The Secret: What Great Leaders Know and Do

by Mark Miller, Kenneth H. Blanchard, Mark Miller

Book Overview

The authors of Great Leaders Grow use a fable to lay out what is the secret to great leadership in this internationally bestselling guide.

It's a question that everyone in a position of authority--whether in a multinational corporation or a local volunteer group--wonders sooner or later. Here Ken Blanchard, whose books on leadership have sold over twenty million copies, and Mark Miller, who worked his way up from line worker to...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1626561982
• ISBN13: 9781626561984
• Release Date: September 2014
• Publisher: Berrett-Koehler Publishers
• Length: 152 Pages
• Weight: 0.76 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 5.7" x 8.6"

Customer Reviews

A book of uncommon wisdom

I must admit that I don't usually purchase or enjoy very many "leadership" books, but this one is truly different. This book is written in a quick-read style and is very easy to understand. The principles are easy to remember and hard to apply, but have had a transformational impact on my life. I believe readers will find that if they have the guts and discipline to consistently think about ways to apply these principles, they will see a major shift in how people respond to them in their family life, business life, or church life. I have already shared my copy of the book with others, and they have each pointed out specific aspects of the book that they say completely changed their way of looking at the world.I think this book makes great gifts for people you work with or family members. Don't be surprised if some folks don't "get it"...it's the people that do "get it" that are going to find amazing ways to apply these principles and impact the lives of others!

Leadership

I recommend this book to anyone in a leadership position. I found the book to be an easy read, yet strong in content. I look forward to implementing the "SERVE" model at work and in everyday life. Thank you Mr. Blanchard and Mr. Miller for your insight into leadership.

You can be a leader

This book really inspired me. I always thought great leaders were born, not made. This book demonstrates that by following five enlightened principles, anyone can become a positive influence in the home, workplace, community or world, and thus become a leader. The Secret has changed the way I interact with others for the better.

Fast, helpful read

I found the book easy to read and adaptable for any leadership situation. The concepts were broad enough to use in any arena, yet specific enough that you know the goals you need to achieve. It was nice not needing a degree in business or management to understand the philosophy behind this book. Kudos to the authors!!

What you need to know about leadership!

Leadership is a topic that everyone talks about, but it is often hard to figure out how to be a great leader or teach others to be one. This book is wonderful in that it tells in simple language, in a story format, what anyone needs to do to be a great leader. I am going to give it to all the managers in my department.