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The character edge : leading and winning with integrity / by Caslen, Robert L.,Jr.,1953-author.; Matthews, Michael D.,author.;
Includes bibliographical references and index."The former superintendent at West Point and a psychologist explain why all successful leaders rely on a foundation of strong character. Among the most successful leaders throughout history-from Abe Lincoln to Rosa Parks, Mahatma Gandhi to Susan B. Anthony, Martin Luther King, Jr. to Nelson Mandela-some were brilliant mathematicians and economists, others were creative visionaries, still others were masterful at strategic planning. Their mastery of their field wasn't the secret to their highly effective leadership. All of their skill, grit, resilience, charisma, and courage emanated from one thing: their strength of character. Character-the moral values and habits of an individual-is in the spotlight now more than perhaps at any other point in modern history. Politicians distort facts. Corporations cheat customers and investors. Athletes are caught using illegal supplements. In addition to harming our culture at large, these failures of character have a profound and undermining impact on leadership. The authors of this book are experts on the value of character, its correlation with successful leadership, and how to build it in individuals and prospective leaders. General Robert L. Caslen, Jr. served the US Army for over 43 years and served as Superintendent at the US Military Academy at West Point. Psychologist Dr. Michael D. Matthews is a Professor of Engineering Psychology at West Point who has focused on the psychology of character for years. Together they witnessed firsthand that raw talent is not enough to stand on its own; successful leadership relies on the critical foundation of a strong character. In The Character Edge they leverage their perspectives to offer an empowering, story-driven argument-backed by the latest scientific research-that character is vital to success. They give readers the tools to build and sustain character in themselves and their organizations by testing readers' strengths of the gut, head and heart and teaching how to build trust and nurture the seeds of character"--
Subjects: Character.; Executive ability.; Integrity.; Leadership.;

Multipliers : how the best leaders make everyone smarter / by Wiseman, Liz,author.; Covey, Stephen R.,writer of foreword.;
Includes bibliographical references and index.Weve all had experience with two dramatically different types of leaders. The first type - Diminishers - drains intelligence, energy, and capability from the people around them and always needs to be the smartest person in the room. On the other side of the spectrum - Multipliers - are leaders who use their intelligence to amplify the smarts and capabilities of the people around them. In analyzing data from more than 150 leaders, Wiseman has identified five disciplines that distinguish Multipliers from Diminishers. These five disciplines are not based on innate talent; indeed, they are skills and practices that everyone can learn to useeven lifelong and recalcitrant Diminishers. Lively, real-world case studies and practical tips and techniques bring to life each of these principles, showing you how to become a Multiplier too, whether you are a new or an experienced manager. This revered classic has been updated with new examples of Multipliers, as well as two new chapters one on accidental Diminishers, and one on how to deal with Diminishers. Just imagine what you could accomplish if you could harness all the energy and intelligence around you. Multipliers will show you how.
Subjects: Employee motivation.; Excellence.; Executive ability.; Leadership.;

Radical candor : how to be a kick-ass boss without losing your humanity / by Scott, Kim Malone,author.;
Subjects: Executive ability.; Leadership.; Personnel management.; Corporate culture.;

How to start a worm bin : your guide to getting started with worm composting / by Owen, Henry(Executive Director of the Nature Discovery Center);
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Subjects: Earthworm culture.; Vermicomposting.; Compost.;

Strong ground : the lessons of daring leadership, the tenacity of paradox, the wisdom of the human spirit / by Brown, Brené,author.;
Includes bibliographical references and index."Over the past six years, Brené Brown, along with a global community of coaches and facilitators, has taken more than 150,000 leaders in 45 countries through her Dare to Lead courage-building work. In Strong Ground, Brown shares the lessons from these experiences along with wisdom from other thinkers. This is a vital playbook for everyone from senior leaders developing and executing complex strategies to Gen Z-ers entering and navigating turbulent work environments. It is also an unflinching assessment of what happens when we continue to perpetuate the falsehood that performance and wholeheartedness are mutually exclusive. With equal amounts of optimism and caution about AI, Brown writes, 'I hear a lot of experts trying to soothe people's anxiety about the pace of technological change by offering platitudes like, What makes us human will ensure our relevance. This is dangerous simply because, right now, we're not especially good at what makes us human. We're not hardwired for this level of uncertainty, and many of us feel as if the constant need to self-protect is driving the humanity right out of us. This is why organizational transformation today must foster deep connection, deep thinking, and deep collaboration. We need the courage to lead people in a way that honors and protects the wisdom of the human spirit.' Brown offers a broad assessment of the skill sets and mindsets we need moving forward, including the capacity for respectful and difficult conversations, increased productive urgency and smart prioritization rather than reactivity, and strategic risk-taking, paradoxical thinking, and situational and anticipatory awareness skills. She identifies the toughest skill set as the discipline, humility, and confidence to unlearn and relearn. Brown writes, 'Individuals and organizations are building new muscles. Finding our strong ground -- that athletic stance -- is the only thing that can provide both unwavering stability in a maelstrom of uncertainty and a platform for the fast, explosive change that the world is demanding'"--
Subjects: Executive ability.; Leadership.; Success in business.;

Lean in : women, work, and the will to lead / by Sandberg, Sheryl.; Scovell, Nell.;
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Subjects: Sandberg, Sheryl.; Leadership in women.; Women executives.;
© c2013., Alfred A. Knopf,

Clemency [videorecording] / by Chukwu, Chinonye,film director,screenwriter.; Woodard, Alfre,1953-actor.; Hodge, Aldis,actor.; Pierce, Wendell,actor.; O'Neill, Michael(Actor),actor.; Garrett, LaMonica,actor.; Branco, Eric,director of photography.; Housen, Phyllis,editor of moving image work.; Bostic, Kathryn,composer (expression); Universal Pictures Home Entertainment (Firm),publisher,film distributor.;
Cinematography by Eric Branco ; edited by Phyllis Housen ; music by Kathryn Bostic.Alfre Woodard, Wendell Pierce, Aldis Hodge, Michael O'Neill, LaMonica Garrett, Richard Schiff, Vernee Watson, Danielle Brooks.A prison warden sees a series of executions put a strain on her marriage, career, and convictions.Canadian Home Video Rating: PG.MPAA rating: R.DVD ; widescreen presentation ; Dolby Digital 5.1.
Subjects: Fiction films.; Feature films.; Executions and executioners; Prison wardens;
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The conscious parent's guide to executive functioning disorder : a mindful approach for helping your child focus and learn / by Branstetter, Rebecca.;
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Subjects: Self-control in children.; Executive functions (Neuropsychology); Child development.; Child psychology.;

Smart but scattered--and stalled : 10 steps to help young adults use their executive skills to set goals, make a plan, and successfully leave the nest / by Guare, Richard,author.; Guare, Colin,author.; Dawson, Peg,author.;
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Subjects: Young adults; Life skills.; Executive ability.;

First sight : a novel / by Steel, Danielle.;
Subjects: Domestic fiction.; Love stories.; Clothing trade; Fashion; Women executives;
© c2013., Delacorte Press,

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