The Leadership Advantage June 11, 2008 How the Best Companies are Developing Their Talent to Pave the Way for Future Success (American Management Association, $27.95)
In The Leadership Advantage, the authors, Robert M Fulmer and Jared L. Bleak, contend that a company's success depends largely on its leadership training, and offer an incisive look into how certain companies execute top-notch training programs. Drawing on extensive research and case studies, Fulmer and Bleak examine the results of premier leadership development programs—including examples from Caterpillar, Cisco Systems, Pepsi Co, PricewaterhouseCoopers and Washington Group International.
Ultimately, the authors emphasize that a team of strong leaders will provide their organization with strategic cohesion. How does a company achieve this essential quality? Key discussion areas include the authors' emphasis on coordination between the CEO and human resource members, mentoring on the part of senior executives and the offering of incentives for individuals displaying excellent interpersonal skills.
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