The Unexpected Leader

Sometimes you are forced to lead without a title. Being an Unexpected Leader is about recognizing and filling a need when you are committed to achieving a goal!Rising to a position of leadership is both a choice and a journey. Not all great leaders seek leadership from the beginning, and not all who seek leadership are prepared for the demands involved<BR>The Unexpected Leader is an excellent resource for all types of leaders, from the new leader who is working to develop an effective leadership style, to the long-time leader who has grown complacent over the years-and everyone in between.<BR>This is a powerful parable that teaches you how to lead positively... from wherever you are. The men's basketball team from a small private high school finds itself struggling through a dreary season, when their coach is called away... Enter a wise and mysterious janitor, who not only accepts the reins of leadership for the team during that absence, but becomes a mentor to a talented young man named Matthew.<BR>The Unexpected Leader also addresses how to recover quickly when failure happens-and how to prevent mistakes from becoming obstacles to long-term success." - K. Vandever<BR>Written in the form of a short, engaging tale, The Unexpected Leader illustrates how different leadership styles affect a team, and how one can become a more effective leader by following a simple five-step process.<BR>