The Art of Winning Commitment by Dick Richards

The Art of Winning Commitment: 10 Ways Leaders Can Engage Minds, Hearts, and Spirits by Dick Richards


About the Book:-

Hardcover: 212 pages
Publisher: AMACOM Div American Mgmt Assn, 2004
ISBN: 0814407854, 9780814407851

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Table of Contents:-

Acknowledgments

Introduction: Democracy, Leadership, and Commitment

Chapter 1: Commitment and Change

Part 1: Winning Intellectual Commitment

Chapter 2: Insight

Chapter 3: Vision

Chapter 4: Storytelling

Chapter 5: Mobilizing

Part 2: Winning Emotional Commitment

Chapter 6: Self-Awareness

Chapter 7: Emotional Engagement

Chapter 8: Fostering Hope

Part 3: Winning Spiritual Commitment

Chapter 9: Rendering Significance

Chapter 10: Enacting Beliefs

Chapter 11: Centering

Chapter 12: Towering Conclusions and Further Strategies

Resources

Index

About the Author

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About the Book

Leadership theories abound. Any given year sees dozens of new books revealing the leadership secrets of well-known executives, with the promise that these same approaches can transform your business into a comparable powerhouse. And while the profits and market shares of those organizations are admirable and worth striving for, your company is unique. Your mission is unique. Your people are unique. In short, what works for "everybody" may not work for you. As a leader, then, you've got to find new, better ways to win the minds, hearts, and spirits of your people. They are skilled and dedicated professionals, but they are also something more, and it takes something bigger, deeper than standard-issue business leadership to engage them fully. The Art of Winning Commitment supplies a fresh perspective. It breaks free of the usual formula of presenting case studies and best practices from the insular world of business. Instead, the book looks outside the realm of business -- to education, religion, the military, politics, social services, the arts, and more -- for its potent, original leadership ideas. Based on in-depth interviews with an eclectic group of 20 thoughtful, articulate, and successful leaders, The Art of Winning Commitment identifies ten crucial competencies leaders must master to win extraordinary commitment from others and inspire them to devote their energy to a common purpose. By covering the full spectrum of intellectual, emotional, and spiritual aspects of leadership, The Art of Winning Commitment will help you achieve a deeper and more profound level of commitment than you ever thought possible.

About the author (2004)

Dick Richards (Phoenix, AZ) is the author of Artful Work. He has consulted for business, social service, health care, and educational organizations.

Our Country's Founders by William J Bennett

• Hardcover: 300 pages
• Publisher: Broadman & Holman Pub (September 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0805416005
• ISBN-13: 978-0805416008

Review

School Library JournalThis volume will provide material for reports and primary sources on the principles and ideas that are our national heritage. -- Review --This text refers to the Paperback edition.

Product Description

Encouraged by the thousands of young Americans who enjoyed The Book of Virtues for Young People, William J. Bennett returns with an inspiring collection of wisdom from the men and women who founded our great nation. On that hot July day in 1776 when our forefathers pledged "our lives, our fortunes, and our sacred honor" to establishing a free country, they started a revolution based on fundamental values such as patriotism, love, civility, education, industry, justice, and piety. The advice offered by the Founders on these values still rings true for young people today.
In speeches, letters, poems, and articles, the words and deeds of the brave men and women of the Revolution reveal the basic principles of how to be a good American. Witness the courage of George Washington crossing the Delaware. Enjoy the expression of true love between John and Abigail Adams. Feel the great bond of friendship between Madison and Jefferson. And take to heart the lessons on education and frugality of Benjamin Franklin.
Drawn from the best-selling adult book Our Sacred Honor, this adapted version includes new selections, plus important documents such as the Constitution and Declaration of Independence; a time line; and biographical notes on our revolutionary forefathers. Our Country's Founders provides all the background needed to appreciate these timeless lessons and advice from America's founders. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

About the Author

William J. Bennett served as Director of the Office of National Drug Control Policy under President George H. W. Bush and as Secretary of Education and Chairman of the National Endowment for the Humanities under President Reagan. He holds a bachelor of arts degree in philosophy from Williams College, a doctorate in political philosophy from the University of Texas, and a law degree from Harvard. He is the author of such bestselling books as The Educated Child, The Death of Outrage, The Book of Virtues, and the two-volume seriesAmerica: The Last Best Hope. Dr. Bennett is the host of the nationally syndicated radio show Bill Bennett's Morning in America. He is also the Washington Fellow of the Claremont Institute and a regular contributor to CNN. He, his wife, Elayne, and their two sons, John and Joseph, live in Maryland.

Paul Volcker: The Making of a Financial Legend by Joseph B. Treaster

Paul Volcker: The Making of a Financial Legend by Joseph B. Treaster


About the Book:-
Hardcover, 244 pages,
Publisher: Wiley, John & Sons, Incorporated, Aug 2005

ISBN-13: 9780471735861
ISBN: 0471735868

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Table of Contents:-

Foreword
Chapter 1 A finance legend
Chapter 2 Seventy-six
Chapter 3 The power of the Fed
Chapter 4 Chairman
Chapter 5 Youth
Chapter 6 School days
Chapter 7 Hardship
Chapter 8 Difficult choices
Chapter 9 The fallout
Chapter 10 Fly-fishing
Epilogue
Bibliography
Notes
Acknowledgments
Index

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Synopsis (2005)

Paul Volcker is a living legend of finance. He has established himself as one of the world’s most influential economic thinkers and is regarded as both a figure of integrity and an instinctive leader who–throughout his career–has invariably done what he has thought was right, regardless of the consequences. Volcker is that rare financial titan who never sought to amass great personal wealth. Throughout his career, it is evident that he had no greater goal than doing the best job he could in the public interest, leading organizations from both the public and private sector to seek out his advice when crises of confidence arose.

Written by award-winning New York Times journalist Joseph B. Treaster, Paul Volcker: The Making of a Financial Legend takes you through the most compelling moments of Volcker’s fifty years in finance and public service–documenting his days as one of the most powerful voices in America as chairman of the Federal Reserve, as well as his more recent endeavors, including a mission to revive the Arthur Andersen accounting firm and efforts to recover billions in lost savings of Holocaust victims from Swiss banks.

From public politics to private business, this masterful book examines the ethical, economic, and moral dilemmas Volcker faced at every turn. Compelling moments captured within these pages include Volcker’s:

Early days as a young Treasury Department official during the Nixon years and his leading role as Treasury Department undersecretary in ending the Bretton Woods system

Appointment as president of the New York Federal Reserve Bank

Tenure as chairman of the Federal Reserve from 1979 to 1987–through the Carter and Reagan administrations

Role as chairman of the investment firm James D. Wolfensohn, Inc.

Campaigns for change in corporate governance and accounting

Weaving together anecdotes and analysis in an action-oriented narrative, Paul Volcker: The Making of a Financial Legend is an engaging account of how one man achieved results that ultimately improved the lives of millions of Americans and continues to influence the worlds of business and finance.

Foreign Affairs (2005)

Paul Volcker has become an American icon-if not in every bar, at least in the worlds of politics, business, and finance. This short, readable biography covers not only his public life at the U.S. Treasury and the Federal Reserve Bank of New York and as chairman of the Federal Reserve System's Board of Governors, but also his little-known childhood and family life. One of the dramatic public events covered is the "Nixon shock" of 1971, when the United States dropped its commitment to convert dollars into gold on request by foreign central banks and negotiated a devaluation of the dollar. (Volcker was the key deputy to Treasury Secretary John Connolly.) Another is the switch, soon after President Jimmy Carter's appointment of Volcker as chairman of the Federal Reserve in 1979, to a stiff anti-inflation policy, which provoked mixed reactions during the painful period of disinflation but earned Volcker lasting respect after it was over. In addition to providing a flattering portrait of a dedicated public servant, Treaster offers an informative, nontechnical glimpse at how the Federal Reserve works.

About the Author (2005)

JOSEPH B. TREASTER has been a reporter for the New York Times for more than thirty years. He has received numerous journalism awards for his work domestically and internationally, including three from the Overseas Press Club of America for his work in Africa and Latin America

The Six Value Medals: The Essential Tool for Success in the 21st Century by Edward de Bono

The Six Value Medals: The Essential Tool for Success in the 21st Century by Edward de Bono

About the Book:-

Paperback: 176 pages
Publisher: Vermilion (March 3, 2005)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 009189459X
ISBN-13: 978-0091894597


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Synopsis

An inventive framework for making sound business decisions.

Corporate decision-making requires a radical overhaul. Analysis and judgment are no longer enough because it’s often a clash of values that causes disputes and conflicts. This groundbreaking book from a world authority on creative thinking provides a basis for values assessment — an essential tool in corporate decision-making in the new century.

De Bono demonstrates how values affect all areas of thinking, and outlines a framework to focus employees’ attention on a variety of values including human, organizational, cultural and perceptual values.

About the Author

Edward de Bono is the author of more than 60 books and the creator of the concept of “Lateral Thinking.” His business methods are currently taught by more than 900 trainers in 28 countries around the world and are used by such leading corporations as IBM, Motorola, and Prudential.

Common Sense Business By Steve Gottry

Common Sense Business: Starting, Operating, and Growing Your Small Business--In Any Economy! - Hardcover (July 26, 2005) by Steve Gottry


Hardcover: 368 pages
Publisher: HarperBusiness (July 26, 2005)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0060778385
ISBN-13: 978-0060778385

From Publishers Weekly


Joining the unofficial club of marketing communications experts who write books after years of running their own business, Gottry- coauthor of The On-Time, On-Target Manager-presents a practical, confessional volume of advice for small business management. The twist: readers can learn from mistakes Gottry made running his Minneapolis-based ad agency and video production firm, which failed spectacularly after a 22-year run. (He now heads another business, a "content creation" company called Priority Multimedia Group.) Gottry's analysis of his earlier failure, against the backdrop of what he did right when founding and building his business, distinguishes this volume from the pack. In clear, direct prose with an inspirational tone, Gottry's advice is as well organized as it is well intended. From implementation to growth, to preservation and evolution, to downsizing, he includes specific how-to's, which explain, for example, ways to prioritize bills for payment when cash is tight (e.g. pay the lawyers last). But as he periodically revisits his big fall from grace, he dwells a bit too longingly on his personal losses (the 'corporate' Mercedes, boat and plane). Though the occasional preachy sermon against bigotry and materialism also distracts from his practical advice, Gottry still effectively communicates his main message: watch your receivables, not the instrument panels that guide your expensive toys. 
Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.


From Booklist


In 1993 Gottry's award-winning advertising company was on a roll, when suddenly clients started falling away in droves. As his professional and personal life crumbled around him, his business failed--but rather than declare bankruptcy, Gottry worked for eight years to pay back his debts. The lessons he learned were formulated into the basis of this book, which can help the small-business owner set his or her priorities and avoid the pitfalls that many young entrepreneurs make. Gottry guides the reader through the six stages of the small-business "life cycle," from dreaming and planning through the practical stages of implementation and growth. He advises on how to capitalize on your own personal strengths in relation to employees, customers, and vendors. He also shows how to structure your day, remain sane, and keep your business alive without drowning in it and becoming a workaholic. There are lots of books on starting a business out there, but few that are this concise and straightforward. David Siegfried
Copyright © American Library Association. All rights reserved


Review
"A reality-based, down-to-earth, optimistically -sound, practical why and how-to approach to business success…" -- Zig Ziglar, motivational speaker and bestselling author


"Small business men and women should read and reread this book. It’s an eye-opener!"
-- John W. MacEachern Founder and former CEO (Retired) Offshore Maintenance 


"The section on marketing and advertising alone is well worth the price of the book!" -- Elaine Ralls, President, HMI Marketing & Advertising, Tempe, AZ


"This is essential information for anyone who dreams of starting his or her own business--and staying in business. " -- Kathy Player, EdD Dean, Ken Blanchard College of Business Grand Canyon University


About the Book


Do you own or plan to own a small business?
Do you work for a small business and desire to better understand your boss?
Do you know someone who owns a business and wants to be stronger, more focused, and more successful?
This is the book for you.


The truth is that many business books offer a lot of wonderful sounding theories, but they have little practical application in the real world of small business. Common Sense Business is full of life-and-death ideas. Follow Steve Gottry's advice and your business will live and thrive. Ignore it and your business could founder or die. Benefit from Gottry's experience as an entrepreneur who grew a hugely successful media agency, experienced a harrowing business failure, then rebounded with a new business and a fresh start on life.


Common Sense Business tells you how to succeed throughout every phase of the small business life cycle -- from starting to operating, growing, and even closing down a business. No matter the state of the economy or the maturity of your business, you will find winning solutions to the questions and situations you face every day. Steve Gottry will help you understand yourself; your employees, customers, and vendors; and how people come together to form a successful business. You will learn how to maximize your business's assets and how to ward off those threats that could eat away at your resources and peace of mind, including debt, sloppiness, addiction, and fear. Warm, honest, funny, and factual, entrepreneur Steve Gottry tells the whole truth about successfully managing a business through good times and bad.


About the Author


Steve Gottry is the owner of Priority Multimedia Group, Inc., a content creation company that develops films, videos, books, and marketing materials. Gottry and his firm have won a number of awards, including three Silver Microphones for radio and awards from the International Advertising Festival for direct mail and film. He lives in Phoenix, Arizona.

Monster Careers: How to Land the Job of Your Life

Product Description

Monster founder Jeff Taylor, with former editor-in-chief Doug Hardy, has written an upbeat, inspirational, and indispensable guide to getting the job you want in the new world of work. Rich with real-world advice from recruiters, career counselors, human resource professionals, and successful Monster members who share their job- hunting expertise, Monster Careers provides a step-by-step plan for carrying out a super- charged job search—from exploring new career options to writing job-winning resumes and cover letters, to mastering the interview and negotiating a job offer. A practical and passionate guide for any stage of your career, whether you’re a seasoned professional or a recent graduate, Monster Careers is poised to become the uncontested job search authority. --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

About the Author

Jeff Taylor is the founder and chief monster of the world’s leading careers Web site, Monster.com. A visionary leader in both the Internet and careers industries, he is a frequent speaker at universities and high-level business conferences. Doug Hardy, a certified job and career transition coach, was the editor-in-chief of Monster. 

The Loyalty Advantage: Essential Steps to Energize Your Company, Your Customers, Your Brand by Dianne M. Durkin

About the Book:-
Hardcover: 240 pages
Publisher: AMACOM (April 22, 2005)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0814408176
ISBN-13: 978-0814408179

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Editorial Reviews
Product Description
Though it may not be obvious, customer satisfaction and brand loyalty are directly connected to the passion and energy of an organization's employees. In The Loyalty Advantage, readers will learn how to create a loyalty-driven company and how to direct company culture and leadership to develop widespread employee enthusiasm. The book demonstrates how in-house dedication to employees translates naturally into superior customer service, which then creates brand loyalty.
Filled with practical tips and proven strategies, the book shows readers how to: 
* create an environment that inspires passion for the brand and company loyalty 
* encourage employees to help craft and become invested in the company's vision and values 
* translate organizational values into superior products, customer service, and corporate profits


Using proven methods, The Loyalty Advantage shows how to create allegiance and translate it into bottom-line results.


Book Description
"Though it may not be obvious, customer satisfaction and brand loyalty are directly connected to the passion and energy of an organization's employees. In The Loyalty Advantage, readers will learn how to create a loyalty-driven company and how to direct company culture and leadership to develop widespread employee enthusiasm. The book demonstrates how in-house dedication to employees translates naturally into superior customer service, which then creates brand loyalty.


Filled with practical tips and proven strategies, the book shows readers how to:
* create an environment that inspires passion for the brand and company loyalty
* encourage employees to help craft and become invested in the company's vision and values
* translate organizational values into superior products, customer service, and corporate profits


Using proven methods, The Loyalty Advantage shows how to create allegiance and translate it into bottom-line results."