Challenge the Ordinary
Challenge the Ordinary

Author: Linda D. Henman

Publisher: Red Wheel/Weiser

Published: 2014-05-19

Total Pages: 256

ISBN-13: 1601634706

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There’s little room for error in today’s global economy. It does not allow for mediocrity; the rules and players have changed; and ordinary simply won’t work anymore. If companies don’t have the best products and services and the top people delivering them, their competition will—and they will do it all over the world. As companies expand and grow, the skills that led to their success often won’t sustain further development in a more complex, high-stakes environment. Yet few resources exist to help them. They frequently flounder in their attempts to create a competitive strategy, work with the board, and keep other talented executives, managers, and employees on board, all while endeavoring to navigate the turbulent waters of leadership. They need a roadmap to success. Challenge the Ordinary will help managers and executives at all levels: Avoid the traps of traditional strategy formulation and decision making. Discover what a leader can do to build a culture that defines “legacy.” Find out what leaders must do to attract, retain, and develop stars. Identify a clear path for organizational success.

Challenge the Ordinary
Challenge the Ordinary

Author: Linda D. Henman

Publisher:

Published: 2014

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781601633163

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Challenge the Ordinary will help managers and executives at all levels: *Avoid the traps of traditional strategy formulation and decision-making. *Discover what a leader can do to build a culture that defines 'legacy.' *Find out what leaders must do to attract, retain, and develop stars. *Identify a clear path for organizational success.

In Quest of the Ordinary
In Quest of the Ordinary

Author: Stanley Cavell

Publisher: University of Chicago Press

Published: 1994-11

Total Pages: 214

ISBN-13: 0226098184

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These lectures by one of the most influential and original philosophers of the twentieth century constitute a sustained argument for the philosophical basis of romanticism, particularly in its American rendering. Through his examination of such authors as Emerson, Thoreau, Poe, Wordsworth, and Coleridge, Stanley Cavell shows that romanticism and American transcendentalism represent a serious philosophical response to the challenge of skepticism that underlies the writings of Wittgenstein and Austin on ordinary language.

Revolution of the Ordinary
Revolution of the Ordinary

Author: Toril Moi

Publisher: University of Chicago Press

Published: 2017-05-22

Total Pages: 307

ISBN-13: 022646444X

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This radically original book argues for the power of ordinary language philosophy—a tradition inaugurated by Ludwig Wittgenstein and J. L. Austin, and extended by Stanley Cavell—to transform literary studies. In engaging and lucid prose, Toril Moi demonstrates this philosophy’s unique ability to lay bare the connections between words and the world, dispel the notion of literature as a monolithic concept, and teach readers how to learn from a literary text. Moi first introduces Wittgenstein’s vision of language and theory, which refuses to reduce language to a matter of naming or representation, considers theory’s desire for generality doomed to failure, and brings out the philosophical power of the particular case. Contrasting ordinary language philosophy with dominant strands of Saussurean and post-Saussurean thought, she highlights the former’s originality, critical power, and potential for creative use. Finally, she challenges the belief that good critics always read below the surface, proposing instead an innovative view of texts as expression and action, and of reading as an act of acknowledgment. Intervening in cutting-edge debates while bringing Wittgenstein, Austin, and Cavell to new readers, Revolution of the Ordinary will appeal beyond literary studies to anyone looking for a philosophically serious account of why words matter.

The Elusiveness of the Ordinary
The Elusiveness of the Ordinary

Author: Stanley Rosen

Publisher: Yale University Press

Published: 2008-10-01

Total Pages: 336

ISBN-13: 0300129521

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The concept of the ordinary, along with such cognates as everyday life, ordinary language, and ordinary experience, has come into special prominence in late modern philosophy. Thinkers have employed two opposing yet related responses to the notion of the ordinary: scientific and phenomenological approaches on the one hand, and on the other, more informal or even anti-scientific procedures. Eminent philosopher Stanley Rosen here presents the first comprehensive study of the main approaches to theoretical mastery of ordinary experience. He evaluates the responses of a wide range of modern and contemporary thinkers and grapples with the peculiar problem of the ordinary—how to define it in its own terms without transforming it into a technical (and so, extraordinary) artifact. Rosen’s approach is both historical and philosophical. He offers Montesquieu and Husserl as examples of the scientific approach to ordinary experience; contrasts Kant and Heidegger with Aristotle to illustrate the transcendental approach and its main alternatives; discusses attempts by Wittgenstein and Strauss to return to the pre-theoretical domain; and analyzes the differences among such thinkers as Moore, Austin, Grice, and Russell with respect to the analytical response to ordinary language. Rosen concludes with a theoretical exploration of the central problem of how to capture the elusive ordinary intact.

The Ordinary
The Ordinary

Author: Jim Grimsley

Publisher: Macmillan

Published: 2005-10

Total Pages: 372

ISBN-13: 9780765305299

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The Ordinary is a powerful and entrancing tale of magic, science, and the mysterious truth that binds them together. Jim Grimsley's novels and short stories have been favorably compared to the works of Samuel R. Delany, Jack Vance, and Ursula K. Le Guin. Now he unleashes an ambitious and audacious collision between science and magic. The Twil Gate links two very different realms. On one side of the portal is Senal, an advanced technological civilization of some thirty billion inhabitants, all cybernetically linked and at war with machine intelligences many light-years away. On the other side is Irion, a land of myth and legend, where the world is flat and mighty wizards once ruled. Jedda Martele is a linguist and trader from Senal. Although fascinated by the languages and cultures of Irion, she shares her people's assumption that Irion is backward and superstitious and no match for her homeland's superior numbers and technology. But as the two realms march inevitably toward war, Jedda finds herself at the center of historic, unimaginable events that will challenge everything she has ever believed about the world--and herself.

Challenging Authority
Challenging Authority

Author: Frances Fax Piven

Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield

Published: 2008-07-11

Total Pages: 205

ISBN-13: 0742563405

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Argues that ordinary people exercise extraordinary political courage and power in American politics when, frustrated by politics as usual, they rise up in anger and hope, and defy the authorities and the status quo rules that ordinarily govern their daily lives. By doing so, they disrupt the workings of important institutions and become a force in American politics. Drawing on critical episodes in U.S. history, Piven shows that it is in fact precisely at those seismic moments when people act outside of political norms that they become empowered to their full democratic potential.

Beyond the Ordinary
Beyond the Ordinary

Author: Sergio Rijo

Publisher: SERGIO RIJO

Published: 2023-08-01

Total Pages: 132

ISBN-13:

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Embark on a profound journey of self-discovery with "Beyond the Ordinary: Unleashing Your Supernatural Potential." This groundbreaking book seamlessly weaves together scientific insights and spiritual wisdom, guiding readers to awaken their latent supernatural abilities. Through a captivating exploration of the mysteries of human consciousness, this transformative work empowers individuals to transcend physical limitations and tap into their boundless potential. Practical exercises and real-life examples enrich the journey, inviting readers to embrace their multidimensional nature and create a life of endless possibilities. From understanding the power of belief and consciousness to exploring quantum potentials, each chapter unfolds a tapestry of transformative concepts. Delve into the science of neuroplasticity and rewire the mind-body connection for profound personal growth. Unveil the secrets of the heart's intelligence and harness the power of visualization to shape reality through imagination. Integrate movement and mindfulness through walking meditation to tap into higher states of consciousness and gain spiritual insights. Discover the enigmatic pineal gland and unlock its potential for exploring mystical realms of consciousness. Embrace the science of manifestation and align with universal abundance to co-create your reality with the quantum field. Step into higher dimensions, communicate with higher beings, and expand your spiritual awareness. Learn to transmute negative emotions into positive power, embracing emotional resilience and compassion for profound healing. Activate the body's natural healing capacities and explore mind-body healing modalities for holistic well-being. Foster conscious relationships based on love, compassion, and authentic communication, raising vibrations through interpersonal bonds. Bridging individual and global transformation, become an agent of positive change and contribute to collective healing and activism. Embrace the mystery of timelessness, living in the eternal now and dissolving separation and duality. Open your awareness to synchronicities and trust the universe's guidance as you navigate life with synchronistic awareness. Embrace your supernatural destiny, stepping into your higher purpose, and embodying your true self. As you embark on this extraordinary journey, you'll recognize the unity of all existence and become one with the universe. Embrace your multidimensional reality and unlock the transformative power of your supernatural potential.

Ordinary, Extraordinary Jane Austen
Ordinary, Extraordinary Jane Austen

Author: Deborah Hopkinson

Publisher: Balzer + Bray

Published: 2018-01-23

Total Pages: 40

ISBN-13: 9780062373304

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A gorgeous and inspiring picture book biography of Jane Austen, one of the most beloved writers of all time, from award-winning author Deborah Hopkinson. It is a truth universally acknowledged that Jane Austen is one of our greatest writers. But before that, she was just an ordinary girl. In fact, young Jane was a bit quiet and shy; if you had met her back then, you might not have noticed her at all. But she would have noticed you. Jane watched and listened to all the things people around her did and said, and locked those observations away for safekeeping. Jane also loved to read. She devoured everything in her father’s massive library and before long, she began creating her own stories. In her time, the most popular books were grand adventures and romances, but Jane wanted to go her own way...and went on to invent an entirely new kind of novel. Ordinary, Extraordinary Jane Austen includes a timeline and quotes from Austen's most popular novels. Parents and grandparents, as well as teachers and librarians, will enjoy introducing children to Jane Austen through this accessible, beautifully packaged picture book.

Magic of the Ordinary
Magic of the Ordinary

Author: Gershon Winkler

Publisher: North Atlantic Books

Published: 2003-01-10

Total Pages: 270

ISBN-13: 9781556434440

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A spiritual crisis sent Orthodox rabbi Gershon Winkler to remote regions of the Southwest, where he studied with Native American healers. From them he began to recover the long-lost wisdom of what he calls “Aboriginal Judaism”: the religion’s tribal roots. This book tracks his personal journey and draws from a dazzling mix of sources to detail the surprising connections between two seemingly unrelated religions.