Next Generation Leader 5 Essentials for Those Who Will Shape the Future

I love this book! I love Stanley! This is sound theology, which is important to a Theology student. It was required but I see it as a blessing as a tangible book is the best and he is one of my favorite authors. I really love the short, basically annotated outlines at the end of each section. They make it super easy to find what you are looking for after you've read it and want to refer back. His ideas on leadership are wonderful and has made me a better leader. I absolutely recommend this book to anyone because we all lead in some way :) Read more

Great read with many great ideas to implement into life. Will be of assistance to anyone in a leadership position. Read more

I really enjoy his writing style and his practical way of writing. He is funny and down to earth in his writing style. The lessons he writes about, are so so powerful and interesting, and I learned SO much from this book. It pushed me in the right direction and it has given me some tools to use in my life as a worshipper, husband and doing ministry. This is the second book I read by Andy Stanley and I have just started the third. I am so satisfied about his books, and it is surely books that are good for young leaders because he speaks our language, we can identify with him and the things he write about. Great book that has to be read over and over again Would like to give this book my highest recommendations So happy that I could enjoy this great book Emil Lavsen Read more

This was a good leadership book, and had a really concrete premise: get courage, competence, clarity, coachability, and character right, and you'll lead successfully. As usual, Andy Stanley's a good communicator, and there's no wondering what he means. That said, there's nothing in here that I would call revolutionary or that completely surprised, as there was in, for example, Bill Hybel's "Axiom." This book is a very useful, solid read, but if you've been leading for any amount of time, this will probably come as a support, a reminder about some first principles, and an encouragement. I doubt that you'll be scratching your head thinking, "I never would have thought of that!" Still, the value is the many cases where you will think, "I had intuited that, but this is great to see it laid out clearly and succinctly." This book belongs on any leader's shelf, and it won't collect dust. From here, move to Hybels, Maxwell, and the other works on leadership, and you'll be pleased. Read more

I really enjoyed reading this book. Andy does not beat around the bush about what he’s trying to get across. He does not try to promote how awesome he is as a leader. He just tells you what works and explains clearly what it means to be a Christian leader. Whether you’re a pastor or a Christian business owner... really, if you’re anyone who aspires to be a leader... buy the book. It’s worth the investment. Read more

There really are only so many truths out there, and they really are never far away from us. As Dueteronomy says, truth is already in your mouth and in your heart so you may obey it (30:14). Stanley's strength is his stubborn refusal to over-complicate truth, which would only aid in my avoidance of applying it. "Gee, as soon I understand this, I'll start doing it."...Well, it's pretty hard to misconstrue "Get a leadership coach" , and after listening a few times, it's getting harder to ignore such a simple but hugely beneficial choice. The beauty of listening to or reading Mr. Stanley's works is twofold: the clarity is never lacking, and he communicates some other principles in his illustrations that feels like getting a getting a bonus learning principle. Somewhere along the way of learning about the 5 essentials to make me a better leader, I also learned some other life principles that would work in all areas of my life, if I am willing to apply them. I will also add that I enjoyed the audio format. Though I usully read and make notes in the margain when undertaking books like this. Having it in audio allowed for easy repeated listenings, and I could listen on the way the work, which has been of great benefit for application. Turn off CD, get out of car and apply immediately. Read more

Very rarely do you see leadership books that talks to the point. I don't know Andy and have never seen him but he must be an interesting person. He seems to know how to talk to the next generation. I am entering into an executive phase in my career moving from technical expertise alone and this book and Scott eblin's book the next level, both spoke accurately to me. While I liked most chapters in this book ( the last one was the most poorly written and disorganized), the first few chapters are just pure gold. Don't get fooled by the size of this books. It packs a punch. Andy respects his readers and leaders time! Read more

This book is short and very straight to the point, and is an easy read. Andy lays out 5 different traits that someone should have if they would aspire to become a leader. These traits are extremely practical and easy to follow and apply to your life. Whether you are using this book for yourself, or you are a leader and are using it for training up other leaders; you will find it helpful. I highly recommend this book, it is a fast and easy read. Read more