Audiobooks narrated by Dave Stokes

Creating a Powerful Business: The 12-step e-ttraction method to escape corporate, build your own bus

"'I have dedicated 15 years to developing the e-ttraction method to help passionate people to build their own business so they can find freedom of time and money through entrepreneurship.' Andrew Ford e-ttraction is a practical and proven 12-step method that builds a powerful portfolio business around your personal brand, family and lifestyle. Whether you're a top-shelf corporate escapee, a fed-up middle manager or a young entrepreneur the e-ttraction method can help you set up a business to achieve your life goals. The 12-step process is separated into three sections to Understand who you are and what you want to achieve, to Build the strategy and assets for your new business, and finally to Leverage your unique assets into a realistic and manageable business model. Over the past decade, Andrew Ford's company Social Star, has successfully applied the e-ttraction method to hundreds of clients and changed countless lives. In Creating a Powerful Business Andrew shares, not only the exclusive method for success, but many examples and practical stories that bring the method to life to enable you to apply it for yourself. Don't wake up feeling drained with a lack of purpose or inspiration, by being locked into working for others. Create an opportunity to build your own life-changing wealth, help more people and create your legacy - on your own terms. 'Working with Andrew is truly a life changing experience. He was exactly what I needed to help me believe not only in my business and ideas, but also in myself and my own abilities in harnessing my inner entrepreneur. ' Penny Grant, Founder & CEO of Drool Experiences"

Andrew Ford (Author), Andrew Ford, Dave Stokes (Narrator)

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Quietly powerful: How your quiet nature is your hidden leadership strength

"In the uncertain, changing, global and interconnected world, the 'alpha' or 'hero' leadership style alone is outdated and inadequate. Quieter professionals, who are often overlooked or taken advantage of without recognition, have immense value to contribute to organisations. In this book, Megumi Miki shares her own experience and those of many other quiet professionals who have achieved great success in the business environment. Megumi believes that a shift in our beliefs about leadership will allow talented quiet professionals to view their quiet nature as a strength and to succeed in their own way, rather than seeing it as a disadvantage. She aims to empower quieter professionals and those outside majority groups to fulfil their potential. Quietly Powerful challenges quiet professionals to reframe the story they tell themselves about their leadership potential - and encourages organisations to expand their ideas about what good leadership looks, sounds and feels like."

Megumi Miki (Author), Dave Stokes, Megumi Miki (Narrator)

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Healthy Hustle: The new Blueprint to Thrive in Business and Life

"Burnout is on the rise and our addiction to work won't solve today's or tomorrow's problems. We have a responsibility to ensure we are future-ready, and now is the time to do something about it. Healthy Hustle is about winning in both business and life. This book has proven examples and frameworks that will elevate your business growth, empower your team, get you unaddicted to work and give you time back. With over fifty years combined experience working with businesses, Nicky and Ness have seen resistance to change at the detriment of business owners, teams and businesses overall. Those left behind stay stuck due to thinking they are 'too busy' to do things differently. Let us take you through real world, practical (and achievable) steps to move away from the unhealthy hustle to a place of happiness and living while continuing to achieve incredible business results."

Nicky Miklos - Woodley, Vanessa Medling (Author), Dave Stokes, Nicky Miklos - Woodley, Vanessa Medling (Narrator)

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Guerrilla Tactics for Teachers: The Essential Classroom Management Guide

"Guerrilla Tactics for Teachers is a life-saving, career-preserving, sanity-building guide for teachers. Based on over 30 years of research, it is an essential collection of behaviour management and learning enhancement strategies that will help educators at any stage of their career. These are the methods that will help educators create and maintain calm classrooms that enable students to learn effectively, achieve great results, and still have a life. It provides the secret knowledge of survival in a sector that loses many great teachers to other careers when they decide it is too hard and walk away."

Andrew Fuller (Author), Andrew Fuller, Dave Stokes (Narrator)

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Working dads and balancing acts: The secret to making it work

"Hey Dads, this one’s for you! If you’ve ever felt the crushing weight of balancing a demanding career with being the awesome parent your kids deserve, then this book is your lifeline. “Working Dads and Balancing Acts” is a compilation of stories to celebrate fathers who, like you, want to be the best they can be in everything they do and be the best for their children. Why You CAN’T Miss This Book: This isn’t your average ‘parenting guide’. This is the inspiration and validation every working Dad needs in his corner. These chapters take you into the heart of the struggles, the regret of not being there more, the triumphs, and the sheer grit and determination that it takes to be a modern Dad. With 20 no-nonsense chapters, this book cuts through the fluff and gets to the core of what it means to be an incredible Dad in today’s world. Meet the Game-Changers: From CEOs breaking down barriers to psychologists who live and breathe fatherhood, stay at home dads and everything in between, these industry titans are here to share their hard-won wisdom. They’re the pioneers leading the charge in transforming workplaces and empowering Dads everywhere. What You’ll Get: • Raw, Real Stories: Hear the unfiltered, gut-wrenching, and inspiring stories from Dads who’ve faced it all. • Expert Gold: You get insights from top leaders and psychologists who know exactly what it takes to balance work and family. • Game-Changing Strategies: Armed with powerful worksheets and actionable advice, you’ll be ready to smash through obstacles and create the work-life balance you’ve been craving. • Empowerment on Steroids: Walk away from this book with a deep knowing you can and will thrive- owning your role at work AND home."

Adrian Engel, Barry Mone, Brad Raynor, Charlie Maughan, Chris Lloyd, David Taylor, Douglas Veal, Dr. Rob Scott, George Rologas, Jason Frishman, Joe Bovell, Peter Bennett, Peter Clark, Rhys Maconachie, Rolfe Pike, Rowyn Bartlett, Sarah Maconachie, Stan Rolf, Thomas Batchelor (Author), Adrian Engel, Charlie Maughan, Dave Stokes, David Taylor, Douglas Veal, Rhys Maconachie, Sarah Maconachie, Thomas Bachelor (Narrator)

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Working mothers inspiring others: The secret to making it work

"Hey working mums, this one’s for you! If you’ve ever felt you’re in a whirlwind of constant chaos, balancing a career and motherhood, this book is your lifeline. “Working Mothers Inspiring Others” is a collective shoutout to all the fierce, unstoppable women who are rewriting the rules of what it means to be a working mother. Why You CAN’T Miss This Book: This is a powerhouse compilation of strength, resilience, and raw honesty. With 18 awe-inspiring chapters, this book dives headfirst into the realities of juggling work, family, and personal growth. It’s a bold declaration that you can have it all, and it’s packed with the insights and strategies you need to thrive. Meet the Contributors: From high-flying lawyers to trailblazing entrepreneurs, these women have faced it all and come out on top. They share their hard-earned wisdom and inspire you to create a life you love, on your own terms, without sacrifice. Sarah Maconachie, Vicky Wren, Tracey Vermaak, Stacey Webb, Cheryl Edwardes, Tania Gomez, Sarah Coleman, Kerry McNamee, Carla Lombardo, Lisa Younger, Ashley McGrath, Nicola Veal, Leisa Van Geest, Fiona Yue, Kate O’Hara, Sandra Morell, Alicia White, Michelle Travis. What You’ll Get: • The stories you need to hear: Dive into the unfiltered, deeply moving, and inspiring stories from mums who’ve challenged the status quo and have mastered balance. • Wisdom from behind the curtain: Gain insights from top leaders and professionals who truly understand what it takes to shine both at work and at home. • Hands on, proven strategies: Equip yourself with powerful worksheets and actionable advice to take charge in your own career and house. • Empowerment to find your balance: This book is not about just getting through this time in life, it’s about flourishing and embracing your role as a powerhouse mum AND as a driven career woman."

Alicia White, Ashley McGrath, Carla Lombardo, Cheryl Edwardes, Fiona Yue, Kate O'Hara, Kerry McNamee, Leisa Van Geest, Lisa Younger, Michelle Travis, Nicola Veal, Sandra Lee, Sarah Coleman, Sarah Maconachie, Stacey Webb, Tania Gomez, Tracey Vermaak, Vicki Wren (Author), Alicia White, Ashley McGrath, Carla Lombardo, Dave Stokes, Fiona Yue, Freya Corby, Kerry McNamee, Lisa Younger, Michelle Travis, Sandra Lee, Sarah Maconachie, Tania Gomez, Vicki Wren (Narrator)

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Four voices: Managing love, loyalty, family wealth and succession through the generations

"From Italian, English and Mexican proverbs to Arabian or Chinese parables the curse of family business is always the same. Namely, that the first generation makes it, the second generation enjoys it and the third generation destroys it! Rags to riches and back again in three generations. But it doesn't have to be this way. This book tells the story of love, loyalty and wealth, and how they can happily co-exist and endure through the generations once we understand the family business theorem: n = (F x B)w / Gs n = Complexity F = Family B = Business W = Wealth G = Governance S = Stewardship You will finally learn the reasons, commercial and biological, that explain the inevitability of the various universally experienced family business issues and the conflict and angst those issues can create. And perhaps, more importantly, for the first time, you will be presented with a genuinely comprehensive solution. Managing love, loyalty and family wealth successfully generation after generation comes down to a collective willingness to elicit four voices: from the business, the individual family members in the business, the family and the wider family community. Governance and stewardship are what facilitate the emergence of these crucial voices, thus ensuring your business never falls victim of the curse."

John Vamos (Author), Dave Stokes (Narrator)

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Finding my rainbow

"Growing up in Melbourne during the sixties as a baby boomer, Yvonne's dreams were to find a life partner, build a home, raise a family, start a career and travel. The trajectory her life was changed forever when her husband took his life. Now she faces the challenges of raising their two children alone. This begins a transformative journey of self-empowerment and rediscovering what defines her identity. Yvonne shares her travails through career pathways, dealing with relationships, what travel has meant for her, the passion she has for food, exploring and defining spirituality, navigating physical, mental and emotional health and dealing with COVID lockdowns. In her quest for healing she learns some 'truths' about love, forgiveness, authenticity and turning a tragedy into a triumph. Finding My Rainbow is a memoir of loss, heartbreak and self-discovery, a story that'll move and inspire you to find your own inner strength."

Yvonne Junor (Author), Dave Stokes, Yvonne Junor (Narrator)

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X Factor: Unleash your presenting superpower

"Looking for that critical edge in your presentations? Learn how to engage, connect, and inspire with this unique and powerful approach. Are you a presenter searching for a blueprint to wow bosses and clients? Longing to convey information in a long-term and meaningful way? Do you have great ideas but struggle to move peers to action? As the world's only economist turned Bollywood-dancing business storyteller, bestselling author and speaker Yamini Naidu busts the myth that X factor is something you are born with or exclusive to a handful of lucky people. And now she's here to help you find and unleash your own X factor so you can forever change how you present, make a lasting impact, and create shifts in your world. X Factor: Unleash Your Presenting Superpower is a radical approach that will help you change bland business presentations into memorable, audience-stirring events. Using case studies, client examples, and a generous dose of humor, Naidu discards the erroneous notion that just a select few individuals can dazzle the room and reveals how you hold all the talent necessary to excel. And by following her straightforward templates and plans, you'll soon be building a personal and professional legacy. In X Factor: Unleash Your Presenting Superpower, you'll discover: - How to identify your X Factor using a combination of your skills, abilities, and experiences to wow every audience - Tips for winning a reputation as a brilliant presenter and creating a new future for you and your organization - Proven techniques to step into your best self, so you shine authentically under any spotlight - Ways to rise above the masses and achieve lasting impact with every word - Why you should trade vanilla for spice, how to channel your presenter personality in an authentic and effective way, and much, much more! X Factor is a revolutionary handbook for leaders and professionals who are looking to level up their ability to influence audiences. If you like exciting new"

Yamini Naidu (Author), Dave Stokes, Yamini Naidu (Narrator)

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Mindset Mastery: Do less. Achieve more.

"We spend our day playing whack-a-mole with distracting thoughts. When we need to concentrate we’re taken off-task by the urge to check emails, social media or other trivial things. Even if we can suppress the desire to check, we will soon be distracted by a memory of a conversation from last night, a secret fear we have, or something our inner voice wants to tell us. It’s a constant struggle to quieten the voice so we can focus and get the job done. It’s exhausting! But what are we fighting against? What are we playing whack-a-mole with? If you look closely, you’ll notice there’s an energetic sensation in our body. If we get rid of that energetic sensation, then we won’t have to whack it. Then we won’t be drawn to check emails, be bother by distractions or that conversation from last night. In this book you will discover: * Why that inner voice won’t shut up and what to do about it, * How to turn the volume down so you can have some peace and quiet, * Why some people trigger you and how to deal with it, * Why your willpower always fails you when you need it most and what to do instead. Mindset Mastery will show you how to deactivate what is driving you to distraction so you can have greater inner peace, control and ultimately happiness in your day…without whacking anything."

Darren Fleming (Author), Darren Fleming, Dave Stokes (Narrator)

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We've lost my prostate mate... and life goes on: One man's story and practical survival guide for Pr

"Being diagnosed with prostate cancer once in a lifetime is enough. In 2011, Alan White was facing a second round with this life-threatening disease. Alan’s years of experience as a natural health practitioner and counsellor helped him and his wife, Fiona, to make the choice that no man really wants to make – surgical removal of the prostate gland – and to recover, physically and emotionally. Talking about the things not usually discussed – sex after surgery, giant incontinence pads and how to wrangle your overnight urine bag – Alan shares his story and his discoveries. Fiona adds her tips for partners of men facing prostate cancer. We’ve lost my prostate, mate is Alan’s story about the diagnosis, the decision making, the surgery and the road to recovery. He shares the good, the bad and the ugly along the way, providing helpful tips for fellow prostate cancer sufferers. Armed with his irrepressible laughter and a very determined wife, Alan shows that there is life after losing your prostate, mate."

Alan White (Author), Alan White, Dave Stokes, Fiona White (Narrator)

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Living in the Light of Day: How to avoid the ‘Success Trap’, strive to be at your best and live a mo

"On a global scale, the disruptive, competitive, and challenging way of life most of us are experiencing, has resulted in many adults rethinking what's important to them ... what really matters in their life. Are you tired of chasing other people's expectations of who you should be, what you should own, how much you should earn, and what you need to do to be successful? If so, you might have been caught in the Success Trap. This book is an evidence-based blueprint to help you approach success across all areas of your life through a less complex, more practical, and accessible way. With proven tips and strategies to help you strive to be at your best, even in tough times, you will discover why and how your intentions impact almost every measure of success in your life and how forming trust-based relationships is the foundation to living a more balanced, meaningful, flourishing, and prosperous life."

David Penglase (Author), Dave Stokes, David Penglase (Narrator)

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Audiobooks Narrated by Dave Stokes