Leadership does not typically develop naturally within organizations. The demands on leaders to deliver the expected success and growth are higher, yet they must still focus on leading people, which can be one of their greatest challenges. As leaders, we need to understand that we have choices about the leader we want to be, as long as we are willing to make them. We can choose to be leaders, step away from leadership, or become exceptional leaders.
The aim of Being an Exceptional Leader is to guide readers in understanding what it means to be a leader and what it takes to move beyond the leader they are now and toward becoming an exceptional leader. By applying the book’s knowledge, insights, and skills, readers can create a unique leadership path that helps them use the behaviors they value as leaders more often. To achieve this aim, the book is divided into three parts: