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Praise for Lasting Contribution:
“Tad Waddington has pulled together the great thoughts from the great thinkers who worried about why we are here, what we are supposed to be doing, and how best to get on with it. These are big, tough questions, but they are tackled in an amazingly compact and thought provoking way, so that everyone can arrive at their own answers. Waddington has a special gift that allows you to see his thoughts clearly at work—yet he provides plenty of space for you to compare your ideas with history's best. Highly recommended for anyone looking for answers to life's most intriguing questions, brought to you by a uniquely talented guide, in a book you won’t be able to put down. Should be required reading for every senior executive everywhere in the world.”
James E. Schrager, Clinical Professor of Entrepreneurship and Strategy, Graduate School of Business, University of Chicago
“Tad Waddington boldly makes the case for a purposeful life, for making a deep and lasting positive impact in the world. More than that, he explains the habits of mind, problem solving processes and life practices that make it possible to make the most of our individual skills, passions and power. His book is inspiring, empowering, and deeply useful for everyone considering which road to take, or whether to blaze a new trail. I refer to it regularly for guidance and inspiration.”
Caprice Young, CEO California Charter Schools Association, former President of the Los Angeles Unified School District
“Be inspired. Make a ‘lasting contribution.’ Read this book. Twice.”
Marvin Zonis, Professor, Graduate School of Business, University of Chicago
“In this wide-ranging and thought-provoking book, Waddington weaves a compelling
Intellectual tapestry. His thesis is as simple as it is profound: We can and should make a positive difference in our world. This little book is full of big ideas. Read it!”
James Gross, Associate Professor, Department of Psychology, Stanford University
“Want to make a lasting impact? Waddington's book will get you there. Forget the lure of quick fixes and best practices that were designed for someone else. Waddington clearly explains how to understand the true nature of your problem and, more importantly, how to systemically think through a solution that will have lasting impact. Waddington combines ancient and contemporary theories of thinking, management, and innovation with practical examples of real life situations. A must read for anyone who wants their decisions to have purpose and impact.”
Bradley Kolar, CLO, University of Chicago Hospitals
“Tad Waddington is an erudite and engaging writer. He uses the concepts of ancient Greek philosophy along with insightful modern quotations and anecdotes to show how people can shape their strivings into enduring contributions to humanity.”
Frank Schmidt, Ralph L. Sheets Professor, Department of Management and Organizations, U of Iowa
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Deadline: 7/22/2008
Program
6:00 PM-6:30 PM: Lite Hors D'Oeuvre, Cash Bar
6:30 PM-8:00 PM: Presentation and Q&A
8:00 PM-8:30 PM: Further Discussion and Book Signing
Speaker Profiles
Tad Waddington (Speaker)
Author/ Director Performance Measurement, Accenture
Tad Waddington got his MA from the University of Chicago’s Divinity School, where he focused on the history of Chinese religions. He also earned his PhD from the University of Chicago, in measurement, evaluation, and statistical analysis. He is now director of performance measurement for Accenture, the world’s leading technology consulting company. His lasting contribution is a work in progress, but to date has involved rigorously demonstrating the tremendous value that companies can realize from training their employees, work for which he has won numerous awards. Tad Waddington coauthored Return on Learning, 2006.
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