Strengths Based Leadership: Great Leaders, Teams, and Why People Follow
Product ID: 84259738
From the author of the long-running # 1 bestseller StrengthsFinder 2.0 comes a landmark study of great leaders, teams, and the reasons why people follow. Nearly a decade ago, Gallup unveiled the results of a landmark 30-year research project that ignited a global conversation on the topic of strengths. More than 3 million people have since taken Gallup's StrengthsFinder assessment, which forms the core of several books on this topic, including the #1 international bestseller StrengthsFinder 2.0 . In recent years, while continuing to learn more about strengths, Gallup scientists have also been examining decades of data on the topic of leadership. They studied more than 1 million work teams, conducted more than 20,000 in-depth interviews with leaders, and even interviewed more than 10,000 followers around the world to ask exactly why they followed the most important leader in their life. In Strengths Based Leadership , #1 New York Times bestselling author Tom Rath and renowned leadership consultant Barry Conchie reveal the results of this research. Based on their discoveries, the book identifies three keys to being a more effective leader: knowing your strengths and investing in others' strengths, getting people with the right strengths on your team, and understanding and meeting the four basic needs of those who look to you for leadership. As you read Strengths Based Leadership , you'll hear firsthand accounts from some of the most successful organizational leaders in recent history, from the founder of Teach For America to the president of The Ritz-Carlton, as they discuss how their unique strengths have driven their success. Filled with novel research and actionable ideas, Strengths Based Leadership will give you a new road map for leading people toward a better future. Review: A Leadership Awakening - Awesome Book, its transformative and deeply empowering book that completely reshapes the way you understand leadership. Review: Excellent book - Excellent book. Value for money. Each and every statements in this book makes absolute sense. Pls go for it. Good one
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| Customer Reviews | 4.4 out of 5 stars 2,661 Reviews |
N**A
A Leadership Awakening
Awesome Book, its transformative and deeply empowering book that completely reshapes the way you understand leadership.
S**N
Excellent book
Excellent book. Value for money. Each and every statements in this book makes absolute sense. Pls go for it. Good one
P**R
Fantastic
Fantastic book which is really required to measure your strengths.....
D**A
Good self awareness book
A good book especially for those who want to be more self aware.. Entire philosophy is to build on your strengths and how to lead others basis their strengths.
K**P
Super and cost saving
Bought used book via seller SB center.. but its look lik new one.. really awasome. Packing and everything good
J**N
Value for money
U get a coupon for taking 1 test which is really awesome
R**A
good reference
I used it to prepare my lesson plans on leadership. Good book.
S**N
Another good book from Tom Roth
Crisp , clear & Effective
D**H
Tom Rath and Barry Conchie's 'Strengths Based Leadership' is a transformative book that offers profound insights into leadership and team dynamics. This book builds on the strengths-based approach popularized by Gallup, focusing on identifying and leveraging individuals' strengths to drive leadership success. What sets this book apart is its emphasis on the unique qualities that make great leaders, rather than trying to fix weaknesses. Rath and Conchie provide compelling research and real-world examples to illustrate how leaders can maximize their own strengths and those of their team members to achieve exceptional results. I found the concept of 'StrengthsFinder' particularly enlightening; it helps readers discover their top strengths and understand how to apply them effectively in leadership roles. The book is well-organized, with practical advice and actionable strategies that leaders can implement immediately. Whether you're a new leader looking to understand your leadership style or a seasoned executive seeking to enhance team performance, 'Strengths Based Leadership' offers valuable insights and tools to inspire and empower. I highly recommend this book to anyone interested in developing a strengths-based approach to leadership." This review highlights the book's strengths-based approach to leadership, practical insights backed by research, clarity in presentation, and its potential to transform leadership styles and team dynamics, making it essential reading for anyone in a leadership position or aspiring to lead effectively.
D**S
Excelente libro para todas aquellas personas que tienen a cargo personal o si son dueños de algún negocios, es en inglés y es muy técnico, así que aquellas personas que hablan español para que lo tomen en cuenta...
A**E
this book has outstanding theories and suggestions. reading it is very easy and intersting. appropiate for any natural business leader.
B**N
I am a great fan of this book and the Positive Psychology School of thought generally. This book helps create a corportate lexicon that allows people to accept and encourage others Strengths - allowing people to flourish and develop to reach their potentiol. I have found it a really helpful philosophy for my Senior Team.
L**M
Another great book from the author.
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