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MWSA Review
This book is a 52-week “course” in leadership using examples from the 250-year history of America, written by a retired U.S. Navy senior Petty Officer. It is “faith -based,” but the only real evidence of this is a Bible quote at the beginning of each chapter, appropriate to its theme.
The content is well illustrated, and workbook-type exercises are included in numerous chapters. The topics are relevant and insightful for any study of leadership. Complex ideas are explained, making this book a “primer” for someone new to the concept of individual leadership. Commendable is the tackling of some very “tough” leadership topics, like accepting responsibility for bad results, accepting criticism, and handling egos: yours and others.
While beneficial to a reader at any level of leadership experience, this book is also well suited for a homeschooling course for older students, scouting and other youth groups, and for individuals becoming first-tier supervisors, especially managing volunteers in an organization.
Review by Terry Lloyd
Author's Synopsis
Have you ever been told you will be a leader, but no one actually gave you the training? You may have reviewed different websites, watched podcasts or even consulted with other people on leadership. Your search is finally over. "The Art of Leadership" gives you the tools to deal with some of the most complex issues that leaders face on a daily basis. Some of those issues like: How to Have a Difficult Conversation; The Difference Between Manipulation and Leadership; Why Is Humility the Cornerstone in Leadership; and many, many more. If you are a leader now, or maybe you wish to be one in the future, this book is for you. If you are a stay-at-home mom or a successful business owner–here is something for everyone. The key is if you want personal and professional growth! This book will help you on your journey. Don’t take my word for it. This is what other people have said:
“This is the kind of work that belongs on the desks and bookshelves of those who lead—whether in uniform, in business, or in the community. It reminds us not just how to lead, but why we lead.” -Bobby Baker, Captain, U.S. Navy (Retired)
“'In The Art of Leadership,' David matches stories to core qualities of bravery, morality, intuition and faith. It is my honor to help bring to the American public these cherished values so skillfully designed in the course work.” -Cindy McGrew, Founder and CEO of Operation Second Chance, Inc. (illus. Masthof Press, 2026.)
Format(s) for review: Paper Only
Review genre: Nonfiction—How to/Business
Pages/Word count: 352 / 75,246