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15 Things You Should Know: Wisdom for Life's Journey is all about life, or more appropriately, it is a reflection of life's journey. As you will discover, the book is loaded with great quotes, fun facts, tips, life lessons, and relevant content for the ages. They're all designed to make you pause, laugh, think, question, and thoughtfully consider where you are today in your journey and the opportunities and challenges that are ahead. You'll also find a few I-had-no-idea and what-the-heck moments, as well as lots of random thoughts thrown in for good measure, just to hold your attention and keep things interesting. Each chapter is a collection of my own home remedies, suggested actions, and answers to things you need to know that apply in business and to all other areas of life as well—a compilation derived from my personal life experiences, more than 175 articles I have written over the years, and the research conducted on the selected chapter topics. From the "The Journey" to "The End?," 15 Things You Should Know: Wisdom for Life's Journey will educate, encourage, challenge, and inspire you to continue to change, grow, and accomplish great things throughout your lifetime and, most importantly, to make a positive difference in the lives of others.
15 Things You Should Know: Wisdom for Life's Journey is all about life, or more appropriately, is all about life, or more appropriately, it is a reflection of life's journey. As you will discover, the book is loaded with great quotes, fun facts, tips, life lessons, and relevant content for the ages. They're all designed to make you pause, laugh, think, question, and thoughtfully consider where you are today in your journey and the opportunities and challenges that are ahead. You'll also find a few I-had-no-idea and what-the-heck moments, as well as lots of random thoughts thrown in for good measure, just to hold your attention and keep things interesting. Each chapter is a collection of my own home remedies, suggested actions, and answers to things you need to know that apply in business and to all other areas of life as well--a compilation derived from my personal life experiences, more than 175 articles I have written over the years, and the research conducted on the selected chapter topics. From the "The Journey" to "The End?," 15 Things You Should Know: Wisdom for Life's Journey will educate, encourage, challenge, and inspire you to continue to change, grow, and accomplish great things throughout your lifetime and, most importantly, to make a positive difference in the lives of others.
It doesn’t matter if you’re the lowest person on the totem pole at work—you are a leader. Whether it’s on the job, within your family, at church, in clubs, or as a friend, you are called to be a leader on a daily basis. In this book of African animal fables, John Andrew Carroll, a successful CEO who grew up surrounded by wildlife and war in Zimbabwe, explores how to: • be a trusted and compassionate human being as you lead and serve others; • develop team members who are engaged, enthusiastic, and inspired; • learn, grow, and adapt as a leader, and help others do the same. These lessons and more are shared in a series of captivating, short fables that feature a self-doubting lion, a belligerent rhinoceros, a cute and kind meerkat, a curious young elephant, a conceited leopard, and a chattering monkey. Each fable highlights a key aspect of what makes an effective leader in today’s world. Full of wisdom, wit, and simple pleasure, this book is a celebration of what it means to be human in a changed and changing world.
This new, authoritative commentary on the Gospel of Luke epitomizes the New Testament Library series. Combining scholarly rigor and theological insight, Carroll not only focuses on the Gospel text but also makes frequent reference to Luke's second volume, the Acts of the Apostles, to show how the two writings work together to present a full picture of the life of Christ and the work of the apostles. In addition, Carroll includes several illuminating notions about special topics in Luke's Gospel: a comparison of the birth announcements to Mary and Zechariah, an examination of the role of women, a discussion of wealth and poverty, and insights on the reign of God and the Roman Empire.
Globalization is becoming a business imperative for survival and growth." During the past two decades, our world has become much more interconnected and global. Are today's leaders equipped to manage the complexity and challenges of a rapidly evolving global society? What are the associated leadership issues we must overcome as members of this new global community? You will discover that Globalization: America's Leadership Challenge Ahead addresses many of these leadership challenges, and provides a strong call to action for each of us to take a more active leadership role in shaping our future while leaving a legacy of hope for generations to come.
When the British occupied the tiny island of Hong Kong during the First Opium War, the Chinese empire was well into its decline, while Great Britain was already in the second decade of its legendary "Imperial Century." From this collision of empires arose a city that continues to intrigue observers. Melding Chinese and Western influences, Hong Kong has long defied easy categorization. John M. Carroll's engrossing and accessible narrative explores the remarkable history of Hong Kong from the early 1800s through the post-1997 handover, when this former colony became a Special Administrative Region of the People's Republic of China. The book explores Hong Kong as a place with a unique identity, yet also a crossroads where Chinese history, British colonial history, and world history intersect. Carroll concludes by exploring the legacies of colonial rule, the consequences of Hong Kong's reintegration with China, and significant developments and challenges since 1997.
At the height of her celebrity, Madeleine Carroll (1906-1987) was the world's highest-paid actress. She worked alongside such greats as Laurence Olivier and Charles Laughton, British directors Victor Saville and Alfred Hitchcock, and Hollywood directors John Ford and Otto Preminger. She also did radio and television shows--all of which she abandoned to become a Red Cross worker. Piecing together long-lost facts, the author describes Carroll's almost indescribable life, narrating her personal highs and lows, as well as her fervent commitment to helping others--particularly child victims of war.
It doesn’t matter if you’re the lowest person on the totem pole at work—you are a leader. Whether it’s on the job, within your family, at church, in clubs, or as a friend, you are called to be a leader on a daily basis. In this book of African animal fables, John Andrew Carroll, a successful CEO who grew up surrounded by wildlife and war in Zimbabwe, explores how to: • be a trusted and compassionate human being as you lead and serve others; • develop team members who are engaged, enthusiastic, and inspired; • learn, grow, and adapt as a leader, and help others do the same. These lessons and more are shared in a series of captivating, short fables that feature a self-doubting lion, a belligerent rhinoceros, a cute and kind meerkat, a curious young elephant, a conceited leopard, and a chattering monkey. Each fable highlights a key aspect of what makes an effective leader in today’s world. Full of wisdom, wit, and simple pleasure, this book is a celebration of what it means to be human in a changed and changing world.
The Gospel of John (A Study Guide for Groups and Teachers) By: John N. Ehrman The Gospel of John (A Study Guide for Groups and Teachers) is a technical analysis of the scriptures, history, and cultural setting depicted in the Gospel of John. Many interpretations have been given to every passage. This particular analysis hopes to discover the meaning behind the scripture, as it was originally intended to be understood.
A Medal of Honor and Distinguished Service Cross nominee traces his 2004 tour of duty in Fallujah, documenting his participation in grueling hand-to-hand battles against insurgents in countless sabotaged homes. Reprint. 50,000 first printing.
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