Blazing Your Own Trail: Faith, Focus, and Forward Momentum in Leadership

by Kiki Baker Barnes PhD

In Blazing Your Own Trail, Kiki Baker Barnes invites readers to explore the profound lessons she learned throughout her journey from athlete to award-winning college sports executive. Combining personal stories of triumph, failure, and growth, Barnes introduces the Blind Exchange Framework, a powerful leadership model built on the principles of Faith, Focus, and Forward Movement. Through insightful reflections and re- al-life examples, Barnes shares how these principles have guided her through major life transitions-both personal and professional. Whether overcoming challenges on the track field, navigating leadership roles in collegiate athletics, or blazing her trail in the male-dominated sports industry, Barnes' journey demonstrates the power of faith and determination in achieving success. This book is for aspiring leaders, athletes, and anyone who seeks to find their purpose and lead with integrity. Blazing Your Own Trail will inspire you to embrace life's uncertainties, rise from setbacks, and courageously pursue your dreams.

132 pages, Kindle Edition

Published January 7, 2025

Reviews

[Toni · Rating 5 out of 5]

Truly an inspirational book that not only takes you on a journey of Dr. Baker Barnes’ life, but also makes you reflect on your own journey and goals. An enjoyable read that fuels you and makes you want to look inside yourself and see how you can be 1% better each day, and achieve your goal.