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Kick this Fall off with a few “Recommended Readings”

Posted September 17, 2013 by Terri Sjodin in Archive, Recommended Reading

In my industry, I have the pleasure of meeting wonderful speakers and thought leaders from all walks of life. As a result, it turns out that three of my friends all have books coming out this month: Dan Schawbel, Jeffrey Gitomer and Shep Hyken. (You’ve gotta support your friends, right?) So, I wanted to take a moment and introduce you to their material. To follow, please find a little info about all three for your consideration. They are all very different and offer unique messages for today’s competitive market. Check ‘em out! Enjoy! TS

Promote Yourself: The New Rules for Career Success by Dan Schawbel. How people perceive you at work has always been vital to a successful career. Now with the Internet, social media, and the unrelenting hum of 24/7 business, the ability to brand and promote yourself effectively has become absolutely essential. No matter how talented you are, it doesn’t matter unless managers can see those talents and think of you as an invaluable employee, a game-changing manager, or the person whose name is synonymous with success. So, how do you stand out and get ahead? To learn more about this book or to purchase your copy now please click here.

Amaze Every Customer Every Time: 52 Tools for Delivering the Most Amazing Customer Service on the Planet by Shep Hyken. You must deliver an amazing customer experience. Why? It is the competitive edge of new-era business–in any market and any economy. Renowned customer experience expert Shep Hyken explains how consistently amazing customers through stellar service can elevate your company from good to great. To learn more about this book, or to order your copy now, please click here.

 Jeffrey Gitomer’s 21.5 Unbreakable Laws of Selling: Proven Actions You Must Take to Make Easier, Faster, Bigger Sales….Now and Forever by Jeffrey Gitomer. There are universal laws of selling that    determine whether you succeed, or don’t succeed — whether you earn enough to enjoy the lifestyle you want or struggle to make ends meet. When you align the wind with your sails, you move effortlessly across the water. When your sails are out of alignment, you flounder and go nowhere. If you align your thinking and actions with these powerful laws of selling, you will be more effective and efficient. You will encounter less friction, require less energy, and get bigger results faster. To learn more about this book, or to order your copy now, please click here.

These “Recommended Readings” were originally featured in this quarter’s Presenter’s Post newsletter. To get more content and inspirational nuggets subscribe to our newsletter by clicking here.