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Based on the findings in recently released archive papers and letters, as well as extensive library and historical resources, Alan Axelrod offers a compelling profile of the remarkable leadership discipline of a general often called a "military CEO." In fascinating detail, Axelrod reveals that Ike was more than a great military leader; he was also a great executive who could—and did—write a reassuring letter to the mother of a solider one moment and make decisions impacting millions of lives the next. <p>Follow Ike's path as Supreme Commander from the invasion of North Africa to victory in Europe and learn the lessons of great leadership along the way, including:</p> <ul> <li>The nature of leadership</li> <li>Managing detail without sacrificing the “big picture”</li> <li>Ensuring follow-through to execution</li> <li>Building a team</li> <li>Converting conflict into common cause</li> <li>Getting the facts and making plans</li> <li>Mentoring, motivating, and inspiring</li> </ul>