More Praise for The Disciplined Leader
“I absolutely recommend this book to leaders in all fields. John Manning and MAP really zero in on the essentials of leadership. You will create and see fantastic results!”
—David Emmett, Senior Vice President, Conservation International
“Manning’s easy and concise fifty-two-lesson format will direct any leader to the Vital Few things that will make an enormous difference.”
—Roland Spongberg, President and CEO, WKS Restaurant Group
“Most companies have talented employees, but the successful ones are able to keep everyone focused on the same vision. That vision has to be reiterated by senior management regularly. John Manning has laid out how in a superb way.”
—Don Johnson, Vice Chairman, former President and CEO, and founder of American Business Bank
“As a CEO, ask yourself the following question: How effective is the transmission mechanism for your vision to employees? If you commit to the process in this book, you’ll soon see the strategic alignment you found so elusive is actually very obtainable.”
—Joseph Panebianco, President and CEO, AnnieMac Home Mortgage
“Whether you’re looking for tools that help manage accountability or need your leadership team to tackle tough business challenges, The Disciplined Leader can help you get better results faster!”
—Chris Hardeman, Vice President of Sales, Act-On Software
“Everything is important to owners and executives, but it takes a lot of discipline to put aside the less important things. The Disciplined Leader helps you concentrate on your Vital Few.”
—Jesus Cardenas Jr. and Jose Cardenas, Senior Vice Presidents, Cardenas Markets
“It’s all too easy to get lost in the onslaught of information and decisions that characterize a leader’s day. John Manning helps you cut through the noise and zero in on the things that are the most vital for you.”
—Lori Gangemi, CEO, AbilityFirst
“Being a great leader requires focus on the things that matter and the discipline to hold yourself accountable. In The Disciplined Leader, John Manning encourages leaders who want to lead their team to greatness and keeps them focused on the Vital Few—the most important things.”
—Craig S. Nelson, Chairman, Nelson Family of Companies
“The Disciplined Leader provides advice in fifty-two brief chapters that are crisp, clear, and actionable. This book is a must-read for young career-minded high performers as well as seasoned leaders looking for ways to fine-tune their game.”
—Tim Psomas, Chairman of the Board Emeritus, Psomas
“The Disciplined Leader gives the invaluable wisdom that comes from experience—it’s the go-to tool for a leader at any level.”
—Steve Distante, CEO, Vanderbilt Financial Group
“The Disciplined Leader will become a useful tool for your business, enabling you to identify and prioritize the vital factors that will allow you to manage and grow your business.”
—Robert Curry, CEO, Alamitos Enterprises (Jiffy Lube franchisee)
“Few of us are born leaders. For the great majority it is a constant learning and growing experience. John Manning carefully defines what it takes to be a dynamic leader and offers a pragmatic and effective process to become one. The Disciplined Leader is a must-have for anyone who is serious about being effective and passionate about inspiring others.”
—Albert J. Zdenek Jr., President and CEO, Traust Sollus Wealth Management, LLC
“The Disciplined Leader provides useful tools and techniques to drive accountability and a collective focus on results throughout your organization.”
—Damon Gersh, President and CEO, Maxons Restorations Inc.