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We Are the Leaders We Have Been Looking For (The W. E. B. Du Bois Lectures) by Eddie Glaude Jr.
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We are more than the circumstances of our lives, and what we do matters. In We Are the Leaders We Have Been Looking For, one of the nation’s preeminent scholars and a New York Times bestselling author, Eddie S. Glaude Jr., makes the case that the hard work of becoming a better person should be a critical feature of Black politics. Through virtuoso interpretations of Martin Luther King, Jr., Malcolm X, and Ella Baker, Glaude shows how we have the power to be the heroes that our democracy so desperately requires.

Based on the Du Bois Lectures delivered at Harvard University, the book begins with Glaude’s unease with the Obama years. He felt then, and does even more urgently now, that the excitement around the Obama presidency constrained our politics as we turned to yet another prophet-like figure. He examines his personal history and the traditions that both shape and overwhelm his own voice.

Glaude weaves anecdotes about his evolving views on Black politics together with the writings of Ralph Waldo Emerson, John Dewey, Toni Morrison, James Baldwin, and Ralph Ellison, encouraging us to reflect on the lessons of these great thinkers and address imaginatively the challenges of our day in voices uniquely our own.

Narrated with passion and philosophical intensity, this book is a powerful reminder that if American democracy is to survive, we must step out from under the shadows of past giants to build a better society―one that derives its strength from the pew, not the pulpit.

Chris Pistorius: Helping Dentists Succeed in Online Marketing






About the Guest(s):
Chris Pistorius is an expert in local marketing and the founder of KickStart Dental, a top-rated local marketing agency in the United States. With over 20 years of experience in the field, Chris has refined marketing strategies that drive real growth for small businesses. He has worked with online giants like Google, AOL, Time Warner, and MapQuest. Chris specializes in helping dental practices effectively market themselves online and attract new patients. He is also the author of the book "The Ultimate Guide to Internet Marketing for Dentists."

Episode Summary:
In this episode, host Chris Voss interviews Chris Pistorius, the founder of KickStart Dental and an expert in local marketing. They discuss the challenges faced by dental practices in today's competitive market and the importance of effective marketing strategies. Chris shares insights from his book, "The Ultimate Guide to Internet Marketing for Dentists," and explains how his agency helps dental practices untangle the complexities of online marketing. They delve into topics such as SEO, social media advertising, website design, and the importance of building relationships with patients. Listeners will gain valuable insights into marketing strategies that can drive real growth for their dental practices.

Key Takeaways:
Dental practices face increasing competition, and it is crucial for them to have effective marketing strategies to attract new patients.
Local marketing is essential for dental practices, and strategies need to be customized based on the demographics of the target market.
Building relationships with patients is key to successful marketing, and social media platforms like Facebook and LinkedIn can be effective tools for reaching and engaging with potential patients.
Websites play a crucial role in marketing dental practices, serving as a hub for all marketing activities and providing a platform to showcase services and build trust with potential patients.
Tracking and analyzing the quality of leads generated through marketing campaigns is essential to ensure a return on investment and make data-driven decisions.

Notable Quotes:
"Dentists just want to be dentists most of the time. But you're also a business owner, and you've got to do everything you can to make sure that your business is successful." - Chris Pistorius
"Marketing does cost a little money, but if it's not a sprint, it's a marathon. You've got to be committed to it for a little while." - Chris Pistorius
"Your website needs to be able to tell people just enough to get them to want to raise their hand and take the next step." - Chris Pistorius

Resources:

KickStart Dental - Chris Pistorius' agency website

To listen to the full episode and gain valuable insights into effective marketing strategies for dental practices, tune in to the [Chris Voss Show](insert podcast link). Stay tuned for more enlightening conversations with industry experts.

The Stranger I Wed (The Doves of New York) by Harper St. George
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New to wealth and to London high society, American heiress Cora Dove discovers that with the right man, marriage might not be such an inconvenience after all. . . .

Cora Dove and her sisters’ questionable legitimacy has been the lifelong subject of New York’s gossipmongers and a continual stain on their father’s reputation. So when the girls each receive a generous, guilt-induced dowry from their dying grandmother, the sly Mr. Hathaway vows to release their funds only if Cora and her sisters can procure suitable husbands—far from New York. For Cora, England is a fresh start. She has no delusions of love, but a husband who will respect her independence? That’s an earl worth fighting for.

Enter: Leopold Brendon, Earl of Devonworth, a no-nonsense member of Parliament whose plan to pass a Public Health bill that would provide clean water to the working class requires the backing of a wealthy wife. He just never expected to crave Cora’s touch or yearn to hear her thoughts on his campaign—or to discover that his seemingly perfect bride protects so many secrets...

But secrets have a way of bubbling to the surface, and Devonworth has a few of his own. With their pasts laid bare and Cora’s budding passion for women’s rights taking a dangerous turn, they’ll learn the true cost of losing their heart to a stranger—and that love is worth any price.
About the author
Harper St. George was raised in the rural backwoods of Alabama and along the tranquil coast of northwest Florida. It was a setting filled with stories of the old days that instilled in her a love of history, romance, and adventure. By high school, she had discovered the historical romance novel which combined all of those elements into one perfect package. She has been hooked ever since.

The States of the Earth: An Ecological and Racial History of Secularization by Mohamed Amer Meziane
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How the disenchantment of empire led to climate change

While industrial states competed to colonize Asia and Africa in the nineteenth century, conversion to Christianity was replaced by a civilizing mission. This new secular impetus strode hand in hand with racial capitalism in the age of empires: a terrestrial paradise was to be achieved through accumulation and the ravaging of nature.

Far from a defence of religion, The States of the Earth argues that phenomena such as evangelism and political Islam are best understood as products of empire and secularization. In a world where material technology was considered divine, religious and secular forces both tried to achieve Heaven on Earth by destroying Earth itself.

ELEARNING GOLD - THE ULTIMATE GUIDE FOR LEADERS: How to Achieve Excellence in Your Distance Education & Training Program by Annette Levesque
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*Silver Winner 2024 Literary Titan Book Awards*
*Winner, Best Book in Education, 2023 International Firebird Book Awards*
*Silver Winner, 2023 Nonfiction Book Awards*

The world is changing quickly, and the way in which we learn and educate others must adapt along with it. With technology at the crux of all learning, leaders must have a strong grasp on how to create and deliver effective learning and training experiences.

In Annette Levesque's new guide Elearning Gold: The Ultimate Guide for Leaders, she facilitates leaders and educators as they navigate the challenging world of virtual education and training programs. Levesque, an experienced leader and education expert, offers practical insights and strategies to help you catapult your learning programs to the next level. From building and launching a virtual learning environment to creating effective policies and strategies for operational excellence, this guide is your key to success.

The Elearning Gold roadmap takes its readers on a journey of knowledge, focusing on:

*Virtual Learning Success Criteria
*Digital Age Learning Models, Including Blended Learning
*How to Increase Course Completion Rates and Learner Engagement
*Building Your Learning Community
*What Leaders Need to Know About Learning Management Systems
*Managing Academic Misconduct in your Virtual Learning Program
*How to Plan Your Virtual World Launch or Update
*The Future of AI and Chatbots in Education

Relinquish what you thought you knew as an education expert or trainer and embrace this new ideology on how to reach all learners—especially online. These strategies and techniques will help you create elearning systems and content that meet the needs of learners today and also prepares them for tomorrow.

You've Got The Power: 6 Principles for Business Success by Clare White

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Are you a business owner, entrepreneur, or solopreneur?

Are you a business leader whose business is ‘stuck’?

Are you intrigued by what makes businesses successful?

‘You’ve Got The Power’ is an engaging narrative woven with relatable case studies to inspire business leaders. The book will arm you with the knowledge, strategies, and inspiration needed to elevate your organization to new heights.

Clare’s extensive research combined with her firsthand experience, has led her to pinpoint six fundamental principles for business success. She not only illuminates the core principles but also provides actionable insights, enabling you to craft a roadmap tailored to your business's needs.

Clare White is Managing Director of Connected CX, a consultancy committed to solving business problems with customer centric solutions. With over two decades of experience in corporate business, her mission is clear: to share her wealth of knowledge and empower leaders to realize their business's full potential.