Executive Values (Paperback)

by Kurt Senske (Author) "A multitude of books has been written on leadership..." (more)
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Product Description
Executive Values offers ideas and tools for applying Christian values to business and organizational leadership in a world in which values can be less important than impressive results and a positive bottom line. Kurt Senske brings a fresh, new voice to the subject of good business as he shares lessons learned as an attorney, political consultant, and president and CEO to encourage leaders to put the golden rule of leadership at the heart of their management style.

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Features:

--provides Christian-based approaches to business leadership and practice

--draws on research and professional experience

--includes examples, both positive and negative, from many industries and types of organizations

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Product Details

• Paperback: 176 pages
• Publisher: Augsburg Fortress Publishers (January 1, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0806645547
• ISBN-13: 978-0806645544
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 5.9 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #203,974 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Executive Values Applicable to All Leaders, April 11, 2003

By A Customer

"Executive Values" clearly presents the pressures and seemingly conflicting responsibilities experienced by those in positions of management and leadership. A Christian approach to solving these dilemmas is presented in logical and humane ways. Kurt Senske gives much evidence that the "bottom line" is not the highest priority. Not only will CEOs and other executives be interested in this recommended application of the Golden Rule, but I also urge the church professionals - pastors, school administrators, youth leaders - to give it serious attention.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Executive Values, June 4, 2003

By	John W. Long (El Paso, TX USA) - See all my reviews

Dr. Senske has outlined very practical applications for leaders of any type of organization. He outlines what it takes to be an ethical and effective leader. He explains how to appropriately respond to challenges and dilemmas that await leaders at every turn. Having served on the board of directors of Lutheran Social Services of the South with Dr. Senske as CEO, I have witnessed first hand the effectiveness of what he outlines in the book. A must read for all leaders!

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Ethics in the Market Place, April 4, 2003

By	Melvin G. Swoyer (Pflugerville, TX United States) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Kurt Senske, CEO of a faith-based social service agency,
has written a management book on ethical principles in the
everyday market place. He has challenged the business world
to look at the Golden Rule -- "Do unto others as you would
have them do unto you" (Luke 6:31) -- and apply it to developing your vision, mentoring your staff, and obtaining
your bottom line. An attorney, a creative administrator, and
a Christian leader, Dr. Kurt Senske is a fresh breath of air
in the midst of scandals and unethical business practices in
our world. The book is very readable, has good outlines,
and causes one to want to "be a better person" both professionally and personally. He has accomplished what he
set out to do -- establish ethical principles in a business
world.

The Rev. Melvin G. Swoyer, Board Certified Chaplain