A practical understanding of leadership is the most important factor in determining your career success. The Little Black Book Of Leadership delivers fast, useful advice to kick-start or rejuvenate your career. It delivers rapid, well-focused knowledge about improving yourself and successfully leading others.
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Dr. Dewett is dedicated to developing and inspiring people in organizations by combining a massive dose of energy with world class knowledge to deliver a message that brings leadership to life. He has been quoted in the New York Times, BusinessWeek, MSNBC, and hundreds of other outlets. Dr. Dewett s credentials include a BBA from the University of Memphis, an MBA from the University of Tennessee, and a PhD in Management from Texas A&M University. Dr. Dewett has consulted with, trained, spoken to, and instructed professionals from a wide range of organizations including Fortune 500s, a host of business associations, smaller organizations and government agencies. Before going it alone Dr. Dewett enjoyed roles at Andersen Consulting as well as Ernst & Young. Currently, he is settled in Dayton, Ohio where he continues his quest to improve our capacity to lead.
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This book is funny, full of ideas, and so dang true about the day to day life in cubicleland. I love how it's not for top executives per say but for the mid level managers/leaders who make so many important day to day decisions.
The analysis of several concepts would seem so easy, but like Dewett says, we still mess them up every day. This book has helped me realize how to handle so many situations already today at work. It's a great feeling to be able to think about real names and situations where his rules apply!
I love it, and I think I'm going to read it again - after I let one of my MBA buddies borrow it of course! :)
I would suggest it to all business folks living in cubicleland!
The analysis of several concepts would seem so easy, but like Dewett says, we still mess them up every day. This book has helped me realize how to handle so many situations already today at work. It's a great feeling to be able to think about real names and situations where his rules apply!
I love it, and I think I'm going to read it again - after I let one of my MBA buddies borrow it of course! :)
I would suggest it to all business folks living in cubicleland!
If a "little black book" is a list of top date choices, Todd Dewett's book is well named. This handy little volume provides a quick overview of the basics - enough information to have a fling with leadership, but not enough to be ready to marry it. While it lacks deep insight, it is certainly helpful as a directory for new managers and wannabe leaders. Dewett adopts a global, big-picture approach, outlining and discussing the personal and professional attributes, qualities, and characteristics leaders need. His suggestions include some detail (note the cogent two pages on body language), but they may seem routine unless you need an introduction to the basics. Even Dewett characterizes his concepts as "simple ideas," but his time-tested advice tells novice managers how to start stepping out - and isn't that one of the things a little black book is supposed to do? getAbstract suggests this book as a useful guide to first dates for new leaders.
"The Little Black Book of Leadership" concentrates on the fundamentals of leadership. Author, Todd Dewett, covers a wide array of topics - from personal skills like time management to team building, conflict resolution, and developing team members. It is a series of straightforward, practical tips for leading successfully.
Dewett unveils a leadership oath at the start of the book that encapsulates the meaning and purpose of a leader. It sets the tone for the entire book, and it alone is worth the purchase price. Oh, if only more leaders took the oath and adhered to it!
The author has a refreshingly casual and blunt style which makes for a quick and enjoyable read. He quickly nullifies the leader vs. manager debate and blows away other myths. He also introduces some fun tidbits like his definition for BLAME - an acronym meaning Barely Legitimate Almost Meaningless Excuse. He reserves a chapter to describe his leadership rules: Reduce Ambiguity, Be Fair, and Stay Positive. Lots of good stuff!
"The Little Black Book of Leadership" is filled with valuable advice. It is a fine resource for both aspiring and seasoned leaders.
--Nick McCormick, Author, "Acting Up Brings Everyone Down," and "Lead Well and Prosper"
Dewett unveils a leadership oath at the start of the book that encapsulates the meaning and purpose of a leader. It sets the tone for the entire book, and it alone is worth the purchase price. Oh, if only more leaders took the oath and adhered to it!
The author has a refreshingly casual and blunt style which makes for a quick and enjoyable read. He quickly nullifies the leader vs. manager debate and blows away other myths. He also introduces some fun tidbits like his definition for BLAME - an acronym meaning Barely Legitimate Almost Meaningless Excuse. He reserves a chapter to describe his leadership rules: Reduce Ambiguity, Be Fair, and Stay Positive. Lots of good stuff!
"The Little Black Book of Leadership" is filled with valuable advice. It is a fine resource for both aspiring and seasoned leaders.
--Nick McCormick, Author, "Acting Up Brings Everyone Down," and "Lead Well and Prosper"
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Four and a half stars
One of the best business books I've read in recent years. I'm docking it a partial star for a couple reasons. Read more
Published on November 28, 2008 by Steven Keller
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This is definitely a book that cube-dwellers, their bosses, their loved ones, and anyone else should read. Read more
Published on May 8, 2008 by RA
Great book for those living in cubeland !!!
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Published on March 26, 2008 by Uday Sekar
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