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Summary: Too many negative lessons
Review: Not a bad book (paperback edition), but not as good as I expect from Wess Roberts. Unlike his other books, ("Leadership Secrets of Attila the Hun" and "Victory Secrets of Attila the Hun") this one had a pervasive negative tone through use of many real-world "what-not-to-do" examples. This excessive negativity was de-motivating and made for heavy reading. Roberts' strength is his use, understanding, and insightful leadership perspectives of historical figures. I learned a great deal about the myth of Achilles. Unfortunately, Roberts focused too many of his examples on the nine flaws of Achilles (disloyalty, greed, hostility, betrayal, withdrawal, inflexibility, deceit, vengeance, and arrogance) vice the nine shields of immortality (commitment, selflessness, cooperation, integrity, rigor, flexibility, honesty, respect, and humility). I know there are many true stories of people in leadership positions who possess little to no true leadership qualities and lessons can be learned from them, but I prefer to read about true leaders who exemplify the true essence of leadership to learn what can be done. After reading his other two fine leadership books mentioned above, this book pales in comparison.
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Summary: Roberts does it again
Review: Using stories from our past, Roberts teaches us how to overcome moral weakness. Thanks.
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