The Conviction to Lead (Unabridged, 5 Cds)

I have consumed a lot of material on leadership over the past few years. Some were philosophical, which provided excellent insight on the nature of leadership. Some were practical, exploring methodology and such. Others were introspective, focusing on the character, personality and attributes of the leader himself.\r\n\r\nMohler's "Conviction To L...Read MoreRead more about I have consumed a lot of material on

ead" is a monumental work. I had no idea who he was when I picked this one up, and reading his testimony, background and the work he has wrought to bring deep cultural change to an ailing institution was very inspiring. Albert deals with leadership as a consequence of deep, gut-wreching, all-in conviction. From this place of moral resolve is where we lead from, not purely from the accumulation of experience, talent and skill. I would recommend this book to anyone, including those entering into roles of influence and leadership, and those who have been in some leadership capacity for a time and need a refreshing perspective on what it's all about. Most challenging was the final chapter on retirement and how it's a broken, false and secular ideal. We never truly retire when we are leading with conviction. Even though formal titles may be passed on, true leaders never 'retire'. What hope for me in generations to come, and so empowering for those of age who may feel irrelevant and useless. Not so!\r\n\r\nPlease read this book. =) Read LessRead less about I have consumed a lot of material on