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Book Synopsis: No occupation in America supplies a greater proportion of leaders than law. They obviously lead law firms, but they also sit at the helm of a vast and diverse array of businesses across America, including 10 percent of S & P 500 firms. And of course, a strikingly large percentage of our political leaders are attorneys, including half the members of Congress. This raises two obvious questions: why do we look to lawyers to lead, and why do so many of them prove to be so untrustworthy and unprepared?
In Lawyers as Leaders, eminent law professor Deborah Rhode not only answers these questions but crafts an essential manual for attorneys who need to develop better leadership skills. She contends that the legal profession attracts a large number of individuals with the ambition and analytic capabilities to be leaders, but often fails to develop other qualities that are essential to their effectiveness. The focus of legal education and the reward structure of legal practice undervalue the interpersonal skills and ethical commitments necessary for successful leadership. Although some lawyers are sufficiently gifted to need little reinforcement, Rhode shows that the vast majority of law school graduates need to develop the leadership characteristics that she profiles. They know it too. According to one survey, almost 90 percent of attorneys stated that their law schools did not teach them leadership skills.
Given the importance of the topic, it is surprising how little the profession has done to develop leadership skills. The first serious treatment of the subject, Lawyers as Leaders will be essential to law school instructors who teach leadership courses (a growing field) and any attorney who finds him or herself in a management position.
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Looking for a book that will transform your leadership skills? Look no further than "Lawyers as Leaders". In America, no profession produces more leaders than law. From leading law firms to heading major businesses, lawyers dominate the leadership landscape. But why do we trust them to lead and why do so many of them fall short? In this groundbreaking book, esteemed law professor Deborah Rhode provides the answers and offers a comprehensive guide to help lawyers develop better leadership skills.
One of the main reasons lawyers are chosen to lead is their ambition and analytical capabilities. However, the legal profession often neglects to nurture other important qualities for effective leadership. This book exposes the gaps in legal education and practice that undermine the development of interpersonal skills and ethical commitments, which are crucial for successful leadership. It's no wonder that a survey found nearly 90 percent of attorneys feel their law schools failed to teach them leadership skills.
Despite the vital importance of leadership in the legal field, there has been a surprising lack of focus on developing these skills. That's why "Lawyers as Leaders" is a game-changer for law school instructors who are starting to offer leadership courses. Additionally, any attorney who finds themselves in a management position will benefit immensely from the valuable insights and strategies presented in this book.
Don't let your leadership potential go untapped. Take charge of your professional growth and unlock the secrets to effective leadership with "Lawyers as Leaders". Improve your decision-making, strengthen your interpersonal relationships, and become the trustworthy and prepared leader that others will admire. Don't miss out on this opportunity to enhance your career trajectory. Order your copy of "Lawyers as Leaders" today and start your journey towards becoming an exceptional leader in the legal profession.
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