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What's Holding You Back?: 10 Bold Steps That Define Gutsy Leaders
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Title: What's Holding You Back?: 10 Bold Steps That Define Gutsy Leaders
Author: Robert J Herbold
ISBN: 9780470639016
Publisher: Jossey-Bass
Published: 2011
Binding: Hardcover
Language: English
Edition: 1
Number of Pages: 224
Publisher Description: "Leadership is not for everyone. It requires bold, gutsy individuals. If you accept that premise, you will find his [Bob Herbold's] book rewarding reading."<br /> --<b>Harvey Schachter</b>, <i>The Globe and Mail</i> Quit hiding from tough decisions and learn to confront them head-on <p>Why do managers at all levels sacrifice corporate success by shying away from making the tough decisions? <i>What's Holding You Back?</i> reveals exactly <i>why</i> managers often hesitate to confront difficult issues-whether it's the absence of a perfect solution, the knowledge that no decision will please everyone, etc.-and, most importantly, <i>how</i> they can overcome these common managerial obstacles to maximize their company's success. <i>What's Holding You Back?</i> elucidates the ten core principles of confident leadership, outlining proven tactics by which managers can confront their inner wimp and highlight their inner courage.</p> <ul> <li>Features dynamic real-world examples from Apple, Microsoft, Porsche, IBM, Merck, Canon, Sony, Whirlpool, IDEO, Tesco, P&G, Target, 3M, and more</li> <li>Pinpoints the corporate failures that can result from hesitant or self-conscious organizations, and what managers can do to avoid them</li> <li>Clearly delineates how managers can cultivate and deliver accountable and decisive leadership, even during the toughest dilemmas</li> </ul> <p><i>What's Holding You Back?</i> proves that practicing gutsy leadership is the key to operational and innovative excellence in the workplace</p>
Author: Robert J Herbold
ISBN: 9780470639016
Publisher: Jossey-Bass
Published: 2011
Binding: Hardcover
Language: English
Edition: 1
Number of Pages: 224
Publisher Description: "Leadership is not for everyone. It requires bold, gutsy individuals. If you accept that premise, you will find his [Bob Herbold's] book rewarding reading."<br /> --<b>Harvey Schachter</b>, <i>The Globe and Mail</i> Quit hiding from tough decisions and learn to confront them head-on <p>Why do managers at all levels sacrifice corporate success by shying away from making the tough decisions? <i>What's Holding You Back?</i> reveals exactly <i>why</i> managers often hesitate to confront difficult issues-whether it's the absence of a perfect solution, the knowledge that no decision will please everyone, etc.-and, most importantly, <i>how</i> they can overcome these common managerial obstacles to maximize their company's success. <i>What's Holding You Back?</i> elucidates the ten core principles of confident leadership, outlining proven tactics by which managers can confront their inner wimp and highlight their inner courage.</p> <ul> <li>Features dynamic real-world examples from Apple, Microsoft, Porsche, IBM, Merck, Canon, Sony, Whirlpool, IDEO, Tesco, P&G, Target, 3M, and more</li> <li>Pinpoints the corporate failures that can result from hesitant or self-conscious organizations, and what managers can do to avoid them</li> <li>Clearly delineates how managers can cultivate and deliver accountable and decisive leadership, even during the toughest dilemmas</li> </ul> <p><i>What's Holding You Back?</i> proves that practicing gutsy leadership is the key to operational and innovative excellence in the workplace</p>
