Wild Leadership: What Wild Animals Teach Us About Leadership

by Erna Walraven

This book delves into various types of leadership used by wild animals, with styles varying between species and to some degree between individuals. For each leadership style, one or more species demonstrating that style will be highlighted, including Autocratic (e.g. Gorilla), Laissez-faire (e.g. Lion), Democratic (e.g. Baboon), and Paternalistic/Maternalistic (e.g. Elephant). The book highlights what wild animals expect from their leader. In the wild, they will voluntarily follow a leader that they trust, which has their back at all times, and which always acts with the best interests of the group at heart. Wild Leadership identifies the characteristics of successful animal leaders and also how teamwork works in the animal world. Understanding the instincts displayed by other species allows us to manage our own behavior and relationships better, and can make us more effective leaders at home, in the workplace and in our communities.

272 pages, Hardcover

Published November 4, 2019

Reviews

[Tania · Rating 2 out of 5]

Honestly, I had very different expectations. While it was interesting to learn about the leadership style of different animals, I missed the connection and applicability in the business environment. Still I gave it 2 stars because it was an easy and pleasant read.