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  • Leadership: The Art of Inspiring People to Be Their Best

    Craig B Whelden, David Bramlett

    eBook (New Insights Press, March 19, 2019)
    THE WINNER OF MULTIPLE AWARDS and a #1 INTERNATIONAL BEST-SELLER, this book vividly brings to life 50 years of leadership and life lessons, told in a compelling and sometimes very personal way. A master storyteller, the author does this in 24 easily digestible chapters, starting with "character," the basic building block for all great leaders. From there, he addresses the importance of trust, four different methods of mentoring, delivering under pressure, setting organizational expectations, breaking down cultural barriers, effective communications, leaving a legacy, risk management, and many more topics that have everyday application for all of us.Widely acclaimed by dozens of corporate leaders and senior military leaders, he has the unique ability to connect to readers through storytelling and takeaways that anyone can then apply: in the corporate world, the non-profit community, or simply in your everyday life. Two bonus appendixes are included that are tools he personally used as a senior leader in the military: his "Philosophy of Command" -- time tested over 30 years -- and a self-reflection on himself as a leader titled "Whelden on Whelden." You will not be disappointed!FROM THE BACK COVER:"Craig Whelden is a true servant leader, with this book representing the latest chapter in his life of service" -- Pete Geren, former Secretary of the Army"If you have even the slightest interest in the art of inspiring people, this is a must read." -- GENERAL Gordon Sullivan, 32d Army Chief of Staff"Filled with inspirational leadership nuggets for everyone." -- GENERAL Ann Dunwoody, U.S. Army (Retired), America's first female four-star general"Leadership does not exist in a vacuum; it is as effective as one's ability to communicate, motivate, and activate. That's Craig!" -- Jennifer Sabas, Chief of Staff for Daniel K. Inouye, former U.S. Senator and Medal of Honor recipient"Time spent with this book will be time well spent." -- ADMIRAL Timothy J. Keating, U.S. Navy (Retired)"This book will become a ready reference for leadership challenges throughout your life." -- Lieutenant General Terry "Guts" Robling, USMC (Retired)"The three people I most enjoy listening to and learning from: Tony Robbins, Stephen Covey, and Craig Whelden." -- Roger Cross, Birmingham, England
  • Saving Wild: Inspiration From 50 Leading Conservationists

    Lori Robinson, Jane Goodall

    Paperback (New Insights Press, Feb. 12, 2016)
    Full of inspiration and hope, this book is an antidote for anyone who suffers from ecological despair over the current state of our planets wildlife and wild places. Lori Robinson sought out fifty of the world’s leading conservationists, men, and women who have devoted their lives to save some of the most endangered species and the most threatened areas on earth. To each, she posed the question: How do you stay inspired? This book is the result. Among the people Robinson interviewed are wildlife filmmakers Beverly and Dereck Joubert, elephant experts Daphne Sheldrick, Cynthia Moss, and Joyce Poole, and ocean warrior Paul Watson. She spoke with Kristine McDivitt Tompkins, former CEO of Patagonia, and with Laura Turner, daughter of one of America’s most prominent conservationists. In the foreword, Jane Goodall explains that she finds hope in the indomitable human spirit “embodied in the people who tackle seemingly impossible problems, and refuse to give up, and who so often succeed — like the inspirational people in this book.”
  • The Combat Codes

    Alexander Darwin

    eBook (Insight Forge Press, Jan. 8, 2016)
    We fight, so the rest shall not have to.In a world where single combat determines the fate of nations, the Grievar fight so that the rest can remain at peace.Cego is a mysterious Grievar boy forced to fight his way out of the slave Circles into the world's most prestigious combat school. At the Lyceum, Cego will learn a variety of martial arts from eclectic teachers, develop deep bonds of friendship and fight against contentious rivals to climb the school's rankings. But, Cego will find far more than combat studies at the Lyceum. He will find the mystery of his past unraveled by forces greater than he could ever imagine.
  • The Cash in the Hat

    Mitch Anthony, Greg Wimmer

    Hardcover (Insights Press, Jan. 15, 2009)
    Families need to understand the importance of getting their debt under control in a way that will make them stand up, take notice, and take action. How much they spend is the only financial issue totally within their control. In a style that is reminiscent of Dr. Seuss but fortified with the common sense of Warren Buffet, The Cash in the Hat is a simple story that delivers a powerful message in an entertaining way: if you don t get your financial house in order, you're sunk. Based on feedback and requests from financial professionals for a tool that will help them get the word out about understanding the importance of financial discipline, Mitch Anthony and artist Greg Wimmer, have created a beautifully illustrated book to help families understand the importance of living within their means. If you or someone you know hasn t responded well to charts, checklists, graphs, or 350-page tomes about how to be a better investor, The Cash in the Hat is the perfect way to help drive home the message of fiscal responsibility. Mitch is committed to helping every investor in America understand the importance of taking control of their financial future without being berated, bulldozed, or bullied. The Cash in the Hat drives home the message of financial fitness in an entertaining way that both adults and their children can appreciate.
  • The Bean is not Green

    Mitch Anthony, Greg Wimmer

    Hardcover (Insights Press, Nov. 16, 2010)
    A follow-up to the enormously popular 'The Cash in the Hat', Mitch Anthony's newest book teaches investors and others about the importance of patience and paying attention. About the Author: Mitch Anthony is the founder and president of The Financial Life Planning Institute. For more than a decade, he has been a force for change in how financial advisors communicate with their clients. Mr. Anthony is a prolific author who has written several groundbreaking books, including StorySelling for Financial Advisors and The New Retirementality. Mr. Anthony is a regular source for the media, and has been cited in the Wall Street Journal and New York Times. His radio program, 'The Daily Dose' is heard on approximately 100 radio stations across the United States.
  • Where Did the Money Go?

    Mitch Anthony, Greg Wimmer

    Hardcover (Insights Press, Feb. 1, 2015)
    Good financial habits take time, patience, and persistence but that doesn't mean learning about them needs to be boring. In the final volume of Mitch Anthony's The Financial Lit-Kit, readers will learn the importance of budgeting and sticking to a plan as they help Private 'Eye' Guy and his Lost Money Hound solve the mystery of what happened to Molly and Wally's money. Both children and parents will discover what transpires when they don't pay attention, and instead allow impulsive decisions and unscrupulous people to make decisions for them. Beautifully illustrated and fun to read, 'Where Did the Money Go?' will help all family members understand the importance of living within their means. The book can be read alone, or in conjunction with 'The Cash in the Hat' and 'The Bean is Not Green'. When it comes to learning about money, study after study has shown that not teaching kids about the importance of managing money responsibly can lead to bad money decisions later in life.
  • The Last of Us: The Poster Collection

    . Naughty Dog

    Paperback (Insights, April 29, 2014)
    Definitive poster set from one of the biggest hits and most exciting debuts in gaming today.Filled with haunting imagery of a dystopian world, The Last of Us: The Poster Collection showcases beautifully rendered visuals from the acclaimed video game. Featuring a striking selection of forty removable posters, this collection contains full-color art of the characters, environments, and key scenes of the post-apocalyptic masterpiece. With incredible images of Joel and Ellie as they trek through eerie landscapes, fight off terrifying swarms of the Infected, and navigate a bleak wasteland, this poster book will take fans back to the immersive world of The Last of Us. Armed with a compelling narrative and gripping, intelligent game play, the best-selling and critically acclaimed The Last of Us has ensnared gamers all over the world with its grim tale of survival. Set in the aftermath of a global epidemic that brings civilization to its knees, this enthralling game follows an unlikely pair of survivors as they trek across the decimated country, fighting off ruthless bandits and ferocious swarms of the Infected.
  • Saving Wild: Inspiration from 50 Leading Conservationists

    Lori Robinson, Jane Goodall

    eBook (New Insights Press, Feb. 11, 2016)
    Fifty of the world's leading conservationists answer the question: How I Stay Inspired despite all the negative issues facing the world's wildlife and wild places today.
  • Grievar's Blood

    Alexander Darwin

    eBook (Insight Forge Press, Jan. 28, 2020)
    In a world where single combat determines the fate of nations, the Grievar fight in the Circles so that the rest can remain at peace. But given the stakes, things are never so simple. The Daimyo govern from the shadows and plot to gain an edge by unnaturally enhancing their Grievar Knights.Cego and his team enter year two at the world's most prestigious combat school, the Lyceum. Though he'd like to focus on his martial studies, Cego feels the pull of his mysterious past and two missing brothers.Solara Halberd, daughter of the fighting legend, embarks on her own quest to bury the past. She must utilize every lesson her father taught her to explore unknown lands where evil lurks in the shadows.
  • A Letter to the Pope

    Jennifer Wortham

    eBook (New Insights Press, Dec. 15, 2018)
    A Letter to the Pope - The Keeper of the Nest is a moving account of clergy child sexual abuse in the Catholic Church. It is the story about what happened to my family, who were all victims of the Church’s betrayal. It explains why I left the Church after learning about my brothers having been abused by a priest. But it is also a story about the power of forgiveness and renewed faith, and my hope for the future of the Church.
  • Leadership: The Art of Inspiring People to Be Their Best

    Craig B Whelden, GEN David A Bramlett

    Paperback (New Insights Press, March 20, 2019)
    THE WINNER OF MULTIPLE AWARDS and a #1 INTERNATIONAL BEST SELLER, this book vividly brings to life 50 years of leadership and life lessons, told in a compelling and sometimes very personal way. A master storyteller, the author does this in 24 easily digestible chapters, starting with "character," the basic building block for all great leaders. From there, he addresses the importance of trust, four different methods of mentoring, delivering under pressure, setting organizational expectations, breaking down cultural barriers, effective communications, leaving a legacy, risk management, and many more topics that have everyday application for all of us.Widely acclaimed by dozens of corporate leaders and senior military leaders, he has the unique ability to connect to readers through storytelling and takeaways that anyone can then apply: in the corporate world, the non-profit community, or simply in your everyday life. Two bonus appendices are included that are tools he personally used as a senior leader in the military: his "Philosophy of Command" -- time tested over 30 years -- and a self-reflection on himself as a leader titled "Whelden on Whelden."You will not be disappointed!FROM THE BACK COVER:"Craig Whelden is a true servant leader, with this book representing the latest chapter in his life of service." -- Pete Geren, Former Secretary of the Army"If you have even the slightest interest in the art of inspiring people, this is a must read." -- GENERAL Gordon Sullivan, 32d Army Chief of Staff"Filled with inspirational leadership nuggets for everyone." -- GENERAL Ann Dunwoody, America's first female four-star general"Leadership does not exist in a vacuum, it is as effective as one's ability to communicate, motivate, and activate. That's Craig!' -- Jennifer Sabas, Chief of Staff for Daniel K. Inouye, former U.S. Senator and Medal of Honor recipient"Time spent with this book will be time well spent."-- ADMIRAL Tim Keating, U.S. Navy (retired)"This book will become a ready reference for leadership challenges throughout your life." -- Lieutenant General Terry "Guts" Robling, USMC (retired)"The three people I most enjoy listening to and learning from: Tony Robbins, Stephen Covey, and Craig Whelden." -- Roger Cross, Birmingham, England
  • African American History: Slavery, Underground Railroad, People including Harriet Tubman, Martin Luther King Jr., Malcolm X, Frederick Douglass and Rosa ...

    Adam Brown, Stella John

    eBook (History Insights Press, Dec. 30, 2016)
    Discover the REAL truth behind African American History.You will be amazed to learn about some of the great African Americans and their legacies.Here is a Sneak Peek of What you will Learn:Slavery of African AmericansUnderground Railroad and Harriet TubmanFrederick DouglassMalcolm XRosa ParksAnd much, much, moreSubjects include: History of the Railroad, Civil War, March on Washington, Nation of Islam, Montgomery Bus Boycott, Biographies of Famous People and much more!Praise for African American History:"Overall, a great little survey into African American History.""The author did a lot of research and the book is presented in an organized manner""Great deal for the price. The amount of information you get in here dwarfs many other books I have read""Recommended for everyone. There is a rich history in here to be learned.""Great way to learn about African American history and Black History Month"< /li>Take action and get this book now!