Better Places: Building Stronger Communities With Authenticity and Compassion [Paperback]

2024 Global Book Awards Silver Medalist in Business Leadership

Explore the transformative journey of embracing compassion and authenticity in the workplace withBetter Places. Robert Rasmussen, Founder and CEO of Agile Six, brings his vision of what a business community can aspire to become. Rooted in the timeless wisdom of Ahimsa, or nonviolence, this heartfelt narrative moves beyond the zero-sum game of winners and losers to reveal the profound impact of our words and actions on the world around us.

Discover the author’s personal evolution from a survivor of unrealistic standards to an advocate for compassionate, interdependent communities. Unpack the poignant truths of human connection as the book delves into Nonviolent Communication, Humanism, and the power of willful interdependence, offering insightful lessons and practical tools for fostering empathy and building authentic relationships.

This story isn't just a blueprint for conflict resolution; it's a call to action for nurturing the joyous, collective human spirit through words that heal rather than harm.Better Placesis more than a book; it's a testament to the human capacity for love and service, a narrative that echoes the richness of shared experiences, and a hopeful guide for anyone seeking to live a more interconnected, meaningful life.ROBERT RASMUSSEN, founder and CEO of Agile Six, has represented world-class companies and led talented teams globally. His current mission involves CivicTech—whole people, in whole teams delivering holistic federal solutions, experiences, and outcomes for people.Foreward
Preface
Introduction

Chapter One: Tangled Lines
Chapter Two: Attachment Issues
Chapter Three: Authenticity
Chapter Four: Willful Interdependence (Collective Attachment)
Chapter Five: The Scandinanvian Model
Chapter Six: Delivering Happiness
Chapter Seven: Trauma, Humiliation, and Neurodiversity
Chapter Eight: Anl#0