Strengths Based Leadership
Great Leaders, Teams, and Why People Follow
Co-authored with Barry Conchie, this book shows that the best leaders don't try to be well-rounded — they build well-rounded teams by investing in individual strengths. Based on Gallup's research with 10,000+ followers.
What this book actually does
Strengths Based Leadership flips conventional wisdom about leadership. Instead of trying to be good at everything, great leaders build teams where everyone plays to their strengths.
Shows that the best leaders don't try to be well-rounded — they build well-rounded teams by investing in individual strengths.
Based on Gallup's research with 10,000+ followers, reveals the four things people need most from their leaders: trust, compassion, stability, and hope.
Goes beyond individual strengths to show how diverse talents create organizational advantage.
Features profiles of successful leaders and the specific strengths that drove their impact.
Transform your leadership
Learn how to build high-performing teams by developing the unique strengths of every team member.
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