In the current business climate of distrust, cynicism, and fear, Weiss offers a radical challenge to people who lead others. His call for authentic leadership means dropping the mask of the Executive Persona as well as the doubletalk of traditional corporate communications.
In the current business climate of distrust, cynicism, and fear, Weiss offers a radical challenge to people who lead others. His call for authentic leadership means dropping the mask of the Executive Persona as well as the doubletalk of traditional corporate communications.
If you are a leader with responsibility and influence, this book is addressed to you. Dare to take the DARE.
Commended for Axiom Business Book Awards (Business Ethics) 2014
“"We're living in a state of communication crisis.”
"The Dare is a heartfelt, thoughtful challenge to the way business is conducted today... thought provoking and practical at the same time." -Arthur M. Blank, Co-founder, The Home Depot, Owner & Chairman, Atlanta Falcons -- -Arthur M. Blank, Co-founder, The Home Depot, Owner & Chairman, Atlanta Falcons -- 20130402 "We are in the age of ordinary heroes; and from my little view of the world, authenticity is what separates ordinary heroes from the "celebrity" hero of the past few decades." -Ron Ricci, Corporate Vice President of Positioning, Cisco Systems -- -Ron Ricci, Corporate Vice President of Positioning, Cisco Systems -- 20130402 "Even though sometimes unpleasant, being honest, transparent and authentic -- builds trust -- the most important building block for sustainable relationship both in business and private life. Scott does a convincing job on why you must accept the DARE!" -Arto Kuuslinen, Executive Partner, Accenture -- -Arto Kuuslinen, Executive Partner, Accenture -- 20130402 "Changes the game from the inside out. This book delivers the goods." -Jack Stahl, Former President and CEO, REVLON -- -Jack Stahl, Former President and CEO, REVLON -- 20130402 A time when honor and truth are in short supply and "spin" rules the day. Scott is calling us all out to examine not only the words that flurry around us, but equally as riveting -- to hold ourselves accountable as well." -Coleman Breland, Chief Operating Officer, Turner Network Sales Turner Broadcasting -- -Coleman Breland, Chief Operating Officer, Turner Network Sales Turner Broadcasting -- 20130402 "If business is going to win over today's disillusioned audiences, it will be by following the path laid out in this lively and thought-provoking book. Here's hoping leaders will read it and heed it." Anne Fisher, Columnist, Fortune.com -- Anne Fisher, Columnist, Fortune.com -- 20130401
Scott Weiss is president and CEO of Speakeasy, a communications consulting firm based in Atlanta, Georgia, that helps clients achieve more powerful communication skills through unique style and content. Scott first came to Speakeasy as a client after ten successful years in the broadcast and cable industries. His own experience with the company was so transformative that he left his job, joined the company as executive vice president, and eventually bought it in 2003. After nearly ten years, Scott continues to lead Speakeasy and direct its vision. Scott Weiss lives in Atlanta, GA.
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