Since that first publication, i have transferred to the school of leadership studies at regent university and have shifted the focus of my teaching to training leaders. I highly recommend reading lead for gods sake and you will not be disappointed. Leadership blog todd gongwer author of leadfor gods. Lead for gods sake book giveaway christian faith at work.
This book has some references to gods leading and purpose in our lives, but not enough to offend nonchristian readers. The book will draw you in from chapter one and leave you emotionally moved at the end. When i read it quickly and when i do a lot of underlining and highlighting. Aug 07, 2014 whatever you do, finish the book as many of the dangling story lines converge into an intriguing surprise ending. The introduction of this book, written as a parable similar to. This was actually a very good read because i know the author personally. How can we motivate the people to work harder for them and show leadership. For god s sake excessive passion and competitiveness whether in sports or in business has extreme negative consequences. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or. Jan 30, 2018 todd gongwer is the bestselling author of leadfor gods sake. Catch phrases worth remembering coach rocker continues to challenge his team to lead for gods sake only to realize it is he who needs to learn how to lead for gods. Catch phrases worth remembering coach rocker continues to challenge his team to lead for gods sake only to realize it is he who needs to learn how to lead for gods sake. A parable for finding the heart of leadership by todd gongwer available from rakuten kobo. Be a leader for god s sake from values to behaviors.
A parable for finding the heart of leadership by todd g. A captivating story that will help you find your purpose and leadership in life. From the ceo, the coach, the store manager, it doesnt matter, there are principles in this book that will help every leader to get ahead of the game and excel as a leader. Although hes one of the most successful high school basketball coaches in kentuckys history, steve rocker, for the first time. As a business leader i found its takeaways right on target. Feb 06, 2014 here is a great leadership book for everyone. This book is about a coach of a high school basketball team and a ceo of a fortune 500 hundred company finding themselves in the same boat. From the ceo, the coach, the store manager, it doesnt matter, there are. It has been credited with having a huge impact on coach meyers decision to come out of the broadcast booth and take over the reigns of the ohio state buckeyes. Todd gongwers thoughts on being your best in leadership, and what it means to live and lead from the foundation of your true purpose in this life. Keith is the head of the west virginia fellowship of christian athletes. John beckett, chairman, the beckett companies, author, loving mondays.
Jan 28, 2011 description todd gongwer speaks briefly on the heart behind what lead. Since that first publication, i have transferred to the school of leadership studies at regent university and have shifted the focus of my teaching to training leaders in all types of organizations rather than just training leaders in business. Lead for gods sake a parable for finding the heart of. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading lead. Steve rocker, one of the most successful high school. Oct 21, 2011 the book that i read for red dot was lead. The book has been called a game changer by national championship football coach urban meyer. This is a book i could not put down until i finished it. This book is a parable of a coach of a high school basketball team. My new focus on training organizational leaders, in america.
Lead for gods sake is a great little book that was given to me by keith tyler. Discover the answer to the most important question in leade. Ken blanchard new york times best selling author the one minute manager leadfor gods sake. Oct 24, 2011 an unforgettable story packed with profound truths, lead. An unforgettable story packed with profound truths, lead.
Todd gongwer is the bestselling author of leadfor gods sake. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. If youve heard me share the story behind the story of leadfor gods sake, you know this journey has been nothing short of amazing. If youve ever asked yourself why you do what you do, or w. Whether youre leading in business, sports, or simply in your own family, this inspiring story will guide you toward the firstand most importantstep in becoming the leader you were meant to be. Urban meyer steve rocker, one of the most successful high school basketball coaches in kentuckys history, is about to enter into the most. Whether youre leading a business, a team, or your own family, this book is the first and most important step to becoming the leader you were meant. Todd gongwer takes the reader on an inspirational fiction about where to find the heart of leadership.
Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read lead. Interestingly enough, my friend didnt give me any advice, he just gave me this book and said read it. For gods sake excessive passion and competitiveness whether in sports or in business has extreme negative consequences. It is that goodan engaging story you wont want to put down. Right after i read the book, i called todd and expressed my gratitude to him for writing such an amazing work on leadership and life. I highly recommend reading lead for god s sake and you will not be disappointed. Nov 29, 2011 in just two evenings at home, i finished the book.
Description todd gongwer speaks briefly on the heart behind what lead. Steve rocker, one of the most successful high school basketball coaches in kentuckys history, is about to enter into the most difficult season of. Lead for godsake is a book of profound life lessons. Lead for gods sake free pdf applied statistics for public and nonprofit administration pdf, todd gongwer lead for gods sake. The introduction of this book, written as a parable similar to patrick lencionis books, is written by urban meyer the coach of the national champion ohio state football team. When advice from a ceo friend of his fails to produce any. Thats why, at kardia transformation group our unique development experiences always work from the inside out, helping you build your culture on a foundation of leadership excellence that lasts.
He ended his basketball playing days at the university of charleston as their second all time leading scorer. Todd gongwer coach g is the coach of my aau team and when he asked me to play for him this summer i decided to ready his book and get a feel for what his messgae was. Whatever you do, finish the book as many of the dangling story lines converge into an intriguing surprise ending. Whether youre leading a business, a team, or your own family, this book is the first and most important step to becoming the leader you were.
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