Book Contests: An Author’s Competitive Advantage
Award Finalist, Nonfiction – Adventure for The Iraq I Knew… From Saddam Hussein to Weapons of Mass Destruction to Al Qaeda in Iraq, 2025 International Book Awards “Some things require further explanation.” Readers’ Favorite sponsors an Annual Book Contest with thousands of entrants in 150 categories and over 850 winners. Each category has five award…
Read MoreJudgment: The Foundation of Decision-making
Decision-making is rarely an easy task. It requires a great deal of time, talent, energy, and information. During the next few weeks, we will explore the characteristics of decision-making through the wisdom of prominent individuals – some familiar to you, while others may have lived before your time. Regardless, the sage advice they provide is…
Read MoreMilitary Service: The Ultimate Opportunity
“Opportunities Have Expiration Dates.” I am reminded how fleeting opportunities are every time I hear someone say, “I wish I had joined the military, or I wish I had served.” Service to the country can come in many forms, but the military is so unique because, It is the 1% protecting the other 99%. Although…
Read MoreHoning My Humility: Laser Surgery on My Leadership
We often read about the various attributes required of a leader, but what are our criteria? One criterion I have always cherished is humility, because leaders we are appointed, not anointed. While many may find this hard to believe, there is always someone waiting in the wings to take your place. And as consumer advocate Ralph Nadar…
Read MoreAdvanced REBOOT: Trauma Healing at a New Level
Trauma Healing can occur at a new level. Enter, Advanced REBOOT. Trauma healing is a process that does not occur all at once. On Wednesday, October 1, 2025, REBOOT Recovery of the Quad Cities held an Open House for our Trauma REBOOT graduates at our new location at the Historic Johnson School. The graduates who…
Read MoreI’m A Winner!!!
I’m A Winner!!! Authors always appreciate feedback on their work, and being placed in any contest is a great honor! For the Readers’ Favorite contests, each genre has five award categories – Gold, Silver, Bronze, Honorable Mention, and Finalist. My book, The Iraq I Knew…, was selected as a finalist in the Non-Fiction – Adventure…
Read MoreIt’s Here! ¿Puede Dios Confiarte con Problemas?
¿Puede Dios Confiarte con Problemas? Can God Trust You with Trouble? I am proud to announce the release of Can God Trust You with Trouble?, Spanish edition. This was a long time coming from inception to publication. Comparing the English and Spanish versions to ensure the text flowed smoothly, the correct words were used, and…
Read MoreTrauma Healing: It’s A Process
The first step in trauma healing is to admit you have trauma. The second step is to seek help. Trauma REBOOT helps with the second step and is a process. This is why we extended our registration until October 8, 2025. Some people can come forward on their own; others need a support partner, while others…
Read MoreWho Do You Trust?
Trust is a frequent topic in many organizations. Who do you trust? Once we leave home for the cold, cruel world, we must establish non-familial relationships and, at some point, learn to depend on others. Merriam-Webster defined trust as “assured reliance on the character, ability, strength, or truth of someone or something” (Trust, 2018). Assured…
Read MoreExtended Trauma REBOOT Registration
We have extended our registration for the Fall 2025 Trauma REBOOT Course to October 8, 2025. Gives people a little more time to think about it. The updated information is on the flyer. Please share on social media networks or print copies for those not on social media. #trauma #traumahealing #reboot #rebootrecovery Thank you very…
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