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When “Transformation” Turns Toxic After nearly twenty years inside a popular self-help organization, Anne Peterson finally confronted the big lie behind the transformative work she believed in. What she had taught as empowerment, it turned out, was also being used to exploit. In this raw and gritty memoir, Anne unpacks her heartbreaking journey from starry-eyed idealist to disillusioned leader. She grapples with picking up the pieces after the leaders she trusted betrayed her. Most importantly, Anne shares hard-won lessons on spotting and stopping spiritual abuse in high-control groups....

Humor has been related to a number of positive effects when used by leaders: improved morale among workers, enhanced group cohesiveness, and even a positive impact on larger organizational outcomes. This book addresses how humor can be used to enhance leadership effectiveness with an emphasis on improved communication and team building. Guidelines for the use of humor are discussed emphasizing the importance of appropriate humor and educating staff on the dangers of using inappropriate humor. The role of humor in empowerment is discussed as are humor strategies and habits leaders can ...

When it comes to major crime, many of us know the stories of the most notorious bank robbers and jewel thieves. But what if I told you that some of these stories wouldn't put a dent in the money stolen in some of the biggest accounting frauds of all time? However, there is much less information available on these major crimes despite the large sums of money involved and the intriguing story behind them. That is, until now. Introducing The Great Accounting Frauds, a must-read for anyone interested in learning more about these highly complex and fascinating crimes and the common theme that ...

Ronald Reagan was elected to the presidency to lead a dispirited nation that had lost its way. How he reversed America's decline--and, in the process, changed the course of history--is an inspiration to leaders everywhere. This remarkable book gives you the keys to the leadership practices of one of the most consequential leaders of our time. This edition is updated for the Reagan Centennial, with a powerful foreword by legendary management thought leader Tom Peters, as well as a new readers’ note. 'Reagan on Leadership' equips you to achieve your highest level of service--and leadership-...

Unlock the pathway to exceptional leadership and personal growth with 'Emotional Intelligence Assessment & Coaching' by Dr. Marcus Mottley. This transformative guide is your key to unlocking the full spectrum of benefits that can come from harnessing emotional intelligence (EI) in your leadership journey. By delving into the world of EQ assessment and coaching, you'll uncover a treasure trove of benefits awaiting you. Discover how assessing your emotional intelligence can provide invaluable insights into your leadership strengths and areas for growth, setting the stage for targeted coaching...

Finalist in the Business Book of the Year 2024 awards! The CPO role has finally taken its rightful place on the Executive Committee and people management is recognised as a true differentiator of success for modern organisations. However, CPOs face a challenge. In a world of increasing regulation and litigation, and with greater expectations than ever of how organisations should support their people, the role risks being overwhelmed. Managers are drowning under the weight of people-related tasks, while staff demand ever more from their workplace. CEOs and Boards need everything done ...

If You Want to Reduce stress, and Increase Joy with The Buddhist philosophy, Then Keep Reading… What is the essence of Buddha’s teachings? What is the difference between awakening and enlightenment? How do I maximize good karma? How can I deal with fear, worry, and depression? How can I make meditation work for me? These are just some of the burning questions that most people often ask when it comes to Buddhism. In a nutshell, Buddhism is all about living a more peaceful, mindful, and satisfying life. However, despite its popularity, Buddhism is still misunderstood by the public. In ...

Ready to make money while you sleep? This groundbreaking guide reveals how to harness the power of artificial intelligence to create sustainable passive income streams. Whether you're new to AI or an experienced entrepreneur, this book provides step-by-step strategies for leveraging cutting-edge tools to automate your income and maximize your earning potential. Discover how to: Identify the most lucrative AI-driven opportunities. Build scalable income streams with minimal effort. Automate your business processes to save time and boost profits. Stay ahead in the evolving AI economy. Packed ...

Grow Your Spine & Manage Abrasive Leadership Behavior: A Guide for Those Who Manage Bosses Who Bully shows managers how to fearlessly manage bosses who behave badly, ensuring a psychologically safe workplace. Abrasive leaders rub their coworkers the wrong way, with behaviors ranging from mild offense to open attack. Their bullying behaviors cause interpersonal friction that grates on subordinates, peers, and often superiors, eroding motivation and disrupting the smooth flow of work. They can inflict deep wounds and intense suffering on employees, who find themselves unwillingly relegated to...

Are you a leader looking to navigate some of life’s toughest challenges and emerge stronger, wiser, and more resilient? This book addresses the storms of leadership you face daily, providing you with the tools and insights to overcome them and lead with resilience. Whether you're in the military, corporate world, or any leadership role, this book will speak directly to you, offering wisdom drawn from real-world experiences and hard-earned lessons. This book helps you understand and tackle the inevitable setbacks in leadership, offering practical solutions and real-world examples to turn ...

"The Spirit of Evolutionary Leadership" by Ammanuel Santa Anna is a transformative guide that blends ancient wisdom with modern leadership strategies. This insightful book explores how field theory and resonance can elevate your leadership style, creating a more empathetic, effective, and fulfilling approach to guiding teams and organizations. Santa Anna draws on his extensive experience in mysticism, energy healing, and executive coaching to offer practical techniques for developing emotional intelligence, achieving work-life balance, and cultivating a unique leadership presence. Through ...

A book for recruiters of all types and levels, whether in corporate roles or in a recruiting firm. The content includes theory, tips and actual practitioners advice on stakeholder interviews, coaching candidates and clients, consultative questions, empathy, EQ & trusted advisorship.

Haunting the CEO is a leadership book written in a suspense-filled, entertaining story format. It tells the story of a CIO, Brian Kagey, who has failed as a CIO...and is about to fail again. He is introduced to a mentor who guides him through a journey of self-discovery, learning what it means to be a true leader. Readers are quickly pulled into the characters and storyline, feeling Brian's struggle while also gaining new leadership insights along the way. And the book is more than a leadership tale, it provides implementable ideas and strategies for CEOs, CIOs and other business leaders. ...

School principals and leaders must have a specific vision and mindset to implement multi-tiered systems of support successfully. Leading School-wide PBIS provides the fundamentals of implementation of School-wide Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (SWPBIS), a systems-approach consisting of three tiers to meet the needs of all students. Are you a school principal launching a SWPBIS Tier 1, 2, or 3 initiative? Do you need to know where to start with SWPBIS? Have you started already but need to re-establish commitment to the vision of meeting the needs of all students? Leading School...

Conquer the Nurse Executive Exam (NE-BC): Your Guide to ANCC Certification in Nurse Leadership and Administration provides a focused, high-level overview of essential leadership topics for nurses preparing for the NE-BC exam. This guide is not intended to be a comprehensive textbook. Instead, it is designed to supplement more detailed study materials by helping readers concentrate on the foundational principles, leadership domains, and real-world applications most relevant to nurse executive practice. The book includes accessible explanations of core content areas such as strategic planning...

Unlock the secrets to successful Community Association Management with "Mastering Community Association Management: A Guide to Effective Board Meetings." In this comprehensive guide, Lilith Blasko, a seasoned expert in community leadership, provides an invaluable resource for community association managers, board members, and anyone involved in the intricate world of community governance. This book is a roadmap for navigating the challenges and opportunities that arise in the dynamic realm of community associations. From understanding the legal framework to cultivating a positive community ...

Book Description Unlock the secrets to a commanding presence with "How To Be Intimidating: Strategies for Commanding Respect." This transformative guide dives deep into the art of cultivating an aura that not only demands attention but also fosters respect and authority in every interaction. Why You Should Buy This Book: [✔] Build Confidence: Learn how to exude confidence through your posture, speech, and actions, transforming how you are perceived and how you perceive yourself. [✔] Enhance Communication Skills: Master the art of clear and assertive communication to articulate your ...

The Fundamental Five: The Formula for Quality Instruction, shares with teachers and school leaders the five practices that every teacher can, and should, use to dramatically improve instuctional rigor and relevance, and student performance. E. Don Brown, a past president of the National Association of Secondary School Principals states, "In a time when both institutions and individuals in education are universally being challenged to ‘do more with less,’ we find two fresh new voices [Cain and Laird] ready to take the challenge by delving into the idea that it is the small changes in ...

Quantum physics has revealed that objects can exist in more than one location simultaneously, even though the objects are invisible to us in all but one location, that is, parallel universes exist. This is most blatantly revealed in the mind shattering 'double-slit' experiment and is at the core of what is called 'the measurement problem,' in quantum physics. The results are startling, but this is what the science is clearly showing. It is human awareness that causes matter to fix into a single position, and reveal a single reality. The science is showing that at every moment we become ...

Our confidence, our motivation, the ability to utilize the discipline so necessary in the tough times is not something we routinely address during the good times. We are caught, flat footed, in a moment destined to change our lives. It becomes difficult to assert ourselves as the leaders of our families without the purpose driven self understanding that is discussed in this book. At length and in detail. If you are seeking to reclaim purpose, passion, and vision to move beyond the current threshold of you life, this book is for you.