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Co-authors Dr. Angela Pool-Funai, Ellis, and Dr. Tony E. Summers, Silver Springs, MD, proudly unveil their pioneering publication, which brings the transformative power of reflective thought from academia into the public sector.
Pool-Funai, a respected figure in public administration education, serves as the assistant provost for academic programs and dean of the graduate school and office of scholarship and sponsored projects at Fort Hays State University. Joining her is Summers, the retired chief executive officer of the University of the District of Columbia Community College and a veteran in the field of adult learning and higher education.
"The Reflective Administrator: A Leader-Centered Focus" provides an enriching guide, melding theory with practice, that promises to be indispensable for public sector professionals, corporate leaders, and students alike. The book journeys from foundational overviews of reflective thought theory to practical applications, providing readers with essential takeaways to implement in their professional and academic lives.
This publication’s unique approach has garnered high praise from educators and professionals alike. Dr. Eva Carleen Alexander, adult education adjunct instructor at Northshore Technical Community College, USA, endorses it as an “essential resource” and “life-changing book.” Joyce Jemison, licensed speech and language pathologist, USA, commends its practicality, deeming the book “useful for not only public administrators but for any leader.”
Further acclaim comes from Dr. Jeni McRay, associate professor of leadership studies at Fort Hays State University, who labeled the book as “a must-do” and “simply brilliant,” and David Ximenez, associate vice chancellor at Tarrant County College District, USA, who gave the book his “highest recommendation,” lauding its fresh perspective and focus on public service.
"The Reflective Administrator: A Leader-Centered Focus" is set to redefine the landscape of public service leadership, showcasing the far-reaching benefits of reflective thought for professional growth and leadership development. It is now available through Routledge, Amazon, and other retail booksellers.
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