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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.

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.

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.

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 ...

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 ...

As biological creatures, we are wired to respond to change, and our ability to do so has enabled our species to thrive. In Adaptagility, Derrick Mains leverages this essential insight, honed from nearly three decades as a leading operational consultant, to forge a unique approach to process, systems, and change. Derrick’s method not only focuses on the boardroom, but also tackles the instinctual barriers created by human evolution and biology that cause change to fail.

L’équité, la diversité et l’inclusion (EDI) sont des enjeux fondamentaux qui préoccupent la plupart des sociétés désireuses de mieux refléter leur diversité. Malgré des avancées significatives, l’évolution des lois et des initiatives organisationnelles, ainsi qu’une conscience accrue de l'importance de ces enjeux, il est évident qu’il reste encore beaucoup à accomplir. Nous sommes trois expertes issues du G3 (https://g3francophonie.org/), un partenariat de recherche et de formation regroupant l’Université de Montréal, l’Université de Genève et l’Université ...

Welcome to WTF is Going on in Latin America & The Caribbean, a PopularResistance broadcast featuring hot news out of the region with host Teri Mattson. Each weekly episode features a country and/or issue related to the affects of U.S. foreign, economic and/or military influence and intervention in the hemisphere of The Americas. Our guests include academics, policy-makers, journalists as well as activists recognized for their groundwork within local communities and movements.WTF is Going on in Latin America & the Caribbean broadcasts Thursdays at 4:30pm PT/7:30pm ET on multiple live platforms ...