Monkey and the Maize An Allegorical Tale of Developing Leadership Skills in Business and in Life
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Biografisk notat
Steven Marble is a lifelong entrepreneur and corporate leader with over thirty years of leadership experience. He completed his undergraduate degrees while owning a small business then transitioned to the corporate world and completed his MBA in 1999. Since that time, Marble has served in various leadership roles from General Manager to Vice President in fields from Customer Service to Human Resources to Operations, specializing in operational optimization and change leadership. He spent over 23 years in senior leadership roles for Scholastic Book Publishing and Charter/Spectrum; the last 14 were executive roles. Marble is a Christian and devotes his purpose to the teachings of Christ through word and deed. Steven has been married for 32 years and has three children and a grandchild. He lives in Jefferson City, MO.Monkey and the Maize An Allegorical Tale of Developing Leadership Skills in Business and in Life
Mr. Marble hasn't just penned another book on leadership.At the core, he brilliantly describes a journey that is both relatable yet inspiring. <i>The Monkey and the Maize</i> will create a moment of self-reflection and awareness for its readers by being real, not superficially didactic.”<br />
—Dave Kipe, Chief Operating Officer<p>
“All leaders create a personal journey as they navigate their work experiences throughout their lives. Mr. Marble's book <i>The Monkey and The Maize</i> challenges the reader to not only reflect on their personal journey, but to compartmentalize the lessons they have learned along the way. As a female leader, this book also pushed me to acknowledge the traits I value and respect and hopefully model in my organization through my words and actions.”<br />
—Dr. Gretchen Guitard, Superintendent/College Professor“</p><p>
My friend Steve Marble is the most deliberately contemplative corporate leader I know, and I’m truly thankful he has distilled his decades of lessons learned into this extended leadership parable. Readers will be encouraged and inspired to imitate Steve’s disciplines of daily pursuing wisdom, making relationships central, embracing rigorous work and hard decisions, and keeping a sense of wonder along the way.”<br />
—Colonel Eric R Bents, USAF (Ret)</p><p>
“<i>The Monkey and the Maize</i> will bring out the emotion of each reader in a different way.The simplicity allows the reader to illustrate images in their mind of the adventures of Pete the monkey.This book is an invaluable resource on leadership and servanthood.I loved every word of it.”<br />
—Michelle Clark, Site Leader</p><p>
“Mr. Marble’s book is magnificent, encapsulating the principles of knowledge, experience and fortitude, the fundamental foundation of western civilization throughout the ages. Paralleling Greek philosophy, his reflections teach readers the value of knowing thyself and being of sound mind and body as they encounter adversity and success. Most importantly, we find that foundation is based upon faith, family and friends.”<br />
—Jerry Westbrook, Dean of Students, Associate Vice Chancellor of Student Affairs, Professor of Education, Director Career Planning & Placement (retired) (University of Mississippi, University of Arkansas, University of Chicago, and Southeast Missouri State University)</p>
The Monkey and the Maize is a fictional story with core messages about leadership, management, community and integrity that span multiple life roles – from a young couple learning how to be good parents to a first-time manager learning how to lead to a corporate CEO who wants to continue to grow. The five roots of life – Faith, Family, Fellowship, Food [Work], and Forgiveness – are woven throughout this tale providing its firm foundation.
Mr. Marble hasn't just penned another book on leadership.At the core, he brilliantly describes a journey that is both relatable yet inspiring. <i>The Monkey and the Maize</i> will create a moment of self-reflection and awareness for its readers by being real, not superficially didactic.”<br />
—Dave Kipe, Chief Operating Officer<p>
“All leaders create a personal journey as they navigate their work experiences throughout their lives. Mr. Marble's book <i>The Monkey and The Maize</i> challenges the reader to not only reflect on their personal journey, but to compartmentalize the lessons they have learned along the way. As a female leader, this book also pushed me to acknowledge the traits I value and respect and hopefully model in my organization through my words and actions.”<br />
—Dr. Gretchen Guitard, Superintendent/College Professor“</p><p>
My friend Steve Marble is the most deliberately contemplative corporate leader I know, and I’m truly thankful he has distilled his decades of lessons learned into this extended leadership parable. Readers will be encouraged and inspired to imitate Steve’s disciplines of daily pursuing wisdom, making relationships central, embracing rigorous work and hard decisions, and keeping a sense of wonder along the way.”<br />
—Colonel Eric R Bents, USAF (Ret)</p><p>
“<i>The Monkey and the Maize</i> will bring out the emotion of each reader in a different way.The simplicity allows the reader to illustrate images in their mind of the adventures of Pete the monkey.This book is an invaluable resource on leadership and servanthood.I loved every word of it.”<br />
—Michelle Clark, Site Leader</p><p>
“Mr. Marble’s book is magnificent, encapsulating the principles of knowledge, experience and fortitude, the fundamental foundation of western civilization throughout the ages. Paralleling Greek philosophy, his reflections teach readers the value of knowing thyself and being of sound mind and body as they encounter adversity and success. Most importantly, we find that foundation is based upon faith, family and friends.”<br />
—Jerry Westbrook, Dean of Students, Associate Vice Chancellor of Student Affairs, Professor of Education, Director Career Planning & Placement (retired) (University of Mississippi, University of Arkansas, University of Chicago, and Southeast Missouri State University)</p>
The Monkey and the Maize is a fictional story with core messages about leadership, management, community and integrity that span multiple life roles – from a young couple learning how to be good parents to a first-time manager learning how to lead to a corporate CEO who wants to continue to grow. The five roots of life – Faith, Family, Fellowship, Food [Work], and Forgiveness – are woven throughout this tale providing its firm foundation.