BUSINESS AND INSTITUTIONAL BOOKS

Seven Lessons for Leading in Crisis

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 09:37:02 CDT

By: George, Bill

One of the country's most trusted leaders offers time-tested and real world advice for leading in economic hard times

From business giant Bill George, the acclaimed author of "Wall Street Journal"'s bestseller "True North," comes the just-in-time guide for anyone in a leadership position facing today's unprecedented economic challenges. The former CEO of Medtronic draws from his own in-the-trenches experience and lessons from leaders (representing an array of companies) who have weathered tough economic storms. With straight talk and clear directions, George shows leaders specifically what they must do to become strong leaders and survive any crisis. His seven lessons include: Face Reality, Starting with Yourself; Never Waste a Good Crisis; and Be Aggressive: This is Your Best Chance to Win in the Market. "Seven Lesson for Leading in Crisis "is a survival kit for anyone in a leadership position. A concise handbook for applying proven leadership lessons in tough times Written by Bill George one of America's most trusted business leaders and author of "True North "and" Authentic Leadership" Offers realistic actions leaders can take to put their companies on the right long-term path

"Seven Lesson for Leading in Crisis" gives leaders a solid strategy for staying the course.

Related Subjects:Books > Business & Economics > Leadership

ISBN-13: 9780470531877
ISBN-10: 0470531878
Publisher: Jossey-Bass
Date: August 2009
Page Count: 00139
Reading Level: Ages NA - NA

Walk the Walk

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 09:37:02 CDT

By: Deutschman, Alan

In "Walk the Walk," Alan Deutschman offers a new take on the true nature of great leadership. Though some experts make it seem complicated, it is actually breathtakingly simple. According to Deutschman, most leaders focus too much on what they say and not nearly enough on setting an example.
This book shows what happens in those unusual cases of true leaders-in business, education, the military, and nonprofits-who always walked the walk, especially when times got tough. In a skeptical world, their actions gave them more credibility than even the best possible speeches. Consider how a Martin Luther King Jr. was so committed to nonviolence that he let a racist detractor beat him up in front of a crowded auditorium rather than raise a hand against him.
a Herb Kelleher and Colleen Barrett of Southwest Airlines were serious about putting employees first, and proved it by sticking to a no- layoffs policy while other airlines made major cuts.
a Sony founder Masuro Ibuka, who stressed originality over profits, waited for years while his competitors released color televisions-and then released the Trinitron, a breakthrough product that blew the other sets out of the water.
When leaders don't practice what they preach, they often face devastating consequences. Recall how the CEOs of GM and Chrysler hurt their chances of a government bailout by flying their private jets to Washington.
Ultimately, leadership doesn't depend on who you are or even what you say or how you say it, but only on what you do. The eye-opening examples in "Walk the Walk" will inspire leaders at all levels.

Related Subjects:Books > Business & Economics > Leadership

ISBN-13: 9781591842781
ISBN-10: 1591842786
Publisher: Portfolio
Date: September 2009
Page Count: 00194
Reading Level: Ages NA - NA

Walking with Tigers

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 09:37:02 CDT

By: Furness, Frank

Frank Furness is recognized as one of the world's top motivators, speakers, and trainers, helping salespeople, marketers, managers, and executives at companies in more than 40 countries. Here he shares valuable lessons he has learned from his decade of observing and working with leaders in large and small businesses, and offers insights into what it takes to succeed, both in business and in life. Collecting stories from achievers of all levels and from all over the world, this book explores the key characteristics associated with top performance. Issues of persistence, integrity, confidence, focus, discipline, organization, and more are illuminated through Frank's own experience, as well as tales from those he has worked with. His book will help you plan your own road to success--and, more importantly, achieve dramatic results.

Related Subjects:Books > Business & Economics > Motivational
Books > Business & Economics > Leadership

ISBN-13: 9780749941178
ISBN-10: 0749941170
Publisher: Piatkus Books
Date: November 2009
Page Count: 00192
Reading Level: Ages NA - NA

The Breakthrough Company

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 09:37:02 CDT

By: Mcfarland, Keith R.

Based on a five-year, 7,000-company study
The vast majority of small businesses stay small-and not by choice. Only the most savvy and persistent-a tiny one tenth of one percent-break through to the very highest ranks. In "The Breakthrough Company," technology CEO and Fortune 500 consultant Keith McFarland draws upon an extensive empirical study to reveal exactly how everyday companies become extraordinary, showing that breakthrough success is associated with a clearly identifiable set of strategies and skills that anyone in any business can emulate-from small startup to industry leader.
With powerful and specific action steps concluding each chapter-and invaluable advice on virtually every page from business leaders who've taken their companies to extraordinary levels of growth and profitability-"The Breakthrough Company" is stuffed with real-world tools and myth-busting insights that can be used by anyone wanting his or her business to join this exclusive circle.
"Think Good to Great for those still small enough to think big."
--Bob Eckert, chairman and CEO, Mattel, Inc.
"If you're looking for a breakthrough, break open this book."
--Harvey Mackay, author of the #1 "New York Times" bestseller "Swim with the Sharks Without Being Eaten Alive"

Featuring a bonus excerpt from Keith McFarland's new book, "Bounce"

Related Subjects:Books > Business & Economics > Leadership

ISBN-13: 9780307352194
ISBN-10: 0307352196
Publisher: Three Rivers Press (CA)
Date: September 2009
Page Count: 00304
Reading Level: Ages NA - NA

Just Ask Leadership

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 09:37:02 CDT

By: Cohen, Gary B.

"John T. Chain, Jr., rose from a second lieutenant to four-star general and led our national missile defense program."

"Mike Harper led ConAgra Foods from $636 million to $20 billion in 20 years and increased its stocks value 150 times over."

Ask Gary Cohen what these remarkable leaders have in common and his answer will be straightforward: They use questions to generate fresh ideas, inspire committed action, and build an army of forward-thinking leaders.

In "Just Ask Leadership," Cohen steers you away from the all-too-common idea that if you don't assert yourself with strong statements, you will not be respected. On the contrary, statistics prove that 95 percent of employees prefer to be asked questions rather than be told what to do. Involving employees and colleagues in decision making processes builds an environment rich with energy, excitement, and innovative problem solving.

"Just Ask Leadership" outlines not only specific questions to ask in certain contexts, but also how to implement question-based leadership as a whole. Learn how to Spend more time on long-term goals--and less on short-term crises Build a culture of accountability Create unity and trust throughout your workforce Steer decision making to the most appropriate parties Develop rapport while instilling respect

When you ask questions, you show respect --and you are respected in turn. It is that simple.

A combination of Cohen's proven expertise and interviews with nearly 100 highly effective leaders, "Just Ask Leadership" explains how to harness the power of questions to make your organization more competitive, more profitable, and a better place to work.

Related Subjects:Books > Business & Economics > Leadership
Books > Business & Economics > Workplace Culture

ISBN-13: 9780071621779
ISBN-10: 0071621776
Publisher: McGraw-Hill
Date: August 2009
Page Count: 00208
Reading Level: Ages NA - NA

The Opposable Mind

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 09:37:02 CDT

By: Martin, Roger L.

ISBN-13: 9781422139776
ISBN-10: 1422139778
Publisher: Harvard Business School Press
Date: July 2009
Page Count: 00210
Reading Level: Ages NA - NA

Who Killed Change?

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 09:37:02 CDT

By: Blanchard, Ken

Who Killed Change?

Solving the Mystery of Leading People Through Change

Every day organizations around the world launch change initiatives--often big, expensive ones--designed to improve the status quo. Yet 50 to 70 percent of these change efforts fail. A few perish suddenly, but many die painful, protracted deaths that drain the organization's resources, energy and morale.

Who or What Is Killing Change?

That's what you'll find out in this witty whodunit. The story features a Columbo-style detective, Agent Mike McNally, who's investigating the murder of yet another change. One by one, Agent McNally interviews thirteen prime suspects, including a myopic leader named Victoria Vision; a chronically tardy manager named Ernest Urgency; an executive named Clair Communication, whose laryngitis makes communication all but impossible; and several other dubious characters.

The suspects are sure to sound familiar and you're bound to relate them to your own workplace. In the end, Agent McNally solves the case in a way that will inspire you to become an effective Change Agent in your own organization. A step-by-step guide at the back of the book shows you how to apply the story's lessons to the real world. Key questions help you evaluate the health of your organization's change initiatives, and you'll learn best practices for enabling and sustaining the desired change.

ISBN-13: 9780061778933
ISBN-10: 0061778931
Publisher: William Morrow & Company
Date: June 2009
Page Count: 00160
Reading Level: Ages NA - NA

Emotional Intelligence 2.0 [With Access Code]

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 09:37:02 CDT

By: Bradberry, Travis

Related Subjects:Books > Self-Help > Personal Growth - General
Books > Family & Relationships > Emotions

ISBN-13: 9780974320625
ISBN-10: 0974320625
Publisher: Talentsmart
Date: June 2009
Page Count: 00255
Reading Level: Ages NA - NA

What Makes You Tick?

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 09:37:02 CDT

By: Berland, Michael

In the most challenging economy of our lifetime, where should you turn for guidance?

To the stories of those who have made it--the leaders who battled adversity, forged their own paths, and "succeeded" . . . because they knew what made them tick.

As people everywhere confront the global economic crisis, "success" may seem elusive at best, impossible at worst. Yet history proves that a new generation of success stories will likely emerge from this era of financial chaos. And this new book prepares you to be one of those success stories by analyzing the inner qualities that have propelled the forward-thinking leaders of our time: drive, determination, and self-awareness.

As strategists for the internationally renowned consumer and political research firm Penn, Schoen & Berland Associates, Michael Berland and Douglas Schoen are experts in how successful people think . . . and how they win. Now they share what they've learned with firsthand accounts from some of the world's most successful people in nearly every field--including the founder of Starwood Resorts; a world-famous chef-restaurateur; the CEO of NBC Universal; a supermodel turned entrepreneur; the head of EstEe Lauder; the commissioner of the National Hockey League; the president of Hearst Magazines; and the creator of CBS's 60 Minutes. Berland and Schoen have discovered that true success is about more than "winning." True success has an emotional quotient: it's about determining your innate strengths, deciding what you truly want, and striving tirelessly to achieve it.

Berland and Schoen describe the five archteypes of success: visionaries, natural-born leaders, do-gooders, independence seekers, and independents who follow their dreams. In this unprecedented collection of stories from some of the most successful people in fashion, sports, entertainment, and business, Schoen and Berland demonstrate that success isn't about changing who you are; rather, it's about figuring out what makes you tick--and leveraging that knowledge to your advantage. This book shows through compelling first-person storytelling that the most successful people understand their own natural abilities and how to use their best qualities to create a fulfilling life--and then tells you how to do the same.

Related Subjects:Books > Business & Economics > Leadership

ISBN-13: 9780060878153
ISBN-10: 0060878150
Publisher: HarperBusiness
Date: June 2009
Page Count: 00294
Reading Level: Ages NA - NA

The Inspiring Leader

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 09:37:02 CDT

By: Zenger, John H.

In their bestselling work "The Extraordinary Leader," performance thought leaders John Zenger and Joseph Folkman revealed the 16 key competencies that separate the top 10 percent of leaders from the rest. Since that book's publication, they and coauthor Scott Edinger discovered, through an extensive study conducted over four years, that leaders who possessed the ability to inspire and motivate outperformed all others.

The authors found that the impact of inspiring and motivating others is consistent across different kinds of organizations and within different cultures. "The Inspiring Leader" reveals the authors' newest proprietary research on how top leaders inspire teams to greatness. It discusses the behaviors exhibited by the most successful leaders and includes advice on how to implement them. Drawing from statistically significant data and objective empirical evidence, the book shows how to: Establish a clear vision and direction Use the power of emotions Create stretch goals for your team Foster innovation and risk taking Encourage teamwork and collaboration Champion change, and much more

Zenger, Folkman, and Edinger lay out the strategies and concepts used by the world's greatest leaders to motivate their teams. With "The Inspiring Leader" as your guide, you will learn how to put those strategies to work in your own business.

ISBN-13: 9780071621243
ISBN-10: 0071621245
Publisher: McGraw-Hill
Date: May 2009
Page Count: 00246
Reading Level: Ages NA - NA

Becoming a Category of One

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 09:37:02 CDT

By: Calloway, Joe

A revised and updated edition of the bestselling "no-nonsense guide to beating the competition."-"Publisher's Weekly"

"Becoming a Category of One "reveals how extraordinary companies do what they do so well and gives you the tools and ideas to help your business emulate their success. Packed with real case studies and personal reflections from successful business leaders, it helps you apply the best practices of the best companies to set yourself apart from your competitors and turn your business into a market leader.

Whether you run a multinational corporation or a two-person start-up company, the lessons you'll find here apply to any business. This "Second Edition "includes a new chapter on "tie breakers," updated examples of today's category of one companies, and special contributions from business experts, bestselling authors, and CEOs on the future category of one business. Revised and updated to remain relevant to today's market conditions and new innovations A new edition of the bestselling title from the author of "Indispensable "and "Work Like You're Showing Off" Today's struggling economy puts even greater importance on the theory and practice of business differentiation This edition includes 20 percent new material; if you liked the original edition, you'll love this new "Second Edition" Reliable, proven advice that works for businesses of any size in any industry

Now more than ever, you have to differentiate your business from the competition to succeed. "Becoming a Category of One "gives you the blueprint for building your own extraordinary business.

ISBN-13: 9780470496350
ISBN-10: 0470496355
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Date: August 2009
Page Count: 00251
Reading Level: Ages NA - NA

The Score Takes Care of Itself

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 09:37:02 CDT

By: Walsh, Bill

"Even when you have an organization brimming with talent, victory is not always under your control. There is no guarantee, no ultimate formula for success. It all comes down to intelligently and relentlessly seeking solutions that will increase your chance of prevailing. When you do that, the score will take care of itself." (Bill Walsh)
Bill Walsh is a towering figure in the history of the NFL. His advanced leadership transformed the San Francisco 49ers from the worst franchise in sports to a legendary dynasty that won three Super Bowls. In the process, he changed the way football is played-pushing it into the twenty-first century.
Walsh is famous for his strategic brilliance and innovations, such as the West Coast Offense, but his enlightened philosophy of leadership was just as crucial, if not more so, to the unprecedented success of his teams. And that philosophy of leadership is just as powerful and productive in business or any other endeavor as it was for him on the football field.
Prior to his death, Walsh granted exclusive interviews to bestselling author Steve Jamison. They became his ultimate lecture on leadership-illustrated by dramatic and apt anecdotes from throughout Walsh's career. A small sample of what you'll learn from one of America's greatest coaches:
*Believe in People: Push them hard to be their very best. No one will ever come back later and thank you for expecting too little of them.
*Professionalism Matters: There was no showboating allowed after touchdowns, no taunting of opponents, no demonstration to attract attention to oneself: "Champions act like champions before they're champions."
*Keep a Short Enemies List: One enemy can do more damage than the good done by a hundred friends.
*Protect Your Blind Side: Prompt yourself to aggressively analyze not only your organization's strengths, but also its unseen vulnerabilities.
*Sometimes You Can't Have he Last Word. A leader cannot escape harsh criticism. Ignore the undeserving; learn from the deserving. Lick your wounds and move on. Your bruised ego will get over it.
Additional insights and perspective are provided by his son Craig Walsh, by legendary quarterback Joe Montana, and by other important figures who knew Bill well.
Bill Walsh taught that the requirements of successful leadership are the same whether you run an NFL franchise, a Fortune 500 company, or a hardware store with twelve employees. His final words of wisdom will inspire and enlighten readers in all walks of life.

Related Subjects:Books > Business & Economics > Leadership

ISBN-13: 9781591842668
ISBN-10: 1591842662
Publisher: Portfolio
Date: August 2009
Page Count: 00251
Reading Level: Ages NA - NA

The Leader in Me

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 09:37:02 CDT

By: Covey, Stephen R.

The world has entered an era of the most profound and challenging change in human history. Most of our children are not prepared, and we know it.

Parents around the world see the change and know that the traditional three R's -- reading, writing, and arithmetic -- are necessary, but not enough. Their children need to become far more responsible, creative, and tolerant of differences. They need to increase their ability to think for themselves, take initiative, get along with others, and solve problems.

Business leaders are not finding people whose skills and character match the demands of today's global economy, including strong communication, teamwork, analytical, technology, and organizational skills. They need young people who are self-motivated, creative, and have a strong work ethic.

How will we bridge this ever-widening gap? "The Leader in Me" is the story of the extraordinary schools, parents, and business leaders around the world who are preparing the next generation to meet the great challenges and opportunities of the twenty-first century.

In 1999, the A.B. Combs Elementary School in North Carolina was on the verge of being cut as a magnet school and needed to find new ways to educate its students. Teachers and administrators began teaching practical, principle-based leadership skills -- with remarkable results. In a short time, the number of students passing end-of-grade tests vaulted from 84 to 97 percent. Simultaneously, the school began reporting significant increases in students' self-confidence, dramatic drops in discipline problems, and striking increases in teacher and administrator job satisfaction. Parents, meanwhile, reported equivalent improvements in their children's attitudes and behavior at home. As news of the school's success spread, schools around the world began adopting the mantra to "develop leaders, one child at a time." Business and civic leaders started partnering with schools in their communities to sponsor teacher training and student resources. Each school and family approached the principles differently, but the results were the same -- attentive, energized young people engaging in the world around them.

The best way to prepare the next generation for the future is to emphasize the value of communication, cooperation, initiative, and unique, individual talent -- for nothing undermines confidence more than comparison. Whether in the classroom or at home, it is never too early to start applying leadership skills to everyday life. Drawing on the many techniques and examples that have already seen incredible success around the world, "The Leader in Me" shows how easy it is to incorporate these skills into daily life. It is a timely answer to many of the challenges facing today's young people, businesses, parents, and educators -- one that is perfectly matched to the global demands of the twenty-first century.

ISBN-13: 9781439103265
ISBN-10: 1439103267
Publisher: Free Press
Date: November 2008
Page Count: 00242
Reading Level: Ages NA - NA

Granted!

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 09:37:02 CDT

By: Taylor, Chris

GRANTED provides proven methods for writing and winning grants, expertly guiding teachers, librarians, administrators and PTO leaders step-by-step through every aspect of the grant process.

With GRANTED , author Chris Taylor, a lawyer, educator and school advocate, shares her 20-plus years of experience with readers to simplify the sometimes intimidating application process for novice grant seekers, while at the same time revealing strategic, insider advice of benefit to even the most veteran grant writers.

The invaluable GRANTED worksheets organize and record grant seekers' thoughts, research, actions and data to give them the best possible chances of securing grants for school projects, supplies and anything else a grant could help fund. GRANTED not only improves educators' chances of winning a grant, but also saves them valuable time when writing it by navigating them through a more direct route to the finish line.

Related Subjects:Books > Education > Administration - General
Books > Education > Finance
Books > Education > Reference

ISBN-13: 9781589851139
ISBN-10: 1589851137
Publisher: Five Star Publications (AZ)
Date: August 2009
Page Count: 00184
Reading Level: Ages NA - NA

Teaching with Love and Logic

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 09:37:02 CDT

By: Fay, Jim

Jim Fay and David Funk's truly positive approach and time-tested ideas and strategies will empower teachers to effectively manage classroom dynamics while bringing the joy back to teaching.

ISBN-13: 9780944634486
ISBN-10: 0944634486
Publisher: Love & Logic Press
Date: March 1998
Page Count: 00399
Reading Level: Ages NA - NA

No Fear in My Classroom

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 09:37:02 CDT

By: Wootan, Frederick C.

Teachers have a lot to worry aboutafrom classroom management to school violence to job security to national mandates. Lucky for them, this book helps relieve those fears and allows them to focus on what theyare supposed to be doingateaching. With a friendly, accessible format, teacher-turned-author Frederick Wootan supplies solutions to his fellow educatorsa fears, like:
Are their students actually listening to them?
Are they being fair about grading?
What can they do about overly aggressive parents?
How are budget cuts going to affect their classroom?
Whatas to stop them from being laid off?
With this book, teachers will build their confidence, take back their classrooms, and put the emphasis back on education.

ISBN-13: 9781598698824
ISBN-10: 1598698826
Publisher: Adams Media Corporation
Date: April 2009
Page Count: 00239
Reading Level: Ages NA - NA

Leading with Trust

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 09:37:02 CDT

By: Stephenson, Susan

Related Subjects:Books > Education > Administration - General
Books > Education > Leadership

ISBN-13: 9781934009468
ISBN-10: 1934009466
Publisher: Solution Tree
Date: April 2009
Page Count: 00251
Reading Level: Ages NA - NA

The Making of Americans

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 09:37:02 CDT

By: Hirsch, E. D.

From the bestselling author of "Cultural Literacy," a passionate and cogent argument for reforming the way we teach our children Why, after decades of commissions, reforms, and efforts at innovation, do our schools continue to disappoint us? In this comprehensive and thought-provoking book, educational theorist E. D. Hirsch, Jr. offers a masterful analysis of how American ideas about education have veered off course, what we must do to right them, and most importantly "why." He argues that the core problem with American education is that educational theorists, especially in the early grades, have for the past sixty years rejected academic content in favor of "child-centered" and "how-to" learning theories that are at odds with how children really learn. The result is failing schools and widening inequality, as only children from content-rich (usually better-off) homes can take advantage of the schools' educational methods. Hirsch unabashedly confronts the education establishment, arguing that a content-based curriculum is essential to addressing social and economic inequality. A nationwide, specific, grade-by-grade curriculum established in the early school grades can help fulfill one of America's oldest and most compelling dreams: to give all children, regardless of language, religion, or origins, the opportunity to participate as equals and become competent citizens. Hirsch not only reminds us of these inspiring ideals, he offers an ambitious and specific plan for achieving them.

Related Subjects:Books > Education > Administration - General
Books > Education > Philosophy & Social Aspects

ISBN-13: 9780300152814
ISBN-10: 0300152817
Publisher: Yale University Press
Date: September 2009
Page Count: 00261
Reading Level: Ages NA - NA

Saving Alma Mater

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 09:37:02 CDT

By: Garland, James C.

America's public universities educate 80% of our nation's college students. But in the wake of rising demands on state treasuries, changing demographics, growing income inequality, and legislative indifference, many of these institutions have fallen into decline. Tuition costs have skyrocketed, class sizes have gone up, the number of courses offered has gone down, and the overall quality of education has decreased significantly. Here James C. Garland draws on more than thirty years of experience as a professor, administrator, and university president to argue that a new compact between state government and public universities is needed to make these schools more affordable and financially secure. "Saving Alma Mater" challenges a change-resistant culture in academia that places too low a premium on efficiency and productivity. Seeing a crisis of campus leadership, Garland takes state legislators to task for perpetuating the decay of their public university systems and calls for reforms in the way university presidents and governing boards are selected. He concludes that the era is long past when state appropriations can enable public universities to keep their fees low and affordable. "Saving Alma Mater" thus calls for the partial deregulation of public universities and a phase-out of their state appropriations. Garland's plan would tie university revenues to their performance and exploit the competitive pressures of the academic marketplace to control costs, rein in tuition, and make schools more responsive to student needs. A much-needed blueprint for reform based on Garland's real-life successes as the head of Miami University of Ohio, "Saving Alma Mater" will be essential for anyone concerned with the costs and quality of higher education in America today.

Related Subjects:Books > Education > Higher
Books > Education > Finance
Books > Education > Administration - General

ISBN-13: 9780226283869
ISBN-10: 0226283860
Publisher: University of Chicago Press
Date: October 2009
Page Count: 00268
Reading Level: Ages NA - NA

Transforming School Culture

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 09:37:02 CDT

By: Muhammad, Anthony

Related Subjects:Books > Education > Administration - General
Books > Education > Philosophy & Social Aspects

ISBN-13: 9781934009451
ISBN-10: 1934009458
Publisher: Solution Tree
Date: February 2009
Page Count: 00130
Reading Level: Ages NA - NA

Your First Year as a Principal

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 09:37:02 CDT

By: Green, Tena

As you sit at your desk behind the door ominously marked "Principal's Office," you are suddenly struck with a feeling of terror: What have you gotten yourself into? Being a principal and essentially being the leader of a school is a difficult job filled with responsibility and stress. Before you panic, you should know that most principals survive the first year. However, Your First Year as a Principal will help make the first year easier, providing you with all the information you did not learn in school. In this new, extensively researched book, first-year principals will learn how to deal with teachers, how to step out from behind the previous principal's shadow, how to make changes without changing too much too soon, how to deal with parents and students, how to deal with the feelings of loneliness and unpopularity, how to handle the piles of paperwork that never seem to shrink, how to become accustomed to the workload, how to find a mentor, how to write important letters, how to plan for public relations, and how to obtain feedback. Additionally, you will learn the common mistakes first-year principals make. You will learn about how everything falls on your shoulders and how to handle that responsibility. You will also learn how to build strong relationships with teachers and staff, how to pick your battles, how to have confidence in yourself, how to boost staff morale, how to discipline students, how to use the staff to your advantage, and how to deal with conflict. Ultimately, you will clearly understand what comes with being a principal. You will be able to clarify and define your roles, expectations, and responsibilities. We will provide you with advice and tips from novice and veteran principals who have all been in your position. Whether you are the principal of a small, large, public, private, urban, rural, or suburban school, Your First Year as a Principal will be an indispensable companion. With the help of this book, you will not only survive, but you will enthusiastically look forward to your sophomore year.

ISBN-13: 9781601382207
ISBN-10: 1601382200
Publisher: Atlantic Publishing Company (FL)
Date: June 2009
Page Count: 00288
Reading Level: Ages NA - NA

District Leadership That Works

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 09:37:02 CDT

By: Marzano, Robert J.

Related Subjects:Books > Education > Administration - General
Books > Education > Leadership

ISBN-13: 9781935249191
ISBN-10: 1935249193
Publisher: Solution Tree
Date: June 2009
Page Count: 00164
Reading Level: Ages NA - NA

Liberating Learning

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 09:37:02 CDT

By: Moe, Terry M.

Praise for Liberating Learning

"Moe and Chubb have delivered a truly stunning book, rich with the prospect of how technology is already revolutionizing learning in communities from Midland, Pennsylvania to Gurgaon, India. At the same time, this is a sobering telling of the realpolitik of education, a battle in which the status quo is well defended. But most of all, this book is a call to action, a call to unleash the power of technological innovation to create an education system worthy of our aspirations and our childrens' dreams." --Ted Mitchell, CEO of the New Schools Venture Fund

"As long as we continue to educate students without regard for the way the real world works, we will continue to limit their choices. In Liberating Learning, Terry Moe and John Chubb push us to ask the questions we should be asking, to have the hard conversations about how far technology can go to advance student achievement in this country." --Michelle Rhee, Chancellor of Education for the Washington, D.C. schools

"A brilliant analysis of how technology is destined to transform America's schools for the better: not simply by generating new ways of learning, but also--and surprisingly--by unleashing forces that weaken its political opponents and open up the political process to educational change. A provocative, entirely novel vision of the future of American education." --Rick Hanushek, the Paul and Jean Hanna Senior Fellow at the Hoover Institution, Stanford University

"Terry Moe and John Chubb, two long-time, astute observers of educational reform, see technology as the way to reverse decades of failed efforts. Technology will facilitate significantly more individualized student learning--and perhaps most importantly, technology will make it harder and harder for the entrenched adult interests to block the reforms that are right for our kids. This is a provocative, informative and, ultimately, optimistic read, something we badly need in public education." --Joel Klein, Chancellor of the New York City schools

Related Subjects:Books > Education > Administration - General
Books > Education > Educational Policy & Reform

ISBN-13: 9780470442142
ISBN-10: 047044214X
Publisher: Jossey-Bass
Date: April 2009
Page Count: 00223
Reading Level: Ages NA - NA

One Month to Live

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 09:37:02 CDT

By: Shook, Kerry

Read an excerpt.

What if you only had one month to live? How would you make each day meaningful? How would you relate to others differently? What would you do to make the rest of your life "really" matter?

With eye-opening insights and soul-inspiring truths, "One Month to Live" will challenge you to embrace the life God has entrusted to you and you alone, and to live it out moment by moment with wholehearted authenticity, honesty, and integrity.

Each chapter overflows with inspiring quotations, colorful true stories, and questions for reflection. The four sections, which can be read over four weeks, help you examine the core areas inside you that long to be exercised and expressed: how you're made to live passionately, love boldly, learn from your mistakes, and leave a legacy that endures for generations after you're gone. Complete with uplifting action points, each of the thirty chapters-one per day in a life-changing month-offers you fresh strategies for overcoming habits that mire you in mediocrity.

Open yourself to the challenge of embracing your mortality and being empowered to live each day engaged in being fully alive.

Kerry Shook and his wife, Chris, founded Fellowship of The Woodlands in The Woodlands, Texas, with eight people in 1993. Now the church has grown to 14,000 in attendance each Sunday. Winner of the prestigious Church Health Award presented by Saddleback Church, Kerry and his church have been featured in numerous publications and media outlets. Kerrys sermons are televised each week across the country and around the world. Kerry and Chris are the parents of four children.

Related Subjects:Books > Religion > Christian Life - Personal Growth

ISBN-13: 9781400073795
ISBN-10: 1400073790
Publisher: Waterbrook Press
Date: February 2008
Page Count: 00226
Reading Level: Ages NA - NA

Jesus Loves You...This I Know

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 09:37:02 CDT

By: Gross, Craig

The constant noise of contemporary life makes it easy to miss the most profound message the world has ever known: Jesus loves you. Innovative teachers Craig Gross and Jason Harper will separate the religious from the real as they show how this simple truth is worth our undivided attention. The authors weave Jesus' narrative with their own stories of serving among the "least of these" in this inspiring summons to world-changing faith. Join them as they encounter shut-ins, drunks, inmates, porn stars, and others while striving to follow Christ in their daily lives. Christian and non-Christian readers alike will experience God's love and be challenged to take seriously the call of Jesus. Individuals, small groups, congregations, and church classes will find the companion DVD an indispensable resource for learning about the world-changing love of Jesus through captivating stories and interviews. In these four films, viewers will meet face-to-face with some of the folks they encounter in the book Jesus Loves You . . . This I Know. Each film is three to five minutes long and is followed by questions for groups that wish to use the films as discussion starters. Also ideal for use in sermons.

ISBN-13: 9780801013294
ISBN-10: 0801013291
Publisher: Baker Books
Date: September 2009
Page Count: 196
Reading Level: Ages NA - NA

God, Actually

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 09:37:02 CDT

By: Williams, Roy

Drawing upon examples from science, politics, history, sociology, and the arts, this intriguing look at the nature of Christian faith answers the biggest questions by appealing to evidence and reason. Rather than disavowing or avoiding its presence, this study acknowledges the vital place of doubt and uncertainty in God's creation and seeks to determine its origin. Rebutting the arguments of atheists such as Christopher Hitchens and Richard Dawkins, it shows how an avid, modern-day faith can be based upon logical deductions from known facts rather than just blind trust. Intriguing and innovative, this is a refreshingly honest and thorough examination of the state of religious belief.

Related Subjects:Books > Religion > Christianity - General
Books > Religion > Christian Theology - General

ISBN-13: 9780745953915
ISBN-10: 0745953913
Publisher: Lion Publishing Plc
Date: September 2009
Page Count: 00384
Reading Level: Ages NA - NA

Fearless

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 09:37:02 CDT

By: Lucado, Max

Each sunrise seems to bring fresh reasons for fear.

They're talking layoffs at work, slowdowns in the economy, flare-ups in the Middle East, turnovers at headquarters, downturns in the housing market, upswings in global warming. The plague of our day, terrorism, begins with the word "terror." Fear, it seems, has taken up a hundred-year lease on the building next door and set up shop. Oversized and rude, fear herds us into a prison of unlocked doors. Wouldn't it be great to walk out?

Imagine your life, wholly untouched by angst. What if faith, not fear, was your default reaction to threats? If you could hover a fear magnet over your heart and extract every last shaving of dread, insecurity, or doubt, what would remain? Envision a day, just one day, where you could trust more and fear less.

Can you imagine your life without fear?

Additional Fearless Products include:

978-0-8499-6397-1 Fearless Audio Book 978-1-4185-4182-8 Fearless Curriculum

ISBN-13: 9780849921391
ISBN-10: 0849921392
Publisher: Thomas Nelson Publishers
Date: September 2009
Page Count: 00224
Reading Level: Ages NA - NA

What's Right with the Church

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 09:37:02 CDT

By: Towns, Elmer L.

The early believers of Jesus Christ knew that they were not just members of an organization, nor were they just an extension of Old Testament Judaism. They knew that they were followers of the living Lord Jesus Christ. They were members of a thing called the church. Through the centuries, the church has been the most powerful transforming force in history. Yet in America many observe it as anemic and powerless. Author Elmer Towns contends that there is good news; there are many things that are still right with the church. What Is Right With the Church affirms the positive things that are present in the church today, and what will carry it forward as a transforming force. This book is not a defense of the traditional church, nor does it run to embrace all new forms of worship. Rather this book examines the biblical nature of church allowing the best to come forth. It is not a book about old churches, new churches or home churches. It is a book about what is right about every true church, no matter the expression, history or culture. A growing number of people are not aware of the enduring strengths of the church. The author contends that if believers in Christ are to effectively move forward with healthy communities and a vibrant faith in this new century, they must be established on foundational, biblical truths and core values. And when this happens, the church thrives as a transforming force.

ISBN-13: 9780830751341
ISBN-10: 0830751343
Publisher: Regal Books
Date: September 2009
Page Count: 00224
Reading Level: Ages NA - NA

Unexplainable

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 09:37:02 CDT

By: Cousins, Don

From trusted author Don Cousins comes "Unexplainable," a dynamic book designed to help people find true fulfillment by shifting their life view from outside-in to inside-out. Most of us live our lives from the "outside-in." This means we try to order our external circumstances (family, finances, career, friends, leisure, etc.) in such a way that we feel happy, secure, and content within. But this approach simply doesn't work. Few of us are ever able to get our life circumstances just as we want, and even when we feel we do, it doesn't last. More importantly, the Bible makes it clear that God intended life to be experienced "inside-out." "Unexplainable "will inspire you to pursue a life for which there's no logical explanation apart from God.

Related Subjects:Books > Religion > Christian Life - Spiritual Growth

ISBN-13: 9781434768087
ISBN-10: 1434768082
Publisher: David C. Cook
Date: September 2009
Page Count: 00268
Reading Level: Ages NA - NA

The Magnificent Obsession

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 09:37:02 CDT

By: Lotz, Anne Graham

What is missing from lives that seem full, but are actually hollow at the core? The author says the answer is knowing God intimately as Abraham did--and being known by Him--as His friend.

ISBN-13: 9780310262886
ISBN-10: 0310262887
Publisher: Zondervan
Date: September 2009
Page Count: 00284
Reading Level: Ages NA - NA

The Power of Persistence

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 09:37:02 CDT

By: Catt, Michael

Michael Catt, senior pastor of Sherwood Baptist Church and executive producer of the Georgia congregation's runaway hit films "Facing the Giants "and "Fireproof," is often asked why God has blessed their efforts in such a remarkable way. His answer is simple: "We have a praying church that is walking in unity. We pray over every ministry and every decision.""The Power of Persistence "is Catt's invitation to a prayer-without-ceasing way of life. Stories from scripture and personal ministry experiences attest to the prophetic and profitable work of prayer. Engaging chapters on prayers of penitence, learning from the Psalmist, praying for children, the lost, and in response to spiritual warfare guide us to a breakthrough level of communication with the God who is eager to hear our cries and accomplish His work through us.

Related Subjects:Books > Religion > Christian Life - Prayer

ISBN-13: 9780805448689
ISBN-10: 0805448683
Publisher: B&H Publishing Group
Date: September 2009
Page Count: 00308
Reading Level: Ages NA - NA

Let God Talk to You

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 09:37:02 CDT

By: Tirabbasi, Becky

Becky Tirabassi, bestselling author of Let Prayer Change Your Life, shares that it really is possible to hear from God. Most Christians long for a closer connection with God--to talk to Him and hear His voice. They believe He wants to guide their lives, but get discouraged when He seems far away and silent. Becky Tirabassi encourages readers that God wants to talk to them, and shows them how to recognize His voice. She invites readers to connect with God in a two-way conversation that will satisfy the longing of their souls to know Him and be loved by Him.

Related Subjects:Books > Religion > Christian Life - Prayer

ISBN-13: 9780764206733
ISBN-10: 0764206737
Publisher: Bethany House Publishers
Date: September 2009
Page Count: 00201
Reading Level: Ages NA - NA

God Does Not Lie

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 09:37:02 CDT

By: Klapia, Jasmine

God Does Not Lie is the true story of Jasmine Klapia's unrequited love for someone she believes to be the "man of her life," which leads her on a journey to understanding the meaning of life and proving the existence of God. This book includes life lessons for all people and is a source of inspiration for those in pain and doubt.

ISBN-13: 9780982385876
ISBN-10: 0982385870
Publisher: Jasmine Klapia
Date: November 2009
Page Count: 00544
Reading Level: Ages NA - NA

How Coffee Saved My Life

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 09:37:02 CDT

By: Roscher, Ellie

Based on the author's true life experiences, How Coffee Saved My Life is a funny, tragic, provocative and touching story of a rich, white, North American overachiever who spends a year in Uruguay in hopes of becoming a more responsible and sensitive member of the global community. Throughout the book, vignettes tied to the Spanish language flow from observation to theological analysis.

ISBN-13: 9780827214569
ISBN-10: 0827214561
Publisher: Chalice Press
Date: September 2009
Page Count: 00163
Reading Level: Ages NA - NA

Opposite Day

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 09:37:02 CDT

By: Lindsey, Brooklyn

If you're looking for a way to get your students to open up and talk about things that matter, try doing the opposite of what you typically do... With more than 600 prompts, Opposite Day will get your students talking about things that matter by having them share the opposite of what's true. Use it as an ice-breaker or a discussion starter and listen as your students share about everything from friends to family to faith.

ISBN-13: 9780310292784
ISBN-10: 0310292786
Publisher: Zondervan Publishing Company
Date: September 2009
Page Count: 00144
Reading Level: Ages NA - NA

You've Gotta Have Heart

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 09:37:02 CDT

By: Wheeler, Cass

For organizations in the social sector to be truly effective, they must stay relevant and, above all, stay true to their mission. For the past twenty-six years, Cass Wheeler has ensured that the American Heart Association has fulfilled its calling to save lives and educate the public about heart disease by adopting some of the same strategies used in the for-profit sector. Using examples of some of the most lauded organizations including the American Heart Association, The American Cancer Society, and The Girl Scouts of America, as well as many others, Wheeler reveals the leadership skills that will help employees, volunteers, and board members excel at their jobs, become good role models, and build a more visionary, creative, and disciplined nonprofit organization.

ISBN-13: 9780814409909
ISBN-10: 0814409903
Publisher: AMACOM/American Management Association
Date: January 2009
Page Count: 00232
Reading Level: Ages NA - NA

Working for Good

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 09:37:02 CDT

By: Klein, Jeff

The words "business" and "social change" may seem contradictory, but the fact is a successful business may be the most powerful force for positive change in the world today. In Working for Good, Jeff Klein, one of the visionaries and driving forces behind Spinning, Seeds of Change, ChiRunning, and other forward-thinking brands presents a how-to guidebook for becoming a "conscious entrepreneur"--one who addresses social issues while running a profitable business based on integrity and self-actualization. Putting the tools of conscious business development firmly in our hands, Jeff Klein takes readers step by step through the five keys to Working for Good, showing how to: --Express your humanity through full awareness and embodiment while engaging others with your work. --Establish purpose grounded in principles that sustain both your business and your virtues. --Generate rich experiences in and outside of work through a network of spirited connection and collaboration. For anyone who has yearned to make a comfortable living in service of real social change, Jeff Klein offers an essential read that is at once deeply inspirational and wholly practical: Working for Good.

ISBN-13: 9781591797265
ISBN-10: 1591797268
Publisher: Sounds True
Date: September 2009
Page Count: 00233
Reading Level: Ages NA - NA

The Business of Changing Lives

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 09:37:02 CDT

By: Weis, Allan

With personal and funny anecdotes set in computer labs, congressional hearings, and corporate competitors' offices, Weis describes the unusual business models that enabled ANS to create the backbone of the Internet. Indicative of Weis's dual approach to business, he offers inspiring case studies and heartwarming stories of visionaries who helped low-income youth find high-tech jobs and inner-city achievers who were given powerful opportunities.

Socially conscious entrepreneurs want to give in a way that makes a lasting impact on society, and Allan Weis shows them how to balance that desire with smart corporate management.

ISBN-13: 9781608320110
ISBN-10: 1608320111
Publisher: Greenleaf Book Group
Date: September 2009
Page Count: 00198
Reading Level: Ages NA - NA

The Idealist.Org Handbook to Building a Better World

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 09:37:02 CDT

By: Idealist. org

From the worldas largest nonprofit networking websiteaa resource that gives readers the tools they need to make a difference.
Part career guide, part activistas handbook, "The Idealist.org Handbook to Building a Better World" provides tools and inspiration for anyone who wants to make a difference but doesnat know where to start. Inspired by Idealist.orgas 600,000-member online community and their ongoing search for work that gives back to the world, this practical reference walks readers through the different ways they can get involved and the range of possibilities for applying oneas interests and skills to meet their communityas needs.
Idealist.orgas staff gives a comprehensive understanding of the issues, options, organizations, and resources so readers can be proactive, whether itas through oneas current job, volunteering, donating, personal spending, board service, starting an organization, or changing careers.

Related Subjects:Books > Business & Economics > Nonprofit Organizations & Charities

ISBN-13: 9780399534874
ISBN-10: 0399534873
Publisher: Perigee Books
Date: March 2009
Page Count: 00268
Reading Level: Ages NA - NA

The Influential Fundraiser

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 09:37:02 CDT

By: Ross, Bernard

How to apply the latest developments in psychology and neurology for better fundraising and influencing skills
Leading fundraising expert Bernard Ross offers an alternative yet effective model for asking and influencing potential donors and peers, using the latest techniques developed in the neural and psychological sciences. He shows individuals how to make a compelling ask to mid- and high-value donors, win board members over to a new campaign strategy, convince reluctant colleagues to commit to their ideas, and confidently handle the objections of a skeptical venture philanthropist.
Bernard Ross and Clare Segal (London, UK) are Directors of the Management Centre, the United Kingdom's largest nonprofit management consultancy and training organization.

ISBN-13: 9780787994044
ISBN-10: 0787994049
Publisher: Jossey-Bass
Date: December 2008
Page Count: 00295
Reading Level: Ages NA - NA

Doing Good Well

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 09:37:02 CDT

By: Cheng, Willie

Why does a deserving charity struggle to make ends meet while another which squanders money, thrive? "Because there is a structural disconnect between revenue and expenses in the nonprofit world."

Is continuous growth the hallmark of a successful charity? "No, it's just the opposite - the ultimate aim of a charity is to be extinct."

Would you use volunteers if it actually cost more than hiring paid skilled staff? "Yes, if engagement with the community is crucial."

Call these examples, ironies, paradoxes or simply insights into why the charity sector is what it is. "Doing Good Well" is a thinking man's guide to the nonprofit world. It is replete with nonprofit paradigms. It provides a different twist to what one might regard as straightforward notions such as mission, staff compensation, governance and corporate social responsibility. And it surprises and challenges even as it seeks to explain charity-specific issues such as charitableness, bridging the rich/poor divide, informed giving and social entrepreneurship.

And as he deconstructs existing paradigms, Willie Cheng creates new ones.

Through an easy writing style, hearty anecdotes and thought-provoking perspectives, Cheng engages the readers with a strategic review of not just the status quo but also the enormous potential in the nonprofit world. The theme of the book is change. Inasmuch as charities are about changing society for the better, this book seeks to set the stage for interesting introspection.

Whether you are a volunteer, business executive, nonprofit worker, governor or regulator, it's time to start asking the questions that would help the charity sector itself change for the better. In Cheng's words, charity is no longer simply about "Just Doing Good" but "Doing Good Well."

Related Subjects:Books > Business & Economics > Nonprofit Organizations & Charities

ISBN-13: 9780470823897
ISBN-10: 0470823895
Publisher: Jossey-Bass
Date: December 2008
Page Count: 00276
Reading Level: Ages NA - NA

The Give-Back Solution

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 09:37:02 CDT

By: Skog, Susan

An unprecedented surge of ordinary people are using their time, talents, and travel to make a better world.

What's Your Part of the Give-Back Solution?

Reaching out and supporting others brings out the best in all of us. Giving back strengthens Americabut the under-appreciated secret is that it lifts us up, too. Part call-to-action, part inspiration, part practical research guide to make-a-difference opportunities, The Give-Back Solution captures the idealism and generosity sweeping our country, even in the face of serious challenges. Dance to raise money for fighting malaria Organize an office book drive Build schools in Belize on a volunteer vacation Invite friends over for a dinner that benefits the hungry Visit the Amazon and support sustainable rainforests Work in a Kenyan orphanage Clear trails in America's wilderness Clean up rivers in your own backyard Micro-bankroll an African entrepreneur climbing out of poverty Use your 9-to-5 experience to teach business skills in your community or online

With amazing stories of everyday volunteers having the time of their lives giving back, social change leader Susan Skog shows how you can join the groundswell of goodwill, whether you volunteer abroad or support efforts locally, and whatever your time, talents, or resources.

Related Subjects:Books > Social Science > Volunteer Work
Books > Social Science > Philanthropy & Charity

ISBN-13: 9781402218156
ISBN-10: 140221815X
Publisher: Sourcebooks
Date: March 2009
Page Count: 00288
Reading Level: Ages NA - NA

Money Well Spent

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 09:37:02 CDT

By: Brest, Paul

"All outstanding philanthropic successes started with a smart strategic plan," say authors Paul Brest, president of The William and Flora Hewlett Foundation, and Hal Harvey, president of ClimateWorks. "Money Well Spent" explains how to create and implement a strategy that ensures meaningful results. Components of a smart strategy include: achieving great clarity about one's philanthropic goals, specifying indicators of success before beginning a project, designing and implementing a plan commensurate with available resources, evidence based understanding of the world in which the plan will operate, and paying careful attention to milestones to determine if you are on the path to success or if midcourse corrections are necessary.Drawing on examples from over 100 foundations and non-profits, "Money Well Spent" gives readers the framework they need to design a smart strategy, addressing such key issues as: effective use of tools--education, science, direct services, advocacy--that can achieve your objectives, how to choose the forms of funding to achieve stated goals, how to measure the impact of grants or programs, and when to be patient and stick with a winning strategy and when to abandon a strategy that isn't working. This is a book for everyone who wants to get the most from a philanthropic dollar: donors, foundations, and non-profits.

Related Subjects:Books > Business & Economics > Nonprofit Organizations & Charities

ISBN-13: 9781576603123
ISBN-10: 1576603121
Publisher: Bloomberg Press
Date: November 2008
Page Count: 00288
Reading Level: Ages NA - NA

The Foundation

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 09:37:02 CDT

By: Fleishman, Joel L.

Private foundations have been the dynamo of social change since their invention at the beginning of the last century. Yet just over 10 percent of the public knows they even exist; and for those who are aware of them, as well as even those who seek grants from them, their internal workings remain a complete mystery. Joel Fleishman knows the sector like few others, and in this groundbreaking book he explains both the history of foundations--with their fledgling beginnings in the era of the robber barons seeking social respectability--through to the present day. This book shows how, why foundations matters, and how the future of foundations can provide a vital spur to the engine of the American, and the world's, economy--if they are properly established and run.

ISBN-13: 9781586487027
ISBN-10: 1586487027
Publisher: PublicAffairs
Date: September 2009
Page Count: 00446
Reading Level: Ages NA - NA

Billions of Drops in Millions of Buckets

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 09:37:02 CDT

By: Goldberg, Steven H.

Praise for BILLIONS OF DROPS in MILLIONS OF BUCKETS

""Billions of Drops in Millions of Buckets" provides a bracing and original look at philan-thropy that offers a much-needed corrective to conventional wisdom. Steve Goldberg combines a resolve to understand why so much philanthropy accomplishes so little enduring social change with a timely and serious proposal to reinvigorate nonprofit capital markets through the simplest of insights: getting more of the money to where it can do the most good. This book will change how forward-looking philanthropists, foundations, and policymakers think about the relationship between charitable giving and the transformative capacity of social entrepreneurs."
--Jerr Boschee, founder and Executive Director, The Institute for Social Entrepreneurs; Visiting Professor of the Practice in Social Enterprise, Carnegie Mellon University

"Goldberg's arguments are logical next steps in the rapidly evolving discussion of social capital markets. He offers ambitious proposals informed by the reality of current practices and focused on an achievable set of goals. He fully recognizes the potential for restructuring that is inherent in this time of financial hardship. Real change relies on big ideas, and Steve Goldberg offers us several."
--Lucy Bernholz, author of "Creating Philanthropic Capital Markets: The Deliberate Evolution"

"When I first heard about 'evidence-based medicine, ' I thought: 'you mean it isn't?' Read this book and that's how you'll feel about 'performance-based philanthropy.' Goldberg takes some of the best current management thinking and applies it to social enterprise, illuminating both the encouraging successes of social entrepreneurs and the barriers they face. Even better, he presents compelling ideas for making the social sector vastly more effective."
--Christopher Meyer, Chief Executive, Monitor Networks

"Goldberg calls for more 'performance-driven philanthropy, ' where nonprofits are rewarded based on their results, in place of the current dysfunction. It is an important call and a valuable contribution to discussions about how to improve nonprofits in the U.S. and internationally."
--Martin Brookes, Chief Executive, New Philanthropy Capital

""Billions of Drops.".. is a must-read romp through emerging fields of social entrepre-neurship and nonprofit capital markets."
--George Overholser, founder and Managing Director, NFF Capital Partners

Related Subjects:Books > Business & Economics > Nonprofit Organizations & Charities

ISBN-13: 9780470454671
ISBN-10: 0470454679
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Date: July 2009
Page Count: 00302
Reading Level: Ages NA - NA

Pick One

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 09:37:02 CDT

By: Ingram, Colin

A GUIDE FOR CHANGING MILLIONS OF LIVES PickOne will ignite and guide your passion to make a difference. It makes it easy for you to identify and help the causes that you strongly beliee in. Many of us are doing less that we would like because we're bombarded with solicitations, the needs seem overwhelming, we're uncertain of how our money and volunteer efforts will be used, and/or if we feel deeply about a cause, we many not know how to help. PickOne eliminates these hurdles b describing the organizations that are widely praised for their efficiency and effectiveness and are making a real difference. Yes, we see and hear bad news on the media, but what goes unreported is the fact that so many individuals and organizations are doing incredibly powerful things to make this world a better place. You'll find many of them in PickOne.

ISBN-13: 9781934759301
ISBN-10: 1934759309
Publisher: Robert Reed Publishers
Date: September 2009
Page Count: 00336
Reading Level: Ages NA - NA

The Guide to Intelligent Giving

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 09:37:02 CDT

By: Krotz, Joanna L.

We all want to make a difference--and" Town & Country" shows that philanthropy is not just for the wealthy. This inspirational book explains how to donate money and time for optimum impact, no matter what your level of income. It features the personal stories of a range of contributors, from celebrities like Gary Sinise who cofounded an organization to donate school supplies to Iraqi children and Osceola McCarty, a laundress who, at 85, donated $150,000--the bulk of her life savings--to a scholarship fund for black students at the University of Mississippi. If you have an impulse to donate your time or money, these inspiring stories, along with concrete advice about how to select the right cause for you, will help make your generosity really count.

ISBN-13: 9781588167613
ISBN-10: 1588167615
Publisher: Hearst Books
Date: June 2009
Page Count: 00256
Reading Level: Ages NA - NA