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The Transformation Economy: Guiding Customers to Achieve Their Aspirations

From the author who defined the Experience Economy comes the next major shift: the Transformation Economy. As goods, services, and even experiences lose their power to differentiate, customers now seek something more—to change, grow, and become better versions of themselves. In this book, bestselling author B. Joseph Pine II shows how organizations can compete by designing transformative experiences that help customers achieve greater well-being, prosperity, knowledge, and purpose—supported by real-world examples and proven frameworks.

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Powered by Projects: Leading Your Organization in the Transformation Age

Projects are no longer side work—they’re how organizations create value. In an era of nonstop change, yesterday’s operating models can’t keep up. Powered by Projects reveals how leading organizations are adopting a project-driven approach to transformation. World-renowned project management expert Antonio Nieto-Rodriguez shows how to prioritize high-value work, empower teams, embed AI, and accelerate results. A must-read for leaders ready to turn projects into a true growth engine.

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Do More in Four: Why It’s Time for a Shorter Workweek

As organizations search for smarter ways to boost productivity, one long-standing assumption is finally being questioned: the five-day workweek. In Do More in Four, four-day-workweek pioneer Joe O’Connor and journalist Jared Lindzon present a rigorous, data-driven case for getting more done in less time. Drawing on global research, expert interviews, and real-world case studies, they show how organizations are boosting focus, performance, and results—while improving employee outcomes—in an economy reshaped by AI.

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