Community Impact

*The basis for the documentary Join or Die—now streaming on Netflix!* Updated to include a new chapter about the influence of social media and the Internet—the 20th anniversary edition of Bowling Alone remains a seminal work of social analysis, and its examination of what happened to our...

Transformational Leadership For Aspiring Leaders Inspire With Authenticity and Vision to Make a Positive Impact on Your Organizations and Communities by Michael J. L. Gillette, M.A., B.A., A.A.S. Are you ready to lead with purpose—not just power? Transformational Leadership for Aspiring Leaders is your practical, motivational guide to becoming the kind of leader people choose to follow. Whether you're a new supervisor, a seasoned public servant, or a team member with a vision for positive change, this book will equip you with the mindset, tools, and strategies to lead with authenticity, ...

Discover a transformative lifestyle with Tiny Homes, Big Impact, your essential guide to the captivating world of tiny home communities. This thought-provoking eBook delves into the evolution of tiny living, examining its rise from modest beginnings to a global phenomenon shaping modern housing landscapes. Explore the psychological allure of minimalist spaces and the profound emotional and behavioral changes they inspire. Immerse yourself in the innovative designs and planning that are defining tiny home communities worldwide. Learn about the challenges and breakthroughs in zoning laws and ...

Forging Queer Leaders explores the unique and inspiring developmental experiences of LGBTQ+ leaders, the amazing capabilities they bring to teams, and what that means for everyone pursuing positive and inclusive organizational strategy. With stories from the armed forces, lawyers, entrepreneurs, authors, academics, thought-leaders, medical professionals - you name it - this shows how queer folk everywhere are harnessing their hard-won power and resilience to excel.

INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER A collection of one hundred deeply personal stories—covering love and heartbreak, growth and resilience—brought to life by the creator of the wildly popular TikTok account @HunterProsper. Every person has a story. Dick knew that it was love at first sight...

A series of shifts are happening in our economy: Millennials are trading in conventional career paths to launch tech start-ups, start small businesses that are rooted in local communities, or freelance their expertise. We are sharing everything, from bikes and cars, to extra rooms in our homes. We now create, buy and sell handcrafted products in our local communities with ease. CEO of Imperative Aaron Hurst argues in his latest book that while these developments seem unrelated at first, taken together they reveal a powerful pattern that points to purpose as the new driver of the American economy.

UNITED IN PURPOSE: WOMEN LEADERS CHANGING THE NARRATIVE United in Purpose is a powerful anthology that amplifies the voices of courageous women who are breaking barriers, inspiring change, and pioneering solutions for a better future. This collection of transformative stories celebrates women leaders who have turned pain into purpose, challenges into opportunities, and vision into action. From business and entrepreneurship to nonprofit advocacy, from community development to global influence, these women are boldly reshaping narratives, leading with integrity, and building legacies of ...

The kaleidoscopic story of how an underground American subculture reshaped the global fashion industry. The world now calls it “streetwear.” This is the story of how this fiercely guarded counterculture launched a lifestyle and fashion movement that has endured for nearly fifty years. It was...

Unlock the key to thriving in the bustling world of seasonal promotions with Seasonal Success, your essential guide to mastering niche marketing and crafting unforgettable holiday-themed events. This eBook delivers a comprehensive blueprint for small retailers aiming to engage local communities, create compelling market strategies, and maximize profits all year round. Dive into Chapter 1 to explore the importance of niche marketing and learn how identifying your unique seasonal segments can set your business apart. Delve into Chapter 2 as you discover how to craft the perfect holiday-themed...

When we really love something, we talk about it. This is true when find a great new restaurant, enjoy a sports team, or when we stumble onto a fantastic new product. We want to share the joy and tell others. We naturally “evangelize” and invite others to experience what we have found...

A passionate testimony to the power of moving forward by going back home, a Midwestern native shares hope in going local. Just after turning forty, Steve Grove left Silicon Valley as a Google executive to move to his home state of Minnesota with his wife and fellow tech exec, Mary Grove, and...

Getting Gamers will show that rather than being a waste of time, video games can help us develop skills, make friends, succeed at work, form good habits, and be happy. Taking the time to learn what's happening in our heads as we play and shop allows us to approach games and gaming communities on our own terms and get more out of them. With examples from the games themselves, Jamie Madigan offers a fuller understanding of the impact of games on our psychology and the influence of psychology on our games.

Does timing, circumstance, or luck impact your health care? This groundbreaking book reveals the hidden side of medicine and how unexpected—but predictable—events can profoundly affect our health. Is there ever a good time to have a heart attack? Why do kids born in the summer get...

A transformative look at the hidden work of all adult daughters who share the invisible load, from the eldest to the youngest, offering a fresh perspective on care, emotional resilience, and the power daughters have to shape healthier, more fulfilling family connections. For readers of both...

What do self-help culture, influencer branding, therapy-speak, and political polarization have in common? They all reflect a deeper crisis: the rise of hyper-individualism. In this provocative and timely book, The Age of Hyper-Individualism explores how the modern obsession with the self—its improvement, expression, and protection—has reshaped nearly every aspect of contemporary life. Drawing on philosophy, psychology, politics, spirituality, and pop culture, Daniel Kirrin examines how we got here and what it’s costing us. From the commodification of identity to the marketization of ...

What if you and just a handful of other dedicated, generous women could affect powerful change? That’s the question Wendy H. Steele set out to answer when she founded Impact100, one of today’s most significant grassroots organizations. In Invitation to Impact, she shares her story of creating a unique, successful giving model, as well as the stories of the amazing women who helped to make it grow, empowering you to spark change in your own community.

SOCIOLINGUISTICS IN THE DIGITAL ERA --- This book offers a comprehensive breakdown of the dynamic relationship between language and digital technology, examining how digital communication platforms catalyze linguistic evolution and identity formation. Anchoring its analysis in sociolinguistics, the book gets into the phenomenon of online code-switching, revealing its implications for language fluidity and cultural hybridity. This book carefully examines the impact of social media on language norms, unpacking how these platforms both reflect and shape linguistic trends. A significant focus ...

Unlock the secret path to creating your dream tiny home community with Navigating Tiny Home Permits. This comprehensive guide takes you on a journey from the philosophical roots of tiny living to the future trends shaping this innovative housing movement. Whether you're a prospective tiny home owner, developer, or community planner, this book provides all the insights you need to understand complex zoning and land use regulations, demystify the permitting process, and embrace sustainable building practices. Dive into essential chapters that break down zoning laws, land evaluation, and local...

The co-founder and CEO of Delivering Happiness updates the Delivering Happiness model for our new abnormal, showing organizations of every kind how to cultivate a culture that can adapt to change, be highly profitable, and support all its people...starting with yourself. Jenn Lim has...

In 1978, when Jamiyla was two years old, her mother, Ummi, quit her job, converted to Islam with her husband, and moved into an exclusive Muslim society in Brooklyn. Once inside the Community, the family was separated by its powerful and charismatic leader, Dwight York, who was hiding behind the name Imam Isa. Instead of the devotional refuge they’d imagined, the Community was a nightmare of controlled abuse and unspeakable secrets. Forty years later, Jamiyla was ready to excavate and understand a past buried in bad dreams, disturbing memories, and inexplicable rage.