When Craig Smith addresses ministers, he is referring to every believer.Every member is a minister and all ministers get discouraged, disappointed, and some burnout.Craig offers 40 inspirational, motivational messages to help leaders lead people in ministry.I highly commend it for all ministers. Dr. John Ed Mathison Pastor Emeritus, Frazer Memorial United Methodist Church Montgomery, Alabama Few people understand what Mondays are like for church leaders. Craig Smith, in his book Every Mond...

The definitive book on workplace accountability by the New York Times bestselling authors of How Did That Happen?Since it was originally published in 1994, The Oz Principle has sold nearly 600,000 copies and become the worldwide bible on accountability. Through its practical and invaluable advice, thousands of companies have learned just how vital personal and organizational accountability is for a company to achieve and maintain its best...

全球暢銷60萬冊的當責經典、《紐約時報》暢銷書　　把「那不是我的工作」「告訴我該怎麼做」當成口頭禪，找人抱怨博取同情、頻頻訴苦尋求慰藉，以為四處取暖，就能逃避責任、推卸責任——其實，這就是陷入了「被害者循環」。一本書，讓人即刻起脫離抱怨、否認、怪罪、等待的被害者循環，採取正視現實、承擔責任、解決問題、著手完成的當責步驟，交出成果、達成目標！　　本書以《綠野仙蹤》（The Wizard of Oz）為架構，透過女主角桃樂絲遇見稻草人、錫樵夫、膽小獅，帶領大家踏上「黃磚道」尋找魔法師奧茲（The Great Oz）的旅程，說明如何擺脫「被害者循環」（victim cycle），為自己的際遇負責。　　故事最後，稻草人終於擁有渴求的腦子（智慧）、錫樵夫獲得一顆心（熱情）、膽小獅得到勇氣，而女主角桃樂絲是引導大家脫離被害者循環、激勵同伴走上當責步驟的領導者。　　而這一切，並非魔法師奧茲施法，而是每個人發自內心、...

The newest addition to Partners In Leadership's accountability series that began with the classic The Oz Principle.The Oz Principle has sold more than a million copies since it debuted in 1994, establishing it as the go-to reference on workplace accountability throughout the world. By embracing its practical and invaluable advice, tens of thousands of companies have improved their organizational accountability -- the key to achieving and sustainin...

Plaidness Madness: It's a fashion faux pas when Archie advises Mr. Lodge on which style jacket would make the perfect gift for Veronica! "Big City Blues": Is that laugh track just in Archie's head or are all of his cousin Albert's friends renegades from a sitcom?!

本書特色「亞洲主義」──是中國民族主義的起點排外與猜忌、族群的分裂與統合、擴張與合作的矛盾交錯，交織成近代中國對亞洲的想像與實踐。今日的中國與亞洲，從未真正走出「亞洲主義」的影響。誰能領導亞洲？是中國？日本？還是──美國？當「國恥未雪，民生多艱」成為民族主義的核心語彙，一個「強國夢」將如何改寫亞洲的命運？又將為世界帶來何種未來？◎從「亞洲盟友」到「亞洲老大哥」──中國為何堅信自己該領導亞洲？當帝國崩潰、列強環伺，面對百年屈辱與國土喪失，中國知識分子在廢墟中尋求出路。他們從日本「脫亞入歐」後孕育出的「亞洲主義」中，看見東亞團結的可能，也嗅到了強權政治的野心，更將之作為亞洲對抗西方秩序的起點。隨著論述的引介與轉化，中國逐步從尊奉日本為亞洲盟主，轉向強調自身在區域中的主導角色，構築起一條從「尊日」到「打倒西方帝國主義」的思想脈絡。◎「國恥未雪，民生多艱」不只是...

Can't get enough Redneck Hijinks and Trailer Park Divas?Then you're in for a treat. Volume three of our popular anthology series is sure to scratch that questionable itch.With stories by Michael Knost, William Joseph Roberts, Philip K. Booker, Christopher Woods, D. Raymond Smith, David Badurina, H.P. Holo, James Palmer, Jason Cordova, Lee Ellis, M Leigh, Michael Morton, Michael Craig, and Guest Editorial by Faith HunterPull off your boots, ...

Looking for fly-on-the-wall insight into world-class trial preparation and strategy? Here it is. A behind-the-scenes tour of the inner workings of the judicial process? On the Jury Trial: Principles and Practices for Effective Advocacy, Second Edition has you covered. Its combination of advice, illustration, and commentary is every bit as valuable as it is unique. Topics include voir dire, opening statement, preparing witnesses, cross examination, using exhibits, closing argument,...

Imagine cooking dinner in your kitchen as you watch the sun start to set on a warm summer night. You take a moment and step outside to your vegetable garden in the backyard and pick some basil for your meal.It sounds pretty great, right?You can have access to fresh, organic vegetables and herbs right in your backyard!Even if you’re a complete beginner and don’t have the gift of a green thumb, Vegetable Gardening is the guide you need to start your own vegetable gard...

The Book Report: It's a familiar chapter in the epic novel that is Archie Andrews' life: with Veronica to distract him and technology to baffle him, can he possibly get his book report finished in time? "A Sour Note": Complication is on the menu when Veronica is taken to dinner by yet another of her father's client's sons... and Archie and Betty are dining at a nearby table! "Blockhead": Just think of all the money Archie and his dad will save by chopping their own firewood... until the do...

One Click Away: Archie decides to date other girls while Veronica's out of town, but while Archie flirts away, Veronica's spies click away on their camera phones! "Teen Tycoon": Mr. Lodge has a dream... make that a nightmare... about Archie becoming a millionaire! "No Parking Zone": Archie finds the beach has gone to the dogs... especially when a little puppy follows him there. Trouble is, it's a "no dogs allowed" beach!

The Complete Smith Machine: Exercises & Workouts is the most comprehensive resource ever written about the most popular exercise machine in the world. Whether you use a Smith Machine at home, the gym, or are thinking about buying one, this book contains all the information you'll need to use and master this versatile piece of weight training equipment.In this book, you will learn:More than 85 illustrated Smith Machine exercises, covering all muscles in your bodyHow ...