Badasses

They were the NFL’s ultimate outlaws, black-clad iconoclasts who, with a peculiar mix of machismo and brotherhood, of postgrad degrees and firearms, merrily defied pro football corporatism. The Oakland Raiders of the 1970s were some of the most outrageous, beloved, and violent football teams ever to play the game. In this rollicking biography, Peter Richmond tells the story of Oakland’s wrecking crew of psychos, oddballs, and geniuses who won six division titles and a Super Bowl under the brilliant leadership of coach John Madden and owner Al Davis. Richmond goes inside the locker room and onto the field with Ken Stabler, Willie Brown, Fred Biletnikoff, George Atkinson, Phil Villapiano, and the rest of this band of brothers who made the Raiders legendary. Funny, raunchy, and inspiring, Badasses celebrates the ’70s Raiders as the last teams to play professional football the way it was meant to be played: down and very, very dirty.

Please note: This is a companion version & not the original book. Sample Book Insights: #1 The 1972 AFC playoffs were the first postseason appearance for the Raiders in four decades. The team was met with fans who were ready to celebrate, but were blocked from getting to the hotel by police. Moore and several other players decided to confront the police officers themselves. #2 Moore’s first Badass proclamation was when he called a riot-squad cop a motherfucker. He lusted for Raider retaliation, and when the state of Pennsylvania offered him a deal not to sue the police if he didn’t talk to the press, Moore refused and was arrested. #3 The Immaculate Reception is often referred to as the greatest sports miracle in history. But what exactly does the phrase Immaculate Reception imply other than that it took Outside Help to defeat Oakland’s Army of the Night on December 8, 1972. #4 The Raiders’ plane had developed engine trouble at the start of their trip, and a replacement couldn’t come in because of the fog. They had to bus to San Francisco for another flight east.

Please note: This is a companion version & not the original book. Sample Book Insights: #1 Attention is the first thing to be cultivated when dealing with spirituality. You must place your attention on the thing that invited you to read this book: anxiety, depression, frustration, suffering, unhappiness, lack of meaning, angst, something’s missing. #2 Take a big breath and exhale through your nose. Inhale through your nose and chest cavity, and then exhale. Do this now. #3 When we read spiritual books, we begin to see the bigger picture of life and how we fit into it. When we see this bigger picture, we become more attentive to our lives and our surroundings.

Please note: This is a companion version & not the original book. Book Preview: #1 Attention is the first thing to be cultivated when dealing with spirituality. You must place your attention on the thing that invited you to read this book: anxiety, depression, frustration, suffering, unhappiness, lack of meaning, angst, something’s missing. #2 Take a big breath and exhale through your nose. Inhale through your nose and chest cavity, and then exhale. Do this now. #3 When we read spiritual books, we begin to see the bigger picture of life and how we fit into it. When we see this bigger picture, we become more attentive to our lives and our surroundings.

Turn the tables on the social dynamics of sales—stop chasing prospects and start closing deals Sales Badassery: Kick Ass. Take Names. Crush the Competition is a no-nonsense guide to transforming your entire attitude to sales, turning the old way of doing things on its head to shift all the power to you. The common myth of sales strategy tells you to approach a prospect from a position of deference—they hold the superior position, forcing you to supplicate, beg, make undue concessions, and be at their beck and call during and after the sale. This indispensable work shows you that levelling the playing field is not enough, you need to slant it in your direction. The innovative Sales Badassery philosophy enables you to turn yourself into an unstoppable sales powerhouse, taking no prisoners along the way. Best-selling author Frank Rumbauskas has distilled years of successful sales experience into an effective sales philosophy. This invaluable book provides the tools and guidance for transforming ordinary salespeople into top-level businesspersons. Regardless of what you sell, the proven techniques of this essential resource will empower you to: Transform yourself into a Sales Badass, respected by your customers and feared by your competitors Stop sucking up to your prospects and never accept the word “no” Adopt a zero-tolerance policy for disrespectful and unreasonable customers Convert customers into colleagues to expand your contacts and increase referrals Sales Badassery: Kick Ass. Take Names. Crush the Competition is a must-read for everyone tired of chasing prospects and selling their souls for the sake of a sale. This transformative approach to sales will enable you leverage your power, conquer your competitors, and steer your goals in the direction you always wanted.

Cultivate Relationships with Your People for Empowerment and Healing This groundbreaking book shows you how to work with different types of ancestors to find, develop, and celebrate the personal power of your inner badass. By embracing the strength of your lineage—both blood relatives and those chosen by the heart—you can receive wisdom and guidance when you need it the most. Badass Ancestors provides a compelling series of rituals, meditations, mantras, and exercises that connect you with ancestral guides. You'll discover advice on genealogy research, the history of ancestor veneration in cultures around the world, ways to deal with problematic ancestors, and how to leave your own legacy for future generations. Each chapter offers unique calls to action—including crafts and recipes—that help you build self-confidence and overall badassery with your ancestors' assistance. When you develop relationships with your relatives and with spiritual or archetypal ancestors, you engage the process of healing trauma and achieving a deep sense of emotional and spiritual well-being.

HEAT ღ HUMOR ღ HEA Nadine Ramsey is a no-nonsense security specialist. Working for her father offered her a chance to travel the world. But now, she’s ready to settle down. Nadine has a new job and home waiting for her. All she needs to do is face her feelings for a sexy country boy in Ellsberg. Cavalry Majors has loved Nadine since he was a teenager. Now, he’s all grown up. While he loves his life in Ellsberg, the lovestruck Cavalry will do anything to win his badass bae’s heart. This summer Rafael Ramsey’s only daughter and Vaughn Majors’ third son will finally get their chance to create forever. "Straight Up Badass" contains graphic sexual content, violent situations, harsh language, and drug use. The book is only appropriate for adult readers age 18+.

There is no right or wrong way to drink bourbon—in a cocktail, straight up, on the rocks, or with a splash of soda. You will never know which is your way until you try them all, and How to Be a Bourbon Badass will guide you on the path of your own bourbon adventure. In How to Be a Bourbon Badass, Linda Ruffenach tells the story of her own personal journey with bourbon and shares behind-the-scenes tales from bourbon industry experts and rock stars. She captures the storied history of America’s native spirit, explains the process of making liquid gold, and offers top-notch cocktail, dinner, and dessert recipes for the novice and connoisseur alike. From tales of legendary master distillers to stories of women whose lives were changed through newfound bourbon badass confidence, and from recipes for classics like the bourbon highball to fresh twists like strawberry bourbon lemonade with rosemary, Linda Ruffenach will redefine your perceptions of bourbon and those who savor it. Your journey to becoming a bourbon badass begins here.