This book presents a model of the leadership process that identifies which factors create an effective leader at different points in the organisation's lifecycle and which forces act as moderators to that effectiveness. The dimension of how the dynamics of leadership play out over time is what distinguishes this work from previous books on leadership.
As one who works with creating leadership and structure in the non-profit world, this book was absolutely fantastic. While many have spent pages devoted to the lifecycle of an organization or a product, this book focuses on the kind of leader needed to bring an organization from one stage to another. Not all leaders are created with the same giftedness, and Dr. Ward uses excellent examples thorough research to help you evaluate your company, organization, or ministry.