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Book Review: Wisdom Meets Passion by Dan Miller and Jared Angaza

September 19, 2012 — 16 Comments

Yesterday the world ran on formulas – on all things black and white with tried-and-true wisdom. Today things run on dreams and are covered in gray and fueled by passion. But as it turns out, formulas don’t work well without feeling, and dreams don’t come true without dedication. Enter Wisdom Meets Passion, offering proof that when generations – and their beliefs – come together, something incredible can happen.

Wisdom Meets Passion

That’s the synopsis of Dan Miller and Jared Angaza’s new book Wisdom Meets Passion. It’s their combined effort to show the world that you can’t live your life with only wisdom or passion. You must combine both of them and live a life full of wisdom and passion.  Read more...

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Book Review: Spark by Jason Jaggard

August 8, 2012 — 17 Comments

Jason Jaggard made a big promise on the cover of his new book Spark. That promise was “Transform your world, one small risk at a time.”Spark

I looked at that statement and gave it a puzzled look. “How can you change the world with one small risk at a time?”

Turns out it’s much like the way you can change your life with one small step at a time.

If you’re consistently taking small risks, they add up to big results. And Jason gives examples he’s seen in his own life and in those that have been in “spark groups.”  Read more...

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Book Review- Platform: Get Noticed In A Noisy World by Michael Hyatt

May 21, 2012 — 59 Comments

This is a guest review by Kimanzi Constable who blogs about finding work that you love and chasing your dreams. He is a author, national speaker and life coach, you can read his blog here or follow him on Twitter here.

I have the privilege of being on Michael Hyatt’s Platform Launch Team (along with Joe), so I received an early copy of the book. This book could literally be an entire college course, it has that much value.

Michael Hyatt

 

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Book Review: As One Devil To Another by Richard Platt

May 7, 2012 — 35 Comments

Correction and Notice: If you’re an email subscriber, the dates for the giveaway were incorrect. The actual date the giveaway ends will be May 13th with the winner announced on the 14th. I also have the honor and privlage of having a guest post at Thomas Mason’s blog. You can view the post by clicking here.

Do you have a favorite author? One who brings a smile to your face when you think of their work?

One such author for me is C.S. Lewis. His profound storytelling ability, the depth he dove to, and the spiritual truths he brought up.  Read more...

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Book Review: You Are A Writer by Jeff Goins

April 26, 2012 — 45 Comments

Have you heard of Jeff Goins? If you haven’t, you’re going to!

Jeff has been writing at GoinsWriter.com since 2010 and has a passion for writing. He puts out great content 4 to 5 times a week. And he looks like Luke Skywalker.

You can’t go wrong with this guy! Even Michael Hyatt recommends him!

Jeff Goins has become one of my favorite bloggers.
—Michael Hyatt // Chairman, Thomas Nelson

You Are A Writer by Jeff Goins

Anyways, he recently penned a new book called You Are A Writer (So Start Acting Like One) (affiliate link). If you’re a writer, or think you want to be one, you’re going to enjoy it!  Read more...

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