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In Leadership: Texas
Hold 'em Style, card playing, and specifically poker, is used as a
metaphor to examine the art and science of leadership. While you may learn
something about card playing, the book is not about card games. Some
people have strong negative reactions to card playing. On the other hand,
the authors see cards and card playing as a social activity that crosses
economic, social and cultural boundaries. Other games, like chess might be
used in a similar manner, but they probably wouldn't have the wide appeal of
cards (there are 2.2 million references to Chess Playing on the Internet and 126
million to Card Playing).
Leadership: Texas Hold 'em
Style has now added to the 126 million references to Card Playing.
And, inherent in the game is wagering. The authors don't encourage
commercial gaming or gambling but recognize it's wide spread appeal and the
associated problems. We have added to following two links as well as the
special disclaimer. If you, or someone you know, has a gambling problem we
encourage you to visit these sites and take action.
Help for Gambling Problems
The National Problem Gambling Helpline Network (800.522.4700) is available toll
free 24 hours a day, 7 days a week everywhere in the U.S. All calls are strictly
confidential. When you call the helpline, a counselor will listen to your
concerns and answer your questions about problem gambling. The counselor may ask
you questions to help determine the most appropriate resources for your
situation and then they will give you information on how to access those
resources. Everything you discuss with the counselor is confidential. You will
be referred to services in your area that may include counselors, self help
groups, treatment centers and a variety of other resources.
National Council on Problem Gaming
The Mission of the National Council on Problem Gambling is to increase public
awareness of pathological gambling, ensure the widespread availability of
treatment for problem gamblers and their families, and to encourage research and
programs for prevention and education.
Legal Restrictions on Gambling and Gaming
This site is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Online
gambling is restricted and illegal in most of the United States. Moreover, most
online gambling sites do not accept depositors from players in the United
States. If you choose to participate in any online gambling, it is solely your
responsibility to ensure that online gambling is legal in your jurisdiction. We
cannot determine the legality of online gambling in every jurisdiction, and
cannot provide any legal advice, and do not encourage the participation in
online gambling. Online gambling and gaming is illegal in many jurisdictions
and users should consult legal counsel regarding the legal status of online
gambling and gaming in their jurisdictions. The information at this site is for
education, news and entertainment purposes only.
General Disclaimer
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