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I'm a bestselling author, three-time TEDx speaker, award-winning podcaster, and professor at NYU.
My book Initiative: A Proven Method to Bring Your Passions to Life (and Work): https://joshuaspodek.com/initiative
My book Leadership Step by Step: https://joshuaspodek.com/leadership-step-by-step
My podcast, This Sustainable Life: http://joshuaspodek.com/podcast
My TEDx talks: https://joshuaspodek.com/tedx
I post daily at http://joshuaspodek.com.
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An endorsement for Initiative from Lieutenant General Paul K. Van Riper, US Marine Corps (Retired):
"Whether leading or following, you need to read Initiative. I have long yearned for such a book—the most clear and persuasive on personal development and leadership I've found in 60 years of adulthood. Spodek's focus on initiative and reflection matches what I found important serving in and leading organizations from a few people to over 15,000 Marines and Sailors. He illustrates key ideas with meaningful examples and helpful practical exercises. It's lucid, succinct, easy to read, and deeply profound. It has earned a prominent place in my library."
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An endorsement for Leadership Step by Step from Lloyd Austin, the US Secretary of Defense:
"Great leaders aren't born with a 'leadership gene'; great leaders develop the necessary skills and gain confidence through practice and hard work. In Leadership Step by Step, Joshua Spodek presents a thoughtful approach to becoming a highly effective leader that emphasizes the importance of experiential learning. It will serve as a valuable resource for leaders at all levels in any profession. Indeed, Joshua's practical exercises will help prospective, as well as experienced leaders, to master their craft and ultimately to succeed in leading and inspiring others in their various pursuits."