Meetings are widely regarded as a source of frustration and inconvenience. People say they are trapped in too many meetings, and for too long. They complain they are time-wasting events that divert us from our core tasks, leaving us feeling drained and unproductive.How about you-do you despise meetings?Andrew Martin proudly considers himself a meeting contrarian. Unlike most people, he loves meetings. However, not just any meeting, well-managed meetings that serve as a catalyst for success. Andrew's colleagues jokingly refer to him as the "meeting whisperer," because great meeting management is his passion and expertise.Andrew's easy-to-read primer on leading meetings is full of advice you wished you'd already known. But it's never too late! Inside the page of this book, you'll learn: How to get more out of people during meetings.Effective steps to navigating conflict.The importance of creating meeting agendas.Why you should define the purpose for every meeting.How to decide who to invite.Andrew Martin is the founder and CEO of Six Figure Dinners, and the co-owner of JARA Ventures, a venture capital firm in Houston, Texas, where he also owned Menchie's Frozen Yogurt restaurants throughout the city. Andrew earned his MBA from UCLA Anderson School of Management.
Are you ready to turn your BIG idea into a reality? Today, Carlos Fernandes stands as a testament that great innovations and organizations spring from a single, audacious idea. But when he and his family left Portugal to immigrate to the United States of America, he had no idea of the adventures that awaited him. From an illiterate schoolboy on the streets of New Jersey to a cadet and soldier to a successful trailblazer in business, Carlos has achieved what many can only dream of - creating and scaling multiple successful ventures from the ground up. Through the pages of this book, Carlos draws from his own triumphs and setbacks to offer real-world solutions for generating ideas, disrupting markets, building productive relationships, and developing an entrepreneurial mindset with spiritual renewal and restoration. With a wealth of experience and a passion for innovation, he doesn't just offer motivation and practical insights; he unveils the secrets to unlocking BIG idea potential. Carlos Fernandes is the Founder and CEO of Agile Cybersecurity Solutions, a veteran-owned company providing cybersecurity consulting services to state, local, DoD, IC, and commercial client relationships. A Virginia Military Institute (VMI) graduate and Air Force veteran, he resides in Northern Virginia and Portugal with his wife and family.
An unforgettable tale of dreams pursued in Tolkien's Oxford and romantic ParisAutumn 1965- Returning from their honeymoon, newlyweds David and Kate MacKenzie are greeted with revelations that will change their worlds forever. David, a dashing Oxford don, has exhilarating news to announce to his stunning American bride. Kate has been harboring her own announcement-one that is met with personal misgivings. The Oxford University Inklings Society entwines David and Kate with celebrated author J.R.R. Tolkien and their circle of friends, including successful scholar Yvette Goodman and the grieving widower Austen Holmes. On the precipice of her twenty-ninth birthday, Yvette longs for love yet fears she will never find it. For Austen, the ache of grief from his young wife's death leaves him grappling to heal and regain life without her.In the midst of unexpected challenges, longing, and grief, will David, Kate, Yvette, and Austen learn to trust God and discover a newfound joy that surpasses their wildest expectations? Join them on a journey of dreams fulfilled in this captivating narrative of desire, loss, love, and the renewal of hope.¿¿"The wonder of C.S. Lewis's and J.R.R. Tolkien's Oxford, the joy of romance, and the challenge of faithful commitment in a fallen world-in Melanie Jeschke's gifted hands, these are the ingredients for a great love story and, more importantly, a renewed and renewing celebration of God's grace and mercy." -Dr. Bruce EdwardsC.S. Lewis scholar and author of Further Up & Further In: Understanding C.S. Lewis's The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe
Life can leave us feeling trapped inside a circle of unintended consequences, and the more we try to free ourselves, the deeper we sink. Is there any way to redeem our story and restore our glory?The drama played out in these pages wrestles with both sides of our story: the broken and the beautiful. While we are broken people, brokenness does not define us, for glory is the shape of our hearts. Fortunately, the way has been provided for us; if we follow our Maker, we will seize our heart's greatest longing: glory.Through real-life stories of humor, warmth, and realism, the reader is invited to reimagine life and reach for something far beyond the daily grind as they find a way through the gates of life before time itself runs out and the story ends. As we rediscover ourselves in this drama, everything will change. The purpose for which we were created comes to life, and we see that glory is not just something in the future. It is now. In fact, it is already bursting forth-if we can just let it in, something new will break through.
In What Would Jesus Pair, Pamela Sharp takes you on a fascinating journey through first-century food and wine traditions of the Eastern Mediterranean, where Jesus and his disciples traveled and dined. Using rich imagery, biblical application, and her experiences as a winemaker, Pamela brings Jesus to your dinner table.From breakfast by the sea to feasts and banquets to wedding celebrations and to the Last Supper, where bread and wine were central to Jesus' presence and message, Pamela walks you through ancient Israel, where the One True Vine changed the world forever. While you enjoy Pamela's rich story-telling and recipes, accompanied by perfect wine pairings, you'll learn how to recreate the blessing of wine around your table, break bread, and share the gift of wine with family and friends.¿¿Pamela Sharp is a popular speaker, women's ministry leader, and the author of the best-selling book, "Jesus In The Vineyard: Reflections On Wine And God's Goodness." She and her family operated Sharp's Hill Vineyard and winery in Paso Robles, California.
In a heartbreaking moment that reverberated through the very soul of America, a young black man named Jacob Blake was shot seven times in the back by a white police officer. The aftershocks of this incident engulfed Kenosha, Wisconsin, where the shooting occurred, in violence. As the nation bore witness to this tragic event, passing judgment and choosing sides, Jacob's mother, Julia Jackson, boldly challenged the prevailing narratives that threatened to divide the nation. On national television, she prayerfully begged America to practice forgiveness and turn its eyes toward God.In this poignant memoir, Julia delves into the private torment and spiritual fortitude that unfolded away from the public eye, addressing the weighty questions that continue to haunt America-questions of racism, justice, and the enduring strength of faith in the bleakest of hours. With a heart brimming with compassion in the name of Jesus, Jackson pens an impassioned plea for surrender to Christ. For those tormented by the ever-widening chasms within our society and in their souls, this book emerges as a compass, guiding the way toward healing and forgiveness.
Do you ever find yourself teetering on the edge of burnout, overwhelmed by the demands of your career and family? Do you feel weak, like you've reached your capacity, and might even have a breakdown? It's fair to say that we all do! In this insightful book, Sam Beckworth takes you on an inspiring journey of self-discovery, showing you how pressure can become the catalyst for your personal redemption. Drawing from timeless biblical wisdom and real-life stories from business and at home, Beckworth invites you to rethink stress and pressure, transforming them from foes into allies.You'll discover how your limitations are not a roadblock but a starting point toward strength. Instead of seeking to escape your problems, embrace them and allow your adversities and failures to become a shield of defense, a generator of power, and a source of hope for you and healing for others.¿Sam Beckworth is a two-time author, TEDx speaker, founder of a non-profit, CEO of a financial services organization, and has been involved in the leadership development space for nearly 25 years. Sam has been married to his wife Kimberly for 27 years, and they have two outstanding college-age daughters.
Choose Your Battles delves into the lesser-known narrative of America's courageous servicewomen and the formidable challenges they face. In this candid book, Colonel (Ret) Irene V. Glaeser chronicles her unique military journey as a woman, offering a stirring account imbued with pride and inspiration. Beginning her Army career in 1983, Glaeser ascended the ranks while serving across diverse locations: from Cold War-era West Germany to South Korea, the Middle East, East Asia, Australia, and numerous stateside posts where she served.Through her captivating and often humor-infused anecdotes, Glaeser reveals the tenacity demanded of servicewomen as they balance family and career. Set against the backdrop of trying circumstances, whether arduous or isolating, her stories resound with the unwavering strength intrinsic to the lives of America's extraordinary women in uniform.
Who am I? Why am I here? Why is my life so hard? These, and countless existential questions, have been plaguing lives since the beginning of time. It seems we get no closer to an answer, increasing our frustration as we muddle our way through our lives. Perhaps you're looking too hard. Perhaps the problem, or part of the problem, lies with you. Dr. Percival Ricketts confronts the reader's nihilism with thoughtful introspection and boldness. He shows how to become more self-aware and shares how the path to fulfillment rests in knowing oneself and then extending oneself to help others. In simple yet profound words, Ricketts helps you find peace with your turbulent life and with what truly matters in the end.
"This book was written because I love the United States of America more than I love my life. I have seen my own country, Hungary, ravaged by the leftists. Now my heart is filled with deep sorrow as I also watch America's foundations crumble. The same socialists and communists who destroyed my country are determined to install a false reality as a fraudulent ideology across the nation. My book is a warning to all Americans who disbelieve or want to ignore our descent into Stalinist-like laws and policies. This book is my clarion call for the American people to fight against the attempted degeneration of the American spirit. Together we can defeat this monstrous psychopathy and racial totalitarianism of leftist elites."
Join Felix, a Secret Agent Angel, as he carries out exciting and challenging special missions on Earth. If you met him, you wouldn''t even know that you had encountered an angel. Felix has no wings, no halo, and looks just like you or me. Curiosity and amusement combine as Felix lives the adventures of the Bible. He cooks with Martha, works with Joseph, and holds the ladder for Zacchaeus. Being careful not to let his Secret Agent Angel identity slip out, Felix has the very special job of introducing his new friends to the Messiah! Biblical stories come to life through Felix''s enchanting missions and capture the attention of children and adults alike. These delightful tales tickle the imagination while teaching Biblical truth in a refreshing and entertaining way
Harkening back to the nostalgic era of San Francisco''s heyday, with the city as the backdrop, author Kathy Dorsey weaves an intricate tale of mystery hidden in plain sight and puzzles appearing around each corner. The sidewalks of the Golden City pulse with the secrets buried beneath their surface and one wrong step could reveal them forever. Sidewalk Spots is a delightfully, quirky, coming-of-age adventure with a mysterious twist that will enrapture and entrance you until the very end."Good old-fashioned storytelling meant for a rainy afternoon by the fire with an ending that will make you want to read it again looking for the detail you might have overlooked."-Thomas Del Beccaro, Historian and Author of The Divided Era.I like Marcus. He''s my hero.-Peter Robertson, former Mayor, City of Brampton and University of Toronto ProfessorA book that you have to read to the end. Loved it! Dorsey had me hooked at the first "spot" and kept me curious until the final puzzle was revealed. -Helene Letzler, Wellington, OntarioKathy takes you there! Great read. -Sally van Kaathoven, Aptos, CaliforniaTake the mundane and weave a story--that is what Kathy Dorsey does best. Having been raised in San Francisco, so many of the places are long gone (like the Emporium). This story brought back childhood and adolescent memories. Didn''t see the end coming at all, well done! -Therese Adams, Esq., Attorney at Law, Lincoln, California
What is your dream? The dream that''s always in the back of your mind. The thing that would bring you greatest fulfillment and empower you to live with excitement and purpose? Gary Crawford''s compelling new book will awaken your awareness and confidence. By sharing from his own personal journey and through his acclaimed leadership coaching experience with a nationally known business professional, he guides you to the path of seeing your own dreams come true. In the midst of a season of national and global unrest the life principles shared in this book will bring focus and stability.
"Do you know what grit means? Well, my mom says I have it. Having grit means you keep working toward your goal even when it''s hard. Someone who has grit is fearless and unstoppable."- FrankieFelicia Flewelling is Frankie''s mom. This book was born out of her journals, blog, and her participation in a cerebral palsy support group. She and her husband, Mark, hope this book will help others feel less lonely and more empowered.
Tears. Laughter. Passion. Pain.But in the end, loads of joy! Susan Barr’s story is more than a poignant and gripping tale of how a little girl became a woman amidst untellable pain and suffering. It’s the story of how a little girl with a broken heart, mentally and physically abused, found healing through a relationship with Jesus. Susan writes with candor and a heart wide-open to reach others who struggle with their past and who are tired of searching for love in all the wrong places. If you’re hurting and desire a heart full of love, if you want a lasting freedom, look no further than Susan’s story. Her journey, her prayers, her experiences, even the difficulties all lead her to discover God’s perfect will by the power of the Holy Spirit. You’ll feel like you found a new best friend as Susan shares how you too can be a rose of His creation, revealing His beauty and fragrance to a world who has forgotten “to stop and smell the roses.”
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