2024 Awards – Self-Help – Work Life Balance

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Self-Help - Work Life Balance

Winner

Work-Life Tango

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Author:

Kristel Bauer

How is your book helping others?

The old model of work-life balance that many are striving for does not work in modern times. In our current technology heavy world filled with hybrid and remote work, boundaries between personal and professional lives are blurred more than ever before. There is a dire need for an approachable and effective way to successfully and happily navigate work and life.

Kristel Bauer’s Work-Life Tango is filled with personal stories, audience feedback from her speaking engagements, as well as key insights from conversations with various experts on her Live Greatly podcast--all showcasing approachable solutions to support you thriving in work and life. Work-Life Tango will show you how to tango with energy and freedom between the different aspects of your life to learn how to live on purpose.

Book available for purchase at:

amazon.com

Self-Help - Work Life Balance

Winner

The Art of Bleisure: Travel the world, make money and live a life you love, now

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Author:

Emma Lovell

How is your book helping others?

This book is written to help people live a life they love now, rather than waiting for ‘one day’, their annual vacation or even retirement.

Bleisure is about blending business and leisure, but it’s also a mindset that means you can have more balance and can do more of what you love.

For the last 15 years I’ve been working for myself and have visited 76 countries thanks to bleisure’. People have constantly asked me how I travel so much and the nuts and bolts of making it work. So this book is a guide to how anyone can embrace bleisure in their lives. Along with sharing my story and advice from my own experiences (and wisdom from lessons learned along the way), I feature a number of case studies on people who also live the bleisure lifestyle, so that readers can see how varied and adaptable it is.

Book available for purchase at:

amazon.com.au

Self-Help - Work Life Balance

Finalist

How to Have a Kid and a Life: A Survival Guide

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Author:

Ericka Sóuter

How is your book helping others?

How to Have a Kid and a Life: A Survival Guide helps moms reclaim their sense of self and find balance amidst the chaos of motherhood. It’s not about checking off more boxes or trying to be a supermom—it’s about rediscovering the woman you were before kids and allowing her to thrive alongside motherhood. This book doesn’t promise a longer life or a get rich formula, but it does offer tools to regain your happiness, set boundaries, and create space for your passions. With practical advice and real-life stories, it guides moms in building a life where they can be successful, not by society’s standards, but by their own. It’s about saving your mental and emotional energy, finding joy in everyday moments, and ensuring you don’t lose yourself while raising your children. In doing so, you become a more fulfilled and happier mom.

Book available for purchase at:

amazon.com

2024 Awards – Communications and PR

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2024 best book awarded to authors on the subject of guides for writing and publishing books.

Marketing - Communications and PR

Winner

Marketing for Social Change: How to Turn Purpose into Business and Social Impact

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Author:

Kian Bakhtiari

How is your book helping others?

This book's goal is to teach marketers how to bring positive change within society and business by integrating purpose in a meaningful way.

Book available for purchase at:

koganpage.com

Marketing - Communications and PR

Winner

The Perfect Story: How to Tell Stories that Inform, Influence, and Inspire

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Author:

Karen Eber

How is your book helping others?

"The Perfect Story" teaches people how to tell compelling stories that educate, motivate, and inspire action. As the world becomes more noisy and divided, it's never more important to deliver authentic, compelling messages. Especially with data. Storytelling is a key skill people need in their careers and in life to communicate with clarity and capture hearts and minds. The reader comes away with a new understanding of how stories can shape their leadership, organizational culture, careers and their lives. They learn how to tell stories to help them achieve their outcomes. This book gives people the steps and confidence to be memorable communicators and storytellers whether they are giving a toast or eulogy, pitching an idea, interviewing for a job, or presenting information. As Adam Grant said in his blurb, "Come for the engrossing content and stay for lessons that might just change how you talk, write and lead."

Book available for purchase at:

amazon.com

Marketing - Communications and PR

Winner

Simply Put: Why Clear Messages Win – and How to Design Them

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Author:

Ben Guttmann

How is your book helping others?

Why do some messages work when others don't? Why do some ideas break through, why do some slogans stick in your brain, and why do some leaders inspire change - when others don't?

The most effective communicators in the world all structure their messages the same way, by designing for simplicity. But the problem is, simple is hard work. Our brains are programmed to complicate. Our world incentivizes more, more, more. It takes deliberate, intentional effort to communicate in a way that seems effortless.

The science-backed design lessons within Simply Put empower readers to better inform, persuade, and connect with the audiences that matter to them – whether that helps them sell more products, lead social movements, or just become a more effective leader.

Book available for purchase at:

amzn.to

Marketing - Communications and PR

Finalist

The Powerful Publicity Prescription: Harness the Power of Public Relations to Become a Sought-After Global Industry Expert

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Author:

Lilian Sue

How is your book helping others?

This book demystifies the world of public relations and in doing so, empowers creative entrepreneurs, coaches, startups, authors and nonprofits to gain the confidence to push past fear, anxiety, imposter syndrome and more to harness the power of PR to unlock the superpowers behind their stories and achieve their goals of global recognition.

Book available for purchase at:

amazon.com

Marketing - Communications and PR

Finalist

Internal Communication in the Age of Artificial Intelligence

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Author:

Monique Andrea Zytnik

How is your book helping others?

This is the first internal communication business book to help leaders communicate effectively at scale with their people for measurable success. Leadership communication books tend to focus on interpersonal communication or presentation skills. In the age of artificial intelligence, where content is cheap and attention is dispersed, leaders need to understand how strategic internal communication works so they can spend time, money and resources wisely.

In the age of artificial intelligence, content is cheap. Internal Communication in the Age of Artificial Intelligence reveals a modern, multilayered approach to internal communication. It’s an easy-to-read, practical guide for business leaders and communicators, filled with global case studies, behind-the-scenes insights, and stories from industry experts. You’ll learn what basics must be done brilliantly, how to engage with communities, and why a new immersive communication mindset is needed to prepare you for the future.

Book available for purchase at:

amazon.com

2024 Awards – Technology – Gamechanger

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2024 best book awarded to authors on the subject of guides for writing and publishing books.

Technology - Gamechanger

Winner

Enterprise GENERATIVE AI Well Architected Framework & Patterns

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Author:

Suvoraj Biswas

Co-Authors:

Moumita Biswas

How is your book helping others?

This book is a comprehensive guide that provides enterprise IT professionals with a detailed roadmap to explore and implement generative artificial intelligence (AI) in business applications. This book is designed to equip readers with the knowledge needed to understand the complexities of Generative AI and its role in enterprise architecture.
1. An overview of the foundational principles for designing Generative AI solutions in enterprise settings.
2. A detailed exploration of architectural patterns for adopting Large Language Models (LLMs), including when to use Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG) or fine-tuned LLMs.
3. Practical insights into key concepts like Prompt Engineering, Embedding, and Vector databases.
The book also addresses common challenges and roadblocks faced by Solutions Architects, offering strategies for overcoming these hurdles. . It discusses the ethical considerations in deploying AI systems and provides actionable advice for maintaining compliance.

Book available for purchase at:

a.co

Technology - Gamechanger

Winner

Pivoting as a Way of Life: Stop Chasing Unicorns and Product-Market Fit

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Author:

Joseph Hanna

How is your book helping others?

"Pivoting as a Way of Life" empowers business leaders and innovators to navigate change with confidence and purpose through the Pivoting Life Operating Model (PLOM). In a world where the only constant is uncertainty, this book offers a practical framework using PLOM to embrace pivoting not as a reaction to failure but as a strategic move toward success. By learning to identify when, why, and how to pivot, readers can turn challenges into opportunities, innovate continuously, and create lasting value for their organizations. Drawing from real-world experiences and insights from successful leaders, PLOM makes complex ideas accessible and actionable. Whether you're at a startup looking for your next big opportunity or a product leader in an established company aiming for transformational growth, this book provides the tools to pivot and innovate effectively. Ultimately, PLOM helps readers build resilience, foster innovation, and cultivate disciplines that drive market shifts.

Book available for purchase at:

amazon.com

Technology - Gamechanger

Winner

Creating the Intangible Enterprise: The Critical Skills Required to Thrive in an AI-Driven World

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Author:

KP Reddy

How is your book helping others?

The AI revolution is here, poised to upend every industry in its wake. But how will this new technology actually change how we build companies? In this highly accessible book that tackles a game-changing, but scary technology, author K.P. Reddy explains how AI will fundamentally change the landscape but, most importantly, shows leaders how to leverage the uniquely human skills that will become even more valuable in this new technology paradigm. The book helps people understand how AI can enhance—not replace—human skills like creativity, empathy, and problem-solving. Creating the Intangible Enterprise reminds us of “the unique skills only humans have,” making it clear that AI works best alongside people. Especially for small and growing businesses, the book offers game-changing insights on how to use AI to get ahead, innovate, and compete in a fast-moving world. The book is filled with practical tips, real-world examples, and clear explanations, making AI less daunting.

Book available for purchase at:

a.co

Technology - Gamechanger

Winner

Internal Communication in the Age of Artificial Intelligence

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Author:

Monique Andrea Zytnik

How is your book helping others?

This is the first internal communication business book to help leaders communicate effectively at scale with their people for measurable success. Leadership communication books tend to focus on interpersonal communication or presentation skills. In the age of artificial intelligence, where content is cheap and attention is dispersed, leaders need to understand how strategic internal communication works so they can spend time, money and resources wisely.

In the age of artificial intelligence, content is cheap. Internal Communication in the Age of Artificial Intelligence reveals a modern, multilayered approach to internal communication. It’s an easy-to-read, practical guide for business leaders and communicators, filled with global case studies, behind-the-scenes insights, and stories from industry experts. You’ll learn what basics must be done brilliantly, how to engage with communities, and why a new immersive communication mindset is needed to prepare you for the future.

Book available for purchase at:

amazon.com

Technology - Gamechanger

Finalist

Our Next Reality

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Author:

Alvin Wang Graylin

Co-Authors:

Louis Rosenberg

How is your book helping others?

Over the last 100 years, technology has changed our world. Over the next decade it will transform our reality. The planet is headed for a momentous upheaval, and we are not prepared.

Written by two industry experts on opposing sides, Our Next Reality by Alvin Graylin and Louis Rosenberg debates the risks and merits of AI and the Metaverse providing a complete overview. The book also provides actionable suggestions for how all of us can help tilt the future towards a more utopian outcome to combat the excessive hype and fear mongering around AI and the Metaverse. Our Next Reality has been deemed a quintessential read if “you want to understand the future ahead of us” by Erik Brynjolfsson, co-author The Second Machine Age and director of the Stanford Digital Economy Lab.

Book available for purchase at:

amazon.com

Technology - Gamechanger

Finalist

Power of Surge: Five Ways to Supercharge Your B2B Software Business and Unleash Hidden Value

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Author:

Holly Rollo

How is your book helping others?

The technology industry is entering its third wave of digital transformation, driven by AI, quantum computing, evolving cyber threats, and the surge of software and data. For small to mid-sized tech companies, the stakes are high: adapt quickly or risk extinction. In a sea of business advice, “Power of Surge” stands out with a practical, proven, and risk-free playbook tailored for B2B tech and tech-enabled firms. This book offers actionable steps to navigate transactions, meet the evolving expectations of the Techsumer, and drive growth at digital speed and scale. Drawing on three decades of experience, insights from the respected tech leaders in the industry, and real-world examples, the author presents the SURGE methodology—Strategy, Unity, Reputation, Gains, and Efficiency—as a blueprint for modern transformation. Equip your business to not only survive but thrive today and be future-ready for years to come.

Book available for purchase at:

amazon.com

Technology - Gamechanger

Finalist

The Flagship Experience: How AI and Software-Defined Vehicles Will Revolutionize the Automotive Customer Experience

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Author:

Evangelos Simoudis

How is your book helping others?

The Flagship Experience discusses how Software-Defined Vehicles and AI will enable automakers, transportation providers, and transportation planners to reimagine the mobility customer experience, and presents a framework for implementing it.

Book available for purchase at:

amazon.com

2024 Awards – Digital Marketing

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2024 best book awarded to authors on the subject of guides for writing and publishing books.

Marketing - Digital Marketing

Winner

100 Livestreaming & Digital Media Predictions, Volume 4: Top Content Creators Help You Succeed in an Era of Rapid Change

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Author:

Ross Brand

How is your book helping others?

Within these pages, 113 expert contributors, including Emmy winners, renowned YouTube influencers and Hall of Fame podcasters, share their foresight. They delve into how AI is redefining content creation, offering both foundational advice and groundbreaking strategies. From exploring AI's role in enhancing productivity to addressing fears of losing authenticity, this book tackles the pressing questions every creator and entrepreneur faces:

* What are the essential tools to integrate AI into your work?

* How can AI be leveraged to maximize efficiency without sacrificing creativity?

* What are the pitfalls of AI in digital media, and how can you navigate them?

* How can you maintain a genuine connection with your audience in an AI-driven world?

Book available for purchase at:

amazon.com

Marketing - Digital Marketing

Winner

Digital Threads: The Small Business and Entrepreneur Digital First Marketing Playbook

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Author:

Neal Schaffer

How is your book helping others?

Digital Threads helps small businesses, entrepreneurs, and marketers by providing clear, actionable digital marketing strategies they can use right away. I break down complex ideas like social media, content marketing, and AI into easy-to-understand steps. With over a decade of experience as a Fractional CMO, I show readers how to grow their online presence, connect with customers, and build strong brands, all while keeping costs low. The book offers real-world examples and proven methods, making advanced marketing techniques accessible to everyone. Whether you're just starting or looking to refine your approach, Digital Threads gives you the tools to succeed in today’s fast-moving digital world. My goal is to make big-brand strategies simple, so small businesses and entrepreneurs can thrive.

Book available for purchase at:

nealschaffer.com

Marketing - Digital Marketing

Finalist

High Gear: Marketing Strategies For Auto Repair Shops

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Author:

Ryan Burton

How is your book helping others?

Eight years ago, Ryan Burton founded Leads Near Me, a digital marketing agency specializing in auto repair shops across North America, managing $20 million annually in Google Ads. (https://leadsnearme.com/). Metro Atlanta-based Ryan and team of 30 help auto repair shop owners succeed in business and “effortlessly increase customers.” Some shop owners are great at fixing cars but may not know much about marketing their shop in order to scale and maintain steady business. Ryan never wants them to have to go home and tell sad stories to their families about why things didn’t work out at their repair shop. “Everything my team and I do is focused on your success. I’ve put our tried-and-true methods into a new book,” says Ryan to his auto repair shop owner friends. The book shares the fundamentals of good marketing and the most effective ways to reach new and returning customers. Learn more at https://highgearbook.com/ and view this documentary: “Honest Man” – https://vimeo.com/1009337712

Book available for purchase at:

amazon.com

2024 Awards – Marketing – Sales

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2024 best book awarded to authors on the subject of guides for writing and publishing books.

Marketing - Sales

Winner

What Should We Do?: How to Win Clients, Double Profit & Grow Your Home Service Sales

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Author:

Joe Crisara

How is your book helping others?

What Should We Do? is a down-to-earth primer on persuasion, selling, presentation, and closing. Full of boots-on-the-ground anecdotes and eye-opening insights, it offers a principle-centered system that helps everybody come out on top.

The book shows:
-An honest, step-by-step sales approach that ensures small businesses thrive
-How operating with integrity can lead to growing profits and increased value
-Easy-to-digest summaries that help keep your company on an upward trajectory
-Sample dialogues between contractors and clients so you can go into every situation with confidence
-The key question you need to be asking, tons of downloadable bonus tools, and much, much more!

What Should We Do? is the definitive field guide for anyone managing a blue-collar business. If you like actionable advice, authentic examples, and conversational guidance, then you’ll love Joe Crisara’s must-have manual.

Book available for purchase at:

a.co

Marketing - Sales

Winner

Listen to Sell: How Your Mindset, Skillset, and Human Connections Unlock Sales Performance

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Author:

Mike Esterday

Co-Authors:

Derek Roberts

How is your book helping others?

We believe there’s never been a better time to be in sales. And we wanted to write a book that celebrates sales as a profession and the salesperson as a respected, valued partner. For professional salespeople and sales leaders have never been more necessary, and there have never been more opportunities to be successful and fulfilled in your work.

For anyone in Sales, success begins with you. And it requires listening to not just customers but to yourself.

With self-analysis exercises and customized strategies, readers learn how their mindset (attitudes, confidence, what salespeople believe about themselves & the products they represent) is the foundation of top sales performance. Listen to Sell also hones skill sets—daily tools and tactics that make or break sales— by creating a personal sales plan and taking action. Finally, salespeople master human connection through sales conversations with customers, and coaching conversations with themselves and the sales leader

Book available for purchase at:

amazon.com

Marketing - Sales

Winner

Walk with a Humble Swagger: Lessons From the Recruiting Trail in Basketball and Advertising

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Author:

Michael Palma

How is your book helping others?

With decades of experience collaborating with the advertising industry's best and brightest, author Michael Palma distills his wealth of knowledge in his book Walk with a Humble Swagger. As a former Parade All-American basketball player, Palma was highly recruited by college basketball coaching legends. Palma used these lessons from titans of the game to build a successful career in advertising and sales by emphasizing hard work, discipline, and competition. Most importantly, Palma points out that the foundation of recruiting—and sales—is relationships. As Palma equips readers with practical strategies for talent & recruitment, he uses basketball as a relatable and entertaining device for the reader. As one reader notes, “Mike seamlessly turned what he learned on the hard court into an amazing and prolific career in the tumultuous ad agency world.” Additionally, he is furthering the book’s impact by donating proceeds in memory of Coach Valvano and his twin sister to cancer research.

Book available for purchase at:

a.co

Marketing - Sales

Finalist

Yes, It's Your Fault

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Author:

Kelly Hopping

Co-Authors:

John Eitel

How is your book helping others?

"Yes, It's Your Fault!" helps organizations resolve conflicts between sales and marketing teams, improve camaraderie, and further success by offering practical strategies for alignment. In the book, authors and experienced B2B leaders Kelly Hopping and John Eitel analyze the root causes of these conflicts and provide a roadmap for fostering collaboration. The book includes engaging anecdotes and actionable steps to address issues like technology reliance and personality differences.

By understanding the dynamics of misalignment and implementing practical solutions, readers can transform workplace culture, reduce finger-pointing, and achieve long-term success. This guide helps practitioners and leaders who have struggled with alignment to finally enhance organizational cohesion and experience the far-reaching benefits.

Book available for purchase at:

amazon.com

Marketing - Sales

Finalist

Forward Thinking For Your Business

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Author:

Jennifer Lynn Layman

How is your book helping others?

Written for busy small business owners, Forward Thinking For Your Business addresses common marketing challenges that can frustrate or stall owners in making the best marketing decisions. When small businesses don’t move forward with marketing, their businesses are limited by the revenue they can generate and the opportunities they can seize. Covering topics such as handling your competitors, building a convenient marketing plan, managing time, dealing with critics and negative comments, donating with purpose, the small business advantage and more. The author specifically designed the book with short, easy-to-read chapters, making the book a quick reference for business owners who don’t have a lot of time to commit to marketing. Each chapter has real-life stories of situations where businesses did it right, or got it really wrong, and the outcomes that ensued. This book saves business owners time and money – two things they can’t afford to waste.

Book available for purchase at:

amazon.com

Marketing - Sales

Finalist

Advertising for Books: A Guide to Promoting & Selling with the Largest Online Bookseller

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Author:

Dale L. Roberts

How is your book helping others?

You’ve published your book…
…but how do you get noticed?
Mastering Amazon Ads is crucial for boosting visibility and sales.

In this comprehensive guide, Dale L. Roberts offers a deep dive into practical, actionable strategies for making the most of your advertising on Amazon. Learn how to set up and manage various ad types, from Sponsored Product Ads to Sponsored Brand Ads, with clear, step-by-step instructions. Discover how to analyze performance, optimize bids, and troubleshoot common issues to drive real success for your book.

Why are Amazon Ads so tricky?
It’s all about managing expectations and understanding relevance.

You’ll learn:

* How to set up and manage various ad types on Amazon

* Effective bidding strategies and campaign optimization

* How to analyze performance and troubleshoot common problems

* Tips for maximizing book sales through targeted ads

…and much more!

Book available for purchase at:

amazon.com