Too Many Bosses, Too Few Leaders

This account of how to be a true leader begins with the story of one of history's greatest leaders, Mohandas Gandhi. Sean Runnette's delivery of these passages, in particular, shows that he was a wise choice to narrate this work. He evokes both gentleness and strength as the text moves between discussions of leaders throughout history and business leaders in management positions of corporations today. Particularly sensitive in his delivery of the rhetorical questions at the start of the chapters, Runnette honors the author's intent to draw the listener in. Further, his variation of inflection and emphasis helps the listener to absorb the facts, quotes, and business jargon that build the author's case regarding the shared traits of great leaders and top-notch managers. M.R. (c) AudioFile 2011, Portland, Maine

Starred review from March 21, 2011
In a sea of leadership guides, this new offering rises to the top with its gripping insights that will inspire reflection and action in leaders and managers at all levels. Peshawaria has long trained executives at corporate powerhouses American Express, Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley, and Coca-Cola; here, he distills his own years of boardroom learning and observations into a practical framework for capturing the hearts and minds of individuals, teams, and companies. While grounded in bottom-line realities and objectives, Peshawaria introduces values-based methodologies that promise to galvanize even the most jaded executive. His conversations with renowned leaders are riveting; among others, he recounts exchanges with such inspirational CEOs as John Mack of Morgan Stanley, who shares his decision-making process during the financial meltdown, talks with Howard Schultz of Starbucks about his own journey of self-discovery, and introduces readers to lesser known but remarkable leaders like Kiran Bedi, who reformed India's notorious Tihar Jail by enabling prisoners to reshape their own environment and take control of their destinies. Peshawaria's book ought to become required reading for all business peopleâfrom students to executives.