An insightful and engaging story about the essence of leadership. Izzy Kroll, a brilliant eccentric teaches high school in a tough section of Chicago. The story unfolds as Izzy mentors his former student, Marcus, in the first lessons of leadership, helping him navigate through the real world of egos, agendas, and ethical dilemmas.
A call to action for all leaders, this book is a quick and powerful read that will motivate you to reflect on your intent and influence as a leader.
The book includes a self-assessment based on the five elements of the leadership test:
1. Fill Your Pack.
2. Sign Your Name.
3. Share the Stage.
4. Take the Oath.
5. Pour Your Cup.
"The book stopped me in my tracks. In a word, it's brilliant." Britt Berrett, CEO, Medical City Dallas Hospital.
"An instant classic." Glenda Shelby, VP of Diversity, Accor Hospitality.
"This book should be required reading for anyone interested in leadership." LaVell Edwards, Hall of Fame Football Coach.
"Beautifully succinct and packs a life-changing punch." Sharlene Hawkes, Chief Marketing Officer, Story Rock, Miss America 1985.
"A high impact experience. Simple, elegant, and profound." Christopher Germann, Vice President, Gartner, Inc.
"Masterfully defines the fundamentals of leadership." James Larson, United Airlines.
"A wake up call for many leaders and a handbook for those of us preparing to move into positions of leadership." Benjamin Bloomfield, graduate student, University of Virginia.
"Dr. Clark's enlightening narrative will be extremely helpful to all students of leadership." Steve Holtom, former principal, Idaho Falls High School.
"Dr. Clark does a brilliant job of bringing us back to basics. This book will be required reading in my company." Wesley Bull, President, Sentinel Training & Logistics, LLC.
"This book stopped me in my tracks. In a word, it is brilliant."
Britt Berrett, CEO, Medical City Dallas Hospital
"An instant classic. Simple and easy to read, The Leadership Test is packed with golden nuggets. It provides a powerful approach for all leaders to examine their performance."
Glenda Shelby, Vice President of Diversity and Human Resources, Accor Hospitality
"In one sitting, I gained newfound clarity on how to be a better leader that I could immediately apply at work and at home. In fact, its message is so simple yet profound that it's perfect for my teenagers too. Brilliant, beautifully succinct, and packs a life-changing punch!"
Sharlene Hawkes, Chief Marketing Officer, Storyrock, Miss America 1985
"This book should be required reading for anyone interested in leadership."
LaVell Edwards, Hall of Fame Football Coach, Brigham Young University
