Leadership and Soft Skills for Students: Empowered to Succeed in High School, College, and Beyond

"Recent college graduates are more innovative, creative, and dynamic than ever - yet many haven't had the time to develop the set of soft, fluid skills required for success over the long haul. Dr. Green has compiled everything they need to know into one excellent resource!"

--Marshall Goldsmith, author of the New York Times and Wall Street Journal #1 Best Seller Triggers.

In today's competitive landscape, brains alone won't get you very far. Truly successful students and young professionals exhibit certain skills that make them really stand out from the crowd. They communicate well, dress and act professionally, solve problems, and seem to be natural leaders. If you're wondering how you can acquire these important leadership and soft skills, this book is for you.

Author Cary J. Green, PhD, draws upon years of teaching and mentoring students to show you how to thrive in your education and in your career by applying the three Rs: Readiness, Relationships, and Results. Readiness teaches you self-awareness. Relationships teaches you to communicate effectively and connect with others in your personal and professional life. Results teaches you to be future-oriented and to set and achieve your goals.

Whether you're in high school, college, or graduate school, or are beginning your career, the advice and practical exercises contained in this book will empower you to succeed in whatever you set out to do.

CARY J. GREEN, PhD, has been an educator and mentor to young people for more than twenty years. Now a full-time author, speaker, and life-skills coach, Green has taught undergraduate and graduate students at three different universities. Although he has enjoyed success as a researcher, teacher, and leader in higher education, his true professional passion is mentoring young people on the development of leadership and so_ skills that empower them to succeed. For more information on personalized academic and lifeskills coaching, visit his website at www.Leadershipandsoftskills.com.