Milestones to Success

Milestones to Success

Author: Acharya Prashant

Publisher: PrashantAdvait Foundation

Published: 2015-01-01

Total Pages: 30

ISBN-13: 9352585569

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While innumerable books have been penned down by contemporary motivational speakers and writers on success, ambition, motivation, positive thinking and accomplishments; very few books, if any at all, have talked of what success actually is and how it is different from a socially-defined set of parameters. Being an IIT-Delhi, IIM-Ahmedabad and an Ex-Indian Civil Services Officer himself, the author very compassionately steps into the shoes of an ambitious mind and invites it to be sensitive towards the incessant suffering caused due to this burning desire to achieve. He vividly talks of how understanding of 'your' real aim will bring you to peace even during the race. He jovially remarks on how playing hard and not working hard will be a more sensible way of moving towards a goal. Author's genius lies in the fact that he has very simply answered the most intricate and complex questions that arise in the mind of every student and working professional, giving clarity on success, a topic that haunts them perpetually.


Milestones in Water Reuse

Milestones in Water Reuse

Author: Valentina Lazarova

Publisher: IWA Publishing

Published: 2013-01-15

Total Pages: 393

ISBN-13: 1780400071

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Milestones in Water Reuse: The Best Success Stories illustrates the benefits of water reuse in integrated water resources management and its role for water cycle management, climate change adaptation and water in the cities of the future. Selected case studies are used to illustrate the different types of water reuse, i.e. agricultural irrigation, golf course and landscape irrigation, urban and industrial uses, environmental enhancement, as well as indirect and direct potable reuse. The various aspects related to water reuse are covered, including treatment technologies, water quality, economics, public acceptance, benefits, keys for success and main constraints. These international case studies highlight the best practices for the implementation of water reuse and provide the perspective for the integration of water recycling projects in the future, both for megacities and rural areas. Milestones in Water Reuse: The Best Success Stories demonstrates that planned water reuse is a cost competitive and energy-saving option to increase water availability and reliability. This book provides policy makers and regulators with a good understanding of water reuse and helps them to consider recycled water as safe and how it can be used. It is intended to be read by all people in the water sector and shows how water reuse is safe, economically viable, environmentally friendly and can provide high social benefits. Editors: Valentina Lazarova, Suez Environnement, France Takashi Asano, University of California at Davis, USA Akica Bahri, African Development Bank, Tunisia John Anderson, Afton Water, Australia


Startup Success

Startup Success

Author: Gordon Daugherty

Publisher:

Published: 2019-09-23

Total Pages: 240

ISBN-13: 9781632992451

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You've got yourself a startup! But now where's the funding going to come from? In this day and age, creating a startup seems to be an easy process. After some meetings with an equally passionate cofounder, you discover you have a creative idea, the outline of a business plan, and a willingness to spend nights and weekends doing really hard work. But most startup founders have never run a company--much less had to secure funding to reach crucial milestones. If you don't get the funding you need, you may either make progress at a snail's pace, or you may have to give up altogether. With stakes this high, improving a startup founder's odds of fundraising successfully--even just a little--can make a huge difference in the outcome of a venture. In this informative and enlightening book, Gordon Daugherty demystifies the fundraising process that takes place during the early phases of a startup's evolution. Every founder cares about the valuation they will be able to negotiate with investors, and anyone who has attempted fundraising has encountered numerous debates about the valuation they're asking for. Startup Success dedicates a whole chapter to negotiating valuation, which, in the end, involves a serious combination of art and science to execute effectively. Daugherty's book serves as a valuable educational and planning tool for use before the fundraising campaign begins and a reference guide for interacting and negotiating with investors after things get underway. Startup Success is written in a logical sequence that follows the general life cycle of planning and executing a successful fundraising campaign. Actionable tips, tricks, and aha realizations will have readers dog-earing pages and highlighting passages for future reference. The author's own words tell it all: "I decided to write something different that best exploits the gray in my hair and the hard lessons I've learned." Any startup founder, advisor, or angel investor--regardless of their experience level--will come away with improved skills and an increased knowledge base. Gordon Daugherty is a seasoned business executive, entrepreneur, startup advisor, and investor. He has made more than 200 investments in early-stage companies as a venture fund manager and angel investor, and he has been involved in raising more than $80 million in growth and venture capital.


Deep Work

Deep Work

Author: Cal Newport

Publisher: Grand Central Publishing

Published: 2016-01-05

Total Pages: 228

ISBN-13: 1455586668

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AN AMAZON BEST BOOK OF 2O16 PICK IN BUSINESS & LEADERSHIP WALL STREET JOURNAL BUSINESS BESTSELLER A BUSINESS BOOK OF THE WEEK AT 800-CEO-READ Master one of our economy’s most rare skills and achieve groundbreaking results with this “exciting” book (Daniel H. Pink) from an “exceptional” author (New York Times Book Review). Deep work is the ability to focus without distraction on a cognitively demanding task. It's a skill that allows you to quickly master complicated information and produce better results in less time. Deep Work will make you better at what you do and provide the sense of true fulfillment that comes from craftsmanship. In short, deep work is like a super power in our increasingly competitive twenty-first century economy. And yet, most people have lost the ability to go deep-spending their days instead in a frantic blur of e-mail and social media, not even realizing there's a better way. In Deep Work, author and professor Cal Newport flips the narrative on impact in a connected age. Instead of arguing distraction is bad, he instead celebrates the power of its opposite. Dividing this book into two parts, he first makes the case that in almost any profession, cultivating a deep work ethic will produce massive benefits. He then presents a rigorous training regimen, presented as a series of four "rules," for transforming your mind and habits to support this skill. 1. Work Deeply 2. Embrace Boredom 3. Quit Social Media 4. Drain the Shallows A mix of cultural criticism and actionable advice, Deep Work takes the reader on a journey through memorable stories-from Carl Jung building a stone tower in the woods to focus his mind, to a social media pioneer buying a round-trip business class ticket to Tokyo to write a book free from distraction in the air-and no-nonsense advice, such as the claim that most serious professionals should quit social media and that you should practice being bored. Deep Work is an indispensable guide to anyone seeking focused success in a distracted world.


How to Be an Overnight Success

How to Be an Overnight Success

Author: Maria Hatzistefanis

Publisher: Random House

Published: 2017-07-06

Total Pages: 224

ISBN-13: 1473552206

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"You are not born an entrepreneur. It's a skill that you learn along the way." When the skincare company Rodial launched its cult 'snake' serum, the press quickly called the business an 'overnight success'. However, Rodial's founder Maria Hatzistefanis had been toiling for 18 years, building the company from scratch in her bedroom. Now, the beauty boss sets out to demonstrate in this very accessible book that its success stemmed from sheer hard work, tireless efforts and a lot of patience. Fashion-loving Maria set out with a dream to build a beauty business and - despite not excelling at school, and being fired from her first job - she has achieved it. She did it by dreaming big, working hard, surrounding herself with the best, taking risks, creating buzz and building her own personal brand, which is now a favourite with high-profile models and media personalities including Poppy Delevingne, Daisy Lowe and Kylie Jenner. Crucially, she believes anyone can do this and her book, brimming with good sense, great advice, tips and secrets - all presented in an easy, friendly style - shows how.


The Naked Sky of Freedom

The Naked Sky of Freedom

Author: Acharya Prashant

Publisher: PrashantAdvait Foundation

Published: 2016-01-01

Total Pages: 30

ISBN-13:

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There is no chain that binds us physically. What is it then that causes us to freeze when life throws at us an opportunity? What stops you from freely, wholeheartedly embracing life as it comes yo you? Philosophical or spiritual literature have always talked of Freedom/Moksha/Mukti etc. However, very few writers or speakers have been able to simplify these essentials to the level of understanding and application. The writer has remarkably, delivered the essence of freedom and its meaning and relevance in our lives. With every chapter, he breaks you free of the shackles that clutch you, giving you the understanding that nothing stops you from flying high in the Naked Sky of Freedom.


Fear

Fear

Author: Acharya Prashant

Publisher: PrashantAdvait Foundation

Published: 2015-01-01

Total Pages: 30

ISBN-13: 9352585526

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A journey towards understanding every aspect of fear. Is it just a biological aspect which we have no control over? Or is it a product of our social conditioning over the years? One might argue that death is inevitable and he/she doesn't want to die. Can there be anything as faith or its just a superstition for people who can't see clearly whats happening. Acharya Prashant explain each and every aspect of fear in the most simple way possible. The more one understands the futility of fear the more one is free to live. One can't believe that there is no danger, one has to know it, be certain about it.


Measuring Success: Tracking Your Baby's Milestones

Measuring Success: Tracking Your Baby's Milestones

Author: Aurora Brooks

Publisher: BabyDreamers.net

Published: 101-01-01

Total Pages: 36

ISBN-13: 1991115431

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Introducing "Measuring Success: Tracking Your Baby's Milestones" - the ultimate guide to monitoring and celebrating your baby's growth and development. This short read book is packed with valuable information and practical tips to help you track your little one's progress and ensure they are reaching their milestones. In "Measuring Success: Tracking Your Baby's Milestones," you will find a comprehensive table of contents that covers all aspects of your baby's development. From physical milestones like rolling over and crawling to language development and speech sounds, this book covers it all. You will learn how to recognize and encourage your baby's cognitive skills, such as object permanence and cause and effect. Additionally, the book delves into social and emotional development, attachment, emotional expressions, and gross motor skills like crawling and rolling over. One of the key features of this book is its focus on fine motor skills. You will discover how to help your baby develop their pincer grasp and explore the world through scribbling. The book also addresses sleep patterns, including newborn sleep and nap transitions, providing you with valuable insights to ensure your baby gets the rest they need. Feeding milestones are another important aspect covered in this book. You will find guidance on introducing solids and promoting self-feeding, ensuring your baby develops healthy eating habits from an early age. Additionally, the book includes a section of frequently asked questions, addressing common concerns and providing expert advice. "Measuring Success: Tracking Your Baby's Milestones" is a must-have resource for all parents who want to actively participate in their baby's growth and development. With its easy-to-understand language and practical tips, this book will empower you to monitor your baby's progress and celebrate their achievements. Whether you are a first-time parent or have multiple children, this book will provide you with the knowledge and tools to be the best parent you can be. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity! Purchase "Measuring Success: Tracking Your Baby's Milestones" today and receive a bonus gift - "How To Be A Super Mom" - absolutely free. This bonus guide is filled with valuable tips and tricks to help you navigate the challenges of motherhood with confidence and grace. Don't wait, get your copy now and start measuring your baby's success! This title is a short read. A Short Read is a type of book that is designed to be read in one quick sitting. These no fluff books are perfect for people who want an overview about a subject in a short period of time. Table of Contents Measuring Success: Tracking Your Baby's Milestones Physical Milestones Language Development Speech Sounds Understanding Language Cognitive Skills Object Permanence Cause and Effect Social and Emotional Development Attachment Emotional Expressions Gross Motor Skills Rolling Over Crawling Fine Motor Skills Pincer Grasp Scribbling Sleep Patterns Newborn Sleep Nap Transitions Feeding Milestones Introducing Solids Self-Feeding Frequently Asked Questions


Creating and Growing Real Estate Wealth

Creating and Growing Real Estate Wealth

Author: William J. Poorvu

Publisher: FT Press

Published: 2008-02-17

Total Pages: 267

ISBN-13: 013270336X

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“This well-organized book shows what a typical life in real estate is like so that newcomers can decide whether the field is right for them. It also offers advice on how to grow real estate investments for people who are already in the industry. Poorvu includes a variety of real world stories about people and their career experiences to make for an interesting read with a practical edge.” –Publishers Weekly “This new book by Bill Poorvu trumps any real estate book you’ve ever read.” –James Grant, editor of Grant’s Interest Rate Observer There are plenty of “get rich quick in real estate” books. This is not one of them. Your guide, William Poorvu, is a lifelong real estate investor and consultant, and former head of the real estate program at Harvard Business School. Drawing on his personal experience–and hundreds of interviews with many of the most successful real estate investors and entrepreneurs–Poorvu illuminates every stage of your “life” in real estate: creating wealth, growing it, and managing it successfully. He reveals the milestones, pitfalls, and rewards associated with real estate investing, offering powerful insight into the challenges and opportunities you’ll face as you start out...scale up...ride the industry’s cyclical waves and then leverage, share, or pass along the wealth you’ve created. This book contains dozens of real life personal stories, hands-on checklists, and questions to guide your decisions...and it delivers unparalleled insight into how the real estate industry really works: • Be strategic: choose your best route into the business Define your successful real estate career, and learn how to make it a reality •Build your foundation: your first job, your first deal Spot a great opportunity to add value, and jump on it • Scale up: build and sustain your success Hire a great team, manage them successfully, and find the capital you need to grow • Survive the downturns: be flexible and nimble Recognize new realities, adapt to them, and uncover the opportunities they create • Take stock: make the most of your success Balance your business, wealth, and family