The People Principle : A Revolutionary Redefinition of Leadership

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Summary: Gift for Mom
Review: I ordered this book for my mom for one of her college courses. I ordered it used. She received it in about a week. As soon as she got it, she called me and aksed me why I had ordered her a NEW book when she would only be using it for one course. I explained to her that I purchased it used, but she insisted it was new. The description DID say it was in excellent condition... and my mom is a TRUE believer of that... which I'm very happy about. Now she intends to sell it for almost full price when she finishes the course... isn't that just awful???

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Summary: Get it, read it, share it, live it!!! Worth Every penny!
Review: I would rate this book higher if I could.

This should be required reading for everyone no matter what your position. This isn't only for managers, but for those that feel they aren't managers or leaders. It helps you learn how to get the most from not only others, but yourself for that is where true learning starts.

A friend of mine gave me this book not because he feels I need help, but because he respects me as a person. It is one of the few books I don't just gobble up in a night. I have to slowly read a chapter or few pages, then digest what I read before going back for more. I haven't finished the book yet. I am too busy digesting what I have read so far. I am giving copies to my family, my boss, and the ceo of our company of 40k+ employees out of respect.

If you get only one book on leadership and people, get this one!

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Summary: Most important book on management/leadership in a long time!
Review: This book reconnects us with life-our work with life.. It feels so good to have someone confirm that we can have values at work; that valuing people over process and politics is appreciated in the business community. Instead of some new leadership fad or management theory Mr. Willingham has created a simple model: every person is important. People rise to the level of leadership, and to the expectations of leaders. People want to be lead, inspired, challenged, not managed. This is a MUST read, with practical steps, thoughtful exercises, and the best chapter on goals that I have ever read. Please, do yourself and those you lead: READ THIS BOOK!