{"product_id":"the-art-of-encouragement-isbn-9781394234479","title":"The Art of Encouragement","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eUSA Today Bestseller\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSupercharge the wellbeing and productivity of everyone around you using the power of encouragement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIn \u003ci\u003eThe Art of Encouragement,\u003c\/i\u003e renowned performance coach and keynote speaker Jordan Montgomery delivers a captivating story designed to walk the reader through a dramatic journey of heartfelt, easy-to-understand lessons about encouragement and its many facets. The author compels you to take action by showing you that you're fully equipped and ready to implement encouragement within your own organization, team, family, and community.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIn the book, you'll find compelling narratives and simple truths you can activate immediately to achieve real change and big results. You'll also discover:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eHow to develop your leadership in a way that allows you to identify the good in your followers\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHow to maximize your impact in your firm and community in meaningful, tangible ways\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrategies for attracting and retaining the best talent available—and driving results once you've captured it\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eA must-read resource for managers, executives, directors, and other business leaders, \u003ci\u003eThe Art of Encouragement\u003c\/i\u003e will also appeal to human resources professionals, heads of sales and other professional teams, consultants, entrepreneurs, founders, and anyone else interested in improving the lives and productivity of everyone around them.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eForeword ix\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAcknowledgments xi\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntroduction 1\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1 The Art of Uplifting Encouragement 7\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2 The Art of Self-Encouragement 21\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3 The Art of Character Encouragement 31\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4 The Art of Consistent Encouragement 47\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5 The Art of Caring Encouragement 55\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6 The Art of Energetic Encouragement 69\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7 The Art of Illuminating Encouragement 77\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8 The Art of Elevating Encouragement 91\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9 The Art of Serving Encouragement 99\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10 The Art of Authentic Encouragement 117\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAfterword 129\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eObservations 133\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAbout the Author 155\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIndex 157\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eJORDAN MONTGOMERY\u003c\/b\u003e is the leader of the Montgomery Companies, an organization of coaches and speakers that works with sales staff, executives, professional athletes, youth groups, and others to help them bring out their full potential and the full potential of their teams. He's a renowned performance coach and keynote speaker.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIn \u003ci\u003eThe Art of Encouragement: How to Lead Teams, Spread Love, and Serve from the Heart,\u003c\/i\u003e veteran performance coach, speaker, and author Jordan Montgomery delivers an inspiring and exciting discussion of the straightforward power of encouragement. The author explains the many facets of encouragement, showing you the concept from several sides, each of which reveals a new and practical piece of wisdom.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIn the book, you'll find captivating storytelling drawn from the author's extensive experience as a performance coach and advisor to youth groups, professional athletic teams, sales organizations, and business executives. You'll be taken on a journey built from dramatic, heartfelt stories containing simple and easy-to-understand lessons you can apply immediately to your own life and the lives of the people you care about. By the end of the book, you'll feel compelled to take action to make lives better as you realize you're fully equipped and ready to implement encouragement within your organization, your team, your family, your community, and the world at large.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Art of Encouragement\u003c\/i\u003e will equip you to supercharge the well-being and productivity of everyone around you with simple truths and engaging narratives. You'll learn to identify the good and the positive in the people who follow you. You'll also discover how to develop and build your leadership style in a way that maximizes your impact in your company, church, school, or team in meaningful and tangible ways. Finally, you'll find strategies for attracting and retaining the best available talent and then drive measurable results once you've found them.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAn indispensable resource for managers, directors, executives, and other business leaders, \u003ci\u003eThe Art of Encouragement\u003c\/i\u003e will also earn a prominent place on the bookshelves of human resources professionals, sales leaders, athletes, coaches, consultants, entrepreneurs, founders, and everyone else responsible for the productivity of the people around them.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePraise for THE ART OF ENCOURAGEMENT\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\"Jordan's ability to empower, encourage, and pull the most out of others is truly innate and uniquely special! \u003ci\u003eThe Art of Encouragement\u003c\/i\u003e provides a heavy dose of inspiration and practical tools to help you do the same!\"\u003cbr\u003e—\u003cb\u003eJON GORDON, bestselling author of \u003ci\u003eThe Energy Bus \u003c\/i\u003eand \u003ci\u003eThe Power of Positive Leadership \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\"We all want to be positive, encouraging people. But there is more to it than intent—we actually need tools. Jordan Montgomery has given us those tools, and I am eager to put them into practice.\"\u003cbr\u003e—\u003cb\u003ePATRICK LENCIONI, bestselling author of \u003ci\u003eThe Five Dysfunctions of a Team\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\"This book will immediately help you differentiate yourself from the crowd by becoming the most encouraging person in the room. And the author is the most encouraging person I've ever met. If there's anyone who has a PhD in making others feel like a million bucks, it's Jordan Montgomery.\"\u003cbr\u003e—\u003cb\u003eRYAN LEAK, top keynote speaker, bestselling author of \u003ci\u003eChasing Failure\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\"Jordan Montgomery is one of the world's best encouragers—I've watched him empower teams, transform relationships, and create amazing impact with the principles shared in this book! This book includes timeless wisdom that will inspire you to take massive action!\"\u003cbr\u003e—\u003cb\u003eJESS EKSTROM, Founder \u0026amp; CEO of Headbands of Hope, best-selling author of \u003ci\u003eChasing the Brightside\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\"\u003ci\u003eThe Art of Encouragement\u003c\/i\u003e is the ultimate guide toward becoming a more effective and encouraging leader! I've personally witnessed Jordan demonstrate the principles shared in this book to impact and serve others at the highest level! This book is a big time win for leaders of any age!\"\u003cbr\u003e—\u003cb\u003eCHAD GREENWAY, Former All-Pro Linebacker, Minnesota Vikings\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\"If you want to become a better spouse, parent, friend, or colleague, \u003ci\u003eThe Art of Encouragement\u003c\/i\u003e is a must read. This book includes timeless principles and practical tips for leading in all areas of life\"\u003cbr\u003e—\u003cb\u003eBrandon Scherff,\u003c\/b\u003e 5X All-Pro Offensive Lineman with Jacksonville Jaguars\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\"Jordan's vulnerability in sharing personal stories from some of the hardest times in his life lends this book an undeniable authenticity. He beautifully illustrates the transformative power of genuine encouragement and selfless service to others, guiding readers toward fostering meaningful connections with those around them.\"\u003cbr\u003e—\u003cb\u003eTyler Shatley,\u003c\/b\u003e Offensive Lineman, Jacksonville Jaguars, Franchise record holder for games played\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\"This book will immediately help you differentiate yourself from the crowd by becoming the most encouraging person in the room. And the author is the most encouraging person I’ve ever met. If there's anyone who has a PHD in making others feel like a million bucks, it's Jordan Montgomery.\"\u003cbr\u003e—\u003cb\u003eRyan Leak,\u003c\/b\u003e top keynote speaker, best-selling author of \u003ci\u003eChasing Failure\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\"Jordan's ability to empower, encourage, and pull the most out of others is truly innate and uniquely special! \u003ci\u003eThe Art of Encouragement\u003c\/i\u003e provides a heavy dose of inspiration and practical tools to help you do the same!\"\u003cbr\u003e—\u003cb\u003eJon Gordon,\u003c\/b\u003e best-selling author of \u003ci\u003eThe Energy Bus\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eThe Power of Positive Leadership\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\"We all want to be positive, encouraging people. But there is more to it than intent – we actually need tools. Jordan Montgomery has given us those tools, and I am eager to put them into practice.\"\u003cbr\u003e—\u003cb\u003ePatrick Lencioni,\u003c\/b\u003e best-selling author of \u003ci\u003eThe Five Dysfunctions of a Team\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\"Jordan has an unparalleled ability to lead and communicate. He brings infectious energy to every interaction and environment. \u003ci\u003eThe Art of Encouragement\u003c\/i\u003e allows readers to learn from one of the top encouragers on the planet and put Jordan's unique principles into action.\"\u003cbr\u003e—\u003cb\u003eFran McCaffery,\u003c\/b\u003e Head Coach, Iowa Men's Basketball\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\"At a time when so many are looking to tear others down, I have never met anyone so anxious TO LIFT PEOPLE UP! Jordan is the very definition of someone who leads from the front and does so enthusiastically, authentically and every single day. \u003ci\u003eThe Art of Encouragement\u003c\/i\u003e is the right book at the right time and an absolute must-read!\"\u003cbr\u003e—\u003cb\u003eJim Rome,\u003c\/b\u003e Top American radio personality and host of the award winning Jim Rome Show\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\"Jordan has been extremely impactful in my development not only as an athlete, but a man as well. I'm thankful for his friendship and mentorship!\"\u003cbr\u003e—\u003cb\u003eTrey Smith,\u003c\/b\u003e Offensive Lineman and 2X Super Bowl Champion with the Kansas City Chiefs\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"The Art of Encouragement\u003c\/i\u003e was written by a first class encourager of others! Jordan Montgomery models what it means to encourage the heart of others and he's written this book to help you do the same! This is a powerful read for anyone who wants to win more with people and grow deeper relationships!\"\u003cbr\u003e—\u003cb\u003eHeather Monahan,\u003c\/b\u003e top podcaster, acclaimed keynote speaker, best-selling author of \u003ci\u003eOvercome Your Villains\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\"\u003ci\u003eThe Art of Encouragement\u003c\/i\u003e is the ultimate guide toward becoming a more effective and encouraging leader! I've personally witnessed Jordan demonstrate the principles shared in this book to impact and serve others at the highest level! This book is a big time win for leaders of any age!\"\u003cbr\u003e—\u003cb\u003eChad Greenway,\u003c\/b\u003e Former All-Pro Linebacker, Minnesota Vikings\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\"Jordan's ability to express the true, real-time definition of 'encouragement' is unrivaled! \u003ci\u003eThe Art of Encouragement\u003c\/i\u003e is a book EVERYONE needs - literally one spark of true encouragement can change the entire trajectory of someone's life. Jordan lives and breathes what he preaches. This will be the best book you read all year!\"\u003cbr\u003e—\u003cb\u003eDavid Nurse\u003c\/b\u003e, NBA Optimization Coach and best-selling author of \u003ci\u003eDo It\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\"Jordan Montgomery is one of the world's best encouragers- I've watched him empower teams, transform relationships, and create amazing impact with the principles shared in this book! This book includes timeless wisdom that will inspire you to take massive action!\"\u003cbr\u003e—\u003cb\u003eJess Ekstrom,\u003c\/b\u003e Founder \u0026amp; CEO of Headbands of Hope, best-selling author of Chasing the Brightside\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\"Jordan Montgomery has become well known for his ability to encourage, but perhaps his greatest gift is the ability to teach the art of encouragement to others! I've known him personally for years and every time we connect, I feel like I can conquer the world. So will you, once you read this book!\"\u003cbr\u003e—\u003cb\u003eJon Acuff,\u003c\/b\u003e New York Times Bestselling author of \u003ci\u003eSoundtracks: Give Yourself the Gift of Done\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\"'Encourager' is one of the most overlooked qualities of a leader but it is the quality that employees feel the deepest. 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