Leadership Growth

In a world driven by urgency, noise, and competing voices, the Enneagram 9 leader offers a rare and powerful gift: calm, steady presence. Often called “The Peacemaker,” the Type Nine is wired for unity, relational harmony, and seeing all sides—but this unique wiring can also come with a cost: avoiding conflict, minimizing their voice, and shrinking back from decisive leadership. The Enneagram 9 Leader invites Nines to rise into their strength without losing their softness. This transformative leadership guide is more than a personality book—it’s a toolbox for growth, clarity, and ...

Why does a contented, satisfied life feel so evasive? What deep hungers drive the reckless purchasing habits, out of control accumulation, and crazy consumer lifestyle for so many of us? And why are we often driven more by what our neighbors own than what will truly make us happy? For many in the recent economic financial crisis a series of lifestyle adjustments became necessary as hours were slashed at work and paychecks diminished. Vacations were simplified or canceled, even important purchases had to be delayed and any extras were put on hold.

What exactly is kingdom discipleship? Kingdom discipleship is not simply attending weekly church gatherings, or being a good Christian, or merely reading your Bible and being consistent in your prayer life, or hiding behind your good works, but rather demonstrating and exemplifying Christ in you and Christ through everything you do. Are you doing the Lord’s business until He comes? And Jesus said to them, “Why did you seek Me? Did you not know that I must be about My Father’s business?” Luke 2:46 “True kingdom disciples never graduate from the school of discipleship; rather, they ...

From the streets of Florida to the roar of the football field, Scatman Timmons is more than just a name — it’s a movement of purpose, perseverance, and faith. In this raw and inspiring biography, Kevin L. Timmons tells the true story of a young athlete who overcame adversity, broke barriers, and became a symbol of hope and leadership. Battling poverty, doubt, and pressure, Scatman leaned on grit, prayer, and the unshakable belief that God had a plan for his life. This book takes you deep into the heart of Scatman’s journey: His early days fighting to be seen The defining moment in ...

For five hard years Christian leader Kevin Myers struggled personally and professionally. But it was during that time that God pointed out where he was going wrong and showed him the biblical pattern for living. It proceeded to transform his life, leadership, ministry, and relationships. During that time John Maxwell also became his mentor.

Tatyana Bakalchuk is a self-made Russian billionaire entrepreneur and the founder of Wildberries, Russia’s largest online retailer. Born in 1975 and originally a school teacher, she launched Wildberries from her Moscow apartment in 2004 while on maternity leave, aiming to simplify online shopping for Russian consumers. With no prior business background or outside investment, she built a retail empire rooted in customer trust, operational discipline, and quiet innovation. Known for her low profile and data-driven leadership, Tatyana has become one of the world’s richest women, and a ...

Mind Over Matter: Leading with Trust, Building Positivity, and Believing in Your Best Future is a powerful and practical guide for anyone looking to thrive in their personal and professional lives. In this deeply personal and uplifting book, Winsome Campbell shares her journey of overcoming negativity, fostering trust, and transforming her mindset in the face of workplace challenges. With relatable experiences and pivotal moments of unexpected support, Winsome demonstrates how a shift in perspective can turn obstacles into opportunities for growth. Packed with practical strategies, ...

The context for this project is Webb Grove African Methodist Episcopal (AME) Church located in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. The problems in this context are the spirit of death, defeat, and discouragement as a result of a congregational merger, relocation, and the building of a new sanctuary. The hypothesis utilizes a qualitative approach of pre- and post-tests, surveys, and an ethnographic cultural study to determine the intervention’s effectiveness. A qualitative methodology identifies issues of unity in the church. Bible studies, sermon series, focus groups, and congregational wellness ...

We have a leadership problem, and we all know it. When we look at our churches, we see two glaring problems: a lack of qualified leaders, and a general mistrust of leadership as a response to sinful leadership. But churches need leaders. What do we do? The answer is in The Leadership Formula.

Many of us as women feel conflicted about Jesus’s calling on our lives because a woman trying to love God beyond her heart and soul, with her mind and strength, can be thought of as crossing some line or unspoken boundary. Bible teacher Kat Armstrong challenges us to ask, “Why am I allowing limitations on my pursuit of Jesus’s calling?”

Annie Hyman Pratt's family business, The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf, consisted of 7 domestic "mom and pop shops" when she took it over. In just 7 years' time she scaled it by more than 1x, turning it into an international brand of 7+ stores before leading the company through a highly successful sale. Two decades later, Annie Pratt is a top-tier business consultant whose client list of 5+ companies and entrepreneurs includes Hay House, Jeff Walker, Gabrielle Bernstein, Susan Peirce Thompson, Erico Rocha, and Christian Mickelsen.

In 1991, WSFS Financial Corporation (WSFS Bank) was inches from being closed forever. Today, at over 190 years old, WSFS is the leading independent bank serving the greater Philadelphia and Delaware region with a local presence and national subsidiaries. From Failing to Phenomenal is the nail-biting story of that journey— a behind-the-scenes look at events that have never been shared publicly. Authored by Marvin 'Skip' Schoenhals, retired Chairman, President, and CEO of WSFS Financial Corporation, with substantial assistance from Brittany Kriegstein, a professional journalist based in New...

Businesses, organizations and society-at-large are all subject to unforeseeable events and incidents that often have a dramatic impact upon prosperity and profit. Due to their unpredictable nature, business leaders and executive teams are unable to prepare for these specific events. But, through innovation, strategizing and an open-minded approach, they can restructure their organization and practices in order to mitigate (or even take advantage of) the impact of such events.

In Growth Hacking: Silicon Valley's Best Kept Secret, growth consultants Raymond Fong and Chad Riddersen deconstruct the phenomenon used by Silicon Valley's fast growing tech elite, growth hacking. Raymond and Chad's framework, the ASP™, is an easy to understand blueprint that empowers any business to apply growth hacking.

Renowned leadership consultant Samuel R. Chand details the account of the construction of the Panama Canal and draws parallels between it and successful leadership methodology.

At its best, business is both purposeful and profitable, dynamic and gainful, commercial and rewarding. Far from being opposites, good business and good behavior go hand-in-hand, and biblical principles can align with best practices. In Wisdom-Based Business, marketing and supply-chain professor Hannah J. Stolze draws principles from the Bible's wisdom literature and from evidence-based research to create a framework for business that is oriented toward excellence and sustainability.

The greatest challenge of any start-up and growth company is the transition from an early stage start up to a robust organization complete with a driving culture, contemporary leadership, organizational infrastructure and twenty-first-century operating methodologies. Ralf Specht provides inspiration, wisdom, and learnings gleaned from his role and experience in creating and scaling Spark 44, a Jaguar Land Rover joint venture from concept to an award-winning global marketing communications company with well over a thousand employees in eighteen countries in a few short years.

Much can be (and has been) written and said about Church Growth, and the Church Assimilation processes. My intention, in this book, is not to overwhelm you with the details of either of these two topics, but, rather, to give you a basic, workable, strategy that you will be able to build upon and customize to your own church, and culture. Church Growth is certainly important; especially to the heart of God. Nevertheless, if most of the people coming in your “front door” are very soon afterwards exiting through your “back door”, there will be very little, if any, church growth (more ...

Success in business growth is not just about numbers but about awakening ambition in the most ordinary moments. Readers will discover how to spot opportunities where others see only obstacles and learn to build strong foundations that weather any storm. The journey continues with practical strategies for mastering adaptation in a rapidly changing world. When setbacks arise, the book reveals how to transform them into secret advantages that fuel progress. It explores the power of creating meaningful connections that ignite innovative thinking and collaboration. Leadership takes center stage ...

Unlocking Business Growth is your essential toolkit for navigating the complexities of expanding your enterprise with confidence and precision. Dive into a strategic exploration designed to transform burgeoning potential into realized success. This comprehensive guide begins with the foundational importance of understanding and cultivating growth potential, emphasizing strategic planning as the backbone of any robust expansion endeavor. Discover how to define and communicate your business’s core values, ensuring they align seamlessly with your growth goals. Learn the art of strategic ...