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In the forensic tradition of Jerry Kennard’s narrative precision and analytical clarity, Why Managers Fail explores the quiet implosions behind modern leadership collapse. This is not a book of clichés or LinkedIn-friendly platitudes. It is a ruthlessly intelligent examination of the behaviours, blind spots, and systemic distortions that lead good people—and once-functional institutions—into mediocrity, decline, and eventual failure. Each chapter dissects a common pathology of management: the tyranny of busyness, the erosion of trust, the evasion of accountability, the cult of ...

Fuel the Fire follows Holly Jones, a high school senior and captain of her cross-country team, as she faces her most challenging season yet. With college scouts watching, team dynamics unraveling, and a fiercely independent freshman phenom, Taylor, testing the limits of her leadership, Holly must navigate the delicate balance between personal ambition and the responsibility of uniting her teammates. As tensions rise on and off the track, Holly learns that leadership isn’t about running ahead—it’s about bringing others along with you. Through grueling practices, emotional breakthroughs...

Are you planning on living a more reclusive and individualistic lifestyle? Many struggle with loneliness. Something changes in their lives, and they find themselves in a new situation of isolation, not knowing how to cope with the overwhelmingly negative feelings that it brings them. Others struggle with the opposite. They enjoy being alone and want to spend more quality time in their own company, but they submit to the cultural pressure to be active participants in society or waste their precious alone time on unhealthy habits. Both cases suffer from a dearth of solitude, the positive ...

Do you often find yourself frustrated by the gap between your aspirations and your actual accomplishments? Are you ready to turn your dreams into real-world success, armed with the power of your own mind? Dive into "Mind Alchemy," a transformative journey led by acclaimed author and coach, Misako Toro. Discover how to supercharge your thinking, unleash your full potential, and craft strategies that deliver unprecedented results. Inside "Mind Alchemy," you'll uncover: The root causes of flawed thinking and actionable solutions A systematic approach to creating brilliantly effective ...

We all have been impacted by amazing influences in our lives. We create an everlasting ripple effect by learning lessons from those that have impacted us. When we apply those lessons, we are able to make our world a better place. The Impact of Influence, Using Your Impact to Create a Life of Influence is overflowing with wisdom from visionary author, Chip Baker, and 16 other powerful influencers who have discovered their paths to success. They are influencing many and impacting generations. The inspirational stories within the pages of this book will inspire you to make a positive ...

In a world driven by platforms, titles, and outward performance, FORMED is a prophetic call to return to the sacred process of leadership formation. Drawing from over two decades of ministry experience and deeply personal trials, Joshua McElhaney introduces the 3H Model™ — a biblical framework that equips leaders to lead with the Heart, think with the Head, and serve with the Hands. This is not just a leadership manual — it’s a roadmap for internal transformation, rooted in Deuteronomy 6:5 and built on the belief that God forms us before He uses us. Through vulnerable storytelling, ...

Step into a world where questions reign supreme, where curiosity is the driving force behind remarkable achievements. Welcome to the transformative realm of "Asking Good Questions," a captivating book that unveils the secrets to unlocking your full potential through the art of inquiry. Embark on a captivating journey as you delve into the importance of asking good questions in every facet of your life. From the moment you crack open this compelling guide, you'll be transported into a world where clarity, relevance, and open-endedness become your guiding principles. Immerse yourself in the ...

Lean healthcare is the practice of applying "lean" concepts to the healthcare industry in order to reduce waste, enhance patient outcomes, and lower costs. All employees of the firm, from clinicians to operations and administrative personnel, continuously work to identify areas of waste and eliminate anything that does not create value for patients using lean concepts in healthcare. If you visit Toyota assembly plants you can see how Toyota has put all the systems and supports staff in place to ensure that the production team members on the assembly line always have the parts and the ...

Hypnotic Writing Lab: Leveraging Psychological Triggers for Persuasive Writing What if your words didn’t just tell a story but transformed how people think, feel, and respond? Hypnotic Writing Lab takes you beyond traditional storytelling, diving deep into the psychological triggers that create lasting impact. Whether you’re crafting narratives for influence, entertainment, or persuasion, this book offers the tools to captivate your audience on both conscious and subconscious levels. In this immersive guide, you’ll learn how to: Leverage Subconscious Triggers: Tap into universal human...

BORN AGAIN It was 01:00 a.m. as I knelt next to my bed, and my pounding heart felt like it was seeking a way through my throat. My brain was in overdrive, trying to process what was happening. It was decision time as I faced the crisis of faith. Do I choose eternity with God or continue a life of alcohol and drug addiction? Eternity with God or the nefarious fame and wealth of a drug dealer? What will I choose? Heaven or Hell? Hot tears make their way down my cheeks. Oh God, help me to know if you are real, and if Jesus Christ is Your Son and my Savior, show me now. Jesus, save me. I give ...

What separates ordinary managers from truly great leaders? It’s not just authority—it’s authenticity, vision, and the ability to inspire. In Lead with Purpose, you’ll uncover the essential principles that define impactful leadership. Whether you're a seasoned executive, an entrepreneur, or someone aspiring to make a difference, this book will equip you with the mindset and strategies to lead with integrity, make tough decisions, and empower those around you. 🔥 Lead with authenticity – Discover how self-awareness, emotional intelligence, and values-driven leadership create trust...

"Mastering Management: A Guide to Effective Leadership" is a comprehensive guide to becoming an effective and successful manager. The book covers a range of topics that are crucial to leadership and management, including understanding your leadership style, building trust with your team, motivating and inspiring your team, delegating responsibilities, developing team members, managing conflict resolution, time management, setting and achieving goals, building a positive work culture, performance management, and feedback, navigating change and adaptability, managing remote teams, and staying...

Looking for the tools to be seen as a positive person, especially with senior management? Positively Negative: How to Turn Negative Message into Positive Ones is your solution to becoming successful through positivity. You will learn why, when, and where you need to be positive. Most importantly, you’ll learn how to master positivity in specific situations, and the unintentional effects of using negative words when you communicate. Positively Negative outlines the best way to articulate unpleasant messages in five key opportunities when interacting with senior management: one-on-one, team...

As you journey into the realm of local government, it is crucial to first understand the intricate structure and multifaceted functions that shape the foundation of community governance. Through a comprehensive exploration, we will shed light on the mechanisms of local government, emphasizing the importance of citizen participation and the impact it has on shaping the local landscape. Local government refers to the administrative body responsible for governing a specific geographic area, typically a municipality, town, city, or county. This form of governance is essential for addressing the...

Small businesses that are built to win with M.O.D.E.L.S. follow a powerful guide for small business owners who are ready to rise above average and lead with purpose. At the heart of the book is a proven framework called M.O.D.E.L.S., representing Motivation, Organization, Discipline, Ethics, Lifelong learning, and the Strength to never give up. Each chapter explores one element of the model, offering real-world insights, tactical strategies, and inspiring success stories. Readers will learn how motivation can ignite even the most stagnant dream. They’ll discover how organization turns ...

In today's rapidly evolving business landscape, the need for a human-centered approach to work has never been more pressing. Bestselling author, professor, and consultant Dr. Jonathan H. Westover provides a comprehensive and research-backed roadmap for practitioners to cultivate purpose-driven, people-centric organizations. Diving deep into the key themes of meaning, motivation, self-awareness, strategic HR, and adaptive leadership, this book empowers readers to: Discover new ways to help their teams find purpose and meaning at work Develop self-awareness and leadership capabilities for ...

Warriors Manage Chaos by accepting and embracing unexpected opportunities and solutions arising, like the Phoenix, from deep in one’s soul. A practical no platitude spirituality road map guide to learning to be yourself! Too often fear freezes us from actively engaging in the problem. One can change this by thinking and acting like a Warrior. Only by knowing oneself can you live in the Now. This requires seeing your life situations through clear vision represented by Shiva’s Third Eye. This changes your perspective and range of options from passive indecision to active determination. ...

God is on mission to take the gospel to every man, woman, and child across the globe, and He calls every believer in Christ to partner with Him in this. But too often pastors, leaders, and missionaries carry out the work of God, while the ordinary believer is occupied or even entertained with an abundance of contemporary church programs. God’s design for each person is revealed in the Genesis creation story, where God created man to serve Him in righteousness in the mission He is carrying out across human history. Despite Adam and Eve’s disobedience, God restored righteousness in the ...

Alright, let’s get one thing straight—this isn’t your typical leadership book. I’m not here to tell you how to wear a suit and tie, how to use corporate jargon, or how to dominate the boardroom with power plays. Nope. This book is about real leadership, the kind that’s raw, honest, and, yes, completely naked. Imagine leading a community where everyone is stripped of their clothes and their societal armor. A nudist community. A place where the only thing that truly matters is the real, unvarnished version of yourself—the version that doesn’t hide behind the veil of external ...

King David’s life in the Old Testament was an incredible example of free will being lived out, for both good and evil in life and leadership. Unfortunately, the two chapters in 2 Samuel 11-12 would prove to be one of the greatest and most pivotal set of leadership failures for David. A series of selfish choices and far-reaching consequences that would not only shatter the innocence and lives of those caught up in them, but the innocence of his own heart and reputation as a man after God’s own heart. It was a death of innocence that would forever tarnish and weaken his trust as a leader ...