As a weekly columnist for almost a decade, and as the author of 12 books, I am embarrassed to admit, for many years of my life, I was not a reader. Reading is one of the activities that most directly correlates to success in every area of life. One of my favorite book reviewers and bookstore owners was a learned gentleman who had a motto that stated, “The more books you read, the taller you grow.” Truer words were never spoken.

The Open Brand Framework

Are you ready to open?

If so, we've put together a strategic framework that capitalizes on both the social web's traits and technologies and the icitizenry's power to be both medium and message.

Here is an excerpt from the book The Open Brand by Kelly Mooney and Nita Rollins, Ph.D. published by New Riders Press; March 2008.

Ring in the New Year with great expectations and positive intentions. Expect More From 2008 - 53 Strategies for Success from Leading Experts in Personal and Professional Development is an excellent e-book and it's free! Thank you Anne Riches for sharing. You can read or download Expect More from 2008 here - www.refresher.com/ExpectMoreFrom2008-AnneRiches.pdf

"There is no secret ... We just lost the keys! The Lost Keys to Success and Happiness is a wonderful work of insight and inspiration based on the classic Canterbury Tales. It is an adventure in mindfulness and each tale will guide you to find your keys to your personal fullfillment. Unlock your deepest dreams and greatest successes. Make your desires a reality.

The groundbreaking methodology Six Sigma changed the face of manufacturing quality. Now, Human Sigma is poised to do the same for sales and service.

Avil Beckford has written two excellent books that will inspire you to grow personally and professionally. Tales of People Who Get It and Journey to Getting It are based on 34 fascinating interviews. The author has provided sample chapters of each as a gift to you at this wonderful time of the year.

This guide is a result of a ten-year search for a resource Robyn Matthew was looking for but failed to find. Passionate about helping others, Matthew decided to create a guide of tools, tips and strategies that explain the many obstacles and challenges people face when learning a foreign language.