This book chronicles Debra's unique journey of discovery... uncovering citizen-inspired innovations that are transforming lives and communities in towns and cities throughout America. It addresses the topic of social spending in a time of out-of-control debt. More than ever, there's a real need for new ideas that work faster and more economically to help those in need.
The Power of One: Why we should pay attention to the disruptive ideas of everyday heroes changing America is packed with answers to the nation's social woes. Instead of government, citizens become the problem-solvers. Everyday people have decided not to sit back and let others suffer while waiting for the right social program to come along. Instead, they've taken action! Hundreds have rescued thousands in dire situations or in neighborhoods on the verge of destruction. With only the help of volunteers and grassroots supporters, they've tapped their own power to make a real difference. Learn what's behind this innovative trend Debra calls "The New Civic America", a trend fundamentally changing the nation, one community at a time.
The Power of One and Debra Berg have been featured in The Chicago Sun-Times, WE-TV, Family Circle magazine, the St. Louis Post Dispatch and on 80+ radio and TV talk shows. The book has also been endorsed by the Pew Foundation. What They're Saying About The Power of One ... "The tales of so many individuals who are taking the initiative to address difficult issues...are awe-inspiring." - Rebecca W. Rimel, President, The Pew Charitable Trusts "I really enjoyed your book! I need to order ten copies for my staff right away." - Bruce Gunter, Executive Director, Progressive Redevelopment (Past Finance Director, Habitat for Humanity International) |
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This book is a vitamin shot of optimism..." - Gail Marshall, Associate Editor, The Fresno Bee
"I keep The Power of ONE on my desk and whenever I feel discouraged or overwhelmed...I pick it up and open it. I am always inspired and renewed...Thank you for writing this book." - Julia Neiman, Taking Charge Industries "Your book is so encouraging. It's just what people need to read so they can begin figuring out how to begin whatever community work has been in their own heart. The public really needs to be made aware of non-government solutions to social problems. My newfound knowledge of the topic has now aided me at many a dinner party when the conversation turns to politics... as political opposites show their disagreement towards each other on how to manage social problems, I introduce the concept of nongovernmental solutions. The first reaction I always get is that the concept is impractical and will never work. I respond by describing a few successful cases from the book and refer them to it. In so doing, I communicate that they are need of educating themselves about the facts." - D.Hunter, Chicago 
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"Why doesn't somebody do something?" When a major Harvard study reported that American democracy was in jeopardy because citizens were less active in their communities. Debra wondered, "Could it be true? Are we in a permanent downward spiral? Were citizens giving up or was there still hope?"
Plagued with unanswered questions, the author embarked on an eight-year, self-financed, journey to seek answers that led her into the neighborhoods of two dozen major American cities. Capitalizing on her past as a former legislative analyst and researcher, she interviewed over 100 everyday heroes who were sacrificing personal lives, 401Ks, even an NFL pension, to invent answers to social ills ranging from poverty to pedophiles and cybercrime to child abduction.
Did their ideas actually work? Here are just a few examples...
In The Power of ONE, Debra raises awareness and dispels common myths by featuring 35 innovative citizens who've helped fuel the citizen trend. Like the inspiring story of the small business owner who crafted the national Amber Alert program, more and more citizens are saying "enough is enough" to decades of unsolved problems. As a result of their creative solutions, taxpayers have unknowingly saved billions, volunteerism has increased, and everyday civic and social entrepreneurs are replicating their ideas nationally and globally!
Plagued with unanswered questions, the author embarked on an eight-year, self-financed, journey to seek answers that led her into the neighborhoods of two dozen major American cities. Capitalizing on her past as a former legislative analyst and researcher, she interviewed over 100 everyday heroes who were sacrificing personal lives, 401Ks, even an NFL pension, to invent answers to social ills ranging from poverty to pedophiles and cybercrime to child abduction.
Did their ideas actually work? Here are just a few examples...
- An 85% job retention rate of the previously homeless in only 9 months.
- Youth that were successfully "policing" their peers to prevent school shootings, drug and gang violence, and bullying in 27 countries.
- Those going through a life transition who are getting a self-sufficient fresh start thanks to new types of nonprofit/corporate partnerships.
- Low overhead costs of 10% or less are typical compared with the 70% overhead that's common with state and federal government social and welfare programs.
In The Power of ONE, Debra raises awareness and dispels common myths by featuring 35 innovative citizens who've helped fuel the citizen trend. Like the inspiring story of the small business owner who crafted the national Amber Alert program, more and more citizens are saying "enough is enough" to decades of unsolved problems. As a result of their creative solutions, taxpayers have unknowingly saved billions, volunteerism has increased, and everyday civic and social entrepreneurs are replicating their ideas nationally and globally!
The BarnesandNoble.com Top 40 Bestseller
Debra is featured with some of the world's top inspirational writers!
From the bestselling... Wake up .... Live the Life You Love series...
Debra has gone one step further by partnering with some of the worlds more inspiring thinkers and writers in order to bring to the public the lessons she's learned while interviewing the heroes of The New Civic America.
Many people believe that the world is a small and limiting place. Living in Abundance contains the words and the wishes of those who are out to change that imprisoning view of life. Their stories offer new insights and plans of action that can help anyone understand the true nature of real abundance and that it can be ours. Surprisingly, these aren't the worn out platitudes focusing only on wealth, money, position, and power.
Enjoy the fresh insights of renowned thinkers like Dr. Wayne Dyer, Anthony Robbins, Michael Beckwith along with Debra Berg and over 50 other successful authors. Their unique accounts tell of life's twists and turns with lessons learned that brought personal fulfillment no one would have believed possible. Each revelation will touch your heart and
inspire you to grab onto your life unafraid and expectant of ever-flowing abundance!
Read what they're saying about Living in Abundance!
"The authors in this book are each uniquely inspired, yielding a plethora of intriguing and informative stories.
The format lends to frequent sampling, and I highlighted passages and folded corners of pages to revisit good passages." - Ben S, Personal growth facilitator
"Love the book... this was just the kind of book you need to curl up
and read in front of the fire."
Riley Nelson, Barnes & Noble reviewer
"This eclectic mix of stories from inspirational authors has something for everyone,
and will leave you with new thoughts on the concept of abundance."
LS, Barnes & Noble reviewer
and read in front of the fire."
Riley Nelson, Barnes & Noble reviewer
"This eclectic mix of stories from inspirational authors has something for everyone,
and will leave you with new thoughts on the concept of abundance."
LS, Barnes & Noble reviewer
