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Ten thousand years after humans figured out how to stop wandering and plant crops, veteran investigative journalist Mark Schapiro plunges into the struggle already underway for control of seeds, the ground-zero ingredient for our food. Three-quarters of the seed varieties on Earth in 1900 had become extinct by 2015. In Seeds of Resistance, Schapiro takes us onto the frontlines of a struggle over the seeds that remain, one that will determine the long-term security of our food supply in the face of unprecedented climate volatility. More than half of all commercially-traded seeds have fallen under the control of just three multinational agri-chemical companies....

Achieve extraordinary sales results using the world-renowned techniques of Psycho-Cybernetics. Dr. Maxwell Maltz, the creator of Psycho-Cybernetics, and five hugely successful sales entrepreneurs - each a Psycho-Cybernetics success story - reveal how to apply this powerful self-improvement program to every aspect of selling. Learn how to completely eliminate customer resistance even as you remove your own mental obstacles and doubts.

Turn Every “No” Into Momentum. Master the Psychology That Makes People Say “Yes.” Have you ever walked away from a deal knowing you could’ve done better but didn’t know how? Feel stuck negotiating with people who seem immune to logic or reason? Most people approach negotiation like a battle of arguments, but real power lies in understanding human behavior. This audiobook reveals how the best negotiators transform friction into flow, uncover hidden motives behind a “no,” and guide conversations toward mutual wins.

In addition to being the author of the 35-million-copies best seller Psycho-Cybernetics, one of Dr. Maxwell Maltz's crowning achievements was the formation of an audiobook called Zero Resistance Living. In this powerful program, read by president of the Psycho-Cybernetics Foundation, Matt Furey, you are taken behind the scenes, wherein you hear the type of dialogue Dr. Maltz regularly engaged in with many of his students and patients over the course of his legendary career.

Have you ever experienced the following? A new, fired-up distributor joins your business, excited about the opportunity to change their life circumstances for the better. They "get" the business, they know what they have to do to make a success of it and they can't wait to get started. Equally, you're excited about your new recruit. You feel that you've finally found "the one" person that is going to take the business seriously, someone you can work with, someone who is going to stick around no matter what.

The Human Element is for anyone who wants to introduce a new idea or innovation into the world. Most marketers, innovators, executives, and activists operate on a deep assumption. It is the belief that the best way to convince people to embrace a new idea is to heighten the appeal of the idea itself.

From plebeians refusing to join the Roman army to bakers withholding bread, this is the first book to explore how Roman workers used strikes, boycotts, riots, and rebellion to get their voices—and their labor—acknowledged. Sarah E. Bond explores Ancient Rome from a new angle to show that the history of labor conflicts and collective action goes back thousands of years, uncovering a world far more similar to our own than we realize.

From the author of Lead, Sell, or Get Out of the Way comes a game-changing guide to help leaders transform their mindsets, increase performance, and become irreplaceable. Everyone knows what qualities define a good leader, but how many of us know what steps to take to become that great leader? The secret formula is what sales and leadership coach Ron Karr calls the Velocity Mindset®: a perfect balance of speed and direction, both of which must remain in alignment for personal and professional success.

While most people work ever-longer hours, international statistics suggest that the average time spent on non-work activities per employee is around two hours a day. How is this possible, and what are the reasons behind employees withdrawing from work? In this thought-provoking book, Roland Paulsen examines organizational misbehavior, specifically the phenomenon of "empty labor", defined as the time during which employees engage in private activities during the working day. This study explores a variety of explanations, from under-employment to workplace resistance.

When a company's workers are literally dying on the job, and its business model relies on preying on local businesses and even their own companies, and its CEO is the richest person in the world while its workers make minimum wage with impossible quotas...wouldn't you want to resist? Danny Caine, owner of Raven Book Store in Lawrence, Kansas, compiled this zine about his commitment to fighting Amazon. Includes: the open letter he wrote to Jeff Bezos, examples of successful social media activism, links to other resources, and some sobering words about boycotting.

‘Sometimes, 1+1 = changing the world. Cathy Newman’s witty, warm history on the power of determined couples will make you look at your relationship and wonder, “Could we be doing more this weekend than just going to IKEA?”’ CAITLIN MORAN Throughout history, collaboration has fuelled...

Change within organizations is disruptive, making people feel less in control of their work and lives. With every passing day, organizational change becomes more complex. It’s no surprise that efforts for change encounter resistance. Jan Kaderly knows that managing change is managing resistance. In Change Killers, Kaderly takes you on a deep exploration of resistance. Dive into decades of research on the very human reasons why we resist change and discover how you can manage resistance while building the support needed to evolve and grow.

Never lose your focus again with these simple (yet powerful) mindset hacks...Do you constantly feel as though there are things that easily push you into distraction and wasting time? Do you tend to run away from certain activities and have now become a master at procrastination when it comes to the things that you don't like doing? With the right tools and techniques at your disposal, you can train your mindset to become so strong and laser-focused that getting things done in a timely manner will become second nature to you.

Around the world, civil society organisations face increasing legal, political, financial and digital threats. From shrinking civic spaces to disinformation campaigns and declining donor availability, the environment for civil society actors is becoming ever more fragile and volatile. The EU System for an Enabling Environment for Civil Society (EUSEE) was launched in 2025 as a collaborative initiative that monitors these developments and provides timely alerts, policy analysis and advocacy support to strengthen civil society’s resilience. As a complement to this monitoring work, this podcast...

The Independent Resistance is a documentary-style audio series exploring the lives and landscapes of independent businesses and creatives who are shaping local culture on their own terms. Through intimate interviews, on-location recordings, and rich storytelling, the series captures the values, challenges, and quiet determination behind ventures that choose to do things differently. Each episode profiles a distinct voice from the independent scene—whether a record shop, a fashion label, a food space, or an arts collective—revealing the personal convictions, creative processes, and daily ...

Good morning from New York City. What’s on my mind this morning as I’m sitting here having my morning coffee is my new bestie from the Apple store yesterday. Oh my gosh, let me give you some background. I am a diehard Android and PC gal, and I made the executive decision to keep my new client in the Apple world. What does that mean? Tage, I’m it! I have to learn their systems and so I’ve embarked on my foray into the whole Apple universe.For more, visit: https://www.dearconstance.com/s2ep48-the-resistance-hurdle/

Beyond No: Harnessing the Power of Resistance for Organizational Growth is a thought-provoking exploration of the concept of resistance—something that is bound to arise within every organization in response to new projects, policies, or initiatives.

In this program, you'll reexamine and confirm common sense steps and action oriented ideas to take a quantum leap forward in your leadership effectiveness. As Ursual Burns, CEO of Xerox, and Steve Jobs, CEO of Apple, know, leading people in times of great change is one of the most difficult tasks you will ever have. They also recognize that it is one of the most rewarding. Gain insights from their ability to lead change.

Don't Eliminate Resistance; Lead Through It! Every leader knows the stormy seas of resistance. When faced with change, even the most dedicated teams can push back, especially when there's something to lose. How do you guide your team through these turbulent times without losing sight of the mission? Leading Through Resistance by Tod Bolsinger is a beacon for leaders navigating the choppy waters of organizational change. Leading Through Resistance offers more than just strategies; it delivers a mindset shift.

Access Denied is a podcast uncovering the human cost of digital repression—where firewalls, surveillance, and censorship are tools of control, not security.Centered on the Gulf region but resonating globally, each episode brings you voices from those denied their digital rights: activists silenced, data exploited, communities watched. Through raw stories, expert insights, and on-the-ground experiences, we explore the intersection of technology, power, and resistance.Hosted by the team behind Digital Rights 4 Gulf, this series amplifies untold narratives and challenges the systems that keep ...