Confessions of a Civil Servant: Lessons in Changing America's Government and Military

Bob Stone

ISBN 10: 0742527646 / ISBN 13: 9780742527645

Published by Rowman & Littlefield Publishers, 2003

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193 pages. 9.25x6.25x0.75 inches. In Stock.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Confessions of a Civil Servant: Lessons in Changing America's Government and Military
• Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
• Publication Date: 2003
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0742527646
• ISBN 13: 9780742527645
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: Brand New
• Weight: 0.41 kilograms

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Synopsis

Confessions of a Civil Servant is filled with lessons on leading change in government and the military. Bob Stone based the book on thirty years as a revolutionary in government. It comes at a time when the events of 9-11 are sharpening America's demands for government that works at all levels.

The book tackles fourteen overarching themes in government, developed through entertaining stories of Stone's own experiences as a civil servant. Among the topics Stone covers are 'tackling a job when you haven't a clue,' 'organizing for the mission,' 'dealing with difficult bosses,' and 'getting past the barriers to change.' This book is a must-read for anyone in, or considering taking, a leadership position in government, the military, or any large organization, public or private.

About the Author

Bob Stone is a partner with the Public Strategies Group, a small consulting firm that advises governments around the world that seek to provide effective and efficient services to its citizens. During a 30-year career as a civil servant, Stone started a quality revolution at the Pentagon and later formed and led Al Gore's National Performance Review team at the White House.