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Books, Growth and Success

February 12, 2019 by 2FishCo Admin Leave a Comment

I want you to be the first to have access to my upcoming book, “Uniquely You,” available for pre-order now.  Here’s your look at the third chapter… Part I: You Can’t Read “You can’t read,” said my second-grade teacher Mrs. Names, “and you do not know your alphabet.” Even as a second grader, I knew this was a problem. Mrs. Names had asked me to stay in at recess to talk. The truth is, it wasn’t unusual for me to be asked to stay after class, but this time was different. After … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Book Excerpt, Education Tagged With: books, growth, Learning, lifelong learning, reading, sacrifice

167: How to Write a Book: 5 Simple Steps

September 17, 2018 by Ron Kitchens 1 Comment

When writers die they become books, which is, after all, not too bad an incarnation. —Jorge Luis Borges On Today’s Episode: Ron talks with Chad Allen, author coach extraordinaire The 5 steps to writing a book Pros and cons of traditional publishing and self-publishing The importance of “book camp” Chad’s gift to our listeners: Success trail map (text PUBLISH to 444999) How an agent adds value Chad has been a tremendous help and wonderful friend through my current … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Podcasts Tagged With: Always Forward, Author, books, Carla Sones, Chad R Allen, development, growth, leadership, podcast, professional development, Publishing, Ron Kitchens, self-publishing, writer, Writing, writing a book

151: Leadership Interview: Todd Henry

May 14, 2018 by ron kitchens Leave a Comment

todd henry

If you're problem-solving, then you're being creative. That's essentially what creativity is at the heart. - Todd Henry On Today’s Episode: Todd Henry, author of the book Herding Tigers: Be the Leader That Creative People Need How Todd came up with the title of the book Creativity can be found in every area of an organization What role trust plays in creative work The two factors that must be present in order for people to do their best work No-fly zones … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Podcasts Tagged With: Always Forward, books, continuous growth, creative leadership, development, growth, Herding Tigers, leadership, no fly zones, podcast, professional development, Ron Kitchens, Todd Henry

Top Leadership Books

June 7, 2016 by ron kitchens Leave a Comment

The book you don’t read won’t help. – Jim Rohn Thanks for joining us today on the Always Forward Leadership Podcast. Tim and I dive right into today’s conversation about the leadership books that have had a major impact on both of us throughout our careers. If you’re looking for material to take your leadership to the next level, or perhaps you’re looking for some recommendations to guide your team through a shared book club experience, you’ll love today’s discussion. Not only do we … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Podcasts Tagged With: Always Forward, Andy Stanley, book club, books, development, education, Jim Collins, Kalamazoo, leadership, Ron Kitchens, Seth Godin, Simon Sinek, Southwest Michigan First

Beach Reading

February 26, 2016 by ron kitchens Leave a Comment

The book you don’t read won’t help. – Jim Rohn Spring break is just around the corner – something I know the Michiganders who read this blog are beyond excited about. Whether you’re planning to hit the beach in the next month or two, or stay home and enjoy a “stay-cation” on your couch, one of the best ways to unwind and invest in yourself during spring break is through reading a great book. This is a time of year when I look forward to packing up a bag full of books that have been on my list … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Education, Leadership Tagged With: Always Forward, books, good reads, Kalamazoo, leadership, lifelong learning, reading, Ron Kitchens, Southwest Michigan First

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