This book is about broadening your defi nition of what constitutes effective leadership. As we interviewed senior executives and listened to their reactions to the lessons in the book, we frequently heard, “I wish I’d heard these earlier in my career.” We hope that this book can accelerate your leadership development by removing some of the serendipity that is often required to learn important life lessons. We also hope that you will gain a sense of freedom with respect to your role as a leader—an understanding that you are not trapped in your current leadership style. In fact, you have.
