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Stepping Forward: A Positive, Practical Path to Transform Our Communities and Our Lives
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How do we bring people together when our society is breaking apart? What will it take to bridge our divides, overcome mistrust, and restore our belief that we can get things done together as Americans? How do we bring out the best in us? In Stepping Forward, Richard C. Harwood gives us a new and inspiring blueprint to rediscover what we share in common and ...more
How do we bring people together when our society is breaking apart? What will it take to bridge our divides, overcome mistrust, and restore our belief that we can get things done together as Americans? How do we bring out the best in us? In Stepping Forward, Richard C. Harwood gives us a new and inspiring blueprint to rediscover what we share in common and ...more
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Hardcover, 168 pages
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October 1st 2019
by Greenleaf Book Group Press
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Stepping forward is a book that is long overdue! It is both thought-provoking and inspirational. Instead of focusing on what divides us, author Richard C. Harwood encourages us to focus on what brings us together; to focus more on "community" and less on echo chambers. This book is peppered with research data, thoughtful analysis and realistic optimism.
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Disclaimer: I received a review copy of this book via Goodreads.
Perhaps I'm just too much of a cynic, but I found this book short on the practical advice it promises. The author is an expert in this, and has such a good reputation that he's highly in demand. Surely he knows what he's talking about, right?
Most of his advice boils down to vague suggestions to start by asking questions of the community to find out what that particularly community really wants. Then he waves his hands, tells some he ...more
Perhaps I'm just too much of a cynic, but I found this book short on the practical advice it promises. The author is an expert in this, and has such a good reputation that he's highly in demand. Surely he knows what he's talking about, right?
Most of his advice boils down to vague suggestions to start by asking questions of the community to find out what that particularly community really wants. Then he waves his hands, tells some he ...more
Rich Harwood writes from a strong core of personal and professional credibility regarding creating a sense of belonging and civic community leadership. His definition of accountability requires each of us to assume full responsibility for who we can become and what we must do.
He creates a blueprint for individuals and communities to create a shared, inclusive future together to collectively tackle the thorny issues that often divide us.
Rich focuses on the courage it takes to be intentional about ...more
He creates a blueprint for individuals and communities to create a shared, inclusive future together to collectively tackle the thorny issues that often divide us.
Rich focuses on the courage it takes to be intentional about ...more
I was interested in reading this book because I am a Community Facilitator and every day it's all about cohesion and getting different stakeholders on board to push for and realize an objective.
This book shares insights from both the author's experiences working in and with communities and research from other works.
I jotted down 4 key questions that he shares in this book that I found to be insightful and practical. I also did this because they are what I'd love to use to keep me purpose driven: ...more
This book shares insights from both the author's experiences working in and with communities and research from other works.
I jotted down 4 key questions that he shares in this book that I found to be insightful and practical. I also did this because they are what I'd love to use to keep me purpose driven: ...more
“What kind of life do you want to lead and will you lean in or pull away?”
I loved his take on “wakefulness” and “moral accountability”. I thought it was the best part of the book. It was preachy/negative at times (which might have been the point) but it was also educational, everyone should read this book or important excerpts from it to better understand other communities.
“We must open ourselves up to listen to others. To take in what they say. Consider its meaning. Often when we do, we discov ...more
I loved his take on “wakefulness” and “moral accountability”. I thought it was the best part of the book. It was preachy/negative at times (which might have been the point) but it was also educational, everyone should read this book or important excerpts from it to better understand other communities.
“We must open ourselves up to listen to others. To take in what they say. Consider its meaning. Often when we do, we discov ...more
Incredibly insightful and impactful book. This is not another rah-rah, be nice and love each other book, it is about taking a hard look at where you (we) are and stepping up to set the example.
Moving forward starts with a single step, this is that step.
Moving forward starts with a single step, this is that step.
Nov 10, 2020
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I received a copy of this book via Goodreads First Reads program. The author examines what it takes to build community and draw people together to work towards common goals. The book’s tone seemed like it was more geared toward readers who oversee organizations, not the average citizen looking to apply principles to their personal life.
"Stepping Forward" is certainly pertinent in these times especially if you are not only asking how to reopen community but how do we rebuild communities.
My copy was a gift through Goodreads First Reads. ...more
My copy was a gift through Goodreads First Reads. ...more
A little repetitive but shared good insights and examples.
Lots of good information, but a little repetitive.
(Won this book on Goodreads). Very good read to show you how to get up and get out. How to start working in your community to make it better. Showing examples of how to approach hard subjects and come together as a community where all listen and hear each other. With a side of the Holy Spirit the author brings in bible parables and scripture to help bring the points home.
I won this book on a Goodreads giveaway. I say this not only as a general disclaimer, but because it will explain why I chose to read a book that really wasn't an ideal fit for me. In fairness, I did not let this impact my rating of the book!
Every time I start a book I've won in a giveaway, I'm extremely tentative. While I'm a fan of self-publishing, like all other wonderful things in life, it isn't perfect. I was thrilled to find this to be a well written book and I only found one minor typo! ...more
Every time I start a book I've won in a giveaway, I'm extremely tentative. While I'm a fan of self-publishing, like all other wonderful things in life, it isn't perfect. I was thrilled to find this to be a well written book and I only found one minor typo! ...more
This book lays out a very profound yet simple methodology for how to build community and civic pride, bridge the divides that are tearing us apart, deal with social and civic PTSD, and make at least our local world a better place. The methodology is simple, but the execution is not - it asks for a revamping of the social and psychological conditioning and perspectives we've been developing for decades. But I believe this sort of culture and perspective change is the only thing that is going to m
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Dec 25, 2019
Darlene Messenger
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I received this book as part of the Goodreads giveaway program for review and all thoughts and opinions are my own.
The author is referred to as a "trusted civic voice". His purpose in writing this book is to instruct individuals and communities to turn outward, thus bringing hope to the community and our countries. He has helped communities grieving loss after mass shootings and disasters of natural proportions. He calls for the individual t ...more
I received this book as part of the Goodreads giveaway program for review and all thoughts and opinions are my own.
The author is referred to as a "trusted civic voice". His purpose in writing this book is to instruct individuals and communities to turn outward, thus bringing hope to the community and our countries. He has helped communities grieving loss after mass shootings and disasters of natural proportions. He calls for the individual t ...more
I received this ebook from Goodreads Giveaway. This book is well written and easy to read. The author provided numerous examples of his prior experience and references for further reading. It has given me a different perspective in working with the groups in which I volunteer. I liked the advise on starting with a shared vision and working on obtainable goals while being prepared to allow the goals to evolve, change or grow. At first I was concerned that it was not providing information on how t
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It’s about working with a community effectively by truly involving them and provides guidelines to help you follow that path. Has a few gems in it, but overall felt like it could have been short. I felt like it would have been improved with more anecdotes or if the ones that were there were better told. Some of them missed the mark for me. A quick read.
Thank you for the opportunity to review this book as a giveaway recipient. I am excited to read it and will update my thoughts on this book soon!
Loved this book so insightful
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