Trust Me : Developing a Leadership Style People Will Follow

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Summary: A Must Read
Review: Having read a number of Management-style books over the years, I always found it was a bit like panning for gold to find the nugget that could be applied. Until now, I had not read one where the concepts were so clearly presented, and where every principle was significant, and I could embrace them as aligning with my own concept of leadership style, both professionally and personally. As Hastings and Potter present, these can't be separated.
The leadership concepts are well described, and argument convincing. The style of summarizing the main points of at the end of each chapter, a Bible study approach providing questions to reflect on how to apply in one's life, and applicable quotes and entertaining stories from their experiences to support the points, make for enjoyable reading, and easy reference.
The book is not just for business executives, it has application to all who represent the company. The concept of humility and endurance as they describe them are the kingpins of how we want our company to be known, and represented. The book will be recommended reading for our commercial team; even though some don't have other company people for whom they are responsible, they represent us, are responsible for themselves, and families, and will learn from the work of Hastings and Potter.

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Summary: Trust Me is solid food for all.
Review: Having read a number of Management-style books over the years, I always found it was a bit like panning for gold to find the nugget that could be applied. Until now, I had not read one where the concepts were so clearly presented, and where every principle was significant, and I could embrace them as aligning with my own concept of leadership style, both professionally and personally. As Hastings and Potter present, these can't be separated.
The leadership concepts are well described, and argument convincing. The style of summarizing the main points of at the end of each chapter, a Bible study approach providing questions to reflect on how to apply in one's life, and applicable quotes and entertaining stories from their experiences to support the points, make for enjoyable reading, and easy reference.
The book is not just for business executives, it has application to all who represent the company. The concept of humility and endurance as they describe them are the kingpins of how we want our company to be known, and represented. The book will be recommended reading for our commercial team; even though some don't have other company people for whom they are responsible, they represent us, are responsible for themselves, and families, and will learn from the work of Hastings and Potter.

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Summary: TRUST ME
Review: I am a career professional educator (40+ years), mostly in administrative capacities. Recently I received and read TRUST ME by Hastings & Potter. I can truthfully say that my perception of leadership has been dramatically altered by reading and re-reading the concepts presented by these gifted authors. Many of the principles were familiar and just required "dusting off." Others were like 'Manna from Heaven' (why hadn't I thought of that!?!). I enthusiastically urge anyone involved in leadership to acquire and read TRUST ME today.

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Summary: A Must Read
Review: I lead a team of individuals who are seasoned leaders and probably feel qualified to teach a course in leadership. Well as my father always told me growing up a good day is when you learn something and put it to practical use. If you are leading a group of individuals and think you have the game mastered think again. Read Trust Me because it is a refreshing book with simple, practical ideas that can be utilized in any type of business. It really is a chance to do some introspective thinking on how effective my leadership style really is on a daily basis. Lastly, this book put into perspective the greatest leader of all times Jesus. Many people work 60 plus hours a week and lose perspective on the big picture this book will help you in your daily life as well. I bought the book prior to a plane ride and could not put it down.

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Summary: Just right for today's leaders
Review: If you read only one book on leadership in 2004, I would urge you to read "Trust Me" - "Developing a Leadership Style People Will Follow", co-authored by a friend and colleague of mine, Ron Potter. Ron embodies the principles he and his co-author Wayne Hastings write about. If you are leading a group of individuals and think you have achieved a 10 on the scale of Trust. Think again. My two favorite chapters are: "Keeping the Band in Tune" and "Dream Team". Tune into this refreshing book with simple, practical ideas that can be utilized in any type of business. What an opportunity to do some introspective thinking on how effective your leadership style really is on a day to day, person to person basis. This truly is a book and a message for its time. Just right for today's leaders.

Rating:
Summary: Just right for today's leaders
Review: If you read only one book on leadership in 2004, I would urge you to read "Trust Me" - "Developing a Leadership Style People Will Follow", co-authored by a friend and colleague of mine, Ron Potter. Ron embodies the principles he and his co-author Wayne Hastings write about. If you are leading a group of individuals and think you have achieved a 10 on the scale of Trust. Think again. My two favorite chapters are: "Keeping the Band in Tune" and "Dream Team". Tune into this refreshing book with simple, practical ideas that can be utilized in any type of business. What an opportunity to do some introspective thinking on how effective your leadership style really is on a day to day, person to person basis. This truly is a book and a message for its time. Just right for today's leaders.

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Summary: Leadership that lasts
Review: Trust Me is a book for leaders who want their influence to last. Many people can achieve immediate success, but lasting and fulfilling success can only be found with timeless truths as explained in this book by Wayne Hastings and Ron Potter. Knowing Ron personally, I have seen him live out these life lessons on leadership in a way that bears much fruit for his professional, personal, and spiritual life. I especially appreciated the chapters on development and focus. Trust me is an excellent book that will build other's trust in your leadership goals and abilities.

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Summary: Leadership that lasts
Review: Trust Me is a book for leaders who want their influence to last. Many people can achieve immediate success, but lasting and fulfilling success can only be found with timeless truths as explained in this book by Wayne Hastings and Ron Potter. Knowing Ron personally, I have seen him live out these life lessons on leadership in a way that bears much fruit for his professional, personal, and spiritual life. I especially appreciated the chapters on development and focus. Trust me is an excellent book that will build other's trust in your leadership goals and abilities.

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Summary: Great Book for all Leaders
Review: Trust Me is one of those rare books that provides timeless insights with personal insights and help for all of us. Hastings and Potter take the reader on a leadership journey and challenge us at the end of each chapter with thought-provoking questions and personal growth suggestions. I literally could not put this book down! It has helped me and my team to understand how we can be successful leaders. This is a must read for any person wanting to improve their leadership skills.

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Summary: Great Book for all Leaders
Review: Wayne Hastings and Ron Potter have written an inspirational book that provides the key principles we all need to guide us in our personal and business lives. It is a book to be kept close at hand to keep our thinking and actions on the path of a principle based life. The real life stories and the opportunity provided to reflect after each chapter with thought provoking questions about ourselves and how we interact with others helps teach us how to be leaders others can trust.