Patton on Leadership: Strategic Lessons for Corporate Warfare » (Reissue)

Winning leadership principles inspired by the military career of this complex, and effective World War II general.

Although often deemed abrasive and arrogant, General George S. Patton was a remarkable leader who trained and motivated his men to achieve astounding results. With an emphasis on mission, he transformed an utterly demoralized American force in North Africa into an army capable of defeating the Nazis' brilliant General Rommel. Storming across France into Germany at a breakneck pace, his unit conquered more enemy troops and liberated more civilians than any other in World War II.

Now Alan Axelrod, an accomplished writer in the areas of both military history and business management, applies Patton's proven leadership principles and competitive tactics to the corporate battlefield.

Executives and managers will learn straightforward, practical lessons in dynamic, results-oriented management. Illuminated by Patton's own words, chapters cover how to develop a leadership attitude and image, communicate effectively, establish clear priorities, inspire others, instill loyalty, build a team, coach and mentor, resolve conflict, and sustain optimum performance. And, as a man who regularly was required to overcome his failings or turn them to his advantage, Patton offers an example of excellence within reach of all of us.

Featuring an insert of World War II photographs, Patton on Leadership: Strategic Lessons for Corporate Warfare will inspire today's workplace leaders as it urges them on toward victory in their own companies.

Orange County Register

Patton's first rule of commanding is to act as if you are in charge, because you are. As the anecdotes and documented stories in the book reveal, Patton timed his words and actions to make it clear he was in charge. A four star-read.

Foreword

Introduction

Preface

1. What he did and who he was

Patton's achievement and background

2. "A Commander Will Command"

On the dimensions of leadership

3. "Always Attack. Never Surrender"

On developing a winning attitude

4. "How Do We Know That?"

On fact finding, preparation, and planning

5."Speed- Simplicity- Boldness"

On execution and opportunity

6. "The Soldier Is The Army"

On training, mentoring, motivating, inspiring

7. "Letters Of Instruction"

On communication and coordination

8. "Only One Direction- Forward"

On creating efficiency

9. "Success Is How High You Can Bounce When You

Hit Bottom"

On courage and character

10. "Audacity"

On managing the impossible

Recommended Readings

Index