Publisher's Synopsis
"Both men and women will find this book inspiration and practical. Its message is that the best way to be a better leader is to encourage leadership in others and it tells you how to go about it." Dr. Gay Culverhouse, Executive Director Cooke Foundation for Special Education former president, Tampa Bay Buccaneers "This book is unlike any other on leadership that I have read. Citing helpful examples, including those from the rich literature of the military, this book sounds a clear call for us to get on with the important work of building broadly based leadership that will enrich both business and individual lives." Dr. Curt W. Reimann, Director Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award (1987 1995) "Townsend and Gebhardt have woven the best of leadership thinking both civilian and military into their narrative. A must read for those who want to uplift their organization through better leadership." Walter E. Boomer, President Power Generation Group, Babcock & Wilcox General U.S. Marine Corps (retired) former assistant commandant, U.S. Marine Corps "This fascinating book points out that the world is not divided into leaders and followers, but between people who understand leadership and those who don't. It provides all the building blocks you need to understand leadership, to become an effective leader, and to create other leaders as well." Willis Reed, Senior Vice President/Player Development New Jersey Nets "All veterans know that leadership, at its best, is never autocratic, abusive, or arbitrary. Rather, it relies on commitment, communication, and character. To anyone interested in what the pros have to say about leadership, I highly recommend this readable and well–researched book." Robert A. Lutz, President and CEO Chrysler Corporation "Superb techniques and ideas on how to train for leaders throughout the organization real success can only be achieved by getting to all the levels." William "Gus" Pagonis, Executive Vice President of Logistics Sears Roebuck and Co. Lieutenant General, U.S. Army (retired) "Many of the leadership theories contained in Five–Star Leadership are very similar to FedEx's management principles, and are integral to maintaining our People–Service–Profit philosophy." Fred W. Smith, Chairman of the Board and CEO FedEx
