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this book provides readings that could form the basis of daily meditation, consulted for perspective when a specific issue arises, or both. It seeks to instill a mindset of emotional intelligence that can then fuel the pursuit of meaningful, lasting change.
List of contents
1. Title,
Tool: Your Library, 2. Purpose, 3. Pursuit, 4. Opportunity, 5. Self-Importance, Tool: Quote Archive, 6. Perspective, 7. Role, 8. Duty, 9. Perception, 10. Pretense, 11. Work, 12. Obstacle, 13. Achievement, 14. Reward, 15. Humility, 16. Versatility,
Tool: Pocket Cards, 17. Diplomacy, 18. Flexibility, 19. Agility, 20. Nurture, 21. Intentionality,
Tool: Impact Matrix, 22. Hypotheticals, 23. Progress, 24. Scope,
Tool: Envision Your Customer, 25. Resurrect, 26. Increments, 27. Value, 28. Dissent, 29. Simplicity, 30. Weaponization, 31. Favoritism, 32. Drive, 33. Resources,
Tool: Force Fields, 34. Conservation, 35. Success, 36. Unity,
Tool: Team-Centered Leadership, 37. Strength, 38. Acceptance, 39. Elevation, 40. Impact, 41. Role,
Tool: Visualize Everything, 42. Enmity, 43. Control, 44. Fault, 45. Manipulation, 46. Conceit, 47. Substance, 48. Gossip, 49. Arrogance,
Tool: Perception Is Your Reality, 50. Waves, 51. Braggadocio, 52. Ramifications, 53. Experience, 54. Learning, 55. Coaching,
Tool: PIN Feedback, 56. Introspection, 57. Growth, 58. Power, 59. Ownership, 60. Stewardship,
Tool: The Right Fit, 61. Journey, 62. Readiness,
Tool: 'Firefighting'--Rapid Reaction Change, 63. Character, 64. Ripples, 65. Questioning, 66. Evolution, 67. People, 68. Action, 69. Honesty, 70. Protection, 71. Team, 72. Practice,
Tool: Change Perspective, 73. Accessibility, 74. Commands, 75. Effort, 76. Advancement
About the author
Don Arp, Jr., Ph.D. has held several leadership roles including as a founder and deputy director for a state-level process improvement center and as a deputy director in a social services agency. Don has served as a cabinet member in the administration of a former governor of Nebraska and is currently an executive director in the public sector.
He is a writer, researcher, and leader, with years of experience in public and private sector compliance, oversight, investigations, operational excellence, management assessment, and executive leadership.
Don is a Phi Beta Kappa graduate of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts with Highest Distinction in history and a Master of Arts in anthropology (specializing in archaeology). In 2019, Don received his doctorate in transdisciplinary writing from Middlesex University in London. Don is a Certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt and has had his work published in Six Sigma Forum Magazine and Lean & Six Sigma Review.
Summary
this book provides readings that could form the basis of daily meditation, consulted for perspective when a specific issue arises, or both. It seeks to instill a mindset of emotional intelligence that can then fuel the pursuit of meaningful, lasting change.
