Jamaica Outlook Review - Raising The Next Barack Obama Launch
Yet another author has been added to the growing list of the elite group of scribes on our fair island. She is Taniesha Burke and her book, Raising The Next Barack Obama, a guide to develop core principles for success in your child, was launched at Knutsford Court Hotel, Ruthven Road, St Andrew, on Thursday, January 29.
Parenting with Obama in mind
FIRST-TIME AUTHOR Taniesha Burke said recently that she hoped her book, Raising the Next Barack Obama: A Guide on How to Develop Core Principles for Success in Your Child, would serve as a template for inspirational child rearing. Burke, who has a master's degree in psychology, said the book is a guide for parents who want to maximise their children's potential. The book was launched at the Knutsford Court Hotel, in New Kingston, on January 29.
Throughout the work, recently inaugurated United States President Barack Obama is used as a point of reference to emphasise the core principles of determination and excellence. GOOD GUIDANCE "What Barack Obama has shown us is that with heart, commitment, dedication and good guidance, all of us, especially our children, can achieve greatness," Burke, a youth motivational speaker, told the audience at her book launch. "For all of us who are parents, I want to suggest that there is a Barack Obama inside your home today. It's just for you to open up and be willing to guide them," added the single mother.
Burke said the fundamental principles which contributed to the success of Obama Ð the first African-American United States president Ð are meticulously examined in her book. She said parenthood was one of the most important jobs for any individual, setting the foundation for successful nation building. "I believe that, as parents, if we inspire our children to be great, they will be great," Burke said. "If we mould them deliberately, they will positively impact the world." Burke is the founder of Preston Childcare Services, named in honour of her son, which is an online individual and group babysitting service.
Recognized Childcare Entrepreneur, Taniesha Burke, Releases Her First Book, “Raising The Next Barack Obama” A Guide to Develop Core Principles for Success in Your Child
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A trailblazer in the field of childcare, Taniesha Burke's love and passion for her work as well as her commitment for setting the stage where young single mothers can be empowered, resonates in this must read manuscript. This book is a guide to parents who are searching for the fundamental principles that should be part of their children's lives. These recommendations are easily implemented for lasting and positive results. Her expertise and in-depth knowledge of child development is revealed through the following chapters in her book:
- Vision
- Initiative
- Persistence
- Thoughts
- Attitude of Gratitude
- Be Authentic to Self
- Being a Calm in the Storm
- Integrity
- Ability to Focus
- Listening
- Self Confidence
- Pursuit of Knowledge
- Attitude of Servitude
The book is currently available for purchase at www.obama.prestonchildcare.com and will be available on amazon.com by January 25, 2008.
About the author
This vibrant, single parent and youth motivational speaker found Jamaica's first online individual & group babysitting service. Her commitment to the childcare industry is manifested through her own company named after her son, Preston Childcare Services. As president and CEO, Ms. Burke’s leadership and vision is put to the task daily, providing her clients with exceptional service which is fast becoming a household name in corporate Jamaica.
Taniesha is also a regular contributor to the Jamaica Gleaner Positive Parenting Column and in the past has contributed articles to their Outlook Magazine. In her articles she focuses on issues relevant to children and their development. Ms. Burke, a leader in her own right, has been privileged to represent Jamaica at the Vital Voices Global Partnership Women Leadership Summit in Buenos Aires Argentina in October 2008. At only 25 years of age and one of the youngest at the summit. Taniesha's mandate is to empower and transform the lives of young parents leaving them with invaluable insights and tools for success in their lives and success in their parenting journey. In essence, her goal is to instill a new hope in them and a vision for themselves and their dependents.