author: Rod Olson
name: Wayne
average rating: 4.00
book published: 2003
rating: 3
read at: 2014/04/12
date added: 2014/04/12
shelves: non-fiction-business
review:
'The Legacy Builder' by Rod Olson is a business book told in story form. The foundation of the book are what the author considers non-negotiable approaches to leadership. They are presented simply and the principles could be transformative if acted on to restore a life balance.
When former high school quarterback Lance Marshall is confronted by his wife about his life being out of balance, she presents him with an airline ticket to go visit his old coach and an ultimatum. Of course, Lance doesn't see things as so out of balance, but over the course of the book there is definite course correction that takes place. His approach to business is winner takes all, but this is taking a toll on his employees and his family. His old coach acts as a mentor and guide, and the lessons are taught by other former students of the coach. Most of the lessons are reinforced with physical objects that Lance can take with him.
Many of these business parable books can feel a bit contrived. There is a crisis and people intervening. During the lesson, there is usually another crisis at the midpoint to test the main character, but the story reinforces the lessons and makes it less dry to read. The addition of the objects given to Lance give this book even more of an mnemonic as a takeaway. The 5 lessons are thought provoking, easy to understand and very actionable. I enjoyed this a little more than similar type business books I've read.
I was given a review copy of this book by David C. Cook and Netgalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you for allowing me to review this book.
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