The Enemies of Excellence : 7 Reasons Why We Sabotage Success

"A handbook that addresses the moral failures and corruption of political and corporate officials, this reference suggests that, regardless of how morally strong a leader, all face seven core risks, but by identifying and learning to recognize each risk, leaders can stop creating misery for themselves and the people who rely on them emotionally and financially and deliver the sustainable success people count on them for. Following the story of "Rob," this story begins with the demise of a fallen hero-revisiting the choices Rob made as he first took a leadership role and began growing in stature and power. At every step in Rob's ascent, the author demonstrates how each of the seven fatal risk factors build upon one another, creating an inevitable downward spiral. The author then offers practical ways to avoid Rob's fate with the marshalling of diagnostic tools, questions, and quizzes as well as big-picture solutions and practical tasks that aim to reinforce leadership abilities, retain confidence, and earn and keep the trust of others."-- Provided by publisher. Demonstrating the principle that soulfulness at work is a way of being and doing, this guide provides new perspectives on the qualities of leadership. Three main sections elaborate on the themes of choosing the path, staying on track, and persevering to the end. Drawing from interviews with outstanding leadersincluding Tom and Kate Chappell, the founders of Toms of Maine; Bob Glassman, co-chairman of Wainwright Bank & Trust; Desmond Tutu; and The Edge of rock band U2and supported with guided questions in each section, this book is an essential addition to the bookshelf of anyone who wants to lead with soul. In an environment where leaders are rewarded for their drive, decisiveness, productivity, and long work hours, the spiritual well-being of a leader may get short shrift, and harm can come to both the leader and the organization this individual serves. Challenging the assumptions that effective leaders must sell their souls, cut corners, cook the books, and let go of their vision, a new model of spiritual leadership is offered. Teachers, parents, committee chair leaders, and other individuals in organizations of any size are exhorted to aim higher and lead with soul in any sphere, large or small. Countless books tell you how to make only this one turns to the wisdom of the ages to illuminate for you the reasons you have money in the first place, and the role its meant to play in your life and in the lives of others. Here, American entrepreneur and philanthropist Frank Hanna introduces you to a lean, no-nonsense explanation of the meaning of your money, and a guide for dealing with it constructively. From a tradition rooted in ordinary virtue, common sense, and the pragmatism that allows societies to flourish, Hanna has skillfully drawn forth principles and criteria that will enable you to discover quickly and with * Why you, in particular, have money * What your money calls you to be, and why * How to determine how much money is enough * The three vocations of all those who have money (can you name even one of them?) * How to shield yourself and your loved ones from the dangers inherent in wealth (and even make your wealth a school of virtue!) * How --- if philanthropy is your calling --- to give wisely (and ten rules of thumb that should guide all donors) * much more to help you understand what your money means, and how to use it well. "In our result-oriented culture, it's not difficult to stay focused on your drive, productivity, and long work hours - these can lead to professional and economic rewards. But what happens when the day-to-day challenges of work life - the temptations to cut corners or let go of your vision - threaten your wellbeing and the health of the organization you lead?" "Whether you're an executive manager, teacher, committee chair, pastor, or parent, Margaret Benefiel's The Soul of a Leader gives you real-life stories and practical advice for navigating the path of soulful leadership and persevering through setbacks and success." "Drawing from interviews with outstanding leaders - including Tom and Kate Chappell, the founders of Tom's of Maine, Bob Glassman, co-chairman of Wainwright Bank & Trust, and The Edge of rock band U2 - and supported with helpful guided questions in each section, this book is an essential addition to the bookshelf of anyone who wants to lead with soul. Book jacket."--BOOK JACKET In Win The World Without Losing Your Soul, Dave Durand Brings Together His Experience And Research To Show How Thousands Of People Like You And Me Have Learned How To Thrive In Their Finances, Professional Lives, And Relationships Without Selling Out On Their Ideals. As Dave Proves, Keeping Their Ideals In Place Made Them Better Executives, More Energetic Teachers, And More Attractive Partners. Powering All These People Is Not A Different Code For Each Person But An Underlying Set Of Ethical Principles That Everyone Can Follow And Learn From. Dave Will Show You How To: Identify The Ethical Core Of Your Life, Establish Your Longterm Foundation, Avoid Short-term Self-gratification, Let Go Of A False Positive Attitude And Find Deeper Motivation, Get Your Emotions In Harmony With Your Thoughts, And More! Challenging the idea that morality is checked by the door at the workplace, this motivating guide uses 12 accessible lessons to help embrace both success and integrity in professional and personal life. Through practical philosophy and inspirational stories, Durand shows individual growth gained the right way is no longer an out of reach ideal. By focusing on success as a concept free of guilt and not measured with dollar signs, the workplace is revealed in a fresh, energetic light that is vastly different from what has come to dominate common thinking on this everyday subject. With this book's new outlook, thriving positively in life can be a natural obligation rather than a rare exception. "We all ask ourselves these questions, but the pressures of business and daily life seem always to keep us from finding sure answers. After years of living that way himself, wealthy entrepreneur Frank Hanna resolved simply to resize the time necessary to get good answers. Confident that these questions could be answered with as much certainty as questions of business strategy, Hanna directly tackled the problem of wealth and its obligations, and did so with the same rigor and he approaches business deals. He resolved to figure out--once and for all--just what it means for us to have money, and what we should be doing with it"--Book jacket flap Drawing on real-life stories and observations from his practice, Salciccioli, a leadership coach, outlines the seven self-defeating behaviors that leaders use to sabotage their own success. Includes practical questions, tools, and exercises for identifying self-sabotage, both personally and within an organization, and for effectively dealing with it Offers an understanding of the higher purpose and spiritual significance of money in human existence. This book provides insights from Aristotle, Cicero, St Thomas Aquinas, Ralph Waldo Emerson, Andrew Carnegie, and others that illuminate the purpose of wealth and the benefits of philanthropy to the giver, the receiver and the larger society. Leader's Soul -- Following The Heart -- Finding Partners -- Daring To Dream -- Keeping Mission At The Fore -- Practicing Gratitude -- Battling For The Soul -- Breaking The Cycle Of Violence -- Persevering To The End -- Finding Spiritual Guidance -- Soul Of A Leader. Margaret Benefiel.