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Start With Why

How Great Leaders Inspire Everyone to Take Action

Simon Sinek author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Penguin Books Ltd

Published:6th Oct '11

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This influential book reveals how understanding your core purpose can lead to greater success. Start With Why encourages leaders to inspire through their motivations.

In Start With Why, Simon Sinek explores the foundational question of purpose that drives individuals and organizations. He delves into why some people and companies are more inventive, pioneering, and successful than others. Through engaging narratives and historical examples, Sinek illustrates that the key to lasting success lies not in what you do, but in why you do it. The book emphasizes the importance of discovering your 'why'—the core belief that inspires you to take action.

The narrative draws on the stories of iconic leaders like Steve Jobs, Ernest Shackleton, and the Wright brothers, who all understood their 'why' and used it to propel their endeavors. By understanding their motivations, these leaders were able to inspire those around them, creating movements rather than just businesses. Sinek's insights challenge conventional thinking and encourage readers to reflect on their own motivations and leadership styles.

Start With Why has resonated with millions, becoming a global bestseller and a cornerstone for those seeking to inspire and lead effectively. The principles outlined in this book offer a transformative approach to both personal and professional growth, making it essential reading for anyone looking to make a meaningful impact in their field. By focusing on the 'why,' readers can unlock their potential and drive change in their organizations and lives.

This book is so impactful, I consider it required reading -- Tony Robbins, bestselling author of Awaken The Giant Within
A deep, abiding understanding of what you want to inspire, and how you want to lead is the basis of this inspirational book * Forbes *
One of the most useful and powerful books I have read in years. Simple and elegant, it shows us how leaders should lead -- William Ury, co-author of Getting to Yes
A powerful and penetrating exploration of what separates great companies and great leaders from the rest

ISBN: 9780241958223

Dimensions: 198mm x 128mm x 20mm

Weight: 180g

256 pages