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ULTMATE LEADERSHIP by John Connor
This book is a well-researched study of the problem of leadership in global quoted companies. 160 international business leaders were asked how they added value to their companies and their answers form the main part of this book. Both managers and companies are analysed in order to show hew they cope with difficult issues. A useful book for all senior managers.
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TWENTIETH CENTURY LEADERS by Maximilian Lander
100 well-known US business leaders through this century are described in this book, which analyses how their fortunes were made and sometimes lost. The background, business career, character and personal life of each individual are outlined, creating an impressive collection of biographies and an excellent refererce work.
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MY YEARS WITH BAIZE ENGINEERING by James Salinas
Salinas outlines the key qualities of good management in this autobiography. He believes that decisions should be based on fact, not opinions; that people's strengths should be exploited; and that disagreement is sometimes necessary. But the main point he makes in that leadership means performing well at all times and setting a good example.
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LEADING ON edited by Frances Peake
In this collection of essays, top business leaders predict how businesses will change over the next few years. They analyse changes in business and society and their effects on job markets, as well as taking a look at possible strengths and weaknesses of leading economies and their currencies. This collection outlines a vision of tomorrow's business world and the type of leaders that will be required.