Resources

Welcome to the New Directions Resource Center! There is much to be learned from reading a good book. From keeping abreast of the latest business news and marketing trends to indulging in an escape to our dreams, taking time to read will prepare us for the future and let us understand the great lessons of the past.

Please let me know what you are reading and submit any ideas for what you might like to have in your resource center!

Management/Sales/Leadership

The One Minute Manager by Kenneth H. Blanchard and Spencer Johnson
The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen R. Covey
Little Red Book of Selling: 12.5 Principles of Sales Greatness by Jeffrey Gitomer
Leadership Is an Art by Max De Pree
Tribes: We Need You to Lead Us by Seth Godin

Personal Development

Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff by Richard Carlson, PH.D
Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff at Work by Richard Carlson, PH.D
StrengthsFinder 2.0: A New and Upgraded Edition of the Online Test from Gallup's Now, Discover Your Strengths by Tom Rath (Author)
Get a Life That Doesn't Suck: 10 Surefire Ways to Live Life and Love the Ride by Michelle DeAngelis (Author)

Transition

Who Moved My Cheese by Spencer Johnson, M.D.
The Tipping Point: How Little Things Can Make a Big Difference by Malcolm Gladwell

“I was at a point in both my personal and professional life where I was feeling frustrated and paralyzed by too many commitments, overwhelming multi-tasking, fatigue and at a total loss of sense of direction, fulfillment and well-being. Even the idea of working with a coach seemed like just one more thing to do. Once I realized I could be coached over the phone when it was convenient for me, I decided to give it a chance.

Kathy’s experience, guidance, patience and calmness helped alleviate my initial apprehension to the coaching process, and has allowed me to discuss my issues, challenges and concerns without fear of “exposure” or judgment.  Coaching with Kathy has encouraged me to step back from the craziness and take the necessary time I need to focus on my life, identify issues and establish action plans with realistic, manageable steps. All of these steps have help restore a sense of control and calmness for me.

If I had only known how effective and beneficial it would be to work with a Coach, I would have done it years ago!” 
~Marketing Manager