Sean McCabe Knihy

As leaders, our single most important task is also our most difficult. We are conditioned to focus on excellent product design, rapid execution, perfect market fit, amazing customer experience, healthy unit economics, global goto-market strategies while we scale for volume and invest in a healthy culture. As real and essential as these elements are to any growing or scaling business, nothing is more important than the quality of the people we hire.People are the determining factor in our future success and an ability to endure. The people we surround ourselves with represent the ingredients with which we build our future. But so many of us get this wrong, repeatedly. How can it be so hard to find the right people? Why do we follow conventional methods for attracting and retaining people, when so few of them actually work. What is the secret chemistry behind great teams?In The Hiring Mindset we unpack the greatest challenge facing all leaders and how we can break from convention, to unleash new power in building an organization for long term success.

Set in New York, the story follows Jimmy Devine as he dreams of forming an Irish band. He enlists the help of Frederick Lancaster, a multifaceted accordionist, and Gideon, a shy fiddler who plays in Brooklyn's subway stations. Together, they form 'The Blazing Sons' and embark on a journey to make their mark on the city's music scene, blending their diverse personalities and talents in pursuit of success.

Set against the vibrant backdrop of Paris, the story follows guitarist Jimmy Devine and fiddler Gideon on a busking tour. Their adventure leads them to old friends, including Johnny, a fellow busker, and Boru, a talented singer. As they navigate their relationships, Jimmy rekindles feelings for his ex, Celine, while staying with the enigmatic Eduard, a blacklisted writer. Torn between love and literary discussions, Jimmy grapples with jealousy and the desire to remain in Paris, questioning whether love can truly triumph over his literary pursuits.

Eoin Grady, a 15-year-old punk rocker, rebels against his conservative parents by embracing a bold new style and lifestyle. Teaming up with his friend Bozo, he explores the streets of Baile and finds excitement as a DJ at a local pirate radio station. However, his adventures take a dark turn when he uncovers a sinister side to his town, culminating in a shocking incident involving attempted murder that forces him to reconsider his choices and the path he has chosen.

The collection delves into the expatriate experiences of an Irish balladeer, reflecting on his time in diverse locations like New York, Guatemala, Sweden, and the Irish Midlands. Through distinguished and poignant verses, the poems capture the essence of loneliness and the search for identity in unfamiliar landscapes, offering a unique perspective on the complexities of belonging and displacement.

Set against the vibrant backdrop of New York, a diverse group of characters navigates their personal struggles and aspirations. Jimmy pursues his dream of becoming a singer, while Harry seeks to rescue his kidnapped daughter from a cult. Freddie grapples with his girlfriend's departure due to his drinking, and Judy searches for love in all the wrong places. Frederick is torn between two women, and Gideon aspires to be the finest Irish fiddler. Their intertwined stories reflect the city's pulse and the challenges of pursuing dreams amidst heartache.

Grausame Ritualmorde erschüttern London. Detective Joel Solomon ist der Einzige, der ahnt, worauf die merkwürdigen Verstümmelungen der Opfer und ihre blutleeren Körper hindeuten. Er wurde als Kind Zeuge, wie Vampire seine Familie ermordeten. Jetzt sinnt er auf Rache – und erhält unerwartete Unterstützung von einer jungen Frau, die selbst ein dunkles Geheimnis hütet. Denn Alex Bishop ist Agentin der Vampire Intelligence Agency. Ihr Auftrag: jene Abtrünnigen zu verfolgen, die gegen die Gesetze der World Vampire Federation verstoßen.