek is interrupted by poachers? THE WILDLIFE DIVAS ADVENTURE TEAM: Saving the Endangered Mountain Gorilla is the first of many adventures with the Wildlife Divas. The Divas prove that Black girls are smart, creative, and always up for international adventure

How far will a person go to defend someone they love?In Sally Barrilla''s psychological thriller, The Doctor, a fearless private detective uses passion and determination in her journey to seek revenge against a ruthless doctor and regain a form of peace. When the tragic loss of her son turns her life upside down, private detective Sasha Thomas takes matters into her own hands after she realizes things didn''t have to turn out this way. She finds allies in new friends who share the common bond of their loss as they continue to uncover evidence of the crime. However, she soon finds herself trying to defend her own inner darkness as she struggles to convince her business partner to support her plan for the ultimate revenge. In her darkest moments, she explores:If every human being has an alter ego?If alter egos have a good or bad side? If so, which one is more powerful?In The Doctor, Sasha Thomas must choose between love, sadness, or anger to discover if vengeance is worth the price of losing her own heart.

Cranston F. Gittens holds a Master''s degree in special education from the University of South Florida. He is a Minority Voices English teacher in Washington DC, and he coaches wrestling. While reaching his own dream, he has managed to positively influence students, coach multiple state champion wrestlers, and earned the recognition of "Teacher of the Year" in 2018.Cranston is the youngest of four, a first-generation Guyanese-American citizen, and a friend to anyone who knows him. Does the "American Dream" exist for minorities, particularly for those who don''t match stereotypes?The United States has long had the reputation for being the land where dreams are realized. Immigrants have left their homes and country to carve out their place in America. But is that possible for American-born minorities given the hostility towards them?Cranston F. Gittens shares his path to achieving his American Dream in his memoir, Oreo the Token Black Kid. To reach that height, he had to discover discovering his authentic self despite expectations based on his parents'' culture, assumptions about Black people, navigating predominantly white educational and athletic spheres, health issues, and being true to his faith in God.Gittens understands that Black men are not one-dimensional clones and encourages others to go for their dreams. You''ll read:The impact of his Guyanese mother''s ambitionBrotherhood created across racial lines through wrestlingHow racist incidents hurt but did not hinder himMindset that took him from near high school dropout to Teacher of the YearOreo the Token Black Kid is a story of heart, grit, and ambition. It speaks to the champion in us all. If you like inspirational stories of overcomers, this book belongs by your bedside."Cranston''s experience as a teacher gives him unique insight into crafting a voice that will reach all young adult readers." - Laura Turowski, Librarian"I looked forward to every page turn knowing I was going to meet someone new in his life." - Heather Allen "The authenticity is palpable. Gittens articulates his life experiences so that every moment feels raw and impactful. This book is essential for readers from all walks of life." - Vincent Casciani, author of Iberian Claim "Pleasantly surprised to read a fresh perspective on youth and racial bias. A great read for anyone who has felt out of place growing up in the USA." - Gennady Gallardo 

Wake up. Train. Sleep. Repeat. Socializing not encouraged. Eating not recommended.Welcome to the life of Chinese American pop star Rose B.D. The headlines will tell you that the thin, talented, and adored Flower Princess of Shanghai has it all. No one suspects that dangerous struggles linger beneath the surface - not even Rose herself. But after crossing paths with outgoing college student Lucas, Rose''s eyes are quickly opened to the reality of what living in the spotlight means. When symptoms of an eating disorder become too much to ignore, Rose finds herself having to choose between the life she has worked so hard to build and the severe aftermath of neglecting her needs.Through Rose''s story, Cheng shines a light on the inadequate conversation surrounding mental health within the entertainment industry. In Unglamored, beauty standards within Asian culture are challenged, the power of celebrity influence is recognized, and readers are reminded that true healing comes through vulnerability and meaningful human connection.