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Determined to Succeed?

Author : Michelle Jackson

Publisher : Stanford University Press

Page : 370 pages

File Size : 27,8 MB

Release : 2013-01-23

Category : Social Science

ISBN : 0804784485

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In many countries, concern about socio-economic inequalities in educational attainment has focused on inequalities in test scores and grades. The presumption has been that the best way to reduce inequalities in educational outcomes is to reduce inequalities in performance. But is this presumption correct? Determined to Succeed? is the first book to offer a comprehensive cross-national examination of the roles of performance and choice in generating inequalities in educational attainment. It combines in-depth studies by country specialists with chapters discussing more general empirical, methodological, and theoretical aspects of educational inequality. The aim is to investigate to what extent inequalities in educational attainment can be attributed to differences in academic performance between socio-economic groups, and to what extent they can be attributed to differences in the choices made by students from these groups. The contributors focus predominantly on inequalities related to parental class and parental education.



Freedom After the Sharks

Author : Geoff Hudson-Searle

Publisher : Matador

Page : 176 pages

File Size : 47,16 MB

Release : 2014-09-28

Category : New business enterprises

ISBN : 9781783065349

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Each of us is, to some extent or other, a reflection of the experiences of our lives. However, whether and how we succeed is determined at least in part by how we cope with those experiences and what we learn from them. This is the story of a man who, despite a difficult family life and professional setbacks, developed the determination, drive and skills to create a successful business and happy life. Geoff’s skills and self-motivation gave him the drive, determination and tenacity to continue a journey through hardship to reach self-fulfillment and, ultimately, success. His book describes the life journey of a young man’s heart and his desire to turn his dreams and vision into a business success. Freedom After The Sharks shows how, even in a declining economy, a business can survive and even succeed. It covers some real-life experiences and offers some suggestions for dealing with problems and issues. It provides a guide to finding your way in the business world. The book is suitable for entrepreneurs who might not be sure of the path to take or who want to benefit from other people’s mistakes and failures. Other audiences include middle management or junior executives who are looking for a fascinating life story of courage, drive and inspiration, as well as graduates and college students, who will find information that will help prepare them for their careers.



Most Unlikely to Succeed - The Trials, Travels, and Ultimate Triumphs of a "Throwaway" Kid

Author : Nelson Lauver

Publisher : Nelson Lauver

Page : 315 pages

File Size : 46,44 MB

Release : 2011

Category : Biography & Autobiography

ISBN : 0983040303

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Life in idyllic 1960s McAlisterville, Pennsylvania seems so promising to young Nelson Lauver. But undiagnosed dyslexia soon turns hope and optimism into struggle and shame as he falls far behind in school and is branded lazy. Confused, angry, and determined not to be the dumb kid, he chooses instead to become the bad kid- ending up a loner at odds with the world and with himself. Nelson resigns himself to being hopelessly different and joins the ranks of millions of Americans who try to hide their inability to read and write. At age 29, a chance encounter leads to a diagnosis of dyslexia and a profound rebirth. Ironically, the boy who was afraid to have anyone hear him try to read launches a new career as a writer, broadcaster and speaker. An estimated 10 to 20 percent of Americans suffer from a learning disability. 14 percent of American adults are considered functionally illiterate. More than personalizing these sobering statistics, this uplifting memoir goes beyond one man's account of rising above a learning disability. Most Unlikely to Succeed is an inspirational story that will speak eloquently and profoundly to anyone who has ever struggled to be heard, to be understood, or to make his or her way in the world.



Music Activities & More for Teaching DBT Skills and Enhancing Any Therapy

Author : Deborah Spiegel MT-BC

Publisher : Author House

Page : 88 pages

File Size : 34,43 MB

Release : 2013-03-26

Category : Education

ISBN : 144909662X

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Liven up your teaching and your therapy interventions with music activities and songs. For each activity, the book provides it's therapeutic value, a list of Dialectical Behavioral Therapy skills reinforced, materials needed, and instructions. No musical background is required to successfully use the activities. The book includes several guided imagery suggestion scripts. Reproducible lyric sheets are provided for the songs; and for those who do have musical background, guitar chords are provided. The original songs in this book are available on a companion CD titled "You'll Make It Through the Rain." "This book is a useful source of ideas for DBT therapists who want to incorporate music into skills training groups." - Cedar R. Koons, MSW, LISW "Deborah does a masterful job of integrating DBT Skills and music which makes learning fun and interesting". -Miles Dial, Ph.D "I finally tried out a group around Deborah Spiegel's "Pro's and Con's" chant from her book with the adolescents today! I started with body percussion, moving into using percussion instruments. The adolescents LOVED IT! They talked about how bored they are sitting in DBT groups where it's all talking so to have them practice mindfulness and discuss the skills around something active was very successful! " Katelyn M, Board-Certified Music Therapist



Colonial Families of Maryland

Author : Robert William Barnes

Publisher : Genealogical Publishing Com

Page : 310 pages

File Size : 49,57 MB

Release : 2007

Category : Indentured servants

ISBN : 0806353163

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"The main purpose of this work is to chronicle and categorize the life experiences of 519 persons who entered Maryland as indentured servants or, to a lesser extent, as convicts forcibly transported [between 1634-1777]. The text itself is composed of solidly researched sketches of Maryland servants and convicts and their descendants, including 84 that are traced to the third generation or beyond."--Amazon.com.



The Determined Entrepreneur

Author : James F. Grebey

Publisher : AuthorHouse

Page : 163 pages

File Size : 16,52 MB

Release : 2013-11-20

Category : Sports & Recreation

ISBN : 1491834536

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Ralph Waldo Emerson, the 19th Century American writer and philosopher, wrote about the power of the individual and the benefits of following your own path in life. His work might have defined the modern entrepreneur. Emerson said; Life is a journey, not a destination. The Determined Entrepreneur The Story of Dr George Tinsley and the Values that Guided His Journey to Success looks at the values that guided one of Americas most improbable entrepreneurs on his journey to success. By following his amazing life journey out of poverty the reader is able to experience in a unique way how a truly determined person can overcome tremendous obstacles to achieve a lifetime of repeated success. If you were to bet on a person who was likely to succeed you would never have bet on George Tinsley. The odds against his success would have seemed far too great to be overcome. To follow his journey, George Tinsley had to overcome an environment of extreme poverty while growing up in one of the toughest inner city neighborhoods in an era of open racial intolerance. By letting the values he learned early in life serve as guides throughout his life, he was able to overcome the circumstances of his childhood and beat the odds to achieve great personal success as a serial entrepreneur. George Tinsley's life proves that success doesn't come from luck. Luck might explain one or even two significant accomplishments but becoming a serial entrepreneur comes from the repeated application of a set of guiding principles that lead to the achievement one goal after another. The entrepreneurial values that guided George Tinsley's life can be learned by anyone who is determined to succeed. What were the values that that propelled this serial entrepreneur and how did he learn and apply them?



Business Collection:

Author : Connor Whiteley

Publisher : CDG Publishing

Page : 117 pages

File Size : 38,18 MB

Release :

Category : Business & Economics

ISBN :

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Boxset contains three books: Time management: Perfect for students and workers.: Are you a student or worker who has bad time management? Do you want to improve your time management? Do you want to help a friend or family member with their time management? If the answer to any of those questions is yes, then this is the book for you! As in this book we explore 8 time management ideas and tools that will help you to improve your time management and get tasks done because each chapter is clearly broken down into easy to understand sections and every chapter has an example to demonstrate the effectiveness of the idea as well as how it can specifically apply to students and workers. By the end of this book, you will be armed with the tools and knowledge to not only improve your time management or your friends and family’s time management as well. If you want to improve your time management then BUY TODAY! Leadership:What makes a Good leader: Perfect for students, workers and anyone interested in leadership. Do you want to become a leader? Do you want to know what’s involved in leadership? Do you want to improve your leadership? If the answer is yes to any of these questions, then this is the book for you. As in this book, we explore over 15 aspects to leadership and within each chapter together we will explore: what these aspects are, how they can help to make you a good leader and a practical example so you can see your knowledge in a real-world setting. By the end of this book, you will be a path towards becoming a leader and if you already are a leader then this book should help you to improve. BUY NOW TO START YOUR LEADERSHIP JOURNEY. Business Skill: How to Survive the Business World: Perfect for students and workers. Do you want to know what skills are needed in the business world? Are you a student or employee who wants to know how to be more successful in the business world? Are you an employer who wants to improve their business skills? If the answer is yes to any of those questions, then this is the book for you. As in this book, we explore over 15 skills that are very important to have in the business world because in each chapter I will clearly breakdown and explain why each skill is important for employees and employers to possess. Before giving you a practical example to show you why these are important skills to have. By the end of the book, you will have a greater understanding of the skills that are needed for the business world and hopefully, this will help you to improve your performance in your working life. BUY NOW TO LEARN THESE ESSENTIAL SKILLS!



Creative DBT Activities Using Music

Author : Deborah Spiegel

Publisher : Jessica Kingsley Publishers

Page : 162 pages

File Size : 36,8 MB

Release : 2020-03-19

Category : Psychology

ISBN : 1787751821

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This book provides clinicians (particularly those specialising in DBT) with music activities and creative ideas to implement with existing practices, to strengthen what clients are being taught in DBT skills groups. These new ideas can be used with clients individually, in groups, or be given as homework. The first part of the book consists of group activities for therapists and group leaders to use. In part two each DBT skill is presented with its own activity, written in with clear step by step instructions. The skills gained will be particularly beneficial for individuals who have difficulty regulating or dealing with their emotions and this guide improves clinicians' confidence and skill in aiding these individuals innumerably.



Daily Meditations for Success in Learning in the Classroom & Beyond

Author : Terry Ann Williams-Richard

Publisher : Xlibris Corporation

Page : 134 pages

File Size : 22,48 MB

Release : 2015-11-09

Category : Education

ISBN : 1514418606

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Daily Meditations for Success in Learning in the Classroom & Beyond: 40 Days of Rhymes, Reflections, and Resources to Inspire and Motivate Students is a collection of 40 daily motivational rhymes revolving around the affirmations and thoughts that can and will lead to greater success in learning. This book is divided into five sections: Preparing, Participating, Paying Attention, Practicing, and Resources. Messages are written as catchy rhymes. The learner is guided through writing personal reflections, setting goals, and creating an action plan. This is a learning playbook. It's a guide to discover the thoughts behind a student's motivation to learn. Get ready to explore!



The Belief Bible - Volume 1

Author : Aswin Sarang

Publisher : Aswin Sarang

Page : 414 pages

File Size : 41,67 MB

Release : 2023-04-27

Category : Self-Help

ISBN :

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The Belief Bible, Volume 1 is a collection of 7800 unique affirmations designed to help readers cultivate positive beliefs and transform their lives. Each affirmation is focused on one of the 50 key belief words, such as abundance, authenticity, courage, gratitude, and trust. The book includes three exercises to help readers engage with the affirmations and integrate them into their daily lives. These exercises include a morning affirmation practice, a daily random affirmation practice, and a nighttime affirmation practice. Readers will learn the power of positive beliefs and how they can shape their thoughts, emotions, and actions. By practicing the affirmations in this book, readers can reprogram their subconscious mind and activate their DNA to unlock their full potential.