#Leading by Example

[shisasan]

In my case, I can sincerely say that nothing is impossible… When I was saying I want to be No. 1 of the world, and I was seven or eight years old, most of the people were laughing at me because it seems like I have one percent of chances to do that, and I've done it.

Novak Djoković

[rosegardendeprofundis]

Leading by Example by Kelsey Quinn Review

Dates Read: March 4 — March 6, 2025

Rating: ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

Genre: Memoir

2025 Reading Goal: 25/100

Quinn has experiences here that could make a compelling memoir, but unfortunately this book severely suffers from “telling not showing” and a lack of structure. The memoir primarily focuses on Quinn’s estranged relationship with her father, Jeff. The the reader should feel strongly about this character and the abuse he inflicts on his family (Rex from The Glass Castle and Gene from Educated both come to mind as examples of this archetype written effectively), but there aren’t enough concrete scenes in the memoir to make the reader really feel connected. Quinn gives enough information for us to acknowledge that Jeff hurt her but not enough for us to really feel that grief.

In terms of structure, the book hardly has a narrative flow and often feels disjointed and repetitive. This can be frustrating as a reader because Quinn will allude to an event that could’ve made an interesting story but then immediately start rambling about something else instead. The timeline also jumps around a lot when a chronological/linear structure would’ve made perfect sense here.

Overall, my main problem with this book is that the potential of a decent memoir is in there somewhere, but not enough planning, storytelling, and editing was done to bring that story to the surface. Instead, we get a collection of vague and unconvincing journal entries that lack focus and, at times, come across as self-absorbed.

[wickedzeevyln]

✮ Father's Day ✮

At one point, a man abandons a life of restless liberty to groom himself for a higher purpose; one that leads him to grow beyond his years and take the definitive role as a father. A role that calls for noble actions to inspire and instill examples in his children, in hopes that one day when frailty subdues his physical form all that he is would translate into unparalleled values that his…

[manojnaironline]

Qualities of a good leader

In my view, a good leader is someone who leads by example. True leadership is about guiding your team toward success and ensuring that no one is left behind. A great leader acknowledges and celebrates the contributions of their team, never taking credit for collective achievements. They are genuine, avoiding empty promises and unnecessary attention, focusing instead on the goals and growth of…

[mydayswithtarotbystella]

From Self-Expression to Inspiring Others: A Journey of Personal Growth

As humans, we are wired to seek connection and understanding. For many of us, expressing ourselves comes naturally—it’s a way to navigate the complexities of our emotions and experiences. However, there comes a point when we realize that self-expression alone isn’t enough; we need to use our stories to inspire and uplift others.For years, I’ve been on a journey of self-discovery and expression.…

[365momme]

Creative Ways to Encourage Healthy Eating in Kids

Introduction: Instilling healthy eating habits in children is essential for their overall growth, development, and well-being. However, many parents face the challenge of encouraging their children to eat nutritious foods. To tackle this issue, it is crucial to adopt creative and engaging strategies that make healthy eating enjoyable and appealing to young minds. This essay aims to explore a…

[kc22invesmentsblog]

Unleashing the Power of Leadership: Inspiring Others to Achieve Greatness

Written by Delvin In the realm of leadership, it is often misunderstood that greatness is solely measured by individual achievements. However, the true essence of leadership lies in the ability to empower and inspire others to accomplish extraordinary feats. As Ronald Reagan once said, “The greatest leader is not necessarily the one who does the greatest things. He is the one that gets the…

[markmcole]

The Heart of Worship: Loving God with All We Are

In the world of music, especially within the realm of church worship, the role of a worship leader and their team is often seen as one that’s centered around musical talent, skill, and creating an atmosphere of praise and adoration. While these elements are undoubtedly important, there’s a deeper and more foundational aspect that lies at the core of true worship: loving God with all our…

[kidsinnowadays]

How to Be the Cool Parent Without Losing Authority: 6 Hip Strategies That Work

Learn how to strike a balance between being the "cool" parent and maintaining your authority, creating a harmonious and respectful parent-child relationship. #ParentingBalance #CoolParenting #HipStrategies #EffectiveParenting

Striking the Balance Between Cool and Authoritative Parenting is a delicate dance between love, guidance, and boundaries. We all want our children to view us as the cool and understanding parents they can confide in, but we also need to maintain authority to ensure their safety and well-being. Striking this balance can be a real challenge, but it’s not impossible. In this blog post, we’re about…

[dasiesanddarkness]

the fact that Jesper is written to have aspects of adhd beyond the "haha he can't focus" part a lot of people tend to reduce it to is genuinely so important to me. AND that those things actually affect him and his self esteem realistically. he's not reduced to dumb comic relief that has adhd because it's quirky and gets diversity points, he's an actual character, and his adhd is an actual part of him, not a label they slapped on to make him more relatable.

he has time blindness, he's impulsive, he stims/fidgets (and i mean actually fidgets), he's forgetful, he has rsd, he has emotional dysregulation, and he has an addiction (people with untreated adhd are more likely to develop addictions because of under stimulation and seeking dopamine). he is a vibrant, real character, with real struggles that i relate to so deeply. he will always be so very special to me.

[dykekarkat]

neil knowing that his distrust of wymack and his physical reactions to him are from the experiences he's had with his father but his inability to recognize the discomfort he feels around renee and betsy as something that could be connected to his mother...ive gotta put this boy in a lab for real...

[aceissomunster]

discowing + jaybin ! press for quality

txtless + ref under the cut

ignore my horrible art please i drew this on ibis paint x with my finger and the soft felt tip pen brush. and my crappy penmanship.