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The word “hacking” has preconceived connotations, and most people don't quite grasp the whole concept that goes into the process of hacking. Hackers have a notorious reputation. But there’s a side of hacking that most people aren’t aware of: ethical hacking. You don't hear about the ethical hacking in the news, but there are people out there with the same job description fighting the malicious hackers daily, and they get the bad rep.

How to Build an Agent is not a book about experimenting with AI. It is a practical playbook for leaders who need AI systems that work in the real world. Most organisations use generative AI. Few see meaningful business results. This book explains why. Written for executives, senior managers, consultants, and technical leaders, it shows how to move beyond chatbots and prompts to autonomous, outcome-driven AI systems that plan, act, integrate with enterprise software, and deliver measurable ROI.

Most founders believe the hardest part of an exit is getting the deal done. They’re wrong. The deal is the summit. And for many… it is where the real uncertainty begins. James Carter wasn’t looking to sell his company until the call came from an unknown number that peaked his interest. The kind of number that makes everything feel real. At first, the questions are familiar: Is the timing right? Is the valuation strong? Can the deal be structured well? But as the conversations unfold, a different question starts to surface…

Agentic AI goes beyond simply automating tasks. It can plan, make decisions, take action, and adapt to new information. AI agents are capable of collaborating with other agents, systems, and people—reshaping how work gets done and how value is created. The rise of these digital workers will have a profound effect on industries, roles, and organizations of all sizes.

In Breaking the Cycles of Trauma, renowned trauma expert Dr. Russ Irwin delivers a life-giving roadmap to help you interrupt the hidden patterns that keep you stuck.

Most of us know what we’d like to improve. The trouble is that work, money, health, home, and family rarely take turns. They all need attention at once, usually when you’re already busy. **Secrets to Success: Practical Lessons for Success in Your Work, Health, Money, and Future ** brings together ten contributors who’ve learned through decades of work, difficult seasons, ordinary mistakes, and decisions they might handle differently now.

Persuasion is a skill – part psychology – part human relationships – part communication. This audiobook will significantly improve your chances of success both professionally and personally. Shows how to communicate your ideas more effectively, creating greater buy-in and maximising support. Explores useful theories that have been applied by successful leaders. Provides a deeper understanding of the process of persuasion to enable a change of heart and mind in others.

The art of developing an application has been well described in various coding books that you can find gathering dust on almost all developers desks around the world. This is not that book. There may be some technical references, but astonishing few of them, considering this is a CTO book. And why’s that? This is a book for people who ended up in the situation of having to work with other people building applications—also known as “developers.” Fresh CTOs, product people, or whoever is interested in leading dev teams can also benefit from listening to this book.

"The Cyber War Is Here" simplifies the complex world of cybersecurity, cyber risk, and the crucial relationship between corporate boards and Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs). Written by a distinguished cybersecurity expert and USAF Veteran, it emphasizes the strategic importance of cybersecurity in modern business. Marc highlights the evolving role of CISOs, emphasizing their shift from IT guardians to strategic advisors to the board. The book explores successful board-CISO interactions and the consequences of misalignment, offering a clear blueprint for effective partnership.

In the high-stakes world of Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC), even the most technically brilliant teams often fail, not due to poor engineering. The failure point stems from inconsistent financial discipline. The AEC Project Controls Playbook, authored by strategic financial leader and retired US Marine Percy M. Williams, offers a battle-tested blueprint to bridge the gap between technical execution and profitable results.

What if your struggles weren’t punishments, but invitations? In The Quantum Leap, Mark Scherer, PhD reveals how the illusion of separation and judgment keeps us trapped in cycles of pain. Through the breakthrough Quantum Leap Technique™, he shows that life isn’t happening to you, it’s happening for you. With stories, spiritual insight, and practical tools, this book will help you break free from shame and fear, reclaim your power as a conscious creator, and transform old wounds into wisdom, gratitude, and peace. This is not just another self-help book.

With all the music production advice out there, it can be very easy to get overwhelmed. You may get a vague idea of the general topic, but you're more likely to be confused, and you definitely won't have any workable knowledge. Well, the good news is this book changes that. Designed to take the complex world of music production, and explain it in simple terms. If you are a home-based musician then this is a must have for making your music sound professional. For the pros and semi-pros out there, this is a great book for understanding what good music production entails.

Robert “Bob” Curry returns with another business turnaround story, this time from the earlier days of working his professional magic. A roofing company in Maine was in dire straits. The new owner inherited the role from his father—without any of the knowledge to make it work. Despite millions of dollars in contracts, projects consistently ran over their budget, managers trusted to run job sites were slacking off, and the new owner came to work dressed like a depressed janitor.

The path to success has changed, and too many students are still being prepared for a world that no longer exists. As college costs rise, careers evolve faster than ever, and artificial intelligence reshapes the workforce, parents, educators, and community leaders are left asking the same urgent question: How do we truly prepare young people for the future? America’s Next Dream offers a powerful new vision for student success in today’s rapidly changing economy.

Persuasion is a skill–part psychology–part human relationships–part communication. Can you turn someone around to see things your way? The chances are you will want to persuade someone, some time to your way of thinking.

What does it truly mean to rest in peace? Is death the end of our journey—or the beginning of something beyond our understanding? Six Feet: The Only Resting Place: A Journey Through Life, Death, and the Spaces In Between by Anosike Igwe, thoughtfully narrated by Robert Plank, and produced and published by Audiobook Publishing Services, is a profound and thought-provoking audiobook that explores humanity's timeless questions about mortality, grief, the afterlife, and the meaning of life itself.

What truly defines a leader? In this groundbreaking exploration, Dr. Chris Fuzie challenges: conventional wisdom inviting listeners to reimagine the dynamics of leadership and followership. Through captivating storytelling and innovative insights, Dr. Fuzie presents a fresh perspective on organizational structure, unveiling a more dynamic and functional approach that defies traditional boundaries.

The Book of Odd: Awakening is a book of questions more than conclusions—an exploration of time, DNA, consciousness, and the strange nature of the present moment we call Right Now. Part philosophy, part scientific reflection, and part open letter to fellow travelers, it explores whether reality is far more relational, participatory, and beautifully Odd than we often assume. Along the way, the book touches on ideas such as presentism, cosmopsychism, memory, evolution, and the possibility that consciousness is not merely inside the universe, but part of how the universe experiences itself.

Master the Art of Leading Unionized Teams in an AI-Driven World. Managing unionized workforces has never been more challenging —or more essential —than in today’s rapidly evolving technological landscape. Leading Unionized Workforces in the Age of AI is the essential guide for managers, HR professionals, union stewards, and executives seeking to lead skilled and unskilled labor with confidence, clarity, and integrity. Dr. Nick E.

Richard V. Lowney Jr. spent his career building software that millions of people used without knowing his name. The other thing he was building, without realizing it, is what kept him alive. He grew up in one of Boston's toughest neighborhoods, the son of a factory worker and the grandson of an Irish immigrant who died on the Charlestown docks. He enlisted in the Army during Vietnam, worked with early computing systems in Cold War Germany, and came home to a country that had changed while he was gone.