Beyond Luck: Practical Steps to Navigate the Path from Manager to Leader
Beyond Luck is a book that will remain on my desk, not on a shelf. Every page offers practical advice for managers and leaders in tackling the challenges of their daily work. John Langhorne s thoughtful wisdom serves as the voice of an executive coach, helping anyone dedicated to being the best leader than can be for their organization and for their employees. --Gayle Roberts President, Stanley ConsultantsBeyond Luck is a must-have guide for entrepreneurs, managers and leaders who want their organization to thrive. The format is perfect for busy executives who need targeted solutions to challenging problems. Langhorne strikes a balance between theory and practice, with an approach that is research-based and has been fine-tuned over many years of working with people at small and mid-sized companies. The advice in this book is intuitively organized and incredibly useful. It s a book every manager and leader should keep close by. --Lynn Manternach, President & Co-owner, MindFire Communications Inc.Beyond Luck is one of the few business books out there that covers the full range of topics that an effective manager and leader must master. The author deftly fills the gap between theory and tactics in a way that promotes fundamental understanding without unnecessary theory or resorting to management gimmicks of questionable lasting value. Its unique format allows the reader to quickly zero in on areas of interest. This efficient format makes Beyond Luck the perfect resource for troubleshooting emergent problems or planning a program of self improvement. Most managers will quickly learn that this book is not one to be read and then added to the collection, but rather to be used and kept within arm's reach of one's desk. --Mark Post Chief Operating Officer, Carver Pump