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Power Hour: How to Focus on Your Goals and Create a Life You Love
By Adrienne Herbert. 2020
'A habit-forming work of genius' STYLIST'Adrienne is here to motivate and encourage us all' FEARNE COTTON________________________________The Power Hour message is…
simple: taking an hour for yourselves and your aspirations isn't selfish or impossible, it's essential. This book will show you how to harness the first hour of your day in order to achieve your goals - whether those are starting a business, getting fit or pursuing your passion - before the rest of the world wakes up and starts competing for your attention. Most importantly, it will make you realise that it is always possible to make a change and create a life you love.Stop waiting for the right time, or for more time. Start with just one hour today.________________________________'Bursting with ideas' INDEPENDENT'Read this book' EMMA GANNON'A bible' EVENING STANDARD'Invaluable' MARIE CLAIRE'A must-read' GLAMOUR'Hugely inspirational' LAUREN ARMES'Authentic' VOGUE'I love this book' JAKE HUMPHREYPositively Happy: Cosmic Ways To Change Your Life
By Noel Edmonds. 2011
'Throughout the many ups and downs, the successes and the failures in my life, there has been a consistent and…
all-embracing belief that a positive attitude produces results.'Acknowledged both as one of the most famous faces on British television and an astute businessman, Noel Edmonds knows what it's like to be hugely successful. In this book he talks about the high and low points of his career; how he dealt with major changes in his professional and personal life and how his belief in himself and the cosmos have brought him back to our screens in Deal or No Deal.Drawing on his own experiences he tells you how to:* Make your own luck* Stay focused when things are getting tough* Be positive in a negatively oriented world* Play to your strengths* Step outside your comfort zone...and ultimately develop practical strategies that will enable you to get the most out of your life.Positive Parenting: Raising Children with Self-Esteem
By Elizabeth Hartley-Brewer. 1994
Positive Parenting is a parenting book with a difference. It does not tell you the practicalities of raising a child…
such as how to potty train, or when to introduce solids foods. Instead, it argues that what really matters is helping children to grow up feeling secure and good about themselves. Children -like adults- perform best when they feel good about themselves. This book will show you how to help your child develop: * positive self-esteem * self-confidence * self reliance Positive self-esteem is the best gift any parent can give their child. Knowing yourself and liking yourself is so often the key to success in life-affecting personal relationships, general motivation and success in work. Using key words like 'praise', 'play', 'touch' and 'talk', this book speaks to new and exerienced parents alike about what helps children develop and what blocks progress. Positive Parenting will empower and encourage, affirming that is okay to do it your way. No matter how difficult parenting may have been in the past, Positive Thinking offers a clear and simple way forward in the most influential relationship of all-that between parent and childThe Pippa Guide: Live Your Best Life
By Pippa O'Connor Ormond. 2019
"I think anyone can do anything they want to do. I really believe that."Style icon and savvy businesswoman Pippa O'Connor…
Ormond believes that anything is achievable if you put your mind to it.In this honest and revealing guide to modern life, Pippa shares some of her personal moments, experiences and life lessons that have shaped her into the person she is today. From excelling at work, to making your house a home, styling your wardrobe and perfecting your beauty routine, nurturing family and friendships while promoting self-care, Pippa will reveal her most valuable tips for bringing positivity and happiness into your life."I'm always practising gratitude. No matter what you have in life, once you are grateful for it, it manifests more. 100%."Pig Wrestling: The Brilliantly Simple Way to Solve Any Problem… and Create the Change You Need
By Pete Lindsay, Dr Mark Bawden. 2017
‘This enjoyable book could bring about profound change’ Professor Steve Peters author of The Chimp ParadoxARE YOU WRESTLING WITH A…
PIG OF A PROBLEM?Pig Wrestling is a simple story with a powerful message. Read it in under an hour, and you’ll be ready to tackle any type of sticky situation in work or life.Meet a stressed Young Manager, whose teams are at each other’s throats. At his local coffee bar he shares his frustrations with his barista – who turns out to be more than he seems.It’s the start of a journey into Pig Wrestling – a process that can be used to resolve any seemingly impossible problem. By reframing the issue we can all create change, whenever and wherever we need it most.Developed out of the authors’ work in elite sports and business – including Manchester City, Olympic champion Jessica Ennis-Hill and the England Cricket team – this instantly memorable story will help you thrive in complex and messy times.Persuade in a Minute
By Tony Wrighton. 2011
WANT TO BE MORE PERSUASIVE AND CHARISMATIC?INTERESTED IN LEARNING HOW TO DELIVER A MESSAGE UNDER THE RADAR?These super-quick, easy and…
effective persuasion techniques will get people saying YES in seconds. Whether it's making more authoritative presentations, winning arguments or even using Facebook to get your way, you can start persuading NOW because each technique takes a minute or less.LEARN HOW TO: ·Make a sensational first impression·Climb the career ladder super-fast·Make more money and close the deal·Hear that magic word YES!You'll even learn 'the most persuasive word in the world' (CLUE: It's on the back cover of this book.)One of the greatest nineteenth-century scientist-explorers, Alexander von Humboldt traversed the tropical Spanish Americas between 1799 and 1804. By the…
time of his death in 1859, he had won international fame for his scientific discoveries, his observations of Native American peoples and his detailed descriptions of the flora and fauna of the 'new continent'. The first to draw and speculate on Aztec art, to observe reverse polarity in magnetism and to discover why America is called America, his writings profoundly influenced the course of Victorian culture, causing Darwin to reflect: 'He alone gives any notion of the feelings which are raised in the mind on first entering the Tropics'.Perfect Relaxation
By Elaine Van Der Zeil. 2009
Perfect Relaxation is an invaluable guide for anyone who wants to learn how to remain calm and powerful in challenging…
situations. Covering everything from how to stop obsessing to how to start thinking positively, it gives step-by-step guidance on beating stress and shows you how to make relaxation a part of your everyday life. With helpful suggestions for instant calming techniques and daily exercises to help combat tension, Perfect Relaxation has everything you need to bring your stress levels under control.The Perfect series is a range of practical guides that give clear and straightforward advice on everything from getting your first job to choosing your baby's name. Written by experienced authors offering tried-and-tested tips, each book contains all you need to get it right first time.Perfect Positive Thinking
By Lynn Williams. 2009
Perfect Positive Thinking is essential reading for anyone who wants to feel optimistic and enthusiastic. Written by a professional life…
coach, with years of experience in the field, it gives practical advice on how to overcome negative feelings, explains how to deal with problems like anxiety and self-doubt, and provides helpful tips on how to gain energy, motivation and a sense of purpose. Covering everything from exercising to eating, and from stretching to sleep, Perfect Positive Thinking has all you need to feel happy and confident.The Perfect series is a range of practical guides that give clear and straightforward advice on everything from getting your first job to choosing your baby's name. Written by experienced authors offering tried-and-tested tips, each book contains all you need to get it right first time.Perfect Personality Profiles
By Dr Helen Baron. 2007
Perfect Personality Profiles is essential reading for anyone who needs to find out more about psychometric profiling. Including everything from…
helpful pointers on how to get ready to a thorough breakdown of the personality traits that questionnaires examine, this book walks you through every aspect of personality profiles. Whether you're a graduate looking to take the first step on the career ladder, or you're planning an all-important job change, Perfect Personality Profiles has everything you need to make sure you stand out from the competition.The Perfect series is a range of practical guides that give clear and straightforward advice on everything from getting your first job to choosing your baby's name. Written by experienced authors offering tried-and-tested tips, each book contains all you need to get it right first time.Perfect Negotiation
By Gavin Kennedy. 1992
The ability to negotiate effectively is a vital skill for business and for everyday life. Whether you want to negotiate…
a business deal, a pay rise – or the price of a new house or car, Perfect Negotiation shows you how to get a better deal every time – and avoid costly mistakes. Perfect Negotiation tells you everything you need to know about the art of negotiation, from what it is, to how to perfect the technique for yourself. Soon you will be able to bargain yourself to success.The Perfect series is a range of practical guides that give clear and straightforward advice on everything from getting your first job to choosing your baby's name. Written by experienced authors offering tried-and-tested tips, each book contains all you need to get it right first time.Perfect Memory Training
By Dr Fiona McPherson. 2009
Perfect Memory Training is essential reading for anyone who wants to strengthen their powers of recall. Written by Dr Fiona…
McPherson, a psychologist with years of experience in the field, it explains how memories are created and stored, sets out a range of techniques to help you improve these processes, and provides exercises to help you track your progress. Whether you want to get better at remembering names, faces, lists or pieces of general knowledge, Perfect Memory Training has everything you need to boost your mental ability.The Perfect series is a range of practical guides that give clear and straightforward advice on everything from getting your first job to choosing your baby's name. Written by experienced authors offering tried-and-tested tips, each book contains all you need to get it right first time.The Perfect Interview: All you need to get it right the first time
By Max Eggert. 2003
Perfect Interview is an invaluable guide for anyone who's applying for jobs. Written by a leading HR professional with years…
of experience in the field, it explains how interviews are constructed, gives practical advice about how to show yourself in your best light, and provides real-life examples to help you practise at home. Whether you're a graduate looking to take the first step on the career ladder, or you're planning an all-important job change, Perfect Interview will help you stand out from the competition.The Perfect series is a range of practical guides that give clear and straightforward advice on everything from getting your first job to choosing your baby's name. Written by experienced authors offering tried-and-tested tips, each book contains all you need to get it right first time.Perfect Customer Care
By Ted Johns. 1994
Perfect Customer Care provides companies big and small with the answers to some of the most important business questions facing…
us today. Customers don't come back with those valuable repeat orders unless you show them you care about their satisfaction. That means showing them you know how to look after them, how to provide what they want -- plus that little bit extra. Everyone in the firm, from the boss to the receptionist, must play a part in converting each new customer into a thoroughly satisfied client whose future orders will drive your continuing success. The Perfect series is a range of practical guides that give clear and straightforward advice on everything from getting your first job to choosing your baby's name. Written by experienced authors offering tried-and-tested tips, each book contains all you need to get it right first time.Perfect Counselling
By Max Eggert. 1996
Perfect Counselling provides you with an overview of what counselling is - and isn't - and gives you guidance on…
when it can be of value. The book is filled with examples and exercises to guide you through the skills and practice of counselling. Chapters include:--The process of counselling --Counselling skills --When to use counselling and when not to--Dealing with people who are reluctant or difficult--Gaining the commitment to action--Empowerment and tackling personal responsibility. This is the ideal book for anyone who frequently finds themselves in counselling situations in the office and outside work, and is also for everyone who is training, or considering training as a counsellor. The Perfect series is a range of practical guides that give clear and straightforward advice on everything from finding your first job to choosing your baby's name. Written by experienced authors offering tried-and-tested tips, each book contains all you need to get it right first time.Perfect Confidence
By Jan Ferguson. 2009
Perfect Confidence is the ideal companion for anyone who wants to boost their self-esteem. Covering everything from communicating clearly to…
handling conflict, it explains exactly why confidence matters and equips you with the skills you need to become more assertive. Whether you need to get ahead in the workplace or learn how to balance the demands of friends and family, Perfect Confidence has all you need to meet challenges head on.The Perfect series is a range of practical guides that give clear and straightforward advice on everything from getting your first job to choosing your baby's name. Written by experienced authors offering tried-and-tested tips, each book contains all you need to get it right first time.Penguin Writers' Guides: How to Write Effective Emails
By R L Trask. 2005
The Penguin Writers' Guides series provides authoritative, succinct and easy-to-follow guidance on specific aspects of written English. Whether you need…
to brush up your skills or get to grips with something for the first time, these invaluable Guides will help you find the best way to get your message across clearly and effectively.Many of us are spending more and more time using emails, especially at work. This practical guide steers you through all the basics and 'netiquette' of emailing strangers, business contacts and colleagues: from setting up an email account, presentation and formatting of your emails to how to avoid offensive blunders and the legal issues surrounding this kind of writing. It offers indispensable guidance for simple and direct writing - including cultural differences, appropriate language and common pitfalls - so that your emails give the best possible impression.A Parents' Guide To Primary School
By Elizabeth Grahamslaw. 2004
Education is an obsession for parents and children alike and parents will worry about anything to do with their children's…
schooling, from which school to choose and when their child should start to what they need to learn and how they'll cope in the playground.Schools are crying out for parents to become more involved in their children's education. A Parents' Guide to Primary School contains indispensable advice on:- Pre-school and choosing the right primary school- Getting ready for school and the first day- The curriculum, SATs, homework and the importance of parents' involvement in their children's learning- Discipline and bullying- Governors and the PTA - how to get involved- Parents' evenings and reports- Extracurricular activities- Special needs- Moving on - preparing for secondary schoolPanic Attacks: A Practical Guide to Recognising and Dealing With Feelings of Panic
By Ms S Breton. 1987
Panic attacks can ruin your life - but it lies within your power to overcome your fears and anxiety. Sue…
Breton - clinical psychologist, researcher into panic attacks and former sufferer - shows you how you can help yourself by understanding what type of task you have; taking short-term avoiding action to suit your personal needs; learning more about your own personality - which will give you power over panic for good. She includes breathing techniques and practical exercises to help you gain personal control, and provides advice for family and friends of panic attack sufferers.The Pain-Free Mindset: 7 Steps to Taking Control and Overcoming Chronic Pain
By Dr Deepak Ravindran. 2021
If you know anyone who works in the NHS. A nurse, doctor, physio, dietitian, administrator, manager, literally anyone. Gift them…
this book.Dr Rupy AujlaThis book is an absolute must have for anyone who wants to take back control of their lives - and most importantly - their pain. Kate SilvertonThere is no easy fix when it comes to chronic pain. Opioids are often the first, addictive resort and surgery rarely achieves the pain free outcome promised. But while there is no single fix, there is a way out and it starts with your mindset.This is the powerful approach of The Pain-Free Mindset, where NHS pain consultant Dr Ravindran brings his 20 years of experience to offer you an effective set of techniques that will help you take back control and overcome your pain. In this groundbreaking guide you will:·Discover what happens to your body and brain when you experience pain·Learn how you can change the way you perceive and respond to pain - without taking addictive medication·Find the best pain-management plan for you and your lifestylePacked with science-backed tips and inspiring case studies this book will transform your mindset and show that you have the power to live pain free.