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The Uncommon Leader

by Clay Sherman

4h 15m
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What separates exceptional leaders from the rest? Dr. Clay Sherman — founder of Management House, a consulting firm with hundreds of Fortune 500 clients — reveals the proven strategies and mindsets that define uncommon leaders in every field.

Drawing on real-world case studies and historical examples from Abraham Lincoln, Admiral Halsey, Andrew Carnegie, and Sony founder Akio Morita, this program provides a masterclass in leadership and managerial effectiveness across eight major competency domains.

You'll discover the five major characteristics common to uncommon leaders, the seven core functions of effective management, and the six critical success factors for building a winning team — all delivered by one of America's most respected management authorities.

What You'll Learn

• The five major characteristics common to uncommon leaders
• Seven core functions of effective management
• Proven delegation techniques and how to get results through others
• How to make sound decisions by evaluating multiple alternatives
• How to gain support, sell ideas, and leverage organizational power
• Six critical success factors for building a high-performing team

About the Author

Dr. Clay Sherman is the founder of Management House, a consulting organization whose client list spans hundreds of Fortune 500 companies and leading emerging organizations. A renowned leadership development expert, he has dedicated his career to identifying and teaching the practices that create uncommon leadership in business and life.

Program Details

Digital audio download. Running time: approximately 4 hours, 15 minutes. Includes a downloadable reference guide. Originally released as a 6-cassette audio program. Published by Nightingale-Conant.

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