Why We Fall: The Power of Self-Awareness

How many times have you said or done something that cost you a job, promotion or a relationship and you swore to yourself you'd never do it again - but did?

Whether you are a public servant, business owner, part of the executive team, director, manager, supervisor, line staff, ministry leader or a young professional beginning your career, Dorothy Burton explains how to succeed by getting out of your own way.

Many people are fired, passed over or wreck relationships not for lack of skill, talent or desire - but lack of self-awareness. Many of us don't know how we will respond under pressure and only after blowing it and causing regrettable damage, do we look back on the mess we made and often exclaim, "That wasn't me " It was - you just didn't know that person existed.

One of the greatest yet overlooked deterrents to success is the lack of self-awareness. Most people fire themselves, miss out on great opportunities and ruin relationships simply because they don't know themselves well enough and as a result, repeatedly self-sabotage and ultimately self-destruct.

If this is your struggle, this book is for you. Or, if you care about someone and didn't know how to tell them that they need to get out of their own way - do them a favor and gift them with a copy of this book. You will...

• Discover your blind spots
• Understand triggers that cause negative emotions, outbursts and harmful behaviors
• Learn why self-awareness is more essential than talent and skill.
• Overcome low self-esteem and boost your sense of self-worth
• Grasp the seven key elements that can make or break your career

This book uses scripture and time-tested principles rooted in real world experiences that will enable you to succeed where others have failed by helping you cultivate on the inside what you need to exhibit on the outside to succeed.

Oftentimes the only person on earth who can bring about your most devastating defeat or most spectacular success is you.

Author: Dorothy Burton
Publisher: Christians in Public Service, Inc.
Published: 08/30/2018
Pages: 220
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.57lbs
Size: 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.46d
ISBN: 9780692154205

About the Author
Burton, Dorothy: - Dorothy Burton is a conference and keynote speaker; and a workshop leader for various organizations across the country. As a speaker and author Dorothy speaks and writes about public servant leadership, American culture, politics and the role of faith in the public square. She uses her gift of communication, depth of study in theology and vast experiences in public service to help leaders learn and discover more effective ways to communicate, work and serve together for the common good of their team, organization and the communities they serve. Dorothy is Founder and President of Christians in Public Service, Inc. (www.cipsinc.org) and is a former four-term City Council member for the City of Duncanville, Texas, a suburb of Dallas. The first African-American elected to the Council, Dorothy was twice elected Mayor Pro Tem. She is a former member and former Chairman of the Dallas Central Appraisal District Board of Directors and was twice elected Board Chair by board peers. Dorothy was the first African-American to serve as Chairman of the Board. She is the author of the book, "Why We Fall." Dorothy is a former member of the National League of Cities Women in Municipal Government Board of Directors and is a graduate of the University of Texas at Arlington, earning a BA in Journalism and an MA in Urban Affairs. She earned an MA in Christian Leadership from Dallas Theological Seminary and a Graduate Teacher Diploma from the Evangelical Training Association. Dorothy is a charter graduate of Dallas Blueprint for Leadership, a graduate of Leadership Southwest and the prestigious Leadership Texas. She and her husband of 32 years, Dr. Michael Burton live in the Dallas area.Evans, Tony: - Dr. Tony Evans is one of the country's most respected leaders in evangelical circles. He is a pastor, best-selling author and frequent speaker at Bible conferences and seminars throughout the nation. Dr. Evans has served as the senior pastor of Oak Cliff Bible Fellowship for over 40 years, witnessing its growth from ten people in 1976 to now over 10,000 congregants with 100 plus ministries. Dr. Evans also serves as president of The Urban Alternative, a national ministry that seeks to restore hope and transform lives through the proclamation and application of the Word of God. His daily radio broadcast, The Alternative with Dr. Tony Evans, can be heard on over 1,200 radio outlets throughout the United States and in more than 130 countries. Dr. Evans has authored over 100 books, booklets and Bible studies including Kingdom Man, Oneness Embraced, The Kingdom Agenda, Kingdom Disciples and Victory in Spiritual Warfare. Dr. Evans serves as chaplain for the NBA's Dallas Mavericks, a ministry he has done for over 30 years. He is also the former chaplain for the Dallas Cowboys. Through his local church and national ministry, Dr. Evans has set in motion a Kingdom Agenda philosophy of ministry that teaches God's comprehensive rule over every area of life as demonstrated through the individual, family, church and society. Dr. Evans is married to Lois, his wife and ministry partner of over 40 years. They are the proud parents of four, grandparents of twelve and great-grandparents of two.