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The Five Temptations of a CEO
- A Leadership Fable
- Narrated by: Patrick Lencioni
- Length: 1 hr and 30 mins
- Categories: Business & Careers, Business Development & Entrepreneurship
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Summary
Young, ambitious, and overwhelmed, Andrew O'Brien personifies a part of every leader as he wanders in search of the elusive silver bullet that will propel him to success. He happens upon an unlikely guide who distills the seemingly infinite list of leadership perils into the five temptations of a CEO. In an intense and often combative exchange, the two debate fundamental issues faced by all leaders, issues involving personal integrity and effectiveness in the ongoing struggle for success. While some of these topics have been bandied about in the leadership literature for years, here they actually begin to make sense.
Refreshingly original and utterly compelling, Andrew's story will serve as a timeless and potent reminder that success as a leader can come down to practicing a few simple behaviors, behaviors that are painfully difficult for each of us to master.
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- Abhi Singh
- 12-09-18
Trash!
If this book was written for a 10 year old, fine. But if it was written for a an exec to avoid pitfalls in the initial days, it’s pathetic in its approach and content. The author oversimplifies the context and issues and provides no real world advise or direction. Defo 1 star. Waste of your money.
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- K.M.Tombs
- 30-08-18
Easy to listen. Many great takeaways.
I believe the vast majority of CEO have the best intentions of the business at heart. This book helps clarify areas where you need to adjust.
what did I learn - Your colleagues are just like you, they are all human. They have strengths and weaknesses and honesty amungst you all for the benefit of the business will make you all more successful.
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- Mark K
- 23-03-15
Simple, clear, and lasting
What made the experience of listening to The Five Temptations of a CEO the most enjoyable?
this book is a lesson in the form of a story. It is a quick read, and contains countless "aha!" moments. I would highly recommend to anyone in managment or interested in forming a lasting business.
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- jesper
- 18-02-15
Simple and to the point
Why waste days derivering a message when it can be done in hours!
This book is beautifully simple and well told
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- Mamdouh
- 05-10-10
One of the lighter reads
Most of this book is narrated in a form of a story and a dialog between two people making it more entertaining and lighter listen while delivering some really good point.
Definitely Recommend
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- ashley
- 09-05-16
what a great book.
I love this book very informative I love how the narrator went about telling the story great great great book it's a must -read
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- Kerry
- 15-02-15
Psueng2002
Good book with some practical advice that can be implemented quickly and easily! It's a quick read done in a fable type style.
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- Anonymous User
- 12-07-20
Great insight not just for CEO's but managers .
There's nothing better than to face your demonds head-on. I am facing a great project and this short book shed a lot of clarity on the path to follow.
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- Gary L Rau
- 05-01-20
Not just for CEOs
A business fable highlighting five traps to avoid when gaining responsibility over others in any endeavor.
Strongly recommended for anyone desiring to grow personal influence - in particular for those early in their career development (but it's never to late!).
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- Jamie
- 07-04-16
So helpful
This was incredibly helpful, I learned so much about myself and my husband. I saw so much of myself and my husband in the 5 temptations. Worth the read.
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- Jeffrey Nelsen
- 01-07-15
Reminder needed
Have found Lencioni's fables and insights always helpful reminders as a leader myself. I have read this book before but wanted to read it again because I know I am always susceptible to these 5 temptations.
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- David Harbour
- 29-05-15
Every leader should read this book.
Easy listen with a great story line.
An essential book for every leader to read.
Good narrator.
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