Pursuing Greatness

Over the last two decades, it has become clear that Russia insists on its great power status, even at considerable cost. Chasing Greatness provides an interpretive explanation of the tacit rules that shape Russia's great power identity today. Anatoly Reshetnikov argues that this never-ending chase for greatness is a result of how Russia and its predecessors—including the USSR, Russian Empire, Muscovy, and Kievan Rus’—historically interacted with its neighbors to the east, the south, and particularly the west. By analyzing an extensive amount of original source material, including primary sources that have not been previously translated into English, he is able to reconstruct a millennial history of the Russian concepts that express political greatness. He also traces numerous encounters between Russia and the West, as well as Russia’s troubled integration into the European society of states in the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries, to show how these concepts have affected Russia’s interaction with international society. Despite its substantive historical depth, Chasing Greatness is not a book of history. Rather, it is a synthesizing social science work inspired by the continental tradition of the critical history of modernity. As such, the book is more about the present than about the past. Its main aim is to expose and explain the rich conceptual baggage behind Russia’s unceasing great power rhetoric (domestic and international) and how this rhetoric drives the current international crises involving Russia.

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER Now in paperback, the host of The School of Greatness podcast leads you to discover the mindset shifts you need to achieve your innate, inevitable greatness. “In a world overcome with burnout, stress, and anxiety, The Greatness Mindset will help readers reconnect with their purpose, unlock their inner strength, and use their gifts to better the communities around them.” — Arianna Huffington, co-founder of The Huffington Post and founder/CEO of Thrive Global Are you living your most authentic life? Are you leaning into your purpose or running away from it? Is this the story you want your future self to tell or do you ache for something more? Through his breakthrough discoveries, New York Times best-selling author Lewis Howes reveals how you can rewrite your past to propel yourself into a powerful and abundant future. With these raw and revealing personal stories, science-backed strategies from industry-leading experts, and step-by-step guidance, you will learn how to: Clearly define a Meaningful Mission to enhance your purpose for this season of life Identify the root causes of self-doubt and conquer the fears that hold you back Transform your mind to end self-sabotaging thoughts to live a rich life Manifest your greatness to make the maximum positive impact on those around you By applying the lessons and strategies found inside The Greatness Mindset, you will be able to design the life of your dreams and turn it into reality. Are you ready? Your journey to greatness begins now! “Whatever you do in life, adopting the right mindset is the most important ingredient to fulfilling your dreams. In this wonderful book, Lewis Howes gives you the practical tools to achieve true greatness.” — Dr. Joe Dispenza, New York Times best-selling author of You Are the Placebo

In Pursuing Greatness, five leading thinkers, consultants, and writers on teaching and learning have organized two dozen of the most common teacher problems of practice into six pathways and provided self-reflection guidance and tools to solve them. You'll gain research-based insights into why each strategy works, tips for how to apply it, and an opportunity to reflect on how it affects your own teaching and learning.

GREATNESS is a motivational book whose target audience is found in business and self-help. It is a life book, aimed at inspiring others to achieve their personal and professional best. Opening with an in-depth discussion of the nature of Greatness-what it is, what it is not, and why it is worth pursing-each subsequent chapter of the book consists of a detailed story illustrating one aspect of Greatness with examples from the sports greats that Don has interviewed over the years. This will be followed by a discussion and other related examples. There are also practical tips and plans for assisting the reader in implementing new habits, routines, practices, and philosophies of Greatness into his or her daily life. As each characteristic is outlined, the reader is challenged to look for areas in his or her professional and personal lives that can be improved by embracing these lessons. As Don often says during his speeches, "Though these characteristics are culled from some of the greatest winners in sports, not a single one requires you to be able to touch your toes! These iconic figures in sports have provided a classroom for us to learn about their pursuit of Greatness. You don't have to be good at sports - heck, you don't even have to like sports - to benefit from their lessons." It is the strong belief of those who Don has talked to over the years that greatness is available to all of us. Not in the same way or on the same field, mind you. But we all have the capacity to achieve greatness if we'll give the same dedication to these characteristics as do the winners presented and interviewed in GREATNESS.

A battle-tested guide on how to live a great life In Greatness Is a Choice, Wall Street legend Ethan Penner presents a jewel box filled with thoughts and ideas that challenge readers by stimulating a higher level of awareness and critical thinking. Penner’s forthright style makes the book invaluable to a broad range of readers. Each chapter is a guidepost for today’s challenging societal issues, but the words are also rooted in timeless thinking culled from Penner’s considerable personal and professional experiences. Greatness Is a Choice asks readers to consider new ideas and strategies as critical tools in the pursuit of a better life for themselves and their families. Greatness Is a Choice is also a compendium of values and ideals anyone can adopt to achieve greater personal and societal fulfillment. Penner writes about kindness, respect, and faith, along with a healthy reverence for family and legacy. Penner challenges readers to see the natural interconnectivity of politics, finance, economics, ideology, faith, nature, and music. Readers will: Discover new ways of thinking about how to define and attain personal success. Be reminded of the American principles that contributed to the nation’s rapid ascent and still serve as a beacon of hope, equality, and prosperity. Learn how choices to pursue a life of personal growth also benefit society. Be challenged to think and take action to do their part in creating a more peaceful and productive future. Greatness Is a Choice is a must-read for anyone with the courage to be intellectually challenged, consider and adopt new ideas, and think deeply about choices that lead to better lives for ourselves and our children. It is an ideal book to share with others to help establish a better intellectual framework for our future.

Courage to Pursue is a guide in which readers will experience how they can conquer the spirit of fear to turn their dreams into a reality. Each part of this book encourages readers to move out of their comfort zone to find the courage they need to succeed. Blackmon takes the readers through a series of points to get them to understand their purpose. She gives tips to the readers about what they should do to be all they can be. This book is full of positive affirmations that will allow readers to believe in themselves over and over again. Blackmon uses her life moments to share with readers how she had to use courage to get where she is right now. She transparently shares with the readers how she refused to allow fear to stop her and encourages them not to allow it to stop them. Readers are prompted to tap into their Five W's and one H (Who, What, When, Why and How) to understand and develop their own purpose on earth. This amazing book not only inspires, but also helps the reader to develop into the person they have always dreamed of becoming. Blackmon writer's voice is similar to that of a life coach. It is inspiring, rather than condescending. This touch allows the reader to understand that no matter what they've experienced in life, they can still move forward into all God has for them. Lisa has created a unique and classic guide to develop courage in every individual who has lost hope in completing their dreams.

The author encourages lifelong learning while providing inspirational messages and life-changing lessons that will make the work of getting to greatness a labor of love.

THIS PRESENT THE BASIC STEP BY STEP GUIDE TO GREATNESS IN EVERY LIFE ENDEAVOR. IT HIGHLIGHTS FIVE PRINCIPAL STEP TO ENSURE GREATNESS IN LIFE MAKING DECISION AS THE MOTHER OF GREAT EVENTS.IT IS A MUST READ FOR ALL ASPIRING ENTREPRENEURS AND ALL SUCCESS SEEKERS. ITS POINT THE READERS TO INTEGRITY AS THE SURE FOUNDATION FOR SUCCESS AND TAKING RESPONSIBILITY AND FACING CHALLENGES AS THE KEY TO GREATNESS AND PROMINENCE IN LIFE .

"Beyond a Whistle and a Prayer will forever change the way you look at sports and coaching. Society advocates sports as a means to instill virtue and character in our youth. But we all know that the system is broken to a large extent - from youth sports through college, and beyond. Too many coaches and parents are driven by the scoreboard, the win-at-all costs model. Is it any wonder that 70%%%% of kids drop out of sports by age 12? Many of us remember the words and actions of coaches for a lifetime. What memories are you leaving with your athletes? Chris helps us make sense of why sports are broken and how they can be restored as a tool to positively impact lives. It all centers on coaches being transformed by biblical truths and implementing practical tools so they can field competitive teams while also loving their athletes well. Join the journey and learn to coach with joy." -Gilbert Tuhabonye: Author of This Voice in My Heart; 8-time NCAA All-American; Distance Running Coach

Here at last! A dynamic book that will help you overcome negative feelings about yourself and put you on the road to success in every area of your life. Using sound Biblical principles, nationally known author, life coach, and businesswoman, Dr. MaryAnn Diorio, deals with such life-changing topics as overcoming worry and fear, taking charge of your life, learning to accept yourself, and finding your purpose in life. YOU WERE MADE FOR GREATNESS! offers practical advice which, if applied, guarantees success and will help you become all that God created you to be.Author of four books and over 100 published articles, Dr. Diorio holds four university degrees, including the Doctor of Philosophy and Master of Philosophy in French and Comparative Literature from the University of Kansas and the Master of Arts in Italian Language and Literature from Middlebury College. Currently, she is completing the Master of Fine Arts in Writing Popular Fiction through Seton Hill University. Dr. MaryAnn is the founder and owner of TopNotch Communications Group, LLC, a full-service firm providing writing, coaching, and translation services to individuals and businesses around the world.