{"product_id":"athletic-directors-desk-reference-donna-a-lopiano-9781718208490","title":"Athletic Director's Desk Reference","description":"\u003ci\u003eAthletic Director's Desk Reference, Second Edition With HKPropel Access, \u003c\/i\u003e is the most comprehensive resource available for collegiate and high school athletic administrators. Expert leadership advice and practical tools guide administrators in successfully navigating increasingly complex roles in athletic programs of any size. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eWith more than 75 combined years of experience as athletic program administrators, coaches, and consultants, the authors deliver an engaging narrative and professional insights for athletic directors of all levels. The modern demands on athletic programs and evolving safety and culture issues are reflected in this updated edition, with new content on Title IX compliance, social media communications, planning tools for budgets, cost-saving strategies, revenue generating opportunities, student-athlete mental health, concussion protocols, athletes' rights, Esports, and more. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eOffering a solid foundation of information every athletic director needs to know, plus clear advice on day-to-day operations, this essential resource can be used as an immediate practical guide through the real-world issues typically encountered by every athletic director. An extended table of contents provides an outline of the book elements so athletic directors can quickly find relevant tools within the book and easily reference the corresponding online materials, enabling administrators to confront issues and lead with confidence. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThroughout the book, management tips deliver professional advice, foundational information, problem-solving strategies, and suggestions for management of employees, programs, events, and facilities. Planning tools provide specific steps and considerations to take when developing strategic plans, action plans, professional development plans, and governance systems. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eMore than 300 documents are delivered through HK\u003ci\u003ePropel\u003c\/i\u003e. These valuable time-saving resources can be downloaded and customized to suit the needs of any athletic program. Educational resources can be used for teaching and motivating staff, campus constituents, volunteers, and student athletes. Evaluation instruments and risk assessments help today's athletic administrators assess job performance, evaluate program contents, identify risks, and prevent litigation. Policies and forms are easily modified, enabling athletic directors to produce effective policies and procedures that meet their unique needs while saving significant time. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThe advice and tools in \u003ci\u003eAthletic Director's Desk Reference\u003c\/i\u003e allow professionals to turn theory into immediate practice. The book addresses all the various policy, procedure, and system needs required for becoming an efficient and effective athletic director overseeing a successful athletic program. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eNote: A code for accessing HK\u003ci\u003ePropel\u003c\/i\u003e is included with all new print books.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Donna A. Lopiano, Connee Zotos\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 1718208499\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781718208490\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Human Kinetics Publishers\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 02\/15\/2022\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 480\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 2.55lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 11.00h x 8.50w x 1.00d","brand":"Donna A. Lopiano","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":44181417722111,"sku":"9781718208490","price":119.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_5a21845f-68b8-42f4-ba4f-0dcead7ec635.jpg?v=1690260341","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/athletic-directors-desk-reference-donna-a-lopiano-9781718208490","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}