Patton on Leadership : Strategic Lessons for Corporate Warfare

by Axelrod, Ph.D., Alan (Author)

• ISBN13: 9780735202979
• ISBN10: 0735202974
• Edition: Revised
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2001-09-01
• Publisher: Prentice Hall Press

Summary

Illustrated by Patton's decisive moves and distinctive style, executives and managers are presented with straightforward, practical lessons in dynamic, results-oriented management. Chapters cover how to develop a leadership attitude, communicate effectively, inspire others, and more. Photos.

Author Biography

Alan Axelrod Ph.D., noted for his history and biography titles, is the best-selling author of What Every American Should Know About American History. In additionion to his dozen titles in history and current affairs, he writes business communication books as Jack Griffin, Axelrod has united his two passions into a seamless work

Table of Contents

Foreword	xi
Introduction	xv
Preface	xxi
What He Did and Who He Was
Patton's Achievement and Background	1	(20)
``A Commander Will Command''
On the Dimensions of Leadership	21	(30)
``Always Attack. Never Surrender.''
On Developing a Winning Attitude	51	(24)
``How Do We Know That?''
On Fact Finding, Preparation, and Planning	75	(48)
``Speed---Simplicity---Boldness''
On Execution and Opportunity	123	(18)
``The Soldier Is the Army''
On Training, Mentoring, Motivating, Inspiring	141	(62)
``Letters of Instruction''
On Communication and Coordination	203	(28)
``Only One Direction---Forward''
On Creating Efficiency	231	(12)
``Success Is How High You Can Bounce When You Hit Bottom''
On Courage and Character	243	(18)
``Audacity''
On Managing the Impossible	261	(8)
Recommended Readings	269	(2)
Index	271