Unlock the power of mentorship in your journey to success in this practical and inspiring guide What is a mentor? Why is having a mentor crucial to success? Or how do you make sure that you're a good mentor? In Mentorship Unlocked: The Science and Art of Setting Yourself Up for Success, veteran entrepreneur and innovator Janice Omadeke delivers an insightful discussion of mentorship, including what it is, how to find a qualified mentor, and how to make mentorship work for you. In the book, she explores the mentorship advice that helped her start a groundbreaking company after studying entrepreneurship and strategic management at MIT and Harvard. You’ll find practical steps you can take to build your own plan for finding the right mentor for you, or for becoming someone else’s trusted advisor. You’ll also discover: Compelling personal anecdotes and quotes from the author’s own mentors that shed light on key issues arising from that unique relationship Contemporary research and data about mentorship Strategies and techniques you can apply immediately to find a mentor or get more value from an existing mentor relationship Perfect for both established and early-career professionals, Mentorship Unlocked is also an essential read for managers, executives, and other business leaders who aim to better understand one of the most powerful types of relationships crucial to success.

Wall Street Journal Bestseller Publishers Weekly Bestseller We all know the world has changed dramatically in the 21st century. The opportunities that defined past generations and steered their course through life (aka "The American Dream") just aren't out there for us anymore. Today, 54% of college graduates regret choosing to invest in a degree, over 70% of Americans detest their jobs (part of why they change jobs every 20 months on average), and 2 out of 3 of Americans will never be able to stop working and retire. But what are we supposed to do? Is there an alternative to the "system of systems" we live in: school, college (debt), job, different job, more different jobs, 401K/pension, retire (hopefully but probably not)? And if there is an alternative can it really work for everyone regardless of where they currently are in the system? Is there something else out there that works equally well for the 18-year-old deciding whether or not to go to college, the 45-year-old questioning his/her career path, the 65-year-old who is way short of being able to retire, and anyone else feeling dazed and confused in the modern world? In Unlock Your Potential, author and entrepreneur Jeff Lerner answers those questions with a resounding YES! He shows readers how the failings of our education, employment, and retirement systems have opened doors most people didn't even know exist. And, most important, he'll show YOU how to step through those doors—where they exist, how they work, what it takes to go through them, and what's on the other side. Jeff is the founder and Chief Vision Officer of ENTRE Institute, the world’s fastest growing education company and the first institute of higher learning dedicated to entrepreneurialism. Now, he is sharing his story and lessons learned from his own rags-to-riches journey from a broke musician to a $100 million entrepreneur. In this book, you'll discover “digital real estate—an asset that generates income, builds wealth, and supports any life you choose to live—along with strategies any employee, business owner, retiree, child, etc. can use to escape the broken system and create their dream life in the modern world. Let Unlock Your Potential serve as the blueprint: a master key to unlocking your full potential and living a life no one told you was possible. Herein lies the key for anyone, anywhere in the world to escape the broken system and create a quality of life that was unimaginable a generation ago.

Between the world wars, Chicago Race women nurtured a local yet widely resonant Black classical music community entwined with Black civic life. Samantha Ege tells the stories of the Black women whose acumen and energy transformed Chicago’s South Side into a wellspring of music making. Ege focuses on composers like Florence Price, Nora Holt, and Margaret Bonds not as anomalies but as artists within an expansive cultural flowering. Overcoming racism and sexism, Black women practitioners instilled others with the skill and passion to make classical music while Race women like Maude Roberts George, Estella Bonds, Neota McCurdy Dyett, and Beulah Mitchell Hill built and fostered institutions central to the community. Ege takes readers inside the backgrounds, social lives, and female-led networks of the participants while shining a light on the scene’s audiences, supporters, and training grounds. What emerges is a history of Black women and classical music in Chicago and the still-vital influence of the world they created. A riveting counter to a history of silence, South Side Impresarios gives voice to an overlooked facet of the Black Chicago Renaissance.

Here, Daniel S. Janik, MD, PhD, argues replacing education and teaching with non-traumatic, curiosity-based, discovery-driven, and mentor-assisted transformational learning. Unlock the Genius Within is an easy read that explains—in conversational manner—the newest ideas on neurobiological and transformational learning beginning with what's wrong with education and ending with a call for reader participation in developing and applying neurobiological learning and transformational learning theory and methodology. Janik draws extensively from his own experiences first as a physician working with psychological recovery from trauma, and then as an educator and linguist in applying neurobiological-based transformational learning in clinics, classrooms, and tutoring. Features: ·Descriptions of classical and contemporary research alongside allusions to popular movies and television programs ·Suggested further readings ·Neurobiological learning web resources Throughout this book, the author incorporates humor, wisdom, and anecdotes to draw readers into traditionally incomprehensible concepts and information that demonstrates transformational learning. It will be of interest to teachers (postsecondary, secondary, and ESL), administrators, counselors, parents, students, and medical researchers.

**Unlocking Female Empowerment: A Guide to Success** Unlock your potential and embrace the journey to personal and professional success with "Unlocking Female Empowerment: A Guide to Success." This inspiring and comprehensive guide offers a roadmap for women seeking to break barriers, build confidence, and achieve their fullest potential. Dive into a wealth of empowering strategies and actionable insights designed to help you overcome obstacles, both internal and external. Explore essential topics such as: - **Understanding Female Empowerment:** Gain a deep understanding of what empowerment truly means and how it can transform your life. - **Breaking Down Gender Barriers:** Learn effective strategies to challenge and overcome societal and professional limitations. - **Cultivating Self-Confidence and Self-Esteem:** Discover techniques to build a strong sense of self-worth and resilience. - **Navigating Career Advancement:** Find out how to advance your career, seize opportunities, and navigate workplace challenges. - **Building Supportive Networks:** Understand the power of mentorship and supportive relationships in your journey to success. - **Advocating for Equal Opportunities:** Equip yourself with the tools to advocate for fairness and equality in all areas of life. Packed with real-life stories, expert advice, and practical exercises, "Unlocking Female Empowerment" is more than just a guide—it's a movement towards creating a world where women thrive and succeed. Whether you're seeking personal growth or professional advancement, this book is your essential companion on the path to empowerment and achievement.

Introducing "The Creative Genius: Unlocking Your Inner Creativity and Unleashing Your Potential" - your roadmap to a more imaginative, innovative, and empowered you! Are you longing to tap into your inner wellspring of creativity? Do you want to break free from creative blocks and discover your limitless potential? Are you ready to turn your creative dreams into reality? Look no further! "The Creative Genius" is your key to unleashing the creative powerhouse within you. This transformative book is not just about creativity; it's about empowering you to embrace your unique talents, solve problems with ingenuity, and leave a mark on the world. What Awaits You Inside Understanding Creativity: Delve into the essence of creativity and why it's vital for personal and professional success. Overcoming Creative Blocks: Learn strategies to conquer self-doubt, procrastination, and other barriers that stifle your creative flow. Building Creative Habits: Cultivate daily practices that fuel your creativity and keep it burning brightly. Finding Inspiration: Discover the art of finding inspiration in the world around you, even in unexpected places. Collaborating with Others: Explore the magic of collaboration and how it can amplify your creative endeavors. Developing a Growth Mindset: Transform your thinking and unlock your potential for lifelong learning and creative growth. Creative Problem Solving: Equip yourself with tools to tackle challenges with inventive solutions. Sharing Your Creative Work: Navigate the process of sharing your creations with the world and handling feedback like a pro. Common Questions About Creativity: Get answers to the burning questions that often arise on your creative journey. Unleash Your Creative Potential "The Creative Genius" is not just a book; it's your personal guide to becoming the creative genius you were born to be. Whether you're an artist, entrepreneur, or anyone seeking to infuse more innovation into your life, this book will inspire, inform, and empower you. Unlock Your Inner Creative Genius Today! Don't miss this opportunity to embark on a journey of self-discovery, inspiration, and boundless creativity. Grab your copy of "The Creative Genius" and start transforming your life today! Your creative potential knows no bounds – let's unleash it together.

In the relentless pace of modern life, it's easy to feel overwhelmed, disengaged, and disconnected from our true passions. The constant barrage of distractions, the pressure to achieve, and the pursuit of external validation can leave us feeling empty and unfulfilled. But what if there was a way to experience life with a heightened sense of joy, purpose, and productivity? What if we could find ourselves completely absorbed in the things we love, where time seemed to melt away and our creativity soared? This is the promise of flow, a state of complete absorption and engagement that transforms our relationship with work, hobbies, and life itself. When we enter a flow state, we tap into a wellspring of energy, focus, and creativity, leading to increased productivity, fulfillment, and a profound sense of well-being. This book is your guide to unlocking the power of flow and experiencing the transformative benefits it offers. We'll delve into the science behind flow, exploring the psychological and neurological factors that contribute to this optimal experience. You'll discover practical strategies and techniques for cultivating flow in your own life, from optimizing your work environment to embracing mindfulness practices and setting clear goals. Whether you're looking to achieve peak performance in your career, unlock your creative potential, or simply find greater joy and meaning in your everyday pursuits, this book provides the tools and inspiration you need to embark on a journey of personal growth and fulfillment. Get ready to discover the transformative power of flow and unlock your full potential!

Are you ready to embark on a life-changing journey of self-discovery and personal growth? "Unlocking Your True Potential" is your comprehensive guide to unleashing the incredible power within you. In this captivating book, you will explore the inspiring stories of legendary figures and gain practical strategies to transform your life. Unlocking your true potential begins with self-belief, and this book shows you how. Discover how visionaries like Alexander the Great, Pablo Picasso, and Steve Jobs harnessed their self-confidence to achieve greatness, and learn how you can do the same. Setting meaningful goals is the next step on your journey, and the biographies of Roger Federer, Jean Monnet, and Coco Chanel will inspire you to define your vision and pursue it with unwavering determination. Do limiting beliefs hold you back? "Unlocking Your True Potential" will empower you with techniques to identify and challenge these barriers, drawing wisdom from the lives of Joan of Arc, Winston Churchill, and Marie Curie. You'll explore the role of failure in personal growth, with stories of courageous individuals like Christopher Columbus, Anita Roddick, and Archimedes who turned setbacks into stepping stones. Mindfulness, resilience, and the power of a nurturing environment are also key to your journey. Mozart, Benjamin Franklin, and Charles Darwin will guide you through practices that promote self-awareness and inner strength. Discover the significance of embracing your passions, as exemplified by icons like Bill Gates, Florence Nightingale, and John Lennon. "Unlocking Your True Potential" provides actionable tips on time management, creativity, and the mind-body connection, all crucial elements in your quest for growth. But this journey is not just about personal success; it's about leadership and influence. Learn from the stories of Nelson Mandela, Eleanor Roosevelt, and Martin Luther King Jr. as you develop your leadership skills and discover how to use your influence for positive change. Fear and uncertainty often hold us back, but this book equips you with strategies to conquer these obstacles. Draw inspiration from Warren Buffett, Steve Jobs, and Oprah Winfrey as you learn to challenge negative thoughts and take bold action. Your journey to unlocking your true potential is a lifelong endeavor, and this book will be your constant companion. It concludes with a celebration of your progress, reminding you that every step forward is a testament to your incredible potential. Are you ready to unlock the true greatness that resides within you? Join the ranks of those who have left their mark on history and become an inspiration to others. Start your transformative journey today with "Unlocking Your True Potential."

Understanding and overcoming the gender gap in computer science education. The information technology revolution is transforming almost every aspect of society, but girls and women are largely out of the loop. Although women surf the Web in equal numbers to men and make a majority of online purchases, few are involved in the design and creation of new technology. It is mostly men whose perspectives and priorities inform the development of computing innovations and who reap the lion's share of the financial rewards. As only a small fraction of high school and college computer science students are female, the field is likely to remain a "male clubhouse," absent major changes. In Unlocking the Clubhouse, social scientist Jane Margolis and computer scientist and educator Allan Fisher examine the many influences contributing to the gender gap in computing. The book is based on interviews with more than 100 computer science students of both sexes from Carnegie Mellon University, a major center of computer science research, over a period of four years, as well as classroom observations and conversations with hundreds of college and high school faculty. The interviews capture the dynamic details of the female computing experience, from the family computer kept in a brother's bedroom to women's feelings of alienation in college computing classes. The authors investigate the familial, educational, and institutional origins of the computing gender gap. They also describe educational reforms that have made a dramatic difference at Carnegie Mellon—where the percentage of women entering the School of Computer Science rose from 7% in 1995 to 42% in 2000—and at high schools around the country.

This book assesses the institutional, technical and market constraints as well as opportunities for smallholders, notably, emerging farmers in disadvantaged areas such as the former homelands of South Africa. Emerging farmers are previously disadvantaged black people who started or will start their business with the support of special government programs. Public support programs have been developed as part of the Black Economic Empowerment strategy of the South African government. These programs aim to improve the performance of emerging farmers. This requires, first and foremost, upgrading the emerging farmers skills by providing access to knowledge about agricultural and entrepreneurial practices. To become or to remain good farmers they also need access to suitable agricultural land and sufficient water for irrigation and for feeding their cattle. Finally, for emerging farmers to be engaged in viable farming operations, various factors need to be in place such as marketing and service institutions to give credit for agricultural inputs and investments; input markets for farm machinery, farm implements, fertilizers and quality seeds; and accessible output markets for their end products. This book develops a policy framework and potential institutional responses to unlock the relevant markets for smallholders.