Anyone who remembers a moment when his or her life suddenly required an unprecedented leap of faith will appreciate the power of the stories in Leadership Moments: Turning Points That Changed Lives and Organizations.
Each of the ten contributing authors took that leap, despite personal risks and odds that defied success. Every situation in this book represents a unique turning point, best described as a “Leadership Moment.”
For example, Peter and Monika Ressler dared to speak of spirituality amid Wall Street's culture of greed, while Jon Corey's lessons in corporate survival were gained on a
Vietnam
battlefield. Peter Amato recognized the need to reawaken the dignity of his own spirit during a personal time of trial; Marty Boyle exhibited courage to do the right thing, regardless of the personal consequences.
Leadership Moments offers courage to business people facing uncertainty and opposition. As the contributors found from personal experience, leadership emerges when we trust ourselves, tap into inner wisdom, maintain our integrity, and always aim for the highest good.
Ultimately, whether we are veteran managers dealing with far-reaching business issues, or new recruits feeling our way in a complex corporate cultureeveryone can say “yes” to a Leadership Moment!
"A wise person learns from experience a wiser person learns from someone else’s experience. Read this book and learn from some amazing experiences! These turning points that changed the author’s lives, can be learning points that can help you change your life! Great coaching from moving experiencescan be inspiring and practical at the same time!"
~ Marshall Goldsmith
PRAISE FOR LEADERSHIP MOMENTS
“An insightful, thought-provoking volume. These engaging stories highlight actionable principles that teach us how to lead at a higher levelwith heart and soul. I couldn’t recommend it more highly.”
Ken Blanchard
Co-author, The One Minute Manager®and Leading at a Higher Level
“A wise person learns from experiencea wiser person learns from someone else's experience. Read this book and learn from some amazing experiences!”
Marshall Goldsmith, Ph.D.
Co-editor, The Leader of the Future Named by Forbes as one of five top executive coaches
“Leadership is everyone's business. You'll never know when opportunity will knock, and you'll be asked to answer the call to take you places you’ve never been before. The key, as these stories relate, is exploring the inner territory and liberating the leader within.”
Barry Z. Posner, Ph.D.
Dean, Leavey
School
of
Business
,
Santa Clara
University
Co-author, The Leadership Challenge and A Leader's Legacy
“…a marvelous collection reminding readers that leadership is within the reach of every man and woman. I wholeheartedly recommend it.”
James O'Toole
Author, Creating the Good Life
“There are watershed events in all our lives that send us on a new trajectory. This is an outstanding compilation of such moments. Best of all, it is written with such deep insight that we can all gain from it.”
Jack Zenger, D.B.A.
CEO, Zenger-Folkman
Co-author, The Extraordinary Leader
“A no-nonsense primer on how to lead with conviction in a world of uncertainty.”
Hon. Rod Diridon
Executive Director, Mineta Transportation Institute
“Full of spirit, this book inspires readers to develop their own leadership presence through sustainable values and a systems perspective. One of the best leadership books I have read and among the few I recommend to my clients and students.”
Prasad Kaipa, Ph.D.
CEO, The Kaipa Group
Council of Trustees, Society for Organizational Learning
"Compelling stories of courage and leadership, full of candid, behind-the-scenes details.”
Joyce Osland, Ph.D.
Lucas Endowed Professor of Global Leadership,
San Jose
State
University
“These lessons in leading change are a unique blend of theory and practice. If you like stories with morals, you’ll love these narratives!”
Brad Maihack
Corporate Controller, Hewlett-Packard OpenView Software Business
“Exemplary standards for leaders. Authentic, practical, and right on target! I enjoyed the book immensely.”
Dave Heagerty
Chairman, Coakley Heagerty
“A powerful and engaging book with vital leadership principles conveyed through masterful storytelling!”