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Challenges, equips, and inspires fathers of children with special needsBecoming the father of a child with special needs can feel like being drafted into the military--and starting duty as a general. Dad is expected to know how to set rules and run drills without any training in leadership. And there are very few resources for men who want to be involved but need guidance and specific ideas. Overwhelmed, many fathers end up going AWOL on their families.As a twenty-year veteran of special-needs parenting, Jeff Davidson wrote a field manual to give fathers the skills required for the day-to-day demands of parenting. Jeff helps men discover God's new mission for their lives in each of five specific warrior, protector, provider, encourager, and equipper. He offers rich, real-life examples from dads in the field and a no-nonsense approach from initial diagnosis onward. This book is filled with practical how-tos for parenting in the special needs world, bullet points for easy reading and quick reference, and a Mission Critical synopsis at the end of each chapter.Informal and task-oriented, Common Man, Extraordinary Call offers growth and hope for men with little free time. And as they process their instructions, they'll be able to mentor other fathers, creating a strong army of men who not only survive but thrive as capable dads to their children with special needs.

Offers advice on prioritizing day-to-day career and family demands, suggests simple ways to find more time during the day, and discusses how to keep things in perspective and live in real time.

A comprehensive guide to maximizing productivity, The Smart Guide to Getting Things Done provides readers with the tools to better manage a hectic lifestyle. An ideal resource for anyone wanting to catch up on lingering to-do items, this book gives practical, easy-to-follow advice on living a more efficient lifestyle while emphasizing personal growth through better time management.

Everyday Project Management provides the direction you need to apply project managements time-tested tools for keeping things on time and under budget. It introduces the wide variety of tasks you will have to tackle, including assembling a team, mapping out a plan, monitoring progress, keeping your team motivated, and using appropriate planning tools, such as project management software or wall charts. In addition, you'll gain a clearer picture of the project managers role in the conception, planning, execution, control, and completion of a project. Each chapter offers essential bite-sized nuggets of wisdom that will help you succeed, outlining the kinds of challenges you'll encounter, the interpersonal issues that will arise, and ways to stay on time and on budget in pursuit of the desired quality outcome. You'll learn how Gantt charts can keep your project on schedule, how the critical path method can be used to conserve resources, and how to juggle multiple projects, bosses, and reporting structures. Whether you are managing one project or many, this quick and easy guide to the tasks, tools, and skills of project management will carry you from project launch to project completion. Most importantly, you will learn why having a work-life balance is vital to project managers who seek long and prosperous careers

The secret to getting more checks on that to-do-list ? As companies and workers are being pressured to do more for less, new ways of becoming more time-productive are essential. The Complete Idiot?s Guide to Getting Things Done gives readers the tools they need to increase personal productivity in the workplace, including how to visualize short- and long-term goals, tear down the walls of procrastination, manage energy instead of time, streamline work space, run productive meetings, work effectively with others, and more.-Over the past 10 years, American productivity has risen 46% while hours worked have remained flat (Bureau of Labor Statistics)-Books on personal productivity sell very well-Author?s related book, The Complete Idiot?s Guide to Managing Your Time , is phenomenally successful-Author is a nationally recognized speaker

Provides tips for simplifying, prioritizing, and escaping the needless stresses of a hectic modern life.

This comprehensive guide offers practical strategies for simplifying and organizing various aspects of daily life. Readers will discover techniques to enhance productivity, reduce clutter, and achieve a balanced lifestyle. With actionable tips and insights, the book encourages a mindset shift towards minimalism and intentional living, enabling individuals to focus on what truly matters. Whether seeking to declutter physical spaces or streamline routines, this resource serves as a valuable companion for anyone looking to enhance their quality of life.

Focusing on practical applications, this guide equips readers with essential project management tools to ensure timely and budget-friendly outcomes. It covers a range of tasks, including team assembly, progress monitoring, and motivation strategies. Additionally, the book emphasizes the project manager's responsibilities throughout the project lifecycle, from conception to completion, while also highlighting useful planning tools like software and wall charts.

An eye opening look of what it takes to succeed in starting your own venture. Cited by, America in the Morning, Nation's Business and the Washington Post.

This fascinating selection of photographs traces some of the many ways in which Petersfield has changed and developed over the last century.