Kathy Oaks

For the sleeping giants of our workforce pursuing a more productive life, HABITS OF SUCCESS is an anthology illuminating the varieties of choices, habits and strategies that lead to the same goal: success. READING IS A KEY HABIT OF SUCCESS. FORM THE HABIT WITH ANOTHER STELLAR ANTHOLOGY FROM LEADERS PRESS As the world resumes from a year and a half of pandemic disruption, we find ourselves wondering what to do next? Should we go back to normal or move forward to better? How do we maximize our time and efforts to find our most successful selves? What habits will sustain that success the next time our world is shaken up? You will find these answers reading the brilliant contributors to HABITS OF SUCCESS. This anthology draws wisdom from over a dozen exceptional leaders, ranging from CEOs to Coaches to world-changers. Habits of Success presents a diverse array of habits that you may choose to suit your concept of success. Each chapter in Habits of Success will shed light on different methods for acquiring habits and how to utilize them on your path to success: Adopt the habit of understanding what success means to you. Practice the habit of taking risks, knowing when to diverge from the traditional path and experience the life you've always wanted to live. Thrive through the habit of adaptation to stay productive even as your world turns completely upside down. Develop daily habits of planning to improve collaborations with yourself, your coworkers, and your family. Embrace the habit of renewal as you evolve into this next chapter of life. As the world restarts, take this opportunity to assess the path you are on. Are you taking the most efficient path? How certain are you that success awaits and the end of this journey? Fortunately, habits are products of behavior. You can always adapt them to suit the situation and goals. What habits will accompany you on the next leg of your journey? Get a copy of Habits of Success and pave your path to success today

Homeschooling creates a flexible environment outside of the traditional school structure that fosters creativity, love of learning, and family closeness. Because of the current COVID-19 pandemic, millions of families worldwide have been thrust into schooling remotely at home. Some parents look forward to sending their kids back to school, but others have found they prefer schooling at home. They've noticed things like, "My child has learned more at home with me in the last 2 months than in the past 2 years at school " Or, "I kind of like spending so much time with my kids and learning alongside them." Many parents are considering continuing homeschooling beyond the pandemic, and this book is here to help them make an informed decision about their children's education. In this book, 24 seasoned homeschooling parents discuss what they love about homeschooling and the challenges they've faced. The families come from both religious and secular backgrounds, with children of all ages, and represent a variety of homeschooling styles, abilities and disabilities, marital circumstances, educational achievements, job statuses, races, and socioeconomic levels. Their experiences show there is no one-size-fits-all approach to homeschooling. Whether you are considering homeschooling or are already on that journey, this book will inspire and encourage you as it expands your concept of education, and what's possible for you and your children. In addition to Brynn Steimle and Kathy Oaks, chapters of this book were authored by the following: Crissi AllenDan ArchibaldFaye BadenhopGlenn BallardAnn BarndtHeidi BullardMelissa CalappKelley ChristieBob CragheadAlexis DuffinTheresa Redfern-HallMichelle HuddlestonLisa KendallAlyson LongRegina MerchantTina NahidMatthew ParksMary PaulCarrie PomeroyLM PrestonCara RectorMary Jo Tate

Want to bring fun and ease to learning? Feeling hesitant about homeschooling? Would you like to homeschool but think you can't because your kids are so social? Do you think homeschooling would benefit your child but you're worried about trying to teach everything yourself? Are you already homeschooling and need some advice and encouragement? Relax This accessible book will give you the confidence to take the leap and see why so many people love homeschooling. Homeschoolers Are Not Hermits answers these questions and many more: Why homeschool? What if I don't have a degree? How do I keep my kids from being hermits? What if my child has special needs? Where do I find the time for everything? What if all they want to do is play video games? With plenty of practical advice, mindful parenting techniques, and examples from real homeschoolers, Kathy shows that you don't have to be super-mom (or dad) to give homeschooling a try. You don't have to spend tons of money buying educational materials, you don't have to spend hours every day prepping and teaching, and you certainly don't have to turn into hermits to be successful homeschoolers. You will learn: How every experience is a learning experience How and why to "deschool" How to choose a homeschool style that works for your family How to lower educational stress and reconnect with your kids Using mindful parenting techniques, a zest for knowledge, and tried and true conflict-resolution tools, Kathy gives examples of how to bring joy to learning while sharing an honest look at the successes and failures of homeschooling their three boys. No need to wait. Look up the relevant laws, file your forms, and take your kids out of school. About the author: Kathy Oaks is a photographer and educator who is passionate about travel and education and is dedicated to helping parents and kids who want to take a non-traditional approach to education. Kathy wrote Homeschoolers Are Not Hermits to support families as they make the transition from conventional schooling to something completely different, bringing fun, mindfulness, and flexibility to the adventure of homeschooling.