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Title: Getting Innovation Right

Subtitle: How Leaders Leverage Inflection Points to Drive Success

Author: Seth Kahan

Narrator: Michael Butler Murray

Format: Unabridged

Length: 7 hrs and 53 mins

Language: English

Release date: 07-02-13

Publisher: Audible Studios

Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 1 votes

Genres: Business, Leadership

Publisher's Summary:

Real-world strategies for uncovering potential and capitalizing on opportunity.

Innovation is worth little unless it generates lasting success, and gaining measurable results from new ideas requires more than creative risk-taking. Successful innovation demands a tactical approach, and Getting Innovation Right reveals how your company can secure real traction and growth in the marketplace. With Seth Kahan's outcome-based approach, based on his experience leading innovation initiatives at a diverse range of organizations, you will identify the inflection points that generate market opportunities for your company and leverage the best techniques for securing a foothold in a lucrative new space.

Grounded in market-based reality, Getting Innovation Right is an indispensable resource for leaders looking to drive results and move in fresh directions.

Members Reviews:

Five Stars

Good solid book on innovation, lots of great ideas, a wonderful book to add to your library on innovation

Thoughtful and in-depth strategies to systematically innovate

Seth Kahan has produced a very thorough, careful, and well-researched book on how anyone and any organization can innovate--and profit from their innovations. Kahan defines innovation as "The creation and successful delivery of new products and services." That is certainly the Holy Grail for many, and he does a great job at laying out a very thorough roadmap for how to do it.

Getting Innovation Right is divided into seven main sections. Each covers an important aspect of innovation. They are:

ONE: Pursue inflection points: These are defined as "A decisive change in the status of your organization with respect to its success in the market" negative and positive. Various tactics are provided to capitalize on inflection points.

TWO: Build innovation capacity: These are the capabilities required to bring innovation into productive use. He also covers forces that jeopardize innovation, such as the pressure of daily ops.

THREE: Collect intelligence: You must do this in three areas: Customers, markets, organizational capabilities.

FOUR: Shift perspective: Here, you must challenge your old assumptions; examine your value chain; think like your competition; understand your weaknesses, and look to what Kahan calls creative deviants.

FIVE: Exploit disruption. For example: Be flexible, have a customer value mind-set, share success stories, respond rapidly, and so on.

SIX: Generate value.

SEVEN: Drive innovation uptake. This section focuses on strategies to get customers to buy your new products and services.

My only (and minor) criticism of Getting Innovation Right is this: The first five or six sections of the book are really on the mark and provide a wealth of strategies and tactics you can use immediately to innovate more effectively. The last section, while containing very good ideas, goes a little afield of the main topic of the book, which is innovation. Nonetheless, it's a question of too much good stuff rather than too little.

As an author and president of my own global firm, I look askance at overly-academic business books. Getting Innovation Right, however, is practical. Some books on growth strategies and innovation require such leaps of thinking and organizational capabilities that they are just not relevant for most businesses.

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Title: Social Responsibility

Author: Steven G. Carley

Narrator: Paul Jacob Evans

Format: Unabridged

Length: 37 mins

Language: English

Release date: 06-18-13

Publisher: SGC Publishing

Ratings: 2.5 of 5 out of 2 votes

Genres: Business, Leadership

Publisher's Summary:

Social responsibility is an entity which may present itself within the workforce. The question may arise however, whether or not social responsibility is for the greater good of the organization.

In a perfect world, a socially responsible environment exists within all organizations. The facts are that socially responsible behavior coexist with the necessary conditions of organizational development. If conditions do not present themselves to accommodate the organization regarding social responsibility, it is in the interest of the organization to make use of an ulterior policy. Learn how United States organizations can take action to better allow the practice of social responsibility. What happens when these actions are not enough?

Members Reviews:

Don't waster your time. This is a 19 page ...

Don't waster your time. This is a 19 page term paper. I'm returning it and will hope Amazon will refund my money.

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Title: Beating the Global Odds

Subtitle: High Stakes Decision-Making for Success

Author: Paul A. Laudicina

Narrator: Tristan Morris

Format: Unabridged

Length: 5 hrs and 59 mins

Language: English

Release date: 04-30-13

Publisher: Audible Studios

Genres: Business, Leadership

Publisher's Summary:

The answer to global overload

Contending with the 24/7 news cycle and an endless barrage of choices and information has stymied leadership and decision-making strategies among those at the top. But we all know, this is not a just a problem for the elite. The broad-based reaction to this chaotic, unmanageable assault has been to retrench, and to focus on immediate, controllable decisions. In the process, we lose sight of the horizon. More dangerous still, is the shift weve seen from value creation to wealth creation, where information technology 1.0 has enabled a transaction-based society in which the "deal" is more important than the value it drives or the relationships it is based on. On our current path, the odds of a better future are slim.

What we need is a new value proposition.

Beating the Global Odds is the answer to the dangers of too much of a good thing. Theres no going back, but there is the opportunity to set things right. In this book, Paul A. Laudicina, Managing Partner and Chairman of the Board of global consulting firm A.T. Kearney, provides a fast-paced and engaging tour of how we got to this point and what we can do about it.

Drawing on examples from everything from world history and current media to anecdotes from his vast network of CEOs and the worlds most innovative thinkers, Laudicina helps bring our world of seemingly fuzzy and disconnected pixels into sharp focus.

The result is a compelling case for change and call to action - not only for global leaders but also for everyone who struggles with the question of how we can inspire and seize a better futurehow we can beat the global odds.

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Title: Dr. Tony Alessandra Interviews Mark Sanborn on Leadership

Author: Mark Sanborn

Narrator: Dr. Tony Alessandra

Format: Original Recording

Length: 27 mins

Language: English

Release date: 02-21-13

Publisher: Alessandra & Associates, Inc.

Genres: Business, Leadership

Publisher's Summary:

Dr. Tony Alessandra Interviews Mark Sanborn on Leadership.

In this interview, Tony and Mark discuss the very important topic of leadership. Mark describes the difference between "management" and "leadership" and the difference between "organizational leadership" and "personal leadership". Mark discusses his six key tips to becoming a better leader, both professionally and personally.

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Title: The Leader Within You: Master 9 Powers to Be the Leader You Always Wanted to Be

Author: Robert J. Danzig

Narrator: Bob Danzig

Format: Unabridged

Length: 5 hrs

Language: English

Release date: 02-07-13

Publisher: Danzig Insight Services

Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 1 votes

Genres: Business, Leadership

Publisher's Summary:

Bob Danzig, the former CEO of Hearst Newspapers, has tapped into the source of leadership by nailing down nine powers of leadership inherent in every person. In this masterful book, Bob presents 34 inspiring profiles of successful leaders who, together, define leadership. Profiles include: Itzhak Perlman, Beverly Stills, Ted Turner, Katharine Graham, Wayne Huizenga, Lee Iacocca, Al Neuharth and Jack Welch. These empowering stories, along with Bob's innovative wisdom and advice, offer listeners a guidebook for nurturing their own leadership potential. Meet yourself in this spirited book. Suitable for all ages and professions.

Bob Danzig's Insights: "I believe the core lubricant for growing your personal oak tree is nourishment of the leader within you. Through my experiences, I've come to view leadership as a series of powers that do not have to be learned. The potential for leadership is within every single person, regardless of age, background or position. Although you may not be aware of these powers, I am convinced they are IN YOU, waiting to be discovered, nurtured, and mastered. The Leader Within You has a straightforward objective: to encourage you to be active participants in shaping your own future. Whether you're focused on living your own life with greater serenity; on your way to middle-management; or beaming your eyes on the prize of leading others effectively-you can better achieve your ultimate goals by nurturing the leader within you."

Members Reviews:

Bob Danzig's - "The Leader Within You"

Bob certainly knows his topics and audience well. I've loaned this book out so many times and everyone seems to enjoy and learn from it!

Four Stars

Leadership lessons from a master.

Autobiographical, biographical, inspirational, instructive

Bob Danzig was the senior corporate executive in charge of the Hearst Newspaper Group for two decades. During that time-and through his career leading up to that point, he met movers and shakers and a lot of "ordinary" people who made a difference in one way or another. In this book, he's tried to capture a wide range of experiences and perspectives-almost too much-to make his points about leadership.

The autobiographical thread starts at the beginning of the book and continues all the way through. If you're interested in selected aspects of the life of a highly involved newspaper man, this book will provide you with one historical anecdote after another. Danzig shares many of his experiences with people of significance and, well, other people of a different kind of significance. His professional life story weaves through the book-in disjointed pieces. I found myself wanting a stronger stream of consciousness, a more connected flow of this man's life. He is obviously a key player kind of person, but the reader never gets a full story of Danzig, the man.

To present and illustrate his nine powers of leadership, Danzig shares the stories of men and women who exemplify the powers he enumerates. He provides evidence for his points, describing how each role model lived the power he describes. Then a third person's comments are inserted to validate Danzig's points by lauding the celebrity. Some of these role models are well-known. Others are not as familiar to us, if known at all.

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Title: Casey's Law

Subtitle: If Something Can Go Right, It Should

Author: Al Casey

Narrator: Fleet Cooper

Format: Unabridged

Length: 11 hrs and 56 mins

Language: English

Release date: 02-03-13

Publisher: Audible Studios

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 3 votes

Genres: Business, Leadership

Publisher's Summary:

Murphy's Law tells us that if something can go wrong, it will. Nonsense! says Al Casey, who maintains: If things can go right, they should. But you've got to make them go right, he adds, by hard work, focusing on key problems, and believing in the people around you. One of the most successful - and original - American businessmen of our time, Al Casey is a no-nonsense turnaround specialist who loves nothing more than the big challenges, whether in the private or the public sector. As president of the Times Mirror Corporation, he was instrumental in taking that West Coast company, whose main "product" was the Los Angeles Times, and turning it into a multifaceted media giant, with interests in magazines, newspapers, book publishing, forest products, radio, and television.

As chairman of American Airlines for 11 years, he took that ailing giant - heavily in debt and losing money when he became CEO early in 1974 - and made it into the highly profitable, preeminent company it still is today. As postmaster general he attacked the problems of the country's largest government agency - with almost a million employees - and left it leaner, more motivated, for the first time truly competitive, and - to the great surprise of Washington insiders - both efficient and profitable.

When the savings and loan debacle unfolded in the late 1980s, with hundreds of thrifts having failed and hundreds more under siege, Al Casey was named chairman of the Resolution Trust Corporation, with the impossible job of bailing out a situation that was threatening the entire banking system of the United States.

In this book Al Casey tells his fascinating latter-day Horatio Alger story, from boyhood days in Arlington, Massachusetts, where he grew up during the Great Depression, through his 50-year business career, to his current role as Distinguished Professor at SMU's Cox School of Business, where he is helping form a new generation of business leaders and managers. In this audiobook he relates, with great charm and wit, the saga of his long and varied business career and offers practical advice on where and how American business needs to simplify and focus if it is to maintain its position as global leader in the 21st century.

Editorial Reviews:

Al Casey has reasons for a positive outlook. Casey was highly successful and respected as the US Postmaster General and CEO of American Airlines among other prominent business endeavors. As opposed to Murphys law which states that if anything can go wrong it will, Casey takes a glass-half-full attitude. He believes in working hard with a smile on your face, taking risks, and learning from your errors.

In this audiobook Fleet Cooper relates Caseys strong opinions as well as his quirky anecdotes with conviction. Cooper commands your attention, as Caseys narrative should.

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Title: Influencing Others Through a Dynamic Vision

Subtitle: 30-Minute Leadership Essentials Series

Author: Chris Widener

Narrator: Chris Widener

Format: Original Recording

Length: 32 mins

Language: English

Release date: 01-31-13

Publisher: AudioInk

Genres: Business, Leadership

Publisher's Summary:

Have you ever wondered what sets great leaders apart from the millions of other good leaders? In this audio program seasoned businessman Chris Widener explores this question. So, what is leadership?

Learn how to shape your leadership success by creating a vision that people understandand internalize. Being a successful leader is doable once you have access to the right tools. Equip yourself and other leaders on your team with these philosophies shaped by Chris Wideners time spent with legendary leaders including Zig Ziglar, Jim Rohn, and former US Presidents.

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Title: Developing Powerful Influence

Subtitle: Create Powerful Character Traits and Master Your Skills in 30-Minutes

Author: Chris Widener

Narrator: Chris Widener

Format: Original Recording

Length: 32 mins

Language: English

Release date: 01-31-13

Publisher: AudioInk

Genres: Business, Leadership

Publisher's Summary:

Excellent sales skills do not come overnight.they develop through a process of discovery through experience, education and inspiration. Learn what audiences the world over have discovered about selling from Chris Widener, one of Americas favorite motivators and a best-selling author.

This practical 30-minute sales development program will help you identify the difference between Character Traits and Skill Mastery, and how they can increase your monthly quota, commissions and bonuses by 25%. You will learn the top 3 character traits to develop for every successful salesperson, along with the top 2 skill requirements for any skill of salesperson. Sales mastery does not need to be hard, nor do you need to have sales experience closing CEOs and buying committees to develop great sales skills. In fact, this program will equip you to handle many tough sales situations, through shaping WHO you are versus WHAT you know.

This compelling presentation from this professional motivator dives into the essence of how to be an amazing leader. Join Chris in the process of leadership discovery by delving into the depths of who you are, what you do and how you do it.

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Title: Creating a Best-Selling Magazine, with Helen Gurley Brown

Author: Ron Thomas

Narrator: Ron Thomas, Marian Burnbaum, Helen Gurley Brown

Format: Original Recording

Length: 23 mins

Language: English

Release date: 12-28-12

Publisher: On Air Radio Archive

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1 votes

Genres: Business, Leadership

Publisher's Summary:

Top Dog Radio speaks with renowned publishing icon, author, and entrepreneur extraordinaire Helen Gurley Brown (1922 2012). Brown was editor-in-chief of Cosmopolitan magazine for 32 years until 1997, making it one of the top five best-selling magazines in the United States. She also wrote the best-selling book Sex and the Single Girl, making her a pioneer in what was to become the sexual revolution.

Brown talks about her success in taking over the then-struggling Cosmopolitan magazine in 1965 and nurturing it into one of Americas cultural symbols. Brown focuses on the power of original ideas and driving your product towards highly specific and targeted audiences. She also discusses the importance of "being a good boss", the idea of not necessarily "thinking big, but thinking possible", and expanding her magazine empire worldwide. In an increasingly globalized business environment, Browns wisdom is more important than ever before.

Top Dog Radio features exclusive interviews with legendary business leaders, sharing their inner-most secrets on financial and personal success. Top Dog Radio is proud to showcase their expertise to entrepreneurs all over the world who want to learn leading business strategies and maximize their potential. We welcome any feedback. For comments or questions, email [email protected].

Top Dog Radio Where business legends speak.

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Title: Leadership Mastery

Subtitle: Influencing and Persuading Others

Author: Chris Widener, Made for Success

Narrator: Chris Widener

Format: Unabridged

Length: 1 hr and 9 mins

Language: English

Release date: 12-25-12

Publisher: Made for Success, Inc. and Blackstone Audio, Inc.

Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes

Genres: Business, Leadership

Publisher's Summary:

What is the difference between leadership skills and integrity?

Drawn from research performed with thousands of leaders, this audio program will teach you their characteristics. You can add these leadership traits to your arsenal to create passionate believers in your vision rather than compliant followers of your instructions. This program will make the difference as you try to create high-performing teams. Propel your company or group to the next level of performance with a clear understanding of what makes a passionate follower.

What can you learn from a guy who people in over 100 countries come to for advice? Just ask leadership greats like John Maxwell and multibillionaires, who have worked with Chris Widener to sharpen aspects of their game.

If you ever wished you could take time out to go to a leadership seminar, then take home Leadership Mastery and enjoy one of Americas top motivators any time you want - in the car, while on a run, or unwinding at home, you can power up your influence skills while maintaining your busy schedule. Do you have what it takes to become a top leader in your field?