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Ray Croc once said, “The quality of a leader is reflected in the standards they set for themselves.” Often a leader is unable to lead until they learn to lead themselves in the right direction first. A sense of self will help a leader get a sense of others. That’s the goal author Shawn Abrams hopes to give future leaders in his novel, Leading in the First Person. Here’s the synopsis:
Leading in the First Person is a must read for those in leadership positions and those who would embrace it. The cover of this book holds the 5 Lead statements that leaders must concern themselves with on the way to success. Reading this book will allow you to:
• Recognize critical leadership mistakes and how to recover from them quickly
• Successfully lead your life instead of following it
• Build rather than just maintain relationships
• Shape your vision and influence others to follow it
• Review effective mentoring and coaching techniques
Leading is an act but leadership is a discipline! It’s hard work and sometimes unforgiving but very necessary.
What really stuck with me reading this book was the core concept of a leader isn’t telling someone what to do, but inspiring them and motivating them to do something. As a writer that’s the goal I set out every day with my stories, to inspire and motivate people to pick up a book, get lost in a story and see the overlying theme and message the novel implies. Shawn Abrams does an amazing job relaying this concept to his audience.
Using personal stories to relate to the subject, the author delves into everything from the power of secrets, overselling and respect vs courtesy. It shows future leaders and aspiring leaders how to not only separate themselves from the pack, but to lead others to be the best possible version of themselves. It’s written in a relatable way, while relaying key information that is crucial for future leaders everywhere.
Overall this was a brilliant, well written novel filled with critical details and great techniques leaders everywhere should have. It’s a novel of trust, honesty and the best way to motivate others and instill a sense of self in your leadership skills. If you haven’t yet be sure to pick up your copy Leading In The First Person by Shawn Abrams today!
Rating: 10/10
ABOUT THE BOOK AND THE AUTHOR
Leading In The First Person by Shawn Abrams
This book represents a movement of leaders who are not afraid to lead themselves first and others well!
This is Shawn’s first book. He has served his country, his community and now he wants to serve leaders the world over with this message: Lead In The First Person. He is passionate about leadership, relationships, business development and customer service.
Summary about book
Don’t live your day, lead your day!
Don’t follow your problems, lead them to resolution!
Don’t just parent your children, lead them!
Don’t find someone else to lead you, lead yourself!
Make your next goal to read and implement the findings of this book!
Leadership is a skill that not everyone has. But it is a skill that can be taught and learned and constantly improved upon, given the right direction. Good leadership can save companies and relationships.
Learn the difference between managers and leaders.
In his book, Leading in the First Person, Shawn Abrams uses the experiences he has gathered through several years of army service, working in corporate America and through non-profit work as well, to show you what it means to lead!
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