Shades of Leadership

SHADES OF LEADERSHIP by Thomas Smith has been honored the Award-Winning Finalist in the Business: Careers category for the 2013 USA Best Book Awards! SHADES OF LEADERSHIP is a collection of provocative essays that are relevant for today's leaders. Written with the intention for leaders to help leaders, this book takes an unorthodox look at leadership. Inside perspective and practical tips are delivered and are meaningful to those interested in being better leaders. This book is an inspiring book that will help business owners, students, and community leaders in life and business. This book is especially relevant to those working with community groups, non-profits, and to improve individual skills and knowledge. This book provides useful information about critical leadership skills especially important for career development. The book is designed to help build confidence and enhance successful life skills. Everyone has the opportunity to be leaders each and every day. This book helps to understand leadership and our ability to become better leaders. This book helps leaders to be able to envision the future and to convince others that they have the ability and vision worth following. This book discusses many different ideas about leadership including teamwork, authenticity, collaboration, and character. The book includes topics such as arrogance and leadership, dealing with liars, and what makes an effective leader.