Habits: Six Steps to the Art of Influence - Softcover

Goodloe Ph.D., Marcus Goodie; Martinez, Octavio Cesar

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0996446710 ISBN 13: 9780996446716

Publisher: Marcus D. Goodloe, 2017

Synopsis

“The profiles of men and women found in H.A.B.I.T.S. reinforce the truth that leadership is developed through discipline, but is sustained through choices that enable everyone to be a person of influence.”

Steve KellySenior PastorWave Church

"Through life’s hard lessons and God’s compassionate love, H.A.B.I.T.S is able to express and capture what it really takes to be a leader. As influencers, H.A.B.I.T.S: The Art of Influence, reminds us that leadership is a selfless act that consists of constant self-evaluations, and most importantly, taking the role of leadership seriously.”

Michelle Carter 3-time Olympian and 2016 Gold Medalist

Goodloe and Martinez provide six key steps to help leaders and influencers tap into a new level of personal achievement with a life-changing H.A.B.I.T acronym.

H - What fun elements play into your approach when leading others?

A - When you meet a person different from you, what does it take for you to assume the best in them?

B - Are you leading in a way to be good soil, so that you embrace opportunities to grow and learn?

I -When you insist upon excellence, how often do you measure progress?

T - How do you treat people who need your help?

S - Where do you seek community to find the best version of yourself?

About this title

About the Author:

Marcus Goodie Goodloe, Ph.D.

Goodie and his wife of twenty years, Lucy, live in the Los Angeles area and have two children, Hannah and Josh. Goodie serves as the Teaching Pastor at Parkcrest Church in Long Beach, California. In addition, he’s actively involved with Wave Church in Los Angeles, California, where he leads the pastoral care ministry, and serves on the speaking team for the eight campuses of Wave Church, around the country.

A Compton, California native, Goodie travels the globe mentoring students and educators, business professionals, athletes and entertainers, and faith communities on issues including the dynamics of culture, human relationships, leadership, character development, and spiritual formation.

Goodie published his book, Kingmaker: Applying Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s Leadership Lessons in Working with Athletes and Entertainers in 2015. In 2016, Dallas Baptist University established the Marcus Goodie Goodloe Scholarship in his honor. He has served as a guest lecturer at several universities and seminaries. At present, he is an adjunct professor at Dallas Baptist University.

Octavio Cesar Martinez

Octavio Cesar Martinez is an experienced sales manager, corporate relationship developer, and sales trainer, with more than 30 years of experience in the telecommunications industry. He has successfully designed and implemented sales and management training programs throughout Southern California.

Octavio shares his knowledge of leadership and personal development skills with people throughout the United States and around the world. He has addressed audiences and conducted seminars for businesses, colleges, churches and non-governmental organizations in Norway, Ecuador, India, Italy, Germany and Tajikistan. He has guest lectured at Fuller Seminary and BIOLA University; he has a degree in analytical philosophy with a minor in fine art and theology.

For three years, Octavio served as a Police Chaplain with two law enforcement agencies in Southern California. He was the founder of Mosaic Whittier, a spiritual community with a focus on personal development and the arts. Octavio is married with three adult children: David Octavio, Michael John and Christina Catherine; he currently lives in Southern California.

Review:

"H.A.B.I.T.S presents us with an opportunity to think differently about leadership. Goodloe and Martinez go beyond the familiar lists of skill sets and popular conceptions of success in favor of strategies grounded in the authentic health and wellness of the leader. The stories they share demonstrate the importance of cultivating the discipline to think and act in a values-driven and generous ways. Collaboration and innovation are sure to follow as a result. It's a refreshing and empowering take on leadership - whether you're taking on a leadership role for the first time or you're a seasoned pro, H.A.B.I.T.S is compelling!"

Dr. Karen Eshoo

Head of School

Vistamar School

"Leadership is more art than science, which means people who wish to or do influence others must have a nimbleness of mind, character toward growth, and a sharp set of skills to engage in a dance toward goals and mission. H.A.B.I.T.S has a trove of real-world wisdom that focuses on the realities of personal leadership, and life which are at the core of honest and successful leadership and influence. Readers will gain much wisdom, the practical "stuff" that is important to self-leadership and in influencing others."

Dr. David Gonzalez, Jr.

Assistant Professor of Public Administration & Organizational Leadership

"Goodie and Octavio are tested leaders who have led in the trenches and are now using their experiences to help train and develop other leaders. H.A.B.I.T.S is an easy to read, practical book that will help you to be more intentional in the development of your leadership. You'll want to start putting these habits into practice immediately. If you lead others, do yourself a favor and invest in your own leadership development by engaging in these six influence-shaping habits."

Mike Goldsworthy

Lead Pastor, Parkcrest Christian Church

Author of In God We Trust? When the Kingdom of God and Politics Collide

"A wise and highly readable manifesto on the necessity of healthy habits for full and good human life. Highly recommended."

Thomas M. Crisp, Ph.D.

Professor of Philosophy

Biola University

"Authentic, convicting, and practical. Having known the author, Octavio Martinez, I have seen and experienced the principles outlined in this book demonstrated first-hand for the past 30 years. I look back at the day I met him in 1987 and know with certainty that it was one of the most pivotal introductions in my life - where a relationship began and the author began a journey with me that in hindsight, was one of the most impactful and influential in all aspects of my life. In short, whether you are a seasoned professional or an individual looking for direction in life, if allowed, the pragmatic tenets found within this book will provide the fresh direction, be it personally or professionally, that you have been looking for."

Anthony Valentino Th.M.

Information Technology Director

About this edition

• Publisher: Marcus D. Goodloe
• Publication date: 2017
• ISBN 10: 0996446710
• ISBN 13: 9780996446716
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 164