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The Bible on Leadership: From Moses to Matthew—Management Lessons for Contemporary Leaders Kindle Edition

by Lorin Woolfe (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
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Millions have been inspired by the Bible’s spiritual lessons. Now, Lorin Woolfe provides a unique way to view the Bible: leadership lessons that can be applied to our modern business world. 

Consider David’s courage and innovation in slaying Goliath with just a stone and a sling; Moses’ outstanding "succession planning" in picking Joshua; Joseph and the political skills that brought him to the seat of power; and of course, Jesus’ compassion, communication skills, and vision that launched Christianity (a long-term success by any measure). Their achievements -- and their inspired methods of achievement -- offer a different perspective on business leadership.

For the dozens of Biblical stories presented, Bible on Leadership provides:

  • A concise retelling of each story
  • One (or more) leadership lessons suggested by each story
  • Examples of contemporary business leaders who exhibit some of the inspired traits of these ancient leaders, including: Fred Smith of FedEx, Howard Shultz of Starbucks, Roy Vagelos of Merck, and many more.

The chapters cover universal topics such as: courage; purpose; communication; honesty and integrity; power and influence; performance management; team building; humility; compassion; justice; encouragement and consequences; and wisdom.

Each topic concludes with a list of key points to keep in mind as readers continue on their own leadership journeys.

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    June 18, 2002
  6. Grade level
    12 and up
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Lorin Woolfe has built a sound and sturdy bridge between modern day business challenges and Biblical lessons. -- Laurie Beth Jones, Author of Jesus, CEO; The Path; and Jesus, Inc.

This is a surprising and thought-provoking book. To find a reason to lead and succeed, start with this book. -- BookPage July 2002

"Woolfe provides a unique way to view the Bible-a leadership tool to be applied to the modern corporate world". -- Christian Reading

"The Bible on Leadership" provides keen insights into management and stewardship from a timeless resource. -- Rabbi David Baron

"Woolfe provides a unique way to view the Bible- a leadership tool to be applied to the modern corporate world". -- Christian Retailing

Rich in revelations and immediate applications.. a book to enlighten and inspire anyone called to lead-regardless of their personal faith -- HIGH HOLIDAYS, 2002 edition

Lorin Woolfe boldly brings to life a key message: The Bible is the greatest leadership book for today's business leader. -- Larry S. Julian, Author of God is My CEO: Following God's Principles in a Bottom-Line World

About the Author

Lorin Woolfe (Somers, NY) is a specialist in leadership at the American Management Association, managing a portfolio of 25 leadership seminars given hundreds of times annually throughout the U.S.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B000SEW0FQ
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ AMACOM; Illustrated edition (June 18, 2002)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ June 18, 2002
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 1127 KB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 268 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars 77 ratings

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dave miller
5.0 out of 5 stars Great service; timeless information that will work for business success whether or not a Christian
Reviewed in the United States on February 25, 2014
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relates the lives and decision-making guidelines of biblical people to modern-day businesses and the success being experienced from application of business principles and guidelines from scripture. A strong resource for discovering the root cause of many business failures.
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4.0 out of 5 stars An excellent collection of leadership principles and examples of how to ...
Reviewed in the United States on February 1, 2017
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An excellent collection of leadership principles and examples of how to avoid ministry pitfalls. A must read for all those in leadership roles.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great read for today's leaders
Reviewed in the United States on April 15, 2014
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A great guide to leadership for any type of leader and for any organization or business. Success done the right way.
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Keith Graham
4.0 out of 5 stars I enjoyed the book tremendously
Reviewed in the United States on March 8, 2017
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I enjoyed the book tremendously. It did a great job of comparing the leaders of the Bible with modern day businesses.
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Reviewed in the United States on December 16, 2016
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this book is amazing.
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Roger E. Herman
5.0 out of 5 stars Surprisingly Well Done
Reviewed in the United States on May 11, 2003
I have titled my review "Surprisingly Well Done" because I frankly didn't expect the quality of reading I enjoyed in this book. I'll admit to being a bit jaundiced by one book after another comparing biblical characters and ancient historical figures like Attila the Hun to today's situations and leaders. But, if AMACOM, the publishing division of the American Management Association, is presenting this book, maybe there is some substance in these pages after all.
I opened the book with apprehension, half-expecting a Bible-thumping worship of religious heroes. Surprise! I was captivated right away by the almost conversational tone of the writing that pulled me in. The messages are much more "real," than pushy. The preachiness I feared did not materialize. Instead, lessons were shared on the fundamentals of leadership, with examples from Biblical characters and modern-day corporate and political leaders.
Woolfe is obviously quite conversant with the Bible, its stories, and its lessons. I am not, so I was frankly concerned that I wouldn't have the knowledge to relate to the book's teachings and message. I found that Woolfe described enough about each character and story that I understood. The people cited-Biblical and modern, are used as vehicles for Woolfe to make his points about ten attributes of leaders: honesty and integrity, purpose, kindness and compassion, humility, communication, performance management, team development, courage, justice and fairness, and leadership development.
As you read this book, expect to pause to reflect frequently. It will be a comfortable experience, rather than an unsettling challenge to your morals. Each chapter concludes with Biblical lessons on the theme of the chapter-not religious, Biblical. It's sort of a comparison of management literature from two different eras and not at all intimidating. A good set of reference notes and an index add value to the book.
Commentary: Understandably, this book addresses Judeo-Christian culture-both in its themes and it's content and treatment. It would be interesting to see a set of these books, with similar comparisons to perceived qualities of leaders and the religious literature of the culture that supports the written heritage.
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