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 idealises and idolises 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 Organizations are like automobiles. They don't run themselves, except
downhill.