The author outlines thirteen characteristics of effective leadership by researching the careers, accomplishments, and failures of some of history's greatest leaders.

Communication,    
Humility,                      
Teamwork,

Compassion,         
Integrity,                      
Training, and

Competence,        
Man-management,

Vision.

Courage,               
Purpose,

Decision-making,   
Stamina,

The author gathered examples of great leaders from a variety of backgrounds, and the book's deep insights and understandings will be useful to those in charge of organizations in many spheres of human endeavor, including industry, the military, the public sector, and education.