Learning to Lead: How to Bring Out the Best in People

by Fred Smith

Despite the jokes about "too many chiefs and not enough Indians," genuine leadership is in short supply in most churches. "Leadership," according to Fred Smith, "is what enables any group to bridge the chasm between where they are and where they should be. Crossing the Red sea, passing through the desert, or facing any immediate difficulty, a group needs leadership to make progress." True leaders attract followers and bring out the best in them. This book offers fresh insight into what leadership demands and suggests practical ways to become a better leader--of yourself, of your co-workers, of your congregation. It is for those who recognize that leadership is important for any church to grow and penetrate the community.

Genres: Leadership, Christian

182 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1986

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Reviews

[Brent · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great inspiration for the Christian leader

[Jhcuatro · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great book. Still relevant for Christian leaders nearly 20 years later.

[Mark Roossinck · Rating 4 out of 5]

Practical advice from a sage leader.

[Rhett · Rating 3 out of 5]

It was a pretty good book and had some useful leadership information in it. It was a little more church oriented than I cared for, which is why I rated it at a 3 star. Take away 90% of the church stuff and I put this at a 4 star.