“…Alex believes we all have one shot at life and should live life to the fullest, constantly stepping out of our comfort zone, visiting places, and trying new things. …”

“…This book will show you how you can implement various functionalities of the Apache Spark framework in Java, without stepping out of your comfort zone. The book starts with an introduction to the Apache Spark 2.x ecosystem, followed by explaining how to install and configure Spark, and refreshes the Java concepts that will be useful to you when consuming Apache Spark's APIs. …”

“…Applying Sundheim’s advice will help you let go of old assumptions, explore new possibilities, move your organization out of its comfort zone, and experience long-term success. When you take smart risks, you will create. …”

“…Clark breaks it all down into six key behaviors: Connecting: Form solid relationships with coworkers and align your behavior to the organization’s culture and goals Shaping: Seize opportunities for tailoring experiences based on your personal preferences Learning: Take proactive measures to learn at or above the speed of change Stretching: Move out of your comfort zone and take calculated risks Achieving: Accomplish your goals Contributing: Make personal contributions that drive lasting positive change to others and to the company The Employee Engagement Mindset provides practical advice on how any employee can put him or herself on the fast track to true engagement using this six-part model. …”

“…Alex believes we all have one shot at life and should live life to the fullest, constantly stepping out of our comfort zone, visiting places, and trying new things. …”

“…Alex believes we all have one shot at life and should live life to the fullest, constantly stepping out of our comfort zone, visiting places, and trying new things. …”

“…Basics and Technical Vocabulary WORKSHOP 1: DISCOVERING BRUSH LETTERING Exercise 1: Find the Right Position Exercise 2: Set Up a Grid Exercise 3: Execute the First Movements Exercise 4: Place Letters Exercsise 5: Join the Letters Exercise 6: Retracing Your Tracks Work Studies Gallery WORKSHOP 2: INITIATING SCRIPT LETTERING Exercise 1: Discover the Skeleton Technique Exercise 2: Trace an Alphabet Exercise 3: Draw a Full Word Exercise 4: Execute a Classic Script Letter Exercise 5: Out of Your Comfort Zone Work Studies Gallery WORKSHOP 3: USING TYPOGRAPHICAL CHARACTERS Exercise 1: Decorate a Letter Exercise 2: A Complete Word Exercise Exercise 3: Go Further with a Vintage Style Exercise 4: Discover the Interlock Exercise 5: Work the Interlock Exercise 6: Realize Complete Lettering in Interlock Work Studies Gallery WORKSHOP 4: THE SECRETS OF A GOOD COMPOSITION Exercise 1: Thinking in Block Exercise 2: Execute the First Sketches Exercise 3: Choose the Word Styles Exercise 4: Tracing the Skeleton Exercise 5: Develop and Finalize Your Track Work Studies Gallery WORKSHOP 5: SCANNING AND VECTORIZATION Exercise 1: Scan and Prepare Your Lettering Exercise 2: First Steps to Vectorization Exercise 3: Testing the Summit Theory Exercise 4: Vectorize the Entire Set of Letters Exercise 5: Critiquing Vectorized Letters Exercise 6: Prepare Lettering without Vectorization Exercise 7: Isolate Lettering Exercise 8: Apply Texture Exercise 9: Finalizing the Composition Gallery..…”

“…Alex believes we all have one shot at life and should live life to the fullest, constantly stepping out of our comfort zone, visiting places, and trying new things. …”

“…Alex believes we all have one shot at life and should live life to the fullest, constantly stepping out of our comfort zone, visiting places, and trying new things. …”

“…Alex believes we all have one shot at life and should live life to the fullest, constantly stepping out of our comfort zone, visiting places, and trying new things. …”

“…Alex believes we all have one shot at life and should live life to the fullest, constantly stepping out of our comfort zone, visiting places, and trying new things. …”

“…Alex believes we all have one shot at life and should live life to the fullest, constantly stepping out of our comfort zone, visiting places, and trying new things. …”

“…Alex believes we all have one shot at life and should live life to the fullest, constantly stepping out of our comfort zone, visiting places, and trying new things. …”

“…Alex believes we all have one shot at life and should live life to the fullest, constantly stepping out of our comfort zone, visiting places, and trying new things. …”

“…Alex believes we all have one shot at life and should live life to the fullest, constantly stepping out of our comfort zone, visiting places, and trying new things. …”