The Crucible's Gift: 5 Lessons from Authentic Leaders Who Thrive in Adversity - Softcover

Kelley, Dr. James B.

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ISBN 10: 0999891510 ISBN 13: 9780999891513

Verlag: Brave Endurance LLC, 2018

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Páginas: 198 Géneros: 12:KJMB:Management: leadership & motivation 12:KJK:International business Sinopsis: The majority of us will spend our working lives being not our best self, but rather a lesser version of our self, often creating a public faç,ade that does not match who we are behind closed doors. And thus, we slowly die by a thousand paper cuts.In an era of inauthentic leaders, the stakes could not be higher for embracing a better version of yourself that propels you and your team to success. In a social media world there is an abundance of false narratives about happiness and authenticity, it is easy to get lost on your journey. Authentic leadership expert Dr. James Kelley shows that the key to personal and professional growth lies in how we respond effectively to adversity. In fact, what causes us and our organizations the most fear can be our greatest gift, creating a positive meaning out of challenges.A test or trial&mdash,your individual crucible&mdash,gives you the potential to increase self-awareness, develop deeper compassion, live with more integrity and boost connection with colleagues. High-impact leaders thrive in adversity because of their crucibles, not in spite of them.The Crucible ,s Gift introduces you to lessons from over 140 diverse leaders who demonstrated the art of living more authentically. Combining these rich, raw and insightful stories with his knowledge of business and psychology&mdash,as well as his candid accounts of what he has learned from his personal crucibles&mdash,Kelley shows how to transform what holds you back into traits that will propel you forward, encouraging you to step fully into your life.The world demands leaders who can accomplish the impossible, delegate effectively and inspire their teams. The Crucible ,s Gift shows that, provided you ,re open to receiving it, today ,s worst situation may be tomorrow ,s biggest opportunity. No more

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“The Crucible’s Gift offers leaders insight into their deepest places that define them. Prepare for a remarkable journey of self-discovery, guided by the stories of leaders who had the courage to go on record in this book and the insights of the author, James Kelley, whose own story made this book complete.”
—Dr. Marshall Goldsmith – The Thinkers 50 #1 Leadership Thinker in the World

“...The Crucible’s Gift, will guide you on a deep exploration of how to become an authentic leader—learning and growing from your crucible experience with increased self-awareness, integrity, compassion, and ability to relate to others. Following Kelley’s great wisdom will not only enable you to become a better leader but a better human being as well."
—Bill George, Senior Fellow at Harvard Business School, former Chair & CEO of Medtronic, and author of Discover Your True North

"We all face challenges. James Kelley's insightful new book shows us how we can leverage adversity to become better leaders—and humans—by embracing our true selves."
—Dorie Clark, author of Stand Out and Reinventing You, and adjunct professor, Duke University's Fuqua School of Business

“Everyone faces adversity and we all arrive at crucibles that dictate our next path. In this book, Dr. James Kelley highlights the 5 lessons we need to learn to succeed and how the “micro-moments” we encounter help us become better leaders."
—Jeffrey Hayzlett: Primetime TV & Podcast Host, Speaker, Author and Part-Time Cowboy

“James Kelley shows us that adversity is part of anything built well.”
—Bernie Swain, Founder, Washington Speakers Bureau

“We all face moments of truth in life. How we handle these crucible moments ultimately define who we are. The Crucible’s Gift is a powerful, insight-packed, must read. Dr. Kelley has given us the gift of an authentic look into what it really takes to design a legendary life.”
—Chris Lochhead, Legends & Losers Podcast Host, Co-Author of Play Bigger

“James Kelley brings characteristic enthusiasm and curiosity to this fascinating exploration of what helps leaders to succeed and thrive in today’s challenging environment.”
—Hal Movius, President, Movius Consulting

"James Kelley interviews 140 leaders from all walks of life...in a compelling and compassionate manner with a delightful and irreverent self-dialog. This is an inspiring piece of work. This will bring up your self awareness of your own qualities of leadership and give a clear focus on how to be a better version of yourself."
—Dennis Boyle Co-Founder of IDEO

"The impact of toxic leadership is well documented, yet organizations still fall victim to a lack of integrity and honesty at the top. The Crucible's Gift opens up an important conversation about the stuff authentic leaders are made of—and you will meet many in this book whose stories are benchmarks for all of us. Highly recommended.”
—Jon Berghoff, President, Flourishing Leadership Institute and Creator of the L.E.A.F. Certification

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Can you recall a time when adversity or a negative moment caused you personal or professional pain? How did this adversity moment transform your identity? Did you become more compassionate, live with more integrity or develop a deeper sense of self? This is the journey the The Crucible’s Gift, will guide you on.

If you love the work of Brené Brown, you will love what James Kelley, Ph.D. has to say in his inaugural book. James is a highly sought-after international speaker, interviewed over 140 executives from around the world to learn how leaders transform their leadership style after moments of adversity.
So, if you want to learn how to move your leadership style from it 'happened TO me' to it 'happened FOR me', then the The Crucible's Gift is for you!

Bill George, Senior Fellow at Harvard Business School, and author of Discover Your True North.

-James Kelley’s extraordinary book, The Crucible’s Gift, will guide you on a deep exploration of how to become an authentic leader – learning and growing from your crucible experience with increased self-awareness, integrity, compassion, and ability to relate to others. Following Kelley’s great wisdom will not only enable you to become a better leader but a better human being as well.

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• Verlag: Brave Endurance LLC
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2018
• ISBN 10: 0999891510
• ISBN 13: 9780999891513
• Einband: Tapa blanda
• Anzahl der Seiten: 198