EPI Book Recommendations: The Energy Bus

A new monthly column from our friends Jerry, Ron and Howard at Education Partnerships, Inc. (EPI) who work with GEAR UP principals. They will offer a short review of a book that will inspire, motivate, and/or challenge educators. This month: The Energy Bus, by Jon Gordon.

Billed as the “10 Rules to Fuel Your Life, Work, and Team with Positive Energy” this book is built around a story of a disgruntled individual, George, who due to a disabled car is forced to ride the bus for a few days. During these commutes he meets Joy, the bus driver, who with the help of the bus passengers shares the life changing insights known as the “10 Rules” along with explanations of each one. Of course, these rules provide George with insights into his own life and the relationships he has with his spouse, friends and working colleagues which all improve. This is a fun read with neat suggestions for “enjoying the ride”.

In the book Jon Gordon also provides numerous suggestions and models as to how the rules may be used to enhance teams and work groups. These suggestions can easily be translated into classroom and even school wide use. Good luck and happy reading!

Note: We have several copies of this book available and would be glad to send it to the principal of any school in which there is a person who would like a copy.