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A Leader's Legacy
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A Leader's Legacy

James M. Kouzes and Barry Z. Posner
Jossey-Bass, 2006

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Editorial Rating

7

Qualities

  • Comprehensive
  • Applicable
  • Inspiring

Recommendation

In this easy-to-read, well-organized inspirational book, authors James M. Kouzes and Barry Z. Posner show you in 21 short chapters what it takes to become a leader. The essays are concise and transparent, and the numerous examples will inspire anyone who needs a boost in leadership energy. Some material is repeated, basic or familiar, but the book offers a great deal of wisdom about motivational leadership and making your mark. If you'd like a short but solid manual on leadership issues to read on the airplane or over the weekend, getAbstract recommends tossing this into your carry-on or briefcase.

Take-Aways

  • Leadership requires a set of 21 skills you can learn.
  • Cultivate leadership character traits by developing specific skills that relate to building "significance, aspirations, relationships and courage."
  • The most desired quality in a leader is honesty, followed by the ability to look ahead.

About the Authors

James M. Kouzes is executive fellow at the Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship at the Leavey School of Business, Santa Clara University, where Barry Z. Posner is dean and professor of leadership.

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