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Author Phillips, Donald T. (Donald Thomas), 1952-

Title Lincoln on leadership : executive strategies for tough times / Donald T. Phillips.

Publication Info. New York : Warner Books, [1993]
©1993

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 Burlington Public Library - Adult Department  973.7 PHI    Check Shelf
Edition First paperback edition.
Description xvi, 188 pages : illustrations ; 22 cm
Bibliography Includes bibliographical references (pages 182-184) and index.
Contents Preface -- Introduction -- pt. 1. People -- 1. Get out of the office and circulate among the troops -- 2. Build strong alliances -- 3. Persuade rather than coerce -- pt. 2. Character -- 4. Honest and integrity are the best policies -- 5. Never act out of vengeance or spite -- 6. Have the courage to handle unjust criticism -- 7. Be a master of paradox -- pt. 3. Endeavor -- 8. Exercise a strong hand - be decisive -- 9. Lead by being led -- 10. Set goals and be results-oriented -- 11. Keep searching until you find your "Grant" -- 12. Encourage innovation -- pt. 4. Communication -- 13. Master the art of public speaking -- 14. Influence people through conversation and storytelling -- 15. Preach a vision and continually reaffirm it -- Epilogue -- Notes -- Bibliography -- Index.
Subject Lincoln, Abraham, 1809-1865 -- Views on political leadership.
Political leadership -- United States.
Lincoln, Abraham, 1809-1865.
Leadership.
ISBN 0446394599 paperback
9780446394598 paperback
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