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Move Your Bus: An Extraordinary New Approach to Accelerating Success in Work and Life Hardcover – June 30, 2015

by Ron Clark (Author)
4.7 out of 5 stars 43 customer reviews
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  • Hardcover: 192 pages
  • Publisher: Touchstone (June 30, 2015)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1501105035
  • ISBN-13: 978-1501105036
  • Product Dimensions: 5 x 0.7 x 7 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 7.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (43 customer reviews)
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5.0 out of 5 starsHow to accelerate “the relentless pursuit of excellence” and do so with people power
By Robert Morris HALL OF FAMETOP 500 REVIEWERVINE VOICE on March 1, 2016
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Ron Clark’s use of an extended metaphor (i.e. a bus) may result in some of the same confusion as did Jim Collins’ use of the same metaphor in Good to Great (2001). Both discuss passengers but classify them differently. Collins urges companies to get “the right people” on the bus and get “the wrong people” off whereas Clark differentiates people as follows:

o Former Runners are burned out and coasting.
o Walkers want to run but are exhausted.
o Potential Runners have a career that is blocked by an unappreciative boss who prefers to walk.
o Riders want to be better but have no idea how to begin to walk, much less run.
o Runners look around and realize that there is a new generation of Runners “who seem to be accelerating with turbo boosters that make [their] run look like a trot
o Others have had all manner of serious pro0fessioinal and personal problems and feel that they now lack the will and energy to run.
o Still others “may even feel that [they] have fallen off the bus and have been run over by it.

These comprise the “cast of characters” in Clark’s parable: Rufus the Runner, Joan the Jogger, Wanda the Walker, Ridley the Rider, and Drew the Driver. It is important to keep in mind that the term “bus” could refer to all of an organization and even a country or federation of countries (e.g. United Nations); to a part of an organization such as a division, department, committee, o0r even a brand; and also to a movement to make a vision a reality (e.g. securing independence for India within the United Kingdom).

As Clark explains, “Remember, the bus represents your goals and achievements as an organization, which could be anything from your business to your family unit to the committee you chair for your neighborhood association.Read more ›
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4.0 out of 5 starsHelpful
By Autamme_dot_com on September 16, 2015
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It was certainly a different book with a title that you had to look at to try and figure it out, and then it drew you in! Billed as an “…extraordinary new approach to accelerating success in work and life”, this book uses a mix between teamwork and “trustwork” to err, help move the bus forward.

Motivational and inspirational books like this are things you either get fully on-board with or you don’t. There is very little middle ground, and that can be a shame as there can still be a lot of interesting pointers, differing viewpoints and ways to try and resolve the problem.

The author takes a simple example to show the importance of focussed teamwork, using the analogy that a company (or an individual team or part of the company) is a bus filled with people who either help or hinder its ability to move it forward. Hence the title! The author describes the constituent parts as featuring drivers (who steer the organisation), runners (who consistently go above and beyond for the good of the organisation), joggers (who do their jobs without pushing themselves), walkers (who are just getting pulled along), and riders (who hinder success and drag the team down). So to maximise things you need a strong conductor (aka the bus driver, or team leader) who can identify which member takes which role and individually encourage them to “keep the bus moving” by working together, whilst being alert to “kick off” riders who become disruptive.

The approach taken was quite interesting, mixing friendly, identifiable scenarios with hard, impactful advice. By putting a human face on the problem, maybe this approach has a greater chance of working for some people.Read more ›
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5.0 out of 5 starsExtraodinary - Just As The Book Claims
By Robert Crouse on September 2, 2015
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Quick read and interesting approach to leading others in a work, church, or volunteer setting. This approach is unique and builds on the reader's current skills and capabilities to move people forward at there natural pace - thus moving the bus - everyone is moved along. Like I said it is a unique approach to tem building. Work improvement is constant - not a new concept - at a natural pace. Before retiring I taught team building for 17 to 20 years.....
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4.0 out of 5 starsAn instruction manual for go-getters
By Scott on August 21, 2015
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For those who work in a Ron Clark environment, this book will lay out the philosophy and where you fit. The breakdown of the four categories is fairly black and white. I don't believe anybody is 100% Runner, 100% of the time. But this book does explain the defining traits of different types of workers.
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3.0 out of 5 starsthe author is one of the best educators probably to have ever taught students
By Teacher who loves books on August 15, 2015
Format: Hardcover
First, the author is one of the best educators probably to have ever taught students. He also has written some outstanding books. This one isn't one of them. I did like the idea of the bus and the 4 characters that are often found in the workplace. It is also an easy and enjoyable read. The problem is that most of the ideas in this book are very basic and common sense. If you are an educator, I would highly suggest reading his other books. If you are in business, there are so many business books out there that can teach you far more things. Not a terrible book, but as an educator, I would give it a "C".
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5.0 out of 5 starsExcitement
By Amazon Customer on December 26, 2015
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This book came at a time where I needed to restart my engine. I can only hope one day that I can be the best me I can be for not only myself but my classroom students. I enjoy seeing them excited about learning and feel that this book will get me back on track for making learning a fun and exciting experience for all kids who enter my room!!!
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5.0 out of 5 starsBus moved

Typical Ron Clark book, interesting and useful.
This is a must read for teachers but read the other Ron Clark books, too.

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Published 2 months ago by Andria Black
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I love Ron Clark and his books and school. This one just did not entertain me as much as his others. Read more

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Published 3 months ago by Connie Gilman
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Once again, Ron Clark hits a homerun! This book is an easy read but very practical not only for people in the education field but in the business industry too. Read more

Published 4 months ago by Kristen D. Stannard
5.0 out of 5 starsGet ready to RUN!

Oh, Ron Clark! No one can tell a story, inspire, motivate, or ignite passion like Ron Clark. This book is great to use for self motivation in the workplace, or to be given to... Read more

Published 5 months ago by D. Pace
5.0 out of 5 starsFive Stars

I love Ron Clark and this book did not disappoint!

Published 5 months ago by M. Watts
5.0 out of 5 starsIf you like teaching through stories and analogies

Fabulous take on explaining the work place. If you like teaching through stories and analogies...this is heaven. Met Mr. Clark and most of the mentioned staff in the book. Read more

Published 6 months ago by Jared Perry
5.0 out of 5 starsLoved his newest book

Insightful for anybody working as a part of a team. Ron Clark's style and humor are a must read!!! Loved his newest book!

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