Drawing on stories of biblical women, Leading Ladies presents four models of "transformational leadership" that recognize the leadership styles of women in all walks of life: Intercessor, Midwife, Choreographer, and Weaver. Includes reflective questions for journaling or group discussion.
Influence is power. What does a woman need to lead well in today's competitive work environment? If you think it's a coercive, "power over" style of leadership, think again. Influence Starts with "I": A Woman's Guide for Unleashing the Power of Leading from Within and Effecting Change Around You outlines how to be a more effective leader by tapping into the authentic "I" within you to cultivate "power with" others and effect change around you. Influence skills are important ingredients to effective leadership in today's complex organizations and institutions. In her latest title, author and leadership coach Jeanne Porter King provides a guide for developing the personal side of leadership. This guide helps you to -Identify your leadership purpose -Develop an influence mindset -Use your power strategically -Negotiate gender barriers -Build your support system, and more Reflective exercises and questions allow you to readily apply what you've learned and build your plan for growth. Every existing and emerging woman leader needs to carve out the space and time to do the inner work on their leadership. Whether you work in a corporate setting or a nonprofit organization, you have what it takes to lead from within and influence positive change around you.
A Black Woman's Guide to Effective, Barrier-Breaking Leadership Black women in leadership positions often experience resistance, both from external forces and from within. If you are a leader in your profession, community, or church, you may have been made to feel like an outsider--someone who must prove herself again and again to be worthy of following. Maybe you're tired, resentful, or beaten-down by the sense that you'll just never be good enough for some people. Take heart and take a seat at the table with Jeanne Porter King. Drawing from the biblical account of the Samaritan woman at the well, King shows how this outsider and outcast has been reduced to a stereotype by the same racist and sexist forces that attempt to reduce you to a stereotype and hinder your God-given call to leadership. She then shows how God uniquely positioned and equipped her to lead her people to the truth despite attempts to keep her silent and small. If you long to lead from a strong spiritual core rather than a set of expectations you had no part in setting, this book offers you the inspiration, encouragement, and practical tools to make leading well a reality in your life.
Asequel to Porter's first book, Leading Ladies, whichexplored how the Bible supports women in leadership,this volume delves deeper, providing insights into growinginto leadership, leading through adversity, challenging thestatus quo, and seeing leadership potential in unexpectedpeople. Nine scripturally based studies examine lessons of leadershipfrom specific women of the Bible. From Eve, we discoverhow to unlock our leadership potential; from Esther, we learnabout leadership formation from within. Each chapterincludes a summary page of empowerment principles, as wellas a series of questions for personal reflection or groupdiscussion.
.. a dream fulfilled is a tree of life. Proverbs 13:12 What's the difference between a dreamer and a dream fulfiller? According to author Dr. Jeanne Porter King, the answer lies in listening to your soul and getting started on the dreams that are buried deep within. Whether you've lost sight of an old dream or are trying to make sense of a new one, Pursue Your Dream provides inspiration and insight that you can start using today to envision, take action, and bring your dream to fruition. Dr. Porter King guides you to make good choices and maximize the power within to help achieve your dream. Don't leave your dream to chance. Follow your God-designed path to bringing your dreams to life. Pursue your Dream holds the keys to showing you how. Dr. Jeanne Porter King is called to lead and to make a difference in the lives of others. As an author, consultant, ordained minister and an inspirational teacher and speaker. Dr. Jeanne brings her engaging style to audiences and draws on her experiences in ministry, organizational consulting and leadership development to share inspiring messages that are informative and transformative.
My first volume, New Plays from New York and this second one contains both dramas and comedies which vary in length. All have been produced in festivals (national and international) and small theater companies in Manhattan between 2011 and 2016 and are a collection of my theatrical adventures and memories. The Divvy: We loved your work and hope you are as excited as [we are] to see it on the stage. Congratulations again! (Deborah Grimberg [with John Chatterton], Midtown International Theatre Festival). Flutter Punch: Very funny play. Love it (Jeffrey Stocker, director and acting coach, American Readers Theatre and Joffrey Ballet School both of New York, Portland Civic Theatre Guild, Portland Center Stage, etc). A talented playwright with a good ear for dialogue and a great feeling for age and time. Theres a whole lot of good stuff there (Marlene Thorn Taber, director and choreographer, SDCF, New York, National Academy of Chinese Theatre Arts). Rescue the Perishing: I just finished reading your play and I am so glad that I finally did . . . It left me wanting more about New York then and about these well-crafted characters (Eileen Lacy, SAG-AFTRA actor, New York City). Shes a very talented writer and weve produced several of her shows (Steven Barrett, artistic director, Love Creek Productions).
This book contains eight recent plays, one-act as well as full length, and all from Manhattan. Some were in major New York theatre festivals and thus selected from international competition; others were fully produced by private theatre companies in the city. Several of the theatres were in or adjacent to Times Square. Production was especially gratifying when locations such as The Theatre at St. Clements, one of the first major off-Broadway venues utilized by the truly greats, were available. One of the shorter plays, Thy Neighbor!, appeared almost simultaneously at two different Manhattan theatres. In all productions the actors were a delightful and effective mix of both aspiring professionals and seasoned members of Equity. Photographs as well as programs of performances are included in this volume. The plays themselves are poignant and funnystories of all different kinds of people. Although of varied ethnicities and lifestyles, in the end they prove often to be very much the same, predictably human. The plays in this book are meant to be both preserved and shared. They are yours for the reading and producing. To Buttzville and Beyond, Its a delightful play. Van Dirk Fisher, founder and Artistic Director, The Riant Theatre, (Strawberry Festival Theatre and Strawberry Theatre Festival), New York To Buttzville and Beyond, the writing is very good this situation was wonderfully drawn Nichole Donj, actor, director, producer, New York. Founder of The Artists Playground Theatre, New York Visiting Hours is a superb play. I was really touched by the story.very beautifully written. Kelly Karavites, actor, New York (AEA, SAG-AFTRA) These plays are sensitive, insightful, and thoroughly entertaining! Stanley Hart, writer for The Carol Burnett Show and winner of multiple Emmy Awards.
That's What She Said! 366 Leadership Quotes by Women is a quote book from women leaders for anyone who leads. It is a celebration and affirmation of women's words on leadership. We dare speak our own truth about power, confidence, communication, purposefulness, collaboration, and support because our words do matter. Taking quotes from speeches and books, interviews and articles, conversations and notes, leadership development expert Dr. Jeanne Porter King has compiled a volume that both women and men, seasoned leaders and aspiring leaders alike, can find empowering as they strive to lead effectively and help others grow. This book highlights the wisdom of national leaders, corporate executives, first ladies, civic leaders, business owners, ministry leaders, authors, poets, actresses, singers, activists, screenwriters, and some fictional characters that lead. There s a quote for every day of the year, including a leap year. And the quotes are arranged in categories such as courageous leadership, authentic leadership, and power-full leadership to name a few. Not your typical quote book, That's What She Said also features a bio for every woman quoted and cites the sources for each quote. If you are a leader looking for a daily dose of inspiration on how to lead well, That's What She Said will motivate you.
A sequel to Porter's first book, Leading Ladies, which explored how the Bible supports women in leadership, this volume delves deeper, providing insights into growing into leadership, leading through adversity, challenging the status quo, and seeing leadership potential in unexpected people. Nine scripturally based studies examine lessons of leadership from specific women of the Bible. From Eve, we discover how to unlock our leadership potential; from Esther, we learn about leadership formation from within. Each chapter includes a summary page of empowerment principles, as well as a series of questions for personal reflection or groups.
This book will make you giggle and brush away a tear or two as you take a revealing journey into the extraordinary sacred relationship between a mother and daughter. This journey is made more special because it is an adult daughter and mother. As you read the book, it is like eavesdropping into the lives of two incredible women as they share their parallel stories. I recommend this book be read by mothers and daughters together because there is tenderness the mother can share about being young, in love, vulnerable, passionate and private dreams. For the young ladies who are not yet an adult, read this book as a primer to the legacy that awaits you and the relationship you will discover with your mother as an adult daughter...This book is like a great comforter on a chilly night. It makes me long for the adult relationship I never had with my mother who died when I was 11 years old.
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