Could a mindset that works for a former NFL player work for a teacher? How could the CEO of a successful snack food company inspire a teacher? If the dedication of a teacher works for students, can it work for a city-based construction company? Discover the seemingly unparalleled connections between classrooms and Greater Philadelphia businesses! Leaders in both arenas find common ground and identify the approaches that best serve the game plan of success. In this unique collection of classroom-business mindsets for personal growth, relational growth, and service growth, you will be powerfully encouraged to maximize who you are so you can be and give your best to others. Teachers improving classrooms and influencing students; business leaders stimulating companies and motivating employees . . . with the same strategies and the same perspectives! The two realms have finally merged in a book that will ignite your heart to live with fire, passion, and purpose. As if there is any other way!
Recenzijos
Attitude is everything when establishing relationships. Be it with students, peers or other adults, the impact we have on the people around us has the ability to influence a life forever. In knowing that we possess this type of influence, it is critical that we approach each day with a positive, well-intended mindset. In being an educator and a coach, the importance of being able to self-reflect on my daily experiences assists me with keeping a positive trajectory in school and in life. I simply love the manner in which Joy and Tony have developed the concept of the local story, no matter our position in life, we all possess the power to build a relationship or break it down. This book is for anyone and everyone who wants to continually strive for the best in themselves and others. -- Beth Potter Bryan, Teacher, Coach, Parent, Ridley School District Teaching often presents unpredictable and frustrating experiences. Yet, in Sharing Mindsets, Joy and Tony offer teachers useful recipes for navigating daily challenges with tact, patience, and professionalism. In this uniquely written book, Joy and Tony provide a series of distinctive anecdotes from successful businesspersons, who, in their own words, explain the value of developing caring relationships with customers and fellow employeesthe same strategies critical to making a difference in students lives. This book is for every educator at any level and at any place where there are studentsand, as well, a valuable resource for parents! -- Dave F. Brown, Ed. D., Educational Researcher and Co-author of What Every Middle School Teacher Should Know Leadership is one of the most critical components to the success of an organization. Be it in business or education, having the right leader ultimately builds the vision that promotes positivity and productivity. Yet, too often, we see these core values between business and education as separate. But not anymore! Joy and Tony have completed the incredible task of marrying both the business and educational worlds into one true voice. With their tireless work with CEOs and educators, they have been able to capture the core values that guide passionate, selfless leadership to ultimately build both amazing companies and classrooms. Through their work, we realize that true leadership encompasses the trifecta the self, the heart and the hands. This text is truly one of a kind, and a must read for educators and business folks alike. -- Jack Berckemeyer, Speaker, Author and Humorist, and Owner of the Nuts and Bolts Symposiums Sharing Mindsets is exactly the type of "catch" needed in our world today that adds value to both education and business! Both in football and in life, I have witnessed where an influential mindset improves everything, whereby, when the education system encompasses this approach, we build better students, we build better people and a better community. In accord, the same goes for the business world...better employees, better organizations, etc. And Joy and Tony understand this critical work must start at the grass roots level in classrooms and work rooms alike.
I always loved when my coach, Dick Vermeil, would say, People dont care how much you know, until they know how much you care. This text emphasizes this exact premise! Once we demonstrate true care and compassion, the sky is the limit; who knows when and where a child's or employee's passion will ignite. Teaching for potential and providing guiding principles for life is the key to building successful relationships, success people, and successful communities. -- Mike Quick, Former NFL Philadelphia Eagles Receiver, Current Broadcaster for Philadelphia Eagles
Foreword
Ron Jaworski
Preface
Acknowledgments
Introduction
Part One: An Inward Journey of the Self
Chapter 1- Just a Rough Launch, Not Going to Be a Bad Day! . . . Gain
Momentum from Moments
Contributing Leader: Doug Yearley, CEO Toll Brothers
Chapter 2- What Dya Mean I Cant Redo the Day? . . . Honor Lifes Brevity
Contributing Leader: Ed Hanway, Former CEO Cigna
Chapter 3- Become the Family Dog! . . . Personalize Your Behaviors
Contributing Leader: Ed Herr, Herrs Inc.
Chapter 4- At What Cost? And We Dont Mean Money! . . . Embrace Your
Boundaries
Contributing Leader: Rakia Reynolds, CEO and Founder Skai Blue Media
Chapter 5- Call Your Own Timeout in Your Life Game . . . Assess and
Recalibrate
Contributing Leader: Gary Jonas, CEO HOW Properties
Chapter 6- Be the Giving Tree, But Water Your Roots First . . . Be Selfish to
Be Generous
Contributing Leader: Andrea Gilbert, President Bryn Mawr Hospital
Chapter 7- Lifes Not Meeting You Halfway, Go Out and Get It! . . . Let Your
Attitude Be the Catalyst
Contributing Leader: Pete Ciarrocchi, CEO Chickies & Petes
Part Two: An Outward Journey of the Heart
Chapter 8- Put in a Contributing Piece to Someone Elses Puzzle . . . Trust
the Process
Contributing Leader: Angelo Perryman, CEO and President Perryman Construction
Chapter 9- Put On Your Glasses and Really SEE the Person! . . . Cultivate
Strengths
Contributing Leader: Marcus Allen, CEO Big Brothers, Big Sisters
Chapter 10- Seeing Problems? You Might Need New Glasses! . . . View
Challenges as Opportunities
Contributing Leader: Bernie Dagenais, CEO Main Line Chamber of Commerce
Chapter 11- Engaging with People Can Actually Be Fun? Yes it Can! . . .
Invest Relationally
Contributing Leader: Chris Gheysens, CEO Wawa Inc.
Chapter 12- Labels are Just for Soup Cans . . . Define Hearts, Despite
Actions
Contributing Leader: Denis OBrien, Advisor to CEO, Exelon Corporation
Chapter 13- Silence is Golden, Perfect for the Theater, Not for Life! . . .
Recognize the Power of Response
Contributing Leader: Bill Marrazzo, CEO and President, WHYY, Inc.
Chapter 14- What Floor Is Your Mood Elevator On? . . . Inspire Through
Illuminating
Contributing Leader: Thomas Mehler, President Southco, Inc.
Part Three: An Impactful Journey of the Hands
Chapter 15- Just Napkins? Come On, You Can Do Better Than That! . . . Support
and Serve
Contributing Leader: Nick Giuffre, CEO Bradford White Corporation
Chapter 16- But I Really Thought People Liked Hearing Me Complain!. . .
Reflect and Accept
Contributing Leader: Kevin Reilly, Former NFL Player, Motivational Speaker
and Author
Chapter 17- Passing the Mashed Potatoes and Saying Thank You, It Really Is
That Simple!. . . Appreciate and Encourage
Contributing Leader: Phil Martelli, Head Basketball Coach, St. Josephs
University
Chapter 18- Large Coffee, Extra Passion and Two Spoonfuls of Creativity . . .
Experience and Navigate
Contributing Leader: Nick Bayer, CEO and Founder Saxbys
Chapter 19- Were Talking About Connections, Man! I Mean How Silly Is That?
Were Talking About Connections! . . . Connect and Cultivate
Contributing Leaders: Chris Franklin and Nick DeBenedictis, Current and
Former CEOs, Aqua America
Chapter 20- What If You Were Paid to Sell the Greatness of Your Workplace -
Would You Be A Millionaire?. . . Brand and Promote
Contributing Leader: John Leahy, President of KIND
Chapter 21- Examine Your Enthusiasm for Life, Hope You Dont Need A
Microscope! . . . Ignite Hearts
Contributing Leader: Andrew Stine, Educator Twin Valley Middle School,
Elverson, PA
About the Editors
About the Contributors
Joy Rosser has been an educator in southeast Pennsylvania for almost 25 years while simultaneously pursuing her passion for education through writing and research.
Tony Barber is the Superintendent of a mid-sized, suburban school district right outside of Philadelphia, PA. He is also a college professor, teaching classes in the principalship, the superintendency, and Educational Law.