Lead By Example: 50 Ways Great Leaders Inspire Results

Baldoni, a noted leadership consultant and author, offers this book on the qualities that define great leaders such as decisiveness, authority, conviction, compassion and the ability to set the right example. The author notes that leaders are judged by what they do, not by what they say, and he provides practical tips and example for inspiring a following and achieving results. Written for individuals who need to assume or improve leadership skills, this book emphasizes such philosophies as putting the team first, acting the part of a leader and engaging opposition in a direct manner in order to diffuse tensions. Annotation c2009 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

John Baldoni is an internationally recognized leadership consultant, speaker, and author of seven books, including Great Communication Secrets of Great Leaders. In 2007, he was named one of the “30 Most Influential Leadership Gurus” by Leadership Gurus International. John’s leadership writings have appeared in BusinessWeek.com, FastCompany.com, and Harvard Business Publishing. He has been featured or quoted in many publications, including the New York Times, USA Today, the Chicago Tribune, and Investor’s Business Daily. Visit him at www.johnbaldoni.com.