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Lead on Purpose
Great leaders aren't born. They are made. They are built just as a great structure or machine is. Lead on Purpose: Tools for Effective Leadership introduces you to the tools of the trade that you need to craft yourself as an effective leader. By the end of this powerful book, you'll be ready to take up these tools and change the way you lead, changing every aspect of your life from your performance at work to how you interact in social situations and when volunteering in your community.
Interesting Storyline
Lead on Purpose: Tools for Effective Leadership consists of two parts that come together to unlock the secrets of molding and shaping oneself into a better leader. The first half uses an engaging allegory to introduce the concept of leadership styles in a way that is pleasurable to read and simple to understand. You'll quickly become immersed in the story and anxious to see how it unfolds all the while seeing vivid depictions of effective leadership styles that you can emulate as you work to remake yourself as an effective leader.
Practical, Real Life Tools
The second half of Lead on Purpose: Tools for Effective Leadership allows you to delve deeper into the leadership styles presented in the allegory. Through the use of tool-related metaphors, leadership coach Dan Blakeslee, makes concepts typically reserved for high-level MBA courses simple to understand. Questions are posed to help you think critically about the material and apply it to your own life, ensuring that you get the most out of the tools with which this engaging book will equip you.
Proven Principles
Even if you were not born a great leader, you can build yourself up with the right tools. Download the Kindle edition or purchase the book; Lead on Purpose: Tools for Effective Leadership today and begin to discover the tools to build an effective leadership style that will help you accomplish your goals in the workplace and beyond
Interesting Storyline
Lead on Purpose: Tools for Effective Leadership consists of two parts that come together to unlock the secrets of molding and shaping oneself into a better leader. The first half uses an engaging allegory to introduce the concept of leadership styles in a way that is pleasurable to read and simple to understand. You'll quickly become immersed in the story and anxious to see how it unfolds all the while seeing vivid depictions of effective leadership styles that you can emulate as you work to remake yourself as an effective leader.
Practical, Real Life Tools
The second half of Lead on Purpose: Tools for Effective Leadership allows you to delve deeper into the leadership styles presented in the allegory. Through the use of tool-related metaphors, leadership coach Dan Blakeslee, makes concepts typically reserved for high-level MBA courses simple to understand. Questions are posed to help you think critically about the material and apply it to your own life, ensuring that you get the most out of the tools with which this engaging book will equip you.
Proven Principles
Even if you were not born a great leader, you can build yourself up with the right tools. Download the Kindle edition or purchase the book; Lead on Purpose: Tools for Effective Leadership today and begin to discover the tools to build an effective leadership style that will help you accomplish your goals in the workplace and beyond
- GenresLeadership
150 pages, Paperback
First published January 1, 2014
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About the author
Daniel Blakeslee
14 books21 followersBlakeslee is an experienced leader and a trainer of leaders. He is a pastor, college professor, husband, father and grandfather. He lives with his wife, Michele, in Chesapeake, Virginia. He consults with non-profit organizations, churches and businesses to help them accomplish their mission - efficiently and effectively. He was born and raised in Indianapolis, Indiana.
After graduating from high school Blakeslee enlisted in the U.S. Navy. He volunteered for the Submarine Service. Daniel advanced to Chief Petty Officer and served on board three nuclear powered submarines as the Leading Engineering Laboratory Technician and an Engineering Watch Supervisor.
Before the start of Desert Storm, Blakeslee was assigned to the U. S. Navy's Leadership Development Program (NLDP) as an instructor. He taught hundreds of first time managers and mentored them as they transitioned from worker to leader. He was later joined the instructor school for the leadership program, where he was consistently singled out by officer and senior enlisted students as a premiere instructor and leader.
Blakeslee was awarded the Master Training Specialist for his work in the Leadership Instructor School. He developed curriculum for the pilot course for the Navy's Total Quality Management (TQM) Program, later called Total Quality Leadership (TQL). Blakeslee designed the curriculum and taught the pilot course before he deployed in support of Operation Desert Shield.
Blakeslee served as the Lead Pastor and Executive Pastor of three churches. He was the Director of Operations for the Baptist Bible Fellowship International and on the faculty and administration of Baptist Bible College and Graduate School. He is currently serving as the Administrative Pastor at the Point Harbor Community Church in Chesapeake, Virginia.
After graduating from high school Blakeslee enlisted in the U.S. Navy. He volunteered for the Submarine Service. Daniel advanced to Chief Petty Officer and served on board three nuclear powered submarines as the Leading Engineering Laboratory Technician and an Engineering Watch Supervisor.
Before the start of Desert Storm, Blakeslee was assigned to the U. S. Navy's Leadership Development Program (NLDP) as an instructor. He taught hundreds of first time managers and mentored them as they transitioned from worker to leader. He was later joined the instructor school for the leadership program, where he was consistently singled out by officer and senior enlisted students as a premiere instructor and leader.
Blakeslee was awarded the Master Training Specialist for his work in the Leadership Instructor School. He developed curriculum for the pilot course for the Navy's Total Quality Management (TQM) Program, later called Total Quality Leadership (TQL). Blakeslee designed the curriculum and taught the pilot course before he deployed in support of Operation Desert Shield.
Blakeslee served as the Lead Pastor and Executive Pastor of three churches. He was the Director of Operations for the Baptist Bible Fellowship International and on the faculty and administration of Baptist Bible College and Graduate School. He is currently serving as the Administrative Pastor at the Point Harbor Community Church in Chesapeake, Virginia.
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January 19, 2016
Totally a must-read.
If you knew the situation and circumstances that made me seek out this book then you'll understand how much you need the knowledge contained in this book on leadership. I have been comfortably being a good background motivator for years. I envied leadership positions and persons thinking that they were missing a thing or two in their leadership style. After like 4 years I was promoted into management and given a major section to handle. It was a happy-confusing event.
I had to seek all types of advice from people I can trust, I got a lot of support and recommendations. I followed these all. I must say I learnt a lot from those too. This kind of summarised all I should know and have known. It also pacified me and helped develop my confidence (which it will tell you is very important).
The allegory is priceless. I wish I read this book first, well better late than never. I like the strong and encouraging voice that Daniel uses throughout this book. Not only did he use a soft easy to understand language, he made the write up quite easy to visualize thus aiding comprehension.
This is a five-star bestseller meant for people with a passion for leading right. People who want to understand what their leaders pass through can also read this up. It is truly inspiring.
If you knew the situation and circumstances that made me seek out this book then you'll understand how much you need the knowledge contained in this book on leadership. I have been comfortably being a good background motivator for years. I envied leadership positions and persons thinking that they were missing a thing or two in their leadership style. After like 4 years I was promoted into management and given a major section to handle. It was a happy-confusing event.
I had to seek all types of advice from people I can trust, I got a lot of support and recommendations. I followed these all. I must say I learnt a lot from those too. This kind of summarised all I should know and have known. It also pacified me and helped develop my confidence (which it will tell you is very important).
The allegory is priceless. I wish I read this book first, well better late than never. I like the strong and encouraging voice that Daniel uses throughout this book. Not only did he use a soft easy to understand language, he made the write up quite easy to visualize thus aiding comprehension.
This is a five-star bestseller meant for people with a passion for leading right. People who want to understand what their leaders pass through can also read this up. It is truly inspiring.
February 12, 2015
"Lead on Purpose: Tools for Leadership" is the kind of leadership training book that helps you to define your leadership qualities, helps you to understand your purpose as a leader and allows you to fully immerse yourself in the entertaining tales that help you achieve greatness as a leader. Leadership development can be a tricky subject, skirting the line between common sense and innovative authority, but Daniel Blakeslee does this skillfully, drawing readers into his powerful words as a leadership speaker and as a man who is called to lead in a variety of ways. When I first started this book I was just looking for leader training, but I have to say that this book offered much more than that, delving deeper into the spiritual, practical and philosophic aspects of leadership training as well... providing a well rounded and highly educated look at leader modes that can be achieved. Overall, this was a worthy read that gave me the tools to achieve my own leadership development in a great way.
November 29, 2023
Lead on Purpose is an intriguing literary work that explores and delivers the sharp cuts of leaders and leadership qualities. The author has penned the fundamental and principal perspective of the role of leadership.
We follow a man named Christopher, who has joined in for a new job. After having a rushed bad first day, he goes around meeting new people around his office.
Throughout the narrative we learn the multifaceted functioning and insights of what is a leader and how leading is impactful. The discussion of the famous "Leader Code" confidently forms the core of the storyline. Establishing a route for leadership tools, this book is a powerhouse of knowledge. Learn about taking the lead, social interactions, upscaling your performance and being ready to take charge of your success, the extensive cultivation and explanations of six leadership styles and more such extraordinary factors. The Bible has also been discussed at a great length and to particularly know what topics, you will need to progress through it.
The more I talk about this book, the more I realise that it is best if a reader opens the book themselves and ventures into it with an open perspective and broadening horizon of learning. The most important and vital thought after reading this book is everyone should read this, cover to cover at least once. Trust me the insights you will gain are unbeatable.
I would highly recommend it.
We follow a man named Christopher, who has joined in for a new job. After having a rushed bad first day, he goes around meeting new people around his office.
Throughout the narrative we learn the multifaceted functioning and insights of what is a leader and how leading is impactful. The discussion of the famous "Leader Code" confidently forms the core of the storyline. Establishing a route for leadership tools, this book is a powerhouse of knowledge. Learn about taking the lead, social interactions, upscaling your performance and being ready to take charge of your success, the extensive cultivation and explanations of six leadership styles and more such extraordinary factors. The Bible has also been discussed at a great length and to particularly know what topics, you will need to progress through it.
The more I talk about this book, the more I realise that it is best if a reader opens the book themselves and ventures into it with an open perspective and broadening horizon of learning. The most important and vital thought after reading this book is everyone should read this, cover to cover at least once. Trust me the insights you will gain are unbeatable.
I would highly recommend it.
December 9, 2023
"📚 Lead on Purpose: Tools for Effective Leadership
by Daniel Blakeslee 📚
Rating:5/5
Review:
Embarking on a leadership journey? Look no further! Blakeslee's masterful work weaves a captivating narrative that not only educates but transforms. 🌟
🔍 Inside the Pages: The book unfolds in two parts, seamlessly blending an intriguing allegory with practical tools for leadership development. The allegory draws you in, making complex leadership styles accessible and enjoyable. The second part, a treasure trove of metaphors, demystifies high-level concepts, ensuring real-world applicability. 💡💼
🌈 Personal Exploration: The author's exploration of leadership principles is profound. It delves into the core of what defines a true leader, making you reflect on your own potential. 🌐 The journey of self-discovery within these pages is impactful and empowering.
💬 Reader's Reflection: A reader from a traditional upbringing shares a personal connection, breaking stereotypes about leadership. It's a testament to the book's universal relevance, emphasizing that anyone, regardless of background, can nurture leadership skills. 🌍
🚀 Beyond the Office: This isn't just a manual for workplace success; it's a guide to enhancing every facet of life. The reader's transformative notes and reflections reveal the book's profound impact on personal growth.
👩💼 Leadership Unveiled: The author ingeniously explores the 'Leader Code,' unraveling the intricacies of leadership. Discussions on the Bible add a rich layer, offering wisdom irrespective of religious beliefs. The holistic approach ensures a well-rounded understanding of leadership principles.
🌟 Conclusion: Lead on Purpose is more than a book; it's a mentor, guiding you toward effective leadership. If you seek not just knowledge but transformation, this is a must-read. 🌟
#LeadershipJourney #BookWorm #EmpowerYourself #LeadershipDevelopment #TransformationalRead 📖✨"
by Daniel Blakeslee 📚
Rating:5/5
Review:
Embarking on a leadership journey? Look no further! Blakeslee's masterful work weaves a captivating narrative that not only educates but transforms. 🌟
🔍 Inside the Pages: The book unfolds in two parts, seamlessly blending an intriguing allegory with practical tools for leadership development. The allegory draws you in, making complex leadership styles accessible and enjoyable. The second part, a treasure trove of metaphors, demystifies high-level concepts, ensuring real-world applicability. 💡💼
🌈 Personal Exploration: The author's exploration of leadership principles is profound. It delves into the core of what defines a true leader, making you reflect on your own potential. 🌐 The journey of self-discovery within these pages is impactful and empowering.
💬 Reader's Reflection: A reader from a traditional upbringing shares a personal connection, breaking stereotypes about leadership. It's a testament to the book's universal relevance, emphasizing that anyone, regardless of background, can nurture leadership skills. 🌍
🚀 Beyond the Office: This isn't just a manual for workplace success; it's a guide to enhancing every facet of life. The reader's transformative notes and reflections reveal the book's profound impact on personal growth.
👩💼 Leadership Unveiled: The author ingeniously explores the 'Leader Code,' unraveling the intricacies of leadership. Discussions on the Bible add a rich layer, offering wisdom irrespective of religious beliefs. The holistic approach ensures a well-rounded understanding of leadership principles.
🌟 Conclusion: Lead on Purpose is more than a book; it's a mentor, guiding you toward effective leadership. If you seek not just knowledge but transformation, this is a must-read. 🌟
#LeadershipJourney #BookWorm #EmpowerYourself #LeadershipDevelopment #TransformationalRead 📖✨"
June 28, 2024
Amazing book on leadership!
This book offers a refreshingly practical approach to leadership that is invaluable for anyone in ministry or business. It's a must-read for those seeking to enhance their leadership skills and make a meaningful impact. Highly recommended!
This book offers a refreshingly practical approach to leadership that is invaluable for anyone in ministry or business. It's a must-read for those seeking to enhance their leadership skills and make a meaningful impact. Highly recommended!
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