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  • Hardcover: 480 pages
  • Publisher: Jossey-Bass; 1 edition (August 10, 2009)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 047043239X
  • ISBN-13: 978-0470432396
  • Product Dimensions: 6.4 x 1.5 x 9.3 inches
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5.0 out of 5 starsThe pre-eminent leader of leadership studies
By Robert Morris HALL OF FAMETOP 500 REVIEWERVINE VOICE on August 17, 2009
Format: Hardcover
I have read and reviewed all of Warren Bennis' books and read most of his articles. Therefore, I was especially eager to examine this volume in which Bennis collaborates with 20 guest contributors on creating what is best viewed as a retrospective examination of the themes, issues, crises, failures, and achievements that have guided and informed - in some respects defined - his life and career thus far. The material is carefully organized within six Parts, each of which has an organizing theme: My Life as a Leader, How Organizations Create or Thwart Leaders, On Becoming a Leader, Leadership as Performance, Cultivating the Leader in Others, and finally, Leadership and the Media. Bennis provided a brief but remarkably enlightening introduction to each Part.

Presumably Patricia Ward Biederman (who co-authored Organizing Genius with Bennis and contributed "The Berkeley of the East" and "What Went Wrong") also assisted with the editing of the abundance of the material. However, the dominant voice is Bennis', as it should be, and he probably reveals more about himself (warts and all) than in any prior publication. I found all of the contributors' articles well worth reading and especially appreciated these:

Scott Snook and Rakesh Khurana on "The End of the Great Man"
James O'Toole on "A Corporate Fear of Too Much Truth"

Note: O'Toole's essay on "Speaking Truth to Power" in Transparency, co-authored with Bennis and Daniel Goleman, is a "must read" for all executives.Read more ›
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5.0 out of 5 starsA must buy
By Bob Gill on September 20, 2015
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Recommended by Dave Logan of Tribal Leadership fame as the book to get if you're only getting one book by Bennis. Although some sections are somewhat dated, the many insights provided are illuminating, crystal clear and somewhat provocative considering when they were first published. The short sections made it easy to read in bursts without losing continuity. But the gold within those sections was delightful to uncover. Highly recommended. So much so that I've sent copies to colleagues and family.
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4.0 out of 5 starsTrue leader of our time
By Donald Hsu on September 5, 2009
Format: Hardcover
Warren Bennis is the distinguished professor of Management, at the University of Southern California
and the founding chair of the Leadership Institute.

The Leaning Ivory Tower, 1973, and The Unconscious Conspiracy: Why Leaders Can't Lead, 1976, were classics
before everyone else talked about "Leadership".

I enjoy reading all his books. Bennis books are original, make you think outside the box.

Fast foward to 2009, internet and global connections provide new paradigm for learning. E-Leader conferences took Leadership
to the next level,[...]
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2.0 out of 5 starsTwo Stars
By docaneal@aol.com on November 5, 2014
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Excellent read from Warren ...
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5.0 out of 5 starsBRAVO Dr. Bennis
By AKA lamb on November 25, 2010
Format: Hardcover
Dear potential buyers,

A leader's necessary foundation.

sincerely,

AHTL (aka Alex)
2009 Business & Finance Club at Harvard University -- Chief Human Resource Officer (summer interim)
Prevent Alcohol Risk related Trauma injuries for Youth program speaker
Laurence Decore Student Leadership Award
Mount Royal College (University) Student Leadership certification (X2)
Frances Caymre memorial Award
Canadian Red Cross Milestone Award
NCCP coaching certified
University of Calgary Student Success certification
University of Calgary Student Advisory Council (2007-08)
University of Calgary Team Leadership certification (X2)
University of Calgary Personal Leadership certification

Publication in the Herald & National Post on June 7, 2010 bio of me:
"A drunk and substance intoxicated driver hit Alex while he is riding his motorcycle years ago. A year of intense and difficult hospitalization taught Alex to persevere and had given him profound experiences. Alex speaking to the public, different schools/ students derive his humanity mandates. Advocating through education means is likely the greatest freedom that we currently have. Through education Alex gain and provide opportunities. Alex brings his non-profit business administration studies at Mount Royal College forward and indirectly leads to an opportunity to write to the Honourable Doug Horner, advanced education minister and the Honourable David Onley, lieutenant governor to help the transition to Mount Royal University. With blessings, Alex bring his study to Harvard University studying a graduate course. Alex scoring an "A" in the organization behaviour course signals his hard work, morale and value.Read more ›
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