The Passion Factor
Tapping Resources for LifePeter B. Kaoma
ISBN: 0-9728969-3-7
US $16.95
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About the Book
A powerful reflection on life, work, love—and how to discover our own unique human potential. Peter Kaoma offers compelling arguments that passion may be a nearly forgotten virtue well worth re-claiming.
Table of Contents
- Foreword:
Gottfried Oosterwal, Ph.D., D. Litt
- Introduction
- Chapter 1:
With All My Might...
Hollow Places Within
Child Longing, Adult Gratitude
An Invitation—Wide and Deep
- Chapter 2:
A Place for Passion Among our Dreams
Definitions of terms
Life’s Geography
My Timeline
- Chapter 3:
Taking Notice of Leaders in Work
Henry Ford
Oprah Winfrey
A. N. Banda
Models and Mentors Beat Magic
- Chapter 4:
Confronting the Obstacles
Facing the Odds
Filtering Criticism
Dealing with Fear and Failure
Breaking through Class Barriers
- Chapter 5:
The Courage of “Middle People”
Refining a Dream
Re-Evaluating a Life
“But my life is more complicated...”
- Chapter 6:
Choosing: “...With All Your Might”
Assess: Where am I Now?
Love Your Self
Admit to your Uniqueness
Study your Life’s Geography
Make Peace with Your Timeline
Parents and Guardians as Facilitators
Check your Definition of Success
Measure the risks
Understand your environment
- Chapter 7:
Making Connections
Connections Are Always Personal
Purpose Born of Need
Trusting Connections of the Heart
- Chapter 8:
Conclusion
- References
Reader Comments
“Mr. Peter Kaoma introduces the subject of (passion)...in an insightful and penetrating manner, marshalling some intelligent and thought-provoking arguments that are grounded not only in theoretical constructs, but in the real world of practical experiences and challenges. This book is a synthesis of both grounded intellectual wit and some depths of wisdom...a must-read for every reader interested in the application of paradigm shifts and the use of motivational literature to uplift a broken or ill-motivated soul...I strongly recommend (it to those willing to) look at life in a...progressive way, and from a different and refreshing angle as well.”
—Kenneth K. Mwenda, LLB, BCL, MBA, PhD, FCI, FRSA Washington, DC, USA
“Facing life and the future is often a very threatening experience. If you are seeking to stimulate your appetite (passion) for living, working and relationships, you have in this book, The Passion Factor, what you need. Whether you are a high school or college graduate, one frequenting career centers for guidance in today’s job market, or an individual determined to maximize personal potential, in these pages, the author scratches where it’s itching, right inside you. Thank you, Mr. Peter Kaoma, Sr. for your marvelous work.”
—Zebron M. Ncube, D. Min. Berrien Springs, MI, USA
“The Passion Factor takes a new approach to helping one learn how to handle his/her innate potential. Many...are endowed with great talents but are devoid of the essential quality to provide vivacity to life. Lack of this essential element...accounts for the misery that has assailed humanity in every sphere of activity. Peter Kaoma calls that innate power from within ‘passion.’ ...he ably demonstrates that when that element is...set ablaze, (we are propelled) to reach great heights in any...human endeavor....Everyone, rich or poor, can live a remarkable, fulfilled life. You have within your hands a tool that will enable you to live the life you have always wanted...”
—Coster Munyengwe Ph.D. Candidate, Andrews University
About the Author
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| Peter Kaoma |
Peter B. Kaoma studied Public Administration at the University of Manchester UK and Modern Management with The Alexander Hamilton Institute USA. He holds a Master’s Degree in Management & Administration and is a fellow of The British Chartered Institute of Marketing.
Mr. Kaoma has spent all his working life stretching over a period of more than thirty years in the corporate world, holding senior and executive positions in Human Resources, Sales and Marketing, Public Relations and General Management. He worked in diverse industries including Copper Mining, Oil Industry, Toiletry Manufacturing, Aviation and Telecommunications.
Mr. Kaoma has travelled widely covering most parts of both Western and Eastern Europe. Middle East, Far East, Asia, USA & Africa. He has attended & lectured at several seminars on management, marketing and human resources.
Mr. Kaoma believes that people do best what they enjoy doing most. And they contribute most when they do what they do best. But this can only be possible if people allow their passions to fuel their most cherished dreams. Following one’s passion goes well beyond the confinements of institutional education and reaches into realms of work, family, personal development and community service.
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