Description In the wake of continuing corporate scandals there have been few, if any, CEOs that have stepped forward as models of "doing things right"--except the former chairman and CEO of Medtronic, Bill George.
George has been recognized as "Executive of the Year" by the Academy of Management, "Director of the Year" by the National Association o.
He is a board member of Goldman Sachs, Target, and Novartis and executive-in-residence at Yale.
About the Author Bill George is former chairman and CEO of Medtronic, the world\'s leading medical technology company.
Bill George helps readers answer vital questions such as: What should I do when my personal values conflict with company business values? How do I make trade-offs between the needs of my customers, my employees, and my company\'s shareholders? Do I really want to devote my talents to business? Authentic Leadership provides a tested guide for character-based leaders and all those who have a stake in the integrity and success of our corporations.
Authentic Leadership offers inspiring lessons to all who want to lead with heart and with compassion for those they serve.
He shows how to develop the five essential dimensions of Authentic leaders--purpose, values, heart, relationships, and self-discipline.
George candidly recounts many of the toughest challenges he encountered -- from ethical dilemmas and battles with the FDA to his own development as a leader. 1 billion to $460 billion, averaging 35% per year.
During George\'s twelve-year leadership at Medtronic, the company\'s market capitalization soared from $1.
He persuasively demonstrates that Authentic leaders of mission-driven companies will create far greater shareholder Value than financially oriented companies.
In Authentic Leadership Bill George makes the case that we do need new leaders, not just new laws, to bring us out of the current corporate crisis.
George has become the unofficial spokesperson for responsible leadership--in business, the media, and academia.
Description In the wake of continuing corporate scandals there have been few, if any, CEOs that have stepped forward as models of "doing things right"--except the former chairman and CEO of Medtronic, Bill George
