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A short read for leaders. Curated by Brian Cooke and published biweekly on Fridays. Free.

Know your worth. Negotiate with confidence.

Today more than ever, negotiating with skill and confidence is essential to build strong relationships and advance your career.

At work and at home, effective agreements are shaped by clear communication of beliefs and expectations.

This means asking for what you want, knowing what you will accept, and clarifying when you are willing to walk away.

Sometimes the best agreement is no agreement at all.

Know your worth.

Negotiate with confidence to achieve your goals! 🎯

BCedX | Library | Negotiation

4 short reads and one good book on negotiation. Curated by Brian for your health, wealth, and career advancement.

Leadership Lessons from a KFC Executive and Army Officer | Entrepreneur

When Monica Rothgery transitioned from military leadership to managing a fast-food restaurant, there was no manual for leading people who sometimes quit when they did not want to do their job. Here's some insight for frontline leaders from KFC's former Chief Executive Officer.

Austin 7: The Classic British Sportscar Gets an EV Makeover | The Conversation

The Austin 7 is back! Here's a short history of the famous sportscar and a preview of the electric Arrow that is reengineering the British brand.

Eight Words to Say to a Friend | Cup of Jo

"What small thing would help you right now?"

Timeout - Tips to stop looking at your phone | Vox

You may be surprised how much your day (and night) will change when you put down your phone.

Guess How Starbucks Got Its Name | Readers Digest

Grab a grande latte and enjoy this true Starbucks story.

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