On Becoming A Leader Hardcover – January 21, 1989

The breakout classic that moved Leadership Theorist from the inaccurately presumed exclusivity of the Great Man and Trait Theories of leadership (leaders are born not made) to the exploration of the Transformational Leadership Theory. This also helped in moving theorist (researchers) towards increased scientific study of many other leadership and leadership emergence theories. Put it in your library, especially if you want to better understand one of the two most currently dynamic leadership theories (Transformational & Servant Leadership, and to a lesser extent Situational Leadership).

Warren is an excellent mentot

It clearly defines a manager vs. a leader and gives many examples that relates to how one makes decisions in life ...A great book!!

In the mid-1980s, Warren Bennis wrote this classic model for modern leadership based on personal growth, self-expression, learning and integrity, drawing from interviews with dozens of leaders. Most importantly, he found, leaders do not seek to lead. Instead, they seek to express themselves fully. They embrace risks and mistakes, learning from adversity. They reflect on all of their experiences. With these skills, they inspire others to follow them. They turn organizations into communities which find each member's highest potential. Bennis falls into the one mistake he accuses American managers of making: he takes a poll (of successful leaders) and then gets caught in short-term thinking to address its results. As a result, this pessimistic analysis of American business is dated today. In the 21st century's light, some of his examples - i.e. the late Robert Maxwell and Apple Computer's John Sculley - seem quite dubious. However, we from getAbstract appreciate Bennis' basic, inspiring philosophy of leadership and so will you. Read this if you want to lead - and be good at it.

Good read.

Good book