
- 243 pages
- English
- PDF
- Available on iOS & Android
About this book
Master the skills to be recognized as a leader in any professional setting
In The Highflier Handbook, renowned executive coach and advisor, Allen N. Weiner, guides readers through the essential qualities and behaviors that distinguish outstanding performers in the workplace. The book addresses the common challenge of being overlooked for leadership roles despite competence and hard work. Through practical advice and insights drawn from nearly 50 years of experience and interviews with CEOs, Weiner provides a roadmap for professionals to enhance their communication, behavior, and overall presence to be seen as potential leaders.
The author offers invaluable strategies for standing out in crowded professional environments. You'll learn how to project composure, competence, and charisma, communicate effectively, and exhibit the non-verbal cues that signal leadership potential. The book is structured around interviews with top executives, providing real-world examples of how successful leaders behave and communicate. Each chapter covers a specific trait or skill essential for leadership, from maintaining composure under pressure to demonstrating strategic thinking and providing impactful feedback.
Inside the book:
- Learn key behaviors and communication techniques that signal leadership potential
- Discover practical tips from interviews with CEOs and industry leaders
- Understand the importance of non-verbal cues in conveying confidence and competence
- Gain insights into how to provide and receive feedback most effectively
The Highflier Handbook is an essential resource for professionals at all stages of their careers who aspire to leadership roles. Whether you're a new employee aiming to make a strong impression, a mid-level manager looking to advance, or an executive seeking to refine your leadership skills, this book provides the tools and insights needed to be recognized as a highflyer.
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Table of contents
- Cover
- Title Page
- Contents
- Foreword
- Preface (and aĀ Personal Note toĀ the Reader)
- Introduction
- Chapter 1 Incredibly Talented
- Chapter 2 Executive Presence
- Chapter 3 Your Strategic Mind
- Chapter 4 Character
- Chapter 5 Composure Under Pressure
- Chapter 6 Listening
- Chapter 7 Personality
- Chapter 8 Unlimited Effort
- Chapter 9 Born or Made Leaders: āOrganicā or āPreservatives Addedā
- Chapter 10 Influence Skills Absolutely Necessary
- Chapter 11 For All Generations: Making Your Mark and Being aĀ Mentor
- References
- Acknowledgments
- About theĀ Author
- Index
- EULA