The Soul of A Leader : Finding Your Path to Success and Fulfillment

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 leaders—including Tom and Kate Chappell, the founders of Tom's of Maine; Bob Glassman, co-chairman of Wainwright Bank & Trust; Desmond Tutu; and The Edge of rock band U2—and 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. "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 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.