The leadership mystique : an owner's manual for the human enterprise

"This is a book that any senior executive will find enlightening, as it peels back the layers of self-deception to reveal how our hidden personalities, largely hard-wired since early childhood, affect the way we lead and manage others." Carol Kennedy, Director magazine   "This book is a real gem. The author writes with flair and precision.... I recommend this book very highly. It is clear, timely and accessible. De Vries is a master of the elusive topic of leadership. For the busy manager and consultant, it is a valuable balance to a growing library that merely idealizes and idolizes leadership." HR Monthly, Australia   "Your business can have all the advantages in the world; strong financial resources, enviable market position, and state-of-the-art technology, but if leadership fails, all of these advantages melt away." Manfred Kets de Vries   What makes a great leader? Have you got what it takes? And how can you improve your leadership skills to get the most out of yourself, the people you manage and your business? In this new edition of The Leadership Mystique, acclaimed management guru Manfred Kets de Vries answers these questions and more in his inimitable and engaging style, backed up by years of experience in consulting, leadership and clinical psychology.