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This national bestseller is a lively and practical guide on how to sell anything and achieve long-term success in business. Ryan Serhant was a shy, jobless hand model when he entered the real estate business in 2008 at a time the country was on the verge of economic collapse. Just nine years...

With this updated edition of his earlier book, A Place of My Own, listeners can revisit the inspired, intelligent, and often hilarious story of Pollan’s realization of a room of his own—a small, wooden hut, his “shelter for daydreams” — built with his admittedly unhandy hands. Inspired by both Thoreau and Mr. Blandings, A Place of My Own not only works to convey the history and meaning of all human building, it also marks the connections between our bodies, our minds, and the natural world.

Are you concerned about the rising costs of feeding your family, where your food comes from, or what’s in the cleaning products you use every day? Melissa K. Norris, host of the popular Pioneering Today podcast, wants to help you embrace a simpler, more natural lifestyle. In The Made-from-Scratch Life, Melissa shares easy-to-follow instructions and plenty of inspiration. Filled with helpful charts, checklists, and recipes, this guide gives you the know-how you need to incorporate time-tested homesteading practices into your everyday life.

As a courtesy to US homeowners, and those similarly situated, the exclusive eight keys or steps to discovering the competence and reliability of contractors working in home improvement [remodelers are included] can be extremely useful towards greatly enhancing your awareness about subtle factors in relation to uncovering things about those working in home improvement which the average private home decision-maker can miss.

Have you ever entered a hotel room and been immediately struck by the absolute cleanliness and organization of the space that you just entered? Don't you wish your home looked that way all the time? Not all of us can afford for a maid service or cleaning professional to drop by several times per week and we are, therefore, left to our own devices. Once we get started cleaning, many of us find the job to be overwhelming and time-consuming. That's where this e-book comes in. How to Clean Your House Like a Professional explores some very simple mental guidelines that will get your home clean ...

If you’ve ever wanted to live more sustainably, support your health naturally, or explore foraging with confidence, Wildcrafting Herbal Remedies and Natural Medicines is your trusted guide. Whether you're a curious beginner or a nature lover ready to go deeper, this hands-on book walks you through identifying, harvesting, and preparing wild herbs—safely, ethically, and with purpose. This isn’t just another herb book—it’s a practical, respectful path to wellness. Whether you live in the city or countryside, you’ll gain skills to reconnect with nature and care for your body, home, and community.

Discover the secret to a stress-free home in just minutes a day—even if ADHD has made organizing feel impossible before! Does clutter seem to multiply around you, leaving you feeling stuck and overwhelmed? This empathetic and practical guide is designed specifically for adults with ADHD, offering strategies tailored to your unique challenges. Say goodbye to frustration and hello to progress!

In a world that’s always moving, filled with noise, lists, and obligations, your home should be your refuge—not another source of stress. But for many, walking through the front door doesn’t bring relief. Instead, it brings visual chaos, mental distraction, and an overwhelming sense of “I should be doing more.” The clutter on our counters isn’t just taking up physical space—it’s crowding out calm, clarity, and joy.

Do you shudder at the thought of 'starving yourself' to achieve your health goals? What if you could achieve lasting weight loss AND vibrant gut health with ease? It's not a dream—it's the power of fasting, and it's within your reach.

All homes need regular maintenance, and not knowing how to deal with these situations yourself means that it can all quickly become stressful - and very costly. But it doesn't have to be this way. All you need is this easy-to-understand, actionable manual, and you will be able to quickly and effortlessly get through that list of tasks - even if you have zero experience! And it’s going to be more gratifying than you could ever imagine. And saving all the money you would have otherwise spent on getting someone else to fix it doesn’t hurt, either.

You can use this book to design a house for yourself with your family; you can use it to work with your neighbors to improve your town and neighborhood; you can use it to design an office, a workshop, or a public building. And you can use it to guide you in the actual process of construction.

Are you feeling overwhelmed by clutter in your small apartment? Struggling to create harmony in your rental space? Looking for practical feng shui solutions that work in modern urban environments? This comprehensive audiobook brings ancient feng shui principles into the 21st century, specifically tailored for renters and lease-restricted spaces.

More than a guide to tidying up, What Stays and What Goes is a call to realign your space with your spirit. With equal parts strategy and soul, Faith Roberson invites readers to reimagine home organization as an act of radical self-awareness—in releasing clutter we reflect our personal truth...

Dirt Rich Living: From Corporate Cubicles to Udder Chaos is the brutally honest, often hilarious story of starting over the hard way. With no manual, no backup plan, and no clue what he’s doing, Morgan shares the flubs, the breakthroughs, and the grace that comes from betting big on yourself.

An inspiring and approachable tip-filled guide to changing your habits, living more sustainably, and taking action, by Greenpeace ambassador Bonnie Wright (Ginny Weasley in the Harry Potter movies) Go Gently is a guide for sustainability at home that offers simple, tangible steps toward reducing...

Master the fundamentals of commercial plan review with a focused, practical guide designed for real-world application. Conquer the ICC B3 Commercial Building Plans Examiner Exam delivers clear coverage of administration, building planning, structural systems, and life safety concepts. Each chapter builds a strong foundation in interpreting construction documents and evaluating compliance across complex building designs. This guide emphasizes how a plans examiner thinks—reviewing drawings, identifying inconsistencies, and ensuring that structural, architectural, and building systems align ...

Conquer the ICC B2 Commercial Building Inspector Exam is a practical, field-focused study guide designed for those working toward certification as a commercial building inspector. This guide emphasizes real-world inspection scenarios, helping readers and listeners understand how building systems come together on-site rather than in theory alone. Each chapter is structured to build confidence in evaluating construction elements as they appear in the field. The book provides focused coverage of core building systems, including foundations, floors, walls, roofs, and ceilings, along with ...

Was wäre, wenn Ordnung schaffen nicht mit Perfektion, sondern mit Selbstmitgefühl beginnt?

Female Influence: Leading With Compassion, Confidence, and Clarity is a powerful guide for women who want to lead authentically, inspire others, and create meaningful impact in their careers, communities, and personal lives. This book explores how modern leadership is no longer defined only by authority or control—but by empathy, emotional intelligence, and clarity of purpose. Whether you are an entrepreneur, professional, student, or aspiring leader, this book will help you unlock the power of your voice and step into leadership with courage and authenticity.

¿Estás listo para liberarte de las ataduras del consumismo moderno y emprender un camino hacia la autosuficiencia sostenible? Imagina una vida en la que cultivas tus propios alimentos, aprovechas la energía renovable y reduces tu huella de carbono, mientras disfrutas de la satisfacción y la seguridad de vivir de forma independiente. "Vida autosuficiente para principiantes: Cómo lograr la independencia alimentaria de forma sostenible" es tu guía completa para hacer realidad este sueño.