Name: Seeds of Hope: Cultivating a New Beginning
Author: Dr. Joel Chagadama
ISBN: 978-1836636472

about the books

seeds of hope

Cultivating a New Beginning

In ” Seeds of Hope: Cultivating A Beginning, ” Thomas embarks on an extraordinary journey of rediscovery. His roots intertwine with resilience, connection, and a love for nature. Dismissed from his job at StarBright Publishing, Thomas’s path turns unexpectedly as he discovers a neglected patch of soil in his yard. He spends late nights and early mornings in the open crabgrass, transforming what others see as an eyesore into a source of inspiration and connection for his neighbors and friends, who play a crucial role in his journey.

As the seasons change, Thomas and his partners-in-farming, Maria, Carlos, and Sophie, tend to more than just the seeds they’ve sown. They cultivate friendships, sow seeds of sustainability, and propagate a garden of dreams and cooperation. The garden, a symbol of resilience, becomes a living testament to the power of teamwork, community, and the hope of facing life’s unpredictable twists together.

rising above-from voiceless to victorious

Dr. Joel Chagadama, born in 1971 into a humble Christian family, migrated to the USA in 1998. His journey from working a full-time restaurant job while attending college to earn a doctorate to becoming a distinguished chief financial officer (CFO) with over a decade of specialized experience in the construction and business industries is a testament to the actual fruits of hard work, determination, and faith in the Almighty. As the founder of a successful consulting firm, Dr. Chagadama provides strategic financial advice and operational solutions to a diverse clientele while being an esteemed educator and prolific author. His inspiring life journey highlights the power of perseverance and inner faith, offering a testament to the profound impact of dedication and belief in the Almighty.

Statistics, Accounting, and Finance: The Synergy of an Organization Management Success

Why this book? The authors worked hard to provide this handy material for researchers, students, and business managers. This book contains features to help you learn or understand the basic principles of statistics, accounting, and finance, the three management pillars, and how they can be used to support a business or an organization’s success. The tenets, examples, and case studies applied in this book are also helpful whether you are using them in large, middle-sized, small-profit, or nonprofit organizations. The focus is to help our readers reach their personal and organizational goals and build a positive business image for their organizations. Good luck in reading and learning from this book. We hope you enjoy reading this book and find yourselves involved in this experience. We can attest that you will not be disappointed with this experience, and feel free to reach out to the authors for any suggestions or questions that you may have.

Time Management: Challenges and Strategies

Time comes for everyone and does not return when it passes. Managing time has become increasingly critical and challenging in our modern age of constant distractions, changing work environments, and overwhelming responsibilities. As managers and leaders in various fields, Dr. Desire Luamba, Dr. Joel Chagadama, and Dr. Marvin Blye have experienced firsthand the pressure of balancing multiple demands while striving to achieve personal and professional goals. From managing teams and running businesses to guiding individuals through their career journeys, we have realized that time management is not just a skill but an essential part of success.
This book, Time Management: Challenges and Strategies, was written out of our collective desire to help others navigate the complexities of time management in a rapidly evolving world. Over the years, we have observed the struggles of individuals and organizations trying to stay afloat amidst the growing tides of responsibility. Many people, whether executives, entrepreneurs, or professionals, are overwhelmed by the high volume of tasks they face. While some focus on success, others fall, constantly battling inefficiency, burnout, and missing opportunities. The lack of effective time management is often the silent cause behind these struggles.

The Hidden Reasons for Employee Turnover

This book, authored by esteemed professionals in the field, aims to explain and explore the high employee turnover rate in the US construction industry. With their extensive experience and knowledge, the authors seek to explore strategies construction leaders or managers need to reduce voluntary and involuntary employee turnover in their organizations. Recruiting qualified and motivated employees in the construction industry is crucial to successfully reaching the company’s goal. Moreover, construction business leaders’ capability and efficiency to reduce employee turnover might expand new opportunities to increase production and generate additional profits. The principles, facts, explanations, and examples presented in this book will help readers better understand the strategies needed to retain motivated and skilled employees in the construction industry and reduce the high rate of employee turnover by remaining competitive and performant in the market. Furthermore, construction activities provide social benefits for business owners, the population, and the government.