Jim Taylor, PhD, has worked with young people, parents, and educators for more than 24 years. He has spoken at over 700 venues globally. His previous books include Positive Pushing: How to Raise a Successful and Happy Child (Hyperion, 2002). His dozens of past national and local TV appearances include NBC’s Today and ABC’s World News This Weekend, and he is regularly quoted by major print media. He lives with his family in Marin County, California.