Leading From Within: Insights from a Lifelong Leadership Odyssey - Paperback

by Wayne Allen (Author)

What is leadership? More importantly, what is great leadership? How do you become a great leader? Leading from Within brings to life simple concepts you can adopt and adapt to become the leader, the person, businesses (and families) need.

This book tells the story of leadership developed through time and experiences: layoffs, promotions, military directives, acquisitions, divestitures, and simply resigning. Using his personal experience, the author incorporates real-life examples on how these concepts changed organizations, those around him, and the author himself.

After more than four decades living in the trenches, moving through the ranks and from business to business, this book highlights that you too can become the leader people want to follow. And he does it with heart and an easy-to-read style.

There are five themes that transcend the pages:

• Leaders are not born but are the result of their aggregate life experiences, both successes and failures. Learn from your experiences and incorporate those lessons into the leader you want to be.
• Leadership is a privilege. It is an opportunity to positively impact the lives of those who report to you, those around you, and those you serve - your sphere of influence. Take it seriously and make the most of it. It is your legacy.
• Great leaders are lifelong learners. Read, listen to podcasts, and share with others. If you get one or two things out of each book you read, an article, or a podcast, you will be better tomorrow than you are today. Adopt and adapt them into your leadership practice.
• The results we achieve are the results of WE, not ME! As a leader your job is one of unleashing the capabilities of others. Teach, mentor, develop, break down barriers and provide growth opportunities. Set expectations and provide timely feedback. Your team deserves nothing less than your best.
• Choose a life that Matters! At the end of the day, as a leader all you leave behind is your Legacy! What will people say about you when you are gone? Choose a life that matters. One of honesty, integrity, and trust.

Leadership is a journey, not a destination. Enjoy the odyssey!