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StrengthsFinder 2.0: A New and Upgraded Edition of the Online Test from Gallup's Now, Discover Your Strengths

Tom Rath

Gallup Press, 2007

One of the best books of the year
I finally got around to reading Strengths Finder 2.0 and I waited far too long. It's a great book that taught me a lot about myself. Definitely one of the top books I've read this year, so good I liked it almost as much as my favorite Squawk!: How to Stop Making Noise ...

The Five Love Languages: How to Express Heartfelt Commitment to Your Mate

Gary Chapman

Northfield Publishing, 1995

Good Book!
I was very aprehensive about this book, until 2 different friends recommended it. I read it in one day (it's an easy read) and loved it! It has helped me make my marriage a happy one, indeed!

Good to Great: Why Some Companies Make the Leap... and Others Don't

Jim Collins

Collins Business, 2001

GREAT together
I ordered Good to Great along with Amazon's recommended pairing Squawk!: How to Stop Making Noise and Start Getting Results and they are a great match! First, Good to Great provides a macro level view of what strategies various companies have employed over the last ...

God's Big Idea: Reclaiming God's Original Purpose for Your Life (The Kingdom Series)

Myles Munroe

Destiny Image, 2008

idea
Good book about how God wants to work through each one of us to bring His Kingdom to earth. It all starts with an idea delivered by human effort. God's Big idea is to use us to bring Heaven to earth.

Have a New Kid by Friday: How to Change Your Child's Attitude, Behavior & Character in 5 Days

Dr. Kevin Leman

Revell, 2008

A Simple but Effective Parenting Plan!!
Since reading this book and putting the principals into practice I have received many comments about how the kids have really "matured lately". My children and I have noticed our relationships have improved not only between us as parent & child but also between them ...

A New Earth: Awakening to Your Life's Purpose (Oprah's Book Club, Selection 61)

Eckhart Tolle

Penguin, 2008

When The Student is Ready...The Teacher Will Appear!
I Was & Am Ready! If you are Strong enough to lose your own ego...Wise enough to take direction, Compassionate enough to contribute positively to the world, Brave enough to step out of your tiny little box...Then read this book! Take what you can use...And then USE ...

Breaking Dawn (The Twilight Saga, Book 4)

Stephenie Meyer

Little, Brown Young Readers, 2008

unbelievable - in a good way
Going into this one, I couldn't imagine how it could end on any kind of a good note. No matter which way it went, I thought our heros would take an unacceptable loss. I guess that's why I'm not a writer! Every chapter was a surprise, and it's amazing how it works ...

Change Your Brain, Change Your Life: The Breakthrough Program for Conquering Anxiety, Depression, ...

Daniel G. Amen

Three Rivers Press, 1999

change your brain change your life
This is a must read book, it gives a good understanding on how our brain work and how it affects our behavior. It'll help us understand people around us and their behavior, at some point may need to seek treatment.

The Tipping Point: How Little Things Can Make a Big Difference

Malcolm Gladwell

Back Bay Books, 2002

A year later and I'm still marveling over this book!
I've heard Malcolm Gladwell speak, and he's superb! In this innovative book, whether he's referring to the Maven, or the Connector, it's relatable to all individuals. If you're looking for a light leadership book that brings up very INNOVATIVE topics, this is it! For ...

The Official Guide for GMAT Review, 11th Edition

Graduate Management Admission Council

Graduate Management Admission Council, 2005

GMAT Review - 11th Edition
The books are great, and the service is too! Thanks for saving our school a ton of money over the last year.

Math Doesn't Suck: How to Survive Middle School Math Without Losing Your Mind or Breaking a Nail

Danica McKellar

Plume, 2008

The perfect math book to relearn the basics
My daughter is starting high school this fall and I just didn't feel she was prepared to handle the math that was coming her way. I searched the internet for math games and instruction but couldn't find much for her age..(most of the games were geared for younger ...

Killing Sacred Cows: Overcoming the Financial Myths That Are Destroying Your Prosperity

Garrett B. Gunderson, Stephen Palmer

Greenleaf Book Group LLC, 2008

A Valuable Twist on Traditional Financial Thinking
I used to work in financial services; I left because I didn't believe in the concepts we were trained to share with others. Investing all of your extra cash in high risk/potentially high return instruments in response to your concern about possible future lack, often ...

The Vaccine Book: Making the Right Decision for Your Child (Sears Parenting Library)

Robert Sears

Little, Brown and Company, 2007

Really helps mom and dad make wise decisions
I purchased this book for my niece and she not only said it was extremely helpful for their family in making decisions about immunizations but that their doctor had heard great things about it and definitely intended to read it. My niece was thrilled to receive this ...

You: Staying Young: The Owner's Manual for Extending Your Warranty (You)

Michael F. Roizen, Mehmet C. Oz

Free Press, 2007

Great!!!
This book is great!!! It's presented with humor; the facts are there; It will be my nutrition/lifestyle Bible. I love that there are natural alternatives for almost all of the body's problems. There's really no excuse for not getting fit, not even for me.

Now, Discover Your Strengths

Marcus Buckingham, Donald O. Clifton

Free Press, 2001

A Look in the Mirror
[As a corporate human resources director, I often work on developing the latent talents and skills of various managers. Years ago, I taught a class where I had each participant to look into a hand-held mirror and ask the question, "Would you want to work for this ...