The next crisis might be here now, or it might be around the corner. In The Prepared Leader: Emerge from Any Crisis More Resilient Than Before, two history-making experts in crisis leadership-James, dean of The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, and Wooten, president of Simmons University-forcefully argue that the time to prepare is always. In no other time in recent history have leaders in every industry and on every continent grappled with so many changes that have independently and simultaneously undermined their ability to lead. The Prepared Leader encapsulates more than two decades of the authors' research to convey how it has positioned them to navigate through the distinct challenges of today and tomorrow. Their insights have implications for every leader in every industry and every worker at every level. In their fast-reading and actionable book, James and Wooten provide tools and frameworks for addressing and learning from crises, and they provide insight into what you need to know to become a Prepared Leader, including: The five phases of crisis management and the skills you need for each phase. They examine how the National Basketball Association and its commissioner, Adam Silver, responded to the COVID-19 pandemic. Making the right decisions under pressure and how to avoid common mistakes. They reveal how Burger King CEO Jose Cil began planning for the aftermath of a crisis right in the middle of one. Building a crisis leadership team and how to lead one that you've inherited. They detail how Wonya Lucas, CEO and President of the Crown Media Family Networks, aligned and mobilized an executive team during a time of crisis. James and Wooten argue that-in addition to people, profit, and the planet-prepared leadership should be the fourth "P" in a company's bottom line. They bring decades of world-renowned research on crisis leadership, diversity and inclusion, management strategy, and positive leadership to the table to help leaders better prepare themselves to lead through crises-and for whatever lies around the corner.

The next crisis might be here now, or it might be around the corner. In The Prepared Leader: Emerge from Any Crisis More Resilient Than Before, two history-making experts in crisis leadership—James, dean of The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, and Wooten, president of Simmons University—forcefully argue that the time to prepare is always. In no other time in recent history have leaders in every industry and on every continent grappled with so many changes that have independently and simultaneously undermined their ability to lead. The Prepared Leader encapsulates more than two decades of the authors’ research to convey how it has positioned them to navigate through the distinct challenges of today and tomorrow. Their insights have implications for every leader in every industry and every worker at every level. In their fast-reading and actionable book, James and Wooten provide tools and frameworks for addressing and learning from crises, and they provide insight into what you need to know to become a Prepared Leader, including: The five phases of crisis management and the skills you need for each phase. They examine how the National Basketball Association and its commissioner, Adam Silver, responded to the COVID-19 pandemic. Making the right decisions under pressure and how to avoid common mistakes. They reveal how Burger King CEO Jose Cil began planning for the aftermath of a crisis right in the middle of one. Building a crisis leadership team and how to lead one that you’ve inherited. They detail how Wonya Lucas, CEO and President of the Crown Media Family Networks, aligned and mobilized an executive team during a time of crisis. James and Wooten argue that—in addition to people, profit, and the planet—prepared leadership should be the fourth “P” in a company’s bottom line. They bring decades of world-renowned research on crisis leadership, diversity and inclusion, management strategy, and positive leadership to the table to help leaders better prepare themselves to lead through crises—and for whatever lies around the corner.

This book unites the latest research in diversity, inclusion, and positive organizational scholarship (POS), to investigate diversity and inclusion dynamics in social systems. Comprised of succinct chapters from thought leaders in the field, this book covers both micro- and macro-levels of analysis, covering topics such as authenticity, mentorship, intersectional identity work, positive deviance, resilience, resource cultivation and utilization, boundary-spanning leadership, strengths-based development, positive workplace interventions to promote well-being, inclusive strategic planning, and the role of diversity in innovation.

This book unites the latest research in diversity, inclusion, and positive organizational scholarship (POS), to investigate diversity and inclusion dynamics in social systems. Comprised of succinct chapters from thought leaders in the field, this book covers both micro- and macro-levels of analysis, covering topics such as authenticity, mentorship, intersectional identity work, positive deviance, resilience, resource cultivation and utilization, boundary-spanning leadership, strengths-based development, positive workplace interventions to promote well-being, inclusive strategic planning, and the role of diversity in innovation.

From three of today's top women leaders in business and academia-seven essential practices for thriving professionally. Women who arrive at the top should be able to thrive at the top. Instead they're judged lucky to survive-even more so with pandemic-era pressures overwhelming their already busy family and professional lives. What if there was a way you could flourish in a senior leadership role as your best self, inspire excellence in your team channeling your own wellbeing and, at the same time, lead a highly fulfilled life? There is-and Arrive and Thrive shows you how. This timely and practice-driven guide reveals 7 practices you can use to thrive as you rise to positions of greater responsibility, risk, and reward-and empower others along the way. Powered by the latest research, boots-on-the-ground experience, and advice from 24 of the world's most successful leaders, the book captures seven practices that help you understand and leverage your unique personal powers so you can thrive in leadership. Three of today's top women leaders in business and academia, the authors hail from very different worlds-each brings a different career path, focus of experience and personal point of view to the conversation. From their experiences, you'll learn to make the best choices for yourself, your team, your industry, and your community.

Two people have been joined together for just less than a year. They share the same catastrophes, loneliness, loss, and even know each other...and yet they have never met. One fatal night changed their lives forever, linking them in a way two people are seldom linked and you never thought imaginable. In a single night Jeff lost everything important to him. The tragedy made him quiet, reserved, he kept to himself and his music, appearing suicidal to the outside world. He removed himself from the public eye. He knew though that his life would be changing soon...he knew she was coming and that all would be great again. On that same tragic night, Lynna was scarred, for what would seem like an eternity. She became afraid of what people might think or say, so she hid, staying away from people. There was no hint as to the flip her life was about to make, and definitely no way to stop it. Their entangled lives slowly unravel themselves, throwing evils at them from all directions. Just when everything has happened you thought could happen, life seems to uncover more surprises for these two estranged people. Though surrounded by death, harm, deceit and betrayal, Jeff and Lynna still manage to steal away those happy moments they so desperately need. This is a story about tragedy and love, sacrifice and love, music and love and above all...soul mates and their unconditional, undying love.

Kate Mitchell, a single mother of a boy with autism, once dreamed of climbing the corporate ladder and living the good life with the man of her dreams. Now, with an abusive ex-husband, escalating medical bills, and fading hope for her son's future, she has no choice but to sue the giant pharmaceutical company she believes is responsible for her son's illness.

Through a random twist of fate, the young and inexperienced lawyer, James Mouton, takes her case, and the two embark on a journey that will forever change their lives and potentially those of thousands of others affected by the growing epidemic of autism.

"Hindsight is both entertaining and deeply touching; I literally couldn't put it down....."
- Michael M. Stelzer, DC, DACNB, CCSP, Childhood Development Center of San Antonio

"Hindsight has all the elements of a great story: exciting plot, interesting characters, suspense and romance "
- Dema Stout, M.A., Certified RDI Consultant, Certified Special Education Teacher

Imagine that you are the mother of a beautiful baby boy. Your bundle of joy was born perfectly healthy with ten little fingers and ten little toes. He smiles, walks and talks on time-right on track with his peers. You could not be happier.

Now, imagine that your baby gets sick. He's suddenly sick every week with ear infections, bronchitis, vomiting, diarrhea, allergies, eczema, fevers and colds. Then, imagine that he stops talking. Imagine that he stops putting his hands out when he falls on the playground. He seems dizzy, distracted and disoriented most of the time. Imagine that he stops responding to his name or responding to you, his mother, at all.

His doctor says he's fine, but you know better. You start asking around and reading and researching. You have your suspicions, but hope to God they are not true. Then finally, several months or even years later, you are given the devastating diagnosis of autism. And not only that, but you are then faced with some even more horrifying news.

"There is no cure for autism."

This is what I was faced with during the first four years of my son's life. This is my story and the story of countless other families getting that same diagnosis every day with this growing worldwide epidemic. Sounds pretty grim, doesn't it? "

But, wait a minute. What is that?"

There's something flickering on the horizon. It's gaining momentum with its incredible strength and power. There may not be a cure for autism, yet, but there is definitely hope in the air. There are things you can do, today, to help your child. You just have to take one step . and then another . and then another.

Are you ready to take control of your life in as little time as one week? Procrastination Elimination: Seven Days to Action will help you identify what you want out of life and how you can get it. Author Susan Lynn Perry introduces a simple system for overcoming procrastination and pinpointing your goals, so you can finally accomplish what you really want. The author's easy-to-understand examples include the following techniques and much more: Tap into your motivation and use it to propel you forward. Master the six most common time management techniques. Become skilled at using your imagination to solve problems more creatively. Uncover the secret of getting twice as much done in half the time. Reveal a new attitude and begin living a new life. Discover why getting organized can move you closer to achieving your goals. Learn how to apply the power of positive thinking to go after your dreams. Stop putting off until tomorrow what you can do today by following Perry's hands-on exercises and real-life examples. Don't procrastinate any longer learn, ready to be in control, and ready to just do it