8,789 Words of Wisdom

Author: Barbara Ann Kipfer
Publisher: Workman Publishing
ISBN: 076111730X
Category : Self-Help
Languages : en
Pages : 625

Book Description
8,789 Words Of Wisdom is brimming with great advice, maxims, sayings and saws, proverbs, precepts and truths-8,789 of them, to be exact. Turn to any spot in the book and there is the secret to living a happier, healthier, saner, more productive life. Learn to unlearn. Appreciate the questions as much as the answers. Stretch beyond what is comfortable. There are folksy expressions polished smooth over time: If you think you can, you can. Experience is the best teacher. Quotes: Those who know don't speak, those who speak don't know (Lao-tzu). Even if you're on the right track, you'll get run over if you just sit there (Will Rogers). Unexpected turns: Listen with your eyes. Good judgment comes from experience and experience comes from bad judgment. Taken together it's the ultimate source of self-improvement.

The Leadership Gap

Author: Lolly Daskal
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1101981377
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 242

Book Description
Do people see you as the kind of leader you want to be? Are your strongest leadership qualities getting in the way of your greatness? After decades of advising and inspiring some of the most eminent chief executives in the world, Lolly Daskal has uncovered a startling pattern: within each leader are powerful abilities that are also hidden impediments to greatness. She’s witnessed many highly driven, overachieving leaders rise to prominence fueled by well-honed skill sets, only to falter when the shadow sides of the same skills emerge. Now Daskal reveals her proven system, which leaders at any level can apply to dramatically improve their results. It begins with identifying your distinctive leadership archetype and recognizing its shadow: ■ The Rebel, driven by confidence, becomes the Imposter, plagued by self-doubt. ■ The Explorer, fueled by intuition, becomes the Exploiter, master of manipulation. ■ The Truth Teller, who embraces candor, becomes the Deceiver, who creates suspicion. ■ The Hero, embodying courage, becomes the Bystander, an outright coward. ■ The Inventor, brimming with integrity, becomes the Destroyer, who is morally corrupt. ■ The Navigator, trusts and is trusted, becomes the Fixer, endlessly arrogant. ■ The Knight, for whom loyalty is everything, becomes the Mercenary, who is perpetually self-serving. Using psychology, philosophy, and her own experience, Daskal offers a breakthrough perspective on leadership. She’ll take you inside some of the most cloistered boardrooms, let you in on deeply personal conversations with industry leaders, and introduce you to luminaries who’ve changed the world. Her insights will help you rethink everything you know to become the leader you truly want to be.

Wow

Author: Maneseh
Publisher: AuthorHouse
ISBN: 1477228012
Category : Self-Help
Languages : en
Pages : 61

Book Description
Words of Wisdom is a collection of Words, phrases, and parables, designed to help inspire and motivate individuals who search for success in business and joy in everyday life. This book was created as an easy to carry and read manifesto for well-being and healthy living. Strive for excellence always, and youll never live a day in regret. Mr. David E. Sherman Jr.

You Can!

Author: Watty Piper
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1524788791
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 41

Book Description
The classic character that has inspired generations of children to believe in themselves will now inspire readers of every age in this book filled with encouraging words of wisdom. Everybody needs a little downtime for maintenance. There will always be obstacles you don't anticipate. Wake up ready for an adventure. The Little Engine That Could is one of the most popular and enduring children's stories of all time, and for more than eighty-five years, this classic character has encouraged readers to try their hardest to achieve their dreams. This story of determination and inspiration has now been reimagined in a charming, illustrated gift book that will speak to readers no matter what the age and no matter what the challenge. This is the perfect gift for graduation, and for everyone who may need to be reminded, "You Can!"

Spurgeon's Gems ...

Author: Charles Haddon Spurgeon
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Homiletical illustrations
Languages : en
Pages : 370

Book Description

Illuminating Wisdom

Author: Dr. Craig Hassed
Publisher: Exisle Publishing
ISBN: 9781925335354
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Illuminating Wisdom brings art and wisdom together in a beautiful celebration of some of the world's most inspiring philosophical, spiritual and literary quotes. Approximately 80 quotes have been drawn from some of the great wisdom and literary traditions of both East and West, as well as from inspiring people throughout history noted for their practical wisdom. These quotes have been set to exquisite calligraphy by Deirdre Hassed, a leading professional calligrapher, in a range of styles - from the traditional to the contemporary, and making use of many and varied techniques such as gilding, collage, work on glass, letterpress and linoprinting. Accompanying each artwork is text by Craig Hassed, an international expert in mindfulness, that provides background on the quote's author, explores the wisdom tradition to which it belongs, and offers deep insight into the meaning of the quote. The result is a book that is both a work of art and a collection of wisdom that will educate and inspire.

Words of Wisdom

Author: Kenneth Cloke
Publisher: Goodmedia Press
ISBN: 9781732704619
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 546

Book Description
Gathered by Kenneth Cloke and illustrated by Brad Heckman, this collection of interesting, insightful and inspiring quotes will excite and energize you, enrich your wisdom, and encourage you to use what you learn to improve your life and the lives of others. Some are simply beautiful, or elegant, or so profound they will take your breath away. What links them is their honesty and courage, their pursuit of what is true, and their ability to force us out of the rut of accepted, established beliefs that are too simple, too comfortable, too orthodox to match the complexity of our lives.

Words of Wisdom

Author: Gareth Southwell
Publisher: Quercus Books
ISBN: 9780857382313
Category : Philosophy
Languages : en
Pages : 368

Book Description
Words of Wisdom brings together 360 of Philosophy's most famous quotations, explaining their meaning and telling the stories behind them. Western philosophy may be said to have begun in ancient Greece, where, inscribed in his temple at Delphi, the words of the god Apollo commanded those who sought wisdom to first 'know thyself'. With the author's usual humour and clarity of style, the whole 2,500 year history of philosophy is laid bare. Each quote is set in the context of its cultural background, author biography and general outlook; trends are highlighted, links established, and influences traced, all in a way that is entertaining, thought-provoking, and even fun. Words of Wisdom is the perfect book for those who always wanted to ask what philosophy was about, but were afraid they might not understand the answer.

Three-Word Wisdom

Author: Joy Barker
Publisher: FriesenPress
ISBN: 1460271564
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 129

Book Description
Navigating the events of everyday life, we who have chosen the Christian path or are seeking faith may sometimes feel a sense of disillusionment with the relevance of spirituality in today's world. Even when faced with great disappointment or loss, it may be hard to remember Christ's teachings when we need them most. As Joy Barker and Bernie Potvin show us, however, the wisdom of scripture underlies all our experiences - every joy, sorrow, failure, and choice. Brimming with personal insight, Three-Word Wisdom is a love-invested collection of twenty-eight stories that encompass the authors' lives, from Joy's heartfelt reflections and the birth of her beloved son with Down syndrome, to Bernie's thought-provoking experiences as a father and teacher. Each story is coupled with an inspirational quote from the ages of literature and scripture that is aimed at encouraging reflection and unlocking emotion, guiding us towards a renewed sense of faith. Whether you are a new or longstanding believer, a parent or teacher, Three-Word Wisdom provides an intimate and approachable perspective from which to find inspiration and fulfillment in your daily relationships with others, yourself, the world, and God....

Morning and Evening Meditations from the Word of God

Author: Michael J. Akers
Publisher: WestBow Press
ISBN: 1490829180
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 768

Book Description
There are many devotional books available containing brief, daily inspirations that benefit all who read them. This book is different in two respects. The first is obvious: it contains two readings per day—732 in all. The second, more important difference is that the author wanted to do more than offer inspiration; this would make this book no different than so many others. The messages in the book are study sketches in that the content is not only inspirational, but also educational, challenging, and encouraging. Most of these writings were based on author Michael J. Akers’s teaching of adult Bible studies for more than thirty years and learning what really brought adults to want to deepen their knowledge and application of the Word of God.