Larger Than Yourself: Reimagine Industries, Lead with Purpose & Grow Ideas into Movements

by Thibault Manekin

Overview

DARE TO CHANGE THE WORLD

Why do some great ideas take off and soar, while others never get off the ground? Where does that elusive sense of being part of something larger than ourselves come from? How can each of us harness that feeling to help fuel the world’s best ideas and turn them into movements?

In Larger Than Yourself, Thibault Manekin tells gripping stories about inspirational people and pivotal moments that answer these questions at a time when social entrepreneurship is no longer a buzzword but a global necessity. He shares his experiences helping to bridge social divides in war-torn countries through sports and reimagining the real estate industry so that buildings empower communities and unite cities, illustrating how we all can turn ideas into movements. The seven distinct lessons that emerge become actionable principles for the doers and dreamers of today, inspiring you with takeaways to assist in the pursuit of your own endeavors.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781608687596
Publisher:	New World Library
Publication date:	11/23/2021
Pages:	304
Sales rank:	1,071,265
Product dimensions:	5.90(w) x 8.90(h) x 0.80(d)

About the Author

Thibault Manekin is a speaker, educator, podcast host, community organizer, entrepreneur, and cocreator of Seawall and PeacePlayers. In 2011, he was honored by President Obama’s White House as a Champion of Change. He lives in Baltimore, Maryland, with his wife and two sons.

Wes Moore, CEO of Robin Hood Foundation, is a social entrepreneur, combat veteran, and the bestselling author of The Other Wes Moore. He lives in Baltimore, Maryland.

Table of Contents

Foreword Wes Moore xi

Introduction 1

Part I Dream 7

Chapter 1 Comfort Zone 19

Chapter 2 Purpose First 30

Chapter 3 Shared Ownership 43

Chapter 4 Outside Listening In 52

Chapter 5 Cant/No as the Motivator 59

Chapter 6 Finding Leadership 71

Chapter 7 The Power of Love 80

Part II Build 93

Chapter 8 Uncomfortable 101

Chapter 9 Purpose Refined 111

Chapter 10 Cant/No as the Teacher 120

Chapter 11 Group Ownership 129

Chapter 12 Inside Looking Out 139

Chapter 13 Effective Leadership 146

Chapter 14 The Dynamism of Love 161

Chapter 15 Deep Listening 170

Part III Grow 181

Chapter 16 Purpose Driven 187

Chapter 17 Can't/No as the Catalyst 196

Chapter 18 Co-ownership 203

Chapter 19 Beyond Comfort 209

Chapter 20 Inside Out 216

Chapter 21 Trusting Leadership 228

Chapter 22 The Oxygen of Love 233

Part IV Evolve 241

Chapter 23 Principles in Motion 251

Epilogue: Full Circle 257

Appendix: Larger Than Yourself Principles: How to Grow Ideas into Movements 261

Acknowledgments 281

About the Author 285

Editorial Reviews

Should be required reading for all who dare to live with purpose. Highly recommended.”
— D. Watkins, New York Times bestselling author of The Cook Up

“If you want to build a better organization, project, neighborhood, or world, and turn ideas into movements, Larger Than Yourself is an illuminating and inspiring guide to getting there.”
— Ronald M. Shapiro, attorney, sports agent, and New York Times bestselling author of The Power of Nice

“At a time of unparalleled upheaval and worldwide uncertainty, when old industries need reinvention and new ways of working must emerge, Larger Than Yourself provides both the inspiration and the road map for that change — and shows us that we are stronger united than divided.”
— Chris Wilson, artist and bestselling author of The Master Plan

“Inspires us with the confidence to take on the seemingly impossible.”
— Freeman A. Hrabowski III, president, University of Maryland, Baltimore County

“Thibault Manekin’s journey shows what’s possible when we tap into the power of collective leadership and when we lead with love.”
— Wendy Kopp, CEO and cofounder of Teach For All and founder of Teach For America

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