Leadership Development

It’s not easy going out there solo… but you can make waves in the business world when you know what it takes to thrive. Why did you set out as a solo entrepreneur? The chances are, you were ready to ditch the 9-5 and get more control over your life. You wanted more money to show for the work you do. You wanted that work to be something you care passionately about. It’s a liberating journey, full of excitement and possibility… but it also has a tough side. You might feel isolated much of the time.

Become a more effective leader by discovering the resources you already have. Pamela McLean, CEO and cofounder of the Hudson Institute for Coaching, has been at the forefront of the field for the past three decades, using clinical and organizational psychology to provide the highest-quality coaching and development training to professionals in organizations and solo practice worldwide. Now, Pamela is teaching listeners to cultivate their leadership potential through "use of self as instrument," a key dimension of developmental coaching that emphasizes the whole person.

Daniel Goleman's international best seller Emotional Intelligence forever changed our concept of "being smart," showing how emotional intelligence (EI) - how we handle ourselves and our relationships - can determine life success more than IQ. Now Goleman and company apply that knowledge to leadership in a must-hear presentation.

Clueless, a practical guide for coaching leaders and employees at all levels does a masterful job of providing a clear framework for behavior change (Enlighten, Encourage & Engage, relevant evidence-based coaching research and conceptual models as well as useful strategies and skill building exercises that coaches can directly use in their practice with clients. Each indivdiual behavior stage represents a milestone for clients to transition from successful adopters to successful maintainers of new behaviors. Not only does it help coaches learn what to do, it shows them why and how to ...

Leaders of large businesses rely on boards and their managers for guidance, but entrepreneurs like you have few, if any, experienced advisors to count on. Now, Self-Made Boss provides the community of advisors you need to help make the right decisions every time. Drawn from real-life stories directly from Square's Seller's Community, the book shows you exactly what works and what doesn't.

It turns out giving up your "right" to be offended can be one of the most freeing, healthy, simplifying, relaxing, refreshing, stress-relieving, encouraging things you can do. It's a radical, provocative idea: We're not entitled to get offended or stay angry. The idea of our own "righteous anger" is a myth. It is the number one problem in our societies today and, as Dallas Willard says, Christians have not been taught out of it. But what if Christians were the most unoffendable people on the planet?

Emotional Intelligence: A Practical Guide with Recent Methodologies for Personal Development and Professional Success Unlock the transformative power of emotional intelligence (EI) with this comprehensive guide designed for personal development and professional success. Key Features: Actionable Strategies: Discover practical techniques to enhance self-awareness, self-regulation, empathy, and social skills. Real-World Examples: Learn from real-life case studies and examples that illustrate the application of EI in various contexts. Innovative Methodologies: Explore recent methodologies such ...

Strong leaders at all levels within an organization are a requisite for business success. Yet the leadership pipeline—the internal architecture for growing leaders—is often broken or non-existent. This updated edition of the best-selling The Leadership Pipeline has been revised to help address the challenges of today’s business environment. Anchored in experience, it offers a tested model for planning leadership succession and development that has proven to get results.

In this offbeat approach to leadership, college president Steven B. Sample - the man who turned the University of Southern California into one of the most respected and highly rated universities in the country - challenges many conventional teachings on the subject. Here, Sample outlines an iconoclastic style of leadership that flies in the face of current leadership thought, but a style that unquestionably works, nevertheless.

Do you think mainstream America needs to find its voice? If so, you’re not alone. The country is under attack by extremists at the fringes who put ideology before sanity and stoke division for their own gain. They are trying to rob America of its common sense and deny empirical truths, and we’re all suffering the consequences.

This book is about spiritual formation and the development of ministerial leaders. The book’s approach assumes that, in Christian churches and other religious institutions, the person in charge must not only serve as the administrator, manager, supervisor, and leader but also must take on a transcendent role that is not so well defined. Effective ministerial leaders diligently seek to connect with their virtuous leadership attributes. They consistently strive to cultivate their spiritual fruit, engage in spiritual disciplines, and tap into their prevalent spiritual types and styles. In ...

Elevate the Debate helps researchers of all types more effectively communicate their work in any number of areas, from traditional news outlets to the new media platforms of the digital age. After listening to this book, you will be inspired and equipped to use traditional and digital media environments to your advantage. This real-world guide helps you present your data-driven research with greater clarity, coherence, and impact.

Are You Called to Apostolic Ministry? Don’t Ignore the Fire Burning Within You! What if the very reason you feel restless in your spiritual walk is that God is calling you to something greater—an apostolic mandate that will change lives, shift atmospheres, and establish His Kingdom? Many believers sense a divine pull toward a higher calling but struggle to understand, embrace, or walk in it. Could you be one of them? Step into Your Apostolic Calling with Confidence and Clarity The apostolic ministry isn’t just about titles—it’s about divine commission, supernatural authority, and ...

A Stage 1 business is in a unique phase. With only 1-10 employees, each person is critical to the success of the enterprise. Profit is the first priority, and the organization must be confident overall, with a leader who casts and executes on a strong vision, coaches employees to develop their potential, and pushes through chaos with decisive decision making. This book concisely presents the research-based rules for growth that will guide a business owner through the challenges of running a Stage 1 business. The chapters are based on the unique dimensions of the Stages of Growth methodology...

In today's world, it is more important than ever to be mindful of our impact on society and the environment. As individuals, we have the power to make a difference and create positive change. Advocating for social causes and environmental sustainability not only benefits the planet, but it also helps us become better people, leaders, and managers. This guide has provided you with valuable insights and practical advice to help you become a better person, leader, or manager. The choice to embark on this journey towards personal growth is in your hands. Embrace it wholeheartedly, and let your ...

The Quiet Legacy Series – Book Two What if your brand wasn’t just a marketing tool but a leadership act? Building Brands and Inspiring Futures is a bold, insightful guide for executives, entrepreneurs, and thought leaders who are ready to align their personal brand with their deeper purpose. In this second volume of the Quiet Legacy Series, Candace Sinclair helps you uncover the voice, values, and vision that shape how others experience your leadership and your legacy. Whether you’re launching a new initiative or repositioning your message, you’ll find frameworks, real-world case ...

In The Art of Self-Leadership: Discover the Power Within You and Learn to Lead Yourself, celebrated workplace culture and employee engagement expert Heather R. Younger delivers an exciting and practical discussion of how to develop an entirely new mindset around personal advocacy and self-leadership. You'll learn how to take control of the workplace experience and set expectations up front about relationships.

What happens when three powerhouse women get together for a candid late-night conversation about the challenges of launching and scaling a business? Destiny unfolds, and a movement of female empowerment begins to take shape. Be…is our labor of love to you. It’s a collaborative synergy of wisdom from our individual journeys to success, paired with stories from women who courageously overcame personal and professional challenges in life and business. Change starts with a deliberate shedding of our self-limiting beliefs.

The Theory of Constraints (TOC) has been successfully applied in almost every area of human endeavor. And while Eli Goldratt is indeed a scientist, an educator and a business leader, he is first and foremost a philosopher. He is a thinker who provokes others to do the same. Dr. Goldratt exhorts his readers to examine and reassess their lives and business practices by cultivating a different perspective. In his latest book, The Choice, Goldratt once again presents his thought provoking approach.

Looking to kickstart your career, find your dream job and accelerate your career progression, become a Global Industry leader and retire into wealth not a pension? Climbing the Corporate Ladder is the book for you. In this compelling self-help book, Fene Osakwe begins by disabusing the reader's mind of mentalities that can limit their potential in their corporate pursuits. Next, he shares practical, easy-to-digest knowledge for career growth using interesting stories and examples from his career journey. The nuggets shared herein are tried and trusted. Not only have they produced consistent...