The 1 Solution

Presents strategies for introducing small changes in habits and outlook which can enhance the quality of life and improve the chances of success in achieving personal and professional goals.

The 1% Solution solves one of life's biggest problems; how to overcome a lifetime of obstacles fast enough in order to make a significant impact in the limited time we have or, more precisely, how to become a 20-year overnight success! Inside each one of us are big goals and lofty dreams. We aspire to be better people so we can live a fulfilling life, help those we care for, make our mark in this world and leave it a little better than we found it. As humans, we strive for more than just living; we strive to make a difference and to inspire others. However, sometimes we get stuck and find it hard to persevere. Other times we are fearful, since the gap between where we are today and where we hope to be tomorrow looks enormous. This can cause us to give up before we even start or become discouraged in the process. There is no need to struggle by yourself. The 1% Solution offers a simple and easy-to-follow solution that will not let you down. It shows you how to use the compounding power of good habits to overcome setbacks and to persevere, by taking a lifetime of daunting effort and breaking it down into bite-sized, daily pieces. Learn how to: > Build the character traits necessary to overcome any obstacle. > Achieve big, important goals and bounce back from any failure. > Manage time better so you can be more effective and get more done. > Become a leader, make decisions and communicate those decisions. > Get things done and stay motivated during tough times. > Achieve financial success and leave a legacy to those you care about. The 1% Solution is based on the habits that helped the author, Eamonn Percy, turn his life around from an aimless 20-year old to a successful career in business as a global executive, entrepreneur and investor. It is practical, not theoretical, and based upon real-life experience. There are three ways to use The 1% Solution to help you persevere and then succeed: First, if your long-term goal is to improve your overall discipline and habits, then read the entire book from cover to cover. Concentrate on understanding and implementing principles of The 1% Solution as a system by adopting a philosophy of daily continuous improvement. Second, if you are in a slump and need some encouragement, use The 1% Solution as a companion to get through this tough time. Remind yourself that the situation is temporary and it will pass. Keep it nearby and regularly read the sections that resonate with you the most. Third, if you find yourself stuck on a specific problem and want to build a new skill, then find the habit that most closely addresses your problem, and study that habit daily for one week. Take the actions necessary to make it part of your daily routine. The 1% Solution is packed with real-life examples and concrete information, including: - 13 chapters, each representing a theme of personal growth - 100 daily habits for improved self-discipline - 102 motivational quotes to get you through tough times - 77 quote author profiles for more inspiration - 13 personal stories showcasing perseverance and grit - 60 recommended books on personal transformation - 13 sets of self-reflection questions (Actions for Traction) - And 100s of specific and actionable tactics to achieve more success, wealth and happiness. The 1% Solution will help you develop the good habits necessary, so you can persevere over obstacles, achieve big goals and get more done with less effort.

In the aftermath of the 2010 Citizens United decision, it's become commonplace to note the growing political dominance of a small segment of the economic elite. But what exactly are those members of the elite doing with their newfound influence? The One Percent Solution provides an answer to this question for the first time. Gordon Lafer's book is a comprehensive account of legislation promoted by the nation's biggest corporate lobbies across all fifty state legislatures and encompassing a wide range of labor and economic policies.In an era of growing economic insecurity, it turns out that one of the main reasons life is becoming harder for American workers is a relentless—and concerted—offensive by the country’s best-funded and most powerful political forces: corporate lobbies empowered by the Supreme Court to influence legislative outcomes with an endless supply of cash. These actors have successfully championed hundreds of new laws that lower wages, eliminate paid sick leave, undo the right to sue over job discrimination, and cut essential public services.Lafer shows how corporate strategies have been shaped by twenty-first-century conditions—including globalization, economic decline, and the populism reflected in both the Trump and Sanders campaigns of 2016. Perhaps most important, Lafer shows that the corporate legislative agenda has come to endanger the scope of democracy itself. For anyone who wants to know what to expect from corporate-backed Republican leadership in Washington, D.C., there is no better guide than this record of what the same set of actors has been doing in the state legislatures under its control.

A guide to improving networking skills provides a self-assessment test and fifty-two weeks of exercises that assist in all aspects of networking.

When Stories Break, You Send in the Genrenauts. Struggling stand-up comic Leah Tang is offered a once-in-a-lifetime chance to join the Genrenauts, a secret organization of dimensional travelers. Leah learns that our world is just one of many, and every other world is the home of a story genre — Science Fiction or Romance, Fantasy or Western — populated by archetypal characters and constantly playing out familiar stories. The Genrenauts’ mission: find and fix broken stories. If they fail, the ripples from the story worlds will cause havoc and devastation on their home world. Leah joins the team as they travel to Western World to stop a bandit posse on the rampage. But the Western's hero isn't interested in winning, and the safety of Earth hangs in the balance... The first episode of the exciting science fiction novella series. If you like Leverage, Redshirts, or Quantum Leap, check out Genrenauts for a brand-new adventure. PRAISE FOR THE SHOOTOUT SOLUTION "If you like the TV show Leverage or the books of Jasper Fforde, Genrenauts is absolutely the series for you. Exploring genre tropes while saving the world has never been more fun." — Between the Covers "Who hasn't wanted to imagine themselves parachuting into a story gone wrong and putting it back on track? It's storytelling as heroism, genre savviness as power. Endless fun. Catnip for genre geeks." — Marie Brennan, World Fantasy nominated author of A Natural History of Dragons “A clever, exciting, and seriously fun twist on portal fantasy that sends a geeky stand-up comedian into the Wild West. Sign me up to be a Genrenaut, too!” —Delilah S. Dawson, author of the Blud series and Hit At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.

Dealing with unpaid taxes? Looking for investment opportunities? With home foreclosures at an all-time high and the erratic stock market damaging 401(k) accounts, people are looking for innovative ways to invest their money and improve their financial situation through different investment vehicles. Moskowitz explains what tax lien certificates are (liens against property for unpaid taxes), why they are safe investments (certain states insure them), and how they fit into an overall financial plan. This new edition includes updates to the laws and procedures of states and counties that offer tax lien certificates.

"Written as 'true fiction' The 15% Solution's primary purpose is to show how fascism can be gradually introduced into any country, even the 'world's greatest democracy', and by constitutional means, no less"-- p. [4] cover.

The ambitious First Lord of the resurrected Star League launches a campaign to rebuild the ancient Capellan Confederation. With his sights set on expanding his borders through the reclamation of the St. Ives Compact, he is brought into direct conflict with his own family. Supported by the ferocious Hustang Warriors, the threat poses a danger to all who would oppose the First Lord's rule. With military units divided in their loyalties, the question remains: Who is willing to pay the higher price in blood?