Collaboration, Teamwork, and Networking present a thoughtful and pragmatic blueprint for those who want to maximize their leverage, resources, and opportunities. It's the stuff of real 21st Century empowerment; networking for a cause. The book provides a snapshot of how the existing economic, political, and social systems favor the status quo. It offers a framework for people and organizations to be proactive in combining their resources to create businesses that produce jobs and other services that help communities to thrive and succeed..About the Author: Gerald (Dr. G) Higginbotham is Executive Director of Unity for a Better Community. He is an educator, entrepreneur, and community activist who is also an airline pilot of 24 years. He holds a certificate from the Joseph School of Business and Entrepreneurship, and diplomas from Light Bible College and Power Learning Systems in Information Age Development. He also holds a BA in Psychology from California State University, Northridge and a Ph.D. in Biblical Studies and Divinity from the Jesus of Nazareth Church Ministries. Gerald has a long history of business development and community activism. In 1991 he developed a network of entrepreneurs who implemented and operated a successful restaurant in the St. Louis area. He was instrumental in introducing Financial Literacy education to numerous faith-based organizations, and co-founded a successful wellness center in the Atlanta area. Gerald is currently CEO and President of Living Learning in Faith Everyday, Inc. (LLIFE), and Executive Director of Unity For A Better Community, Inc., a 501.(3)(c) Organization. ______________ Joyce Coleman is a speaker and management consultant in the areas of customer-focused enterprise and peak performance. She has developed and implemented immensely successful programs for a fortune 500 company, universities, and other organizations. Her work has consistently resulted in improved service, lower costs, and greater satisfaction among customers and employees. Joyce is also author of the critically acclaimed memoir, Soul Stirrings: How looking back gives each of us the freedom to move forward, a companion Study Guide for grades 4-12, and numerous electronic books. She has authored many business-oriented writings that are published widely on the Internet. Joyce helps her clients leverage their intellectual resources to achieve their goals. She is the president of an online publishing company. Visit her at www.locusthillpublishing.com, and at www.joycecoleman.com.