It Worked for Me: In Life and Leadership [B0653]

2012 HCDJ 1st edition in nice clean condition. One of America's most admired public figures reveals the principles that have shaped his life and career, and sets forth a thoughtful, brilliant, and original blueprint for leadership. It Worked for Me is filled with vivid experiences and lessons learned that have shaped the legendary public service career of the four-star general and former Secretary of State Colin Powell. At its heart are Powell's "Thirteen Rules"-such as "Get mad, then get over it" and "Share credit"-which are illustrated by revealing personal stories that introduce and expand upon his principles for effective leadership: conviction, hard work, and, above all, respect for others. He offers warm and engaging parables with wise advice on succeeding in the workplace and beyond. Powell combines the insights he has gained serving in the top ranks of the military and in four presidential administrations with the lessons he's learned from his immigrant-family upbringing in the Bronx, his training in the ROTC, and his growth as an Army officer. The result is a powerful portrait of a leader who is reflective, self-effacing, and grateful for the contributions of everyone he works with.

From recent Amazon/GoodReads reviews: "A great book about leadership and responsibility told by one of America's true heroes."; "This is not a full memoir, but rather lessons of leadership told through his interesting stories and anecdotes. His stories are aspirational, led by values and putting people first. I loved it, learned from it and hope to be half as good of a leader as him."; "Amazing personal treatise on and for leadership. Definitely will be a mainstay of my bookshelf and will re-read often. One can read this as a chapter a day and not in order and still walk away with knowledgeable tools in their leadership toolbox."; "I learned a lot of information about Colin Powell. I was oblivious to that, which created a greater sense of respect and understanding. I loved the 13 rules. They were simple yet meaningful and applicable to personal and professional life. Example: "Good judgment comes from experience, and experience comes from bad judgment." The book puts in perspective the ability to make mistakes and move past them for the better."