George Washington’s leadership lessons: what the father of our country can teach us about effective leadership and character

James Rees, Stephen Spignesi0470088877, 9780470088876, 9780470118641

From James Rees, Executive Director of Mount Vernon, comes anenlightening guide to the leadership wisdom of America’s first great leader. George Washington was more than just an inspiring battlefield commander; he was critical to the founding and success of the United States ofAmerica. His leadership, his vision, and his courage united a war-torncountry and set the United States on the path to greatness. Washington’s historic contribution to this nation — his leadership and his character — are as relevant and valuable today as they have ever been.This book reveals Washington’s character, his leadership, his vision, and most surprising of all, his business skills and acumen. Most people aren’t awarethat Washington, while all of the above, was also a successful businessman and visionary entrepreneur.Exhibiting qualities sorely lacking in so many of our political and business leaders today, Washington remained steadfastly honest and ethical,following guiding principles that would benefit leaders around the world. George Washington’s Leadership Lessons reveals a man of true character,worthy of emulation not just in the realm of politics and war, but in allleadership positions.

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Table of contents :
George Washington’s Leadership Lessons George Washington’s Leadership Lessons……Page 6
Contents……Page 10
Preface……Page 14
Acknowledgments……Page 20
Introduction: The Mark of a Leader……Page 24
Part I: Leadership Lessons……Page 30
Leadership Lesson 1: A Leader Has Vision……Page 32
Leadership Lesson 2: A Leader Is Honest……Page 40
Leadership Lesson 3: A Leader Has Ambition……Page 48
Leadership Lesson 4: A Leader is Courageous……Page 56
Leadership Lesson 5: A Leader Has Self-Control……Page 62
Leadership Lesson 6: A Leader Takes Personal Responsility……Page 68
Leadership Lesson 7: A Leader Is Determined……Page 76
Leadership Lesson 8: A Leader Has Strong Work Ethic……Page 82
Leadership Lesson 9: A Leader Uses Good Judgment……Page 88
Leadership Lesson 10: A Leader Learns from Mistakes……Page 98
Leadership Lesson 11: A Leader is Humble……Page 106
Leadership Lesson 12: A Leader Does the Research and Development……Page 114
Leadership Lesson 13: A Leader Values Presentation……Page 120
Leadership Lesson 14: A Leader Exceeds Expectations……Page 128
Leadership Lesson 15: A Leader Has Heartfelt Faith……Page 132
Part II: The Rules of Civility……Page 140
The Rules of Civility……Page 144
Part III: George Washington, Entrepreneur……Page 174
Notes……Page 212
Selected Bibliography……Page 224
Resources……Page 228
About the Authors……Page 230
Index……Page 232