Publisher's summary

Listen to writings by Bill Gates, Andrew Grove, Michael Eisner, David Packard and other business leaders. Possessing a rare combination of business genius and true grit, these captains of industry have created unprecedented wealth for their companies and themselves, pioneered revolutionary new industries, and in some cases, directly shaped the destinies of entire nations. Offering timeless wisdom from the most successful business leaders ever, The Book of Leadership Wisdom will appeal to managers at every level.

This program includes:

  • Andrew S. Grove: "Taking the Hype Out of Leadership"
  • Roberto C. Goizueta: "The Real Essence of Business"
  • John F. Welch Jr.: "Global Competitiveness"
  • Bill Gates: "A View from Olympus"
  • David Packard: "Trust in People"
  • Ben Cohen and Jerry Greenfield: "Lead with Your Values"
  • Lawrence A. Bossidy: "Reality-Based Leadership"
  • Robert W. Galvin: "Real Leaders Create Industries"
  • Thomas J. Watson Jr.: "Reorganization"
  • Michael D. Eisner: "Managing a Creative Organization"
    • ©1998 by Peter Krass (P)2000 by Penton Overseas, Inc. Published by Penton Overseas, Inc. and Audio Scholar, Inc.
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    This book is quite dated now but it does cover the basics quiet adequately. much of what is covered is just common sense however there are a few pearls of wisdom that people will take away from this book.

    it's it covers the basics well

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    It gives us a little bit insight of the people who done success in the past..

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    Management styles have evolved significantly over the past 20 years. While this book may have been relevant at the time of its publication, some of its ideas may not align with contemporary best practices. This is simply my observation.

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