If you know about dogs you know about life" is the message Andrew Ledford teaches in his book Dog Training - Best Friends Learning Together. Through a seven point process developed from the author's 20-plus-years experience he demonstrates what dog owners can learn about themselves through the antics of man's not always understood best friend. "The human dog/model works so well because learning about dogs includes the complexities, the trials and the tribulations of self-governance, social responsibility, intellect and emotions. To be successful at training dogs requires the same skills used for success in other areas of life," states Andrew. Best Friends Learning Together shows how human and dog behavior mix in a dance of responsibility, understanding and bonding. Best Friends Learning Together can help information age humans learn how to decode the rules of nature from the human/pet experience. Part One indicates this isn't an orthodox training book by stating that it's "more about how humans look at or approach dog training objectives than a how-to manual on training techniques." Andrew's dog training system has proven successful for educating both owners and their dogs. Each chapter is a blend of traditional Chinese and Japanese philosophy, learning theory, behavior modification, animal psychology and ethology. As Andrew travels around the world he really enjoys watching the animals. A great deal of inspiration for the book came from observing the street dogs of Taiwan, one of many stories he shares in this book. In Best Friends Learning Together he also discusses the importance of early puppy socialization as opposed to outdated recommendations of puppy isolation. Also covered are additional skills for a dog friendly lifestyle, including tips for training with positive reinforcement; how to interpret a dog s body language; lessons on the calming effects of Chi Energy Touch training as well as spatial drills that combine the dog's natural traits with angles of movement borrowed from Tai Chi Chuan. All this comes under the banner of Ledford's own RenChenZa(r) Lifestyle Support Dog(r) program, which falls "somewhere between science and the inner states we call feelings." This book helps people weave facts into their significant emotional preferences with seven important Points of Reference: 1- Rules of a Chosen Pursuit, 2 - Rules of Nature, 3 - Social Rules, 4 - Personal Rules, 5 - Rule of Progression, 6 - History and 7 - Acceptance. RenChenZa(r) is a multi ethnic three-part Chinese influenced word that together means human-dog-wisdom. Andrew further explains, "A Lifestyle Support Dog(r) is a friend that helps us reach for our purpose and fulfill our potential in a world of increasingly cold-automation." In Dog Training-Best Friends Learning Together Andrew gives the human side of the training team a strategy for understanding and for success. It's his dream that those who understand the human/dog experience can make the world a better
Saltwater Leadership, Second Edition is about leadership in the maritime environment. The unforgiving, dynamic, and unconquerable nature of the sea requires direct leadership, often with very little margin of error. The unique and common nature of professional life on the sea applies not only to junior naval leaders but also officer and enlisted leaders from the Marines, Coast Guard and Merchant Marines. Based on decades of leadership experiences, Saltwater Leadership covers a wide variety of topics, including basic junior officer leadership, taking care of people, providing forceful backup, leadership and culture, and professional competence.
The first volume in the Change and Transition series takes a look at how to transition from a state of becoming to a state of being. I approach the subject using insight about how psychomotor skills, as well as social and emotional dynamics are used to change behavior, combined with my experience as a lead generator. I have been a dog trainer all my life and much of the information also incorporates lessons learned from changing the behavior of dogs and their people. This book looks at how daily rhythms can transform life narratives with an emphasis on lead generation, sales, marketing, and dog training. I am addressing two subjects in this short book: changing a narrative and field marketing. They are distinct yet connected. The book is a primer for anyone who wants to change their life.This is the first in a series of books on how to transform lives using examples from both field marketing and dog training. People are always in a state of transformation, they're always in a state of becoming something they have never been before. The insight about transitioning through life can be applied to change in anyone's life. Transitions are both a time of danger and opportunity. The book is for businesses, field marketers and lead generators.A large portion of the book was originally written for beginning lead generators. However, the part about lead generation may be most beneficial for businesses implementing a field marketing lead generation program.
52 readings, each with a scripture passage and prayer, from one of our most loved and respected Christian leaders and speakers. Each reading contains a story, often startling and arresting, from Andrew’s astonishingly eventful ministry, blended with his reflections on life and faith.
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