The Practice of Power: Finding Success in a Diverse World (Leading Edge Press), authored by Janine and Tom Fondon, is one of the most inspiring books for people seeking viable ways to find success in this multicultural world of rapidly changing demographics. This book moves you beyond success trivia and focuses on the untapped 'practices of power' - that will boost your ability to move past obstacles, address negativity, become more culturally literate, put life in perspective and achieve goals in this global world we live and work in. With contributors such as activist Dick Gregory, Black Family Channel Willie Gary and motivator Jewel Diamond Taylor and others, the book is an excellent resource for teachers, students, corporations, businesses and community leaders seeking to encourage positive relationship-building and knowledge-sharing across cultures, commerce related initiatives and communities. The book shares: 1) one of the most intriguing, culturally diverse walking tours including world facts and diversity timeline from sites across the U.S., Africa, Asia, Europe, South America and the Caribbean, 2) Role model stories of people who learned to move past obstacles with wisdom, 3) Power styles/characteristics of people who may either enhance your chance to succeed or push you into the depths of depression, 4) A Native American inspired framework for charting your success and, 5)several proven paths to the 'Powerful' thinking required for achieving success in a diverse world. The key to success is effectively interacting with people from all walks of life - including those who want you to succeed as well as those friends, family, or work associates, who often wait for you to fail. This book is key for…savvy business professionals who think they know it all... upwardly bound professionals who figure they have got to have it all... young people who are destined for success ... folks who are sick and tired of being sick and tired, and individuals who simply want to get ahead." To order the book or schedule informational presentations based on the book, call: 413-734-6444 or send email to info@unityfirst.com.