How can you take the worst thing that ever happened to you… and use it to make thousands of children happy? Sadie Keller did just that. Told in her own words, this girl’s inspiring story will stir the soul of anyone who wants to find hope in humanity. Diagnosed with cancer at age seven, Sadie sneaked into her mother’s closet and filmed an instructional video to help kids like her. It became a viral sensation. Worried about whether Santa could deliver toys to all the kids in her hospital, she started a toy drive. It became a movement that turned into a foundation and a national year-round program that has collected tens of thousands of toys for kids battling cancer. Along the way Sadie met hundreds of cancer kids… and ended up having to say goodbye to some of her closest friends. To help save other children, Sadie teamed up with Congressman Michael McCaul. She became a star lobbyist, helping get a law passed that directed billions of dollars of research aimed at sparking next-level cures for childhood cancer. And she did it all by finding angels—friends, family, strangers, and some of the most powerful people in the world. <i>Better Angels </i>is a heartbreaking yet heartwarming tale of what it’s like to face the possibility of death at a young age and how to turn it into a life-giving opportunity. It can serve as a user’s manual for anyone who wants to change the world… by seeking and sparking love from the countless people who can help make it happen.
Michael McCaulley Books
KNOWLEDGE IS POWER . . . BUT NOT EVERYONE WANTS TO SHARE IT. In organizations, success often hinges on subtle communication and people skills, particularly your ability to uncover semi-hidden information and understand the deeper motives behind situations. While asking questions can yield truths, direct inquiries sometimes result in distortion or evasion, as others may sense your intentions and respond accordingly. So, how do you obtain information without revealing your true purpose? This is where "mental pickpocketing" comes into play—the art of asking questions without appearing to do so. Mastering this skill reflects a level of emotional intelligence. Through this insightful guide, you'll discover: 15 alternative reasons for asking questions beyond information gathering; 10 tips for effective "information scavenging"; 6 factors for sequencing your inquiries; 4 polite techniques for mental pickpocketing; and 7 cunning methods to elicit truthful responses. Additionally, you'll learn how to manage conversations, control the flow of dialogue, and utilize non-verbal cues effectively. Moreover, the book equips you to defend against mental pickpockets, offering 14 strategies to avoid falling prey to subtle probing. Gain the skills to navigate conversations adeptly, cut through the games, and uncover the truth.