Max Ehrmann wrote this in 1927. It's simple words and deep meaning has been the cornerstone of many "lives well lead" hopefully mine as well. The Desiderata Go placidly amid the noise and haste, and remember what peace there may be in silence. As far as possible without surrender be on good terms with all persons. Speak your truth quietly and clearly; and listen to others, even the dull and the ignorant; they too have their story. Avoid loud and aggressive persons, they are vexations to the spirit. If you compare yourself with others, you may become vain and bitter; for always there … [Read more...]
Archives for February 2014
Wow! Just interviewed Jane Hamilton
I just had the pleasure of interviewing best selling author Jane Hamilton. for my upcoming book titled "Ingredients of Outliers: Women Game Changers." Ms. Hamilton came to my attention after publishing an Oprah Book Club novel titled, "A Map of the World" which contains one of my favorite quotes; "“I used to think if you fell from grace it was more likely than not the result of one stupendous error, or else an unfortunate accident. I hadn't learned that it can happen so gradually you don't lose your stomach or hurt yourself in the landing. You don't necessarily sense the motion. I've found … [Read more...]
“Ingredients of Outliers” Climbs the Ladder of Top Amazon Kindle Downloads
Thanks to all of our fans, who have been there from day one, and welcome new incoming fans! We are so excited to have stumbled upon an all-new fan source through Amazon.com’s free 5 day Kindle Promotion! During and after the promotion, the eBook edition of "Ingredients of Outliers" rapidly climbed the ladder of top Amazon Kindle downloads, making it to #125 on the Amazon Best Sellers List! Outliers Publishing offered a special limited-time promotion from February 5th through the 9th. The promotion allowed thousands of Amazon users, fans and book enthusiasts the opportunity to download … [Read more...]
IngredientsofOutliers
Meet John, the author of the Outlier Series. Listen to the vision behind the existing and upcoming books! … [Read more...]
Ingredients of Outliers on The Morning Scramble AZTV 7
Author John Shufeldt's interview on The Morning Scramble on AZTV 7. … [Read more...]
Young Outliers: A Middle School Football Team’s Life Changing Play
Being an Outlier is not distinguished by an individual’s age or life experience, it is distinguished by an individual’s ability to think outside the group and generate positive change, creating a ripple effect for the better. Here’s a story of how one small group of eighth grade students changed the life and perspective of many from the football field. Kieth Orr was born with behavioral and learning disabilities, which is cause in part for his extra-compassionate temperament. During a football game in October, Orr’s teammates created a heroic scheme, without the knowledge of their coach … [Read more...]