From the creators of The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, this guide elucidates the synergy between high expectations and trust-building as catalysts for remarkable outcomes without burnout.
By Patrick Leddin, PhD | Jennifer Colosimo | Victoria Roos Olsson | Doug Faber
Align purpose with performance to clarify importance
Communicate as a coach to foster ownership
Delegate to enhance capacity, not reliance
Use feedback for continuous growth
Manage energy as a renewable asset
Transform one-on-one meetings into tools for trust and accountability
Patrick Leddin is a New York Times bestselling author, former U.S. Army Airborne Ranger, professor at Vanderbilt University, entrepreneur, and FranklinCovey Senior Consultant who helps leaders turn uncertainty into momentum.
Jennifer Colosimo is a bestselling author, former global executive, and FranklinCovey Senior Consultant who helps organizations turn leadership principles into lasting impact.
Victoria Roos Olsson is a bestselling author, international leadership expert, and FranklinCovey Senior Consultant with three decades of global experience who helps leaders build teams that get remarkable results without burning out.
Doug Faber is a former CEO, entrepreneur, executive coach, and FranklinCovey Principal of Executive Performance who helps senior leaders build trust, align culture, and deliver results.
A recent Harvard Business Review study of more than 17,000 leaders found that most people begin supervising others at age 30 but don’t receive formal leadership training until their forties. That’s a decade of missed opportunity.
Patrick Leddin, an Army Airborne Ranger-qualified officer, KPMG consultant, and Vanderbilt University professor, has trained thousands of leaders across six continents. In The Five-Week Leadership Challenge, he gives you a practical, day-by-day system to build standout leadership skills fast. No theory. No fluff. Just 35 daily challenges designed to help you grow into the leader you were meant to be.
Whether you’re stepping into your first leadership role or looking to sharpen what you’ve built over years, this book meets you where you are and moves you forward.
“Far too many leaders fail to find meaning and happiness in their lives and work because they don’t tackle the tough questions about their motivations, strengths, and purpose. This book offers a step-by-step guide for you to work on yourself and the impact you want to make.”
— Karen Dillon
Former Editor, Harvard Business Review; NYT bestselling co-author of How Will You Measure Your Life?
“Having spent a lifetime working with the best leaders in the world, I’m convinced that the lessons in The Five-Week Leadership Challenge can help you achieve positive, lasting change in your life.”
— Marshall Goldsmith
NYT #1 bestselling author of Triggers, Mojo, and What Got You Here Won’t Get You There
“I hope every leader reads it and follows its advice.”
— Patrick Lencioni
CEO of The Table Group; bestselling author of The Five Dysfunctions of a Team
“The Five-Week Leadership Challenge isn’t just a leadership book. It’s a self-development workshop, great for both new and experienced leaders.”
— Dorie Clark
Author of Reinventing You — Faculty, Duke University’s Fuqua School of Business
Patrick Leddin is a leadership expert, global speaker, and Associate Professor at Vanderbilt University. Patrick Leddin is a former U.S. Army airborne infantry officer, a graduate of Ranger School, and a veteran of the 82nd Airborne Division. He has since founded two successful companies and trained thousands of leaders worldwide across the United States, Asia, Europe, and beyond.
When you expect a lot and care a lot, extraordinary things happen.
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