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The following articles are excerpts from the Lessons Learned series published by the Press. Lessons Learned are books that showcase the trusted voices of the world’s most experienced leaders. Organized thematically according to the topics at the top of managers’ agendas -- leadership, change management, entrepreneurship, innovation, and strategy, to name a few -- each book draws from Fifty Lessons’ extensive video library of interviews with CEOs and other thought leaders.
Current Content:
Be a Servant Leader
William Pollard, Chairman Emeritus of ServiceMaster outlines the role of the servant leader to deliver continuous improvement.
Strategy Doesn't Compensate for Poor Execution
Ivan Seidenberg of Verizon looks at the dynamic role that strategy plays in creating a long-term business advantage.
Tough Conversations
Stephen Dando of Reuters offers his insights into the art of conversation and how to turn around difficult discussions.