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Becka Brisbin

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A Balance Journey to Leadership Excellence

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Reviewed: 06-13-23

“The 5 Levels of Leadership" is an outstanding guide that meticulously dissects the various levels of leadership while emphasizing their significance and interconnectedness. Despite the author's religious and sports-oriented approach, which may not resonate with all readers, the book effectively imparts invaluable knowledge and insight into the art of leadership.

One of the book's strengths lies in its clear and comprehensive breakdown of leadership into distinct levels. Each level is explored in great detail, allowing readers to grasp the different responsibilities, attributes, and challenges associated with each stage. By presenting leadership as a progressive journey, the author encourages individuals to continually develop their leadership skills and ascend to higher levels of effectiveness.

Furthermore, the book successfully illustrates the importance of each level and how they synergistically contribute to leadership success. By highlighting the interconnectedness of the levels, the author emphasizes that a strong foundation in one level is crucial for progress to the next. This perspective offers a holistic view of leadership, ensuring that readers understand the significance of mastering each level before moving forward.

While the author's religious and sports-oriented references may not resonate with every reader, it is commendable that these elements do not overshadow the book's central theme. The author effectively contextualizes these aspects within their personal experiences, thereby enhancing the book's authenticity and relatability. Non-religious individuals and non-sports enthusiasts can still appreciate the valuable insights shared without feeling alienated.

"The 5 Levels of Leadership" successfully captures the author's experience and expertise, presenting it in a manner that is accessible and applicable to readers from diverse backgrounds. Through insightful anecdotes, practical examples, and thought-provoking exercises, the book encourages self-reflection and provides actionable strategies for leadership growth. It is a valuable resource for aspiring and seasoned leaders alike.

Overall, "The 5 Levels of Leadership" is a fantastic book that offers a comprehensive exploration of leadership development. Despite the occasional religious and sports references, the book's core message shines through, delivering practical advice and guidance for individuals seeking to enhance their leadership capabilities. I highly recommend it to anyone interested in cultivating their leadership skills and achieving excellence in their respective fields.

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Raw and honest

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Reviewed: 01-05-23

I didn’t find any of it funny, as one of the comments on the cover of the book suggested. To me, it seemed more of a very unapologetic way of stating, “here you go, this is my life and the things I grew to overcome” in a very candid and refreshing way. I never knew anything about this actress as iCarly was well after I stopped watching tv…but I think it really opens up a pathway to understanding how victims of abuse can’t always see how they are being abused. There was a lot in this book that I related to, but overall I’m grateful she got control over her life and I don’t think it ever would’ve happened if her mother hadn’t died. Freedom is a rare and precious thing that we all have to fight for and more often then not our prisons are not obvious.

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I am the wilderness

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Reviewed: 12-18-22

Thank you Brene Brown for helping me to feel less alone in the world. This book is exactly what I needed.

For the potential reader: if you’re looking for the strength to stand in your truth, no matter who does or does not support you, this book is for you.

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Change your mindset, change your life

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Reviewed: 11-11-22

There is so much amazing packed into this book. I’m about to dive in for the 3rd listen. Honestly, everything she touched on that the negative mindset produces has proven true in my own life, and after about to turn 40 myself, I don’t see why the better mindset couldn’t hurt either. Honestly, I’m done messing around and ready to dive into my life. This book is for anyone who’s sock and tired of the way things have been and they are sincerely ready for change.

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Powerful and full of answers

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Reviewed: 04-16-22

I read this after my therapist suggested it to me. I thought it was a self-help book at first, and in a way it is, but it isn’t. It’s a psychiatrist sharing his documented journey through methods that actual work to heal trauma and why and how behind what makes them work.

I am a very pragmatic person and this book helped to open my eyes in so many ways. He also covers the ACEs study, which honestly filled me with rage, as I was one of the kids in that study back in the 90’s, so it made the book very real and snapped me into paying attention more than I ever expected.

I’ve read so many books on family or origin, facing Codependence, addiction, and more, but nothing has ever made the issues I face so real in a very tangible way as this book has.

I am a patient who has undergone the healing effects of EMDR therapy, and this book explains how and why it works. Every genuine and lasting breakthrough I’ve ever had I owe to EMDR therapy, and for me, there is just no denying that this book is vital to anyone seeking answers in their journey to better mental health.

It’s not an easy book to digest, especially in the beginning, when he covers come of the experiences of his veteran patients, but if you stick with it completely through the end, you will find a vital message of hope that recovery from trauma is possible and worth every bit of suffering it may take to see that recovery through.

Keep going and keep growing, you’re worth it.

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Raw, honest, beautiful

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Reviewed: 03-16-20

I knew about the Dresden Dolls, but never got super into them. I first took real notice of Amanda after watching her Ted Talk. Her words resonated and I respected her, but I still never really listened to the music until last Summer when I took a friend to see her show in Seattle. It moved me in a way like nothing has for a very long time. Her performance was so real, so raw, so absolutely genuine. I knew she was addressing an audience, but in some ways it felt like she was talking to me, saying “your broken, it’s okay, it will get better if you let it”. It has helped me to heal in a profound way.

Then I finally started listening to the music, became a Patron, started to absorb the art community that she surrounds herself with. Not because I’m a fan, but because I respect her as a person, and because the community is helping me to open up and connect again.

I had a lot of friends tell me about this book, I’ve heard Amanda talk about it, but I’m not much of a reader these days. I haven’t really been for years, but decided maybe it was time to absorb it and did a search a few days ago. I was happy to see that not only was there an audio book, but it’s her voice that is telling her story. I couldn’t stop listening. I drove places early to sit in my car for an hour and keep listening. I absorbed.

In this is Amanda’s story, her humanity, her message of love and hope. Perfectly imperfect, embracing her flaws, her successes, her everything and again, sharing it so openly, so honestly, so raw...in an attempt to connect with anyone and everyone who is willing to embrace the broken human inside of them, who is also worthy of love and respect.

I found myself crying at moments unexpectedly, as she talked about her struggles with imposter syndrome and smiling and laughing with her as she shared strange but powerful moments of her life.

I honestly believe she is completely authentic and her own woman and I hope that when an opportunity comes to meet her face to face that she will be just as real, raw, and authentic as she presents herself in this book, on her stage, and in her community.

I’m so grateful she wrote this. If you’re trying to connect, give this book a shot in whatever format works best for you. Take some time to absorb it. Maybe it will help you to be kinder to yourself and to the world that circulates around you.

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