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4th out of 14 books
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Jesus, CEO: Using Ancient Wisdom for Visionary Leadership
An inspirational guide for business managers combines spiritual and professional advice on how to work with and motivate others as a means of accomplishing shared goals and achieving economic success.
Paperback, 352 pages
Published
May 2nd 1996
by Hyperion
(first published January 5th 1995)
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Mar 08, 2008
A Rye
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1 of 5 stars
Recommends it for:
anyone who loves wasting time, and enjoys becoming less intelligent through reading.
Recommended to A by:
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Awesome leadership book that I discovered attending, Loyola! Studying Jesus' leadership style and applying it to todays world. My take away: Emphasizing the importance of being an "omega" leader like Jesus in the real/business world. A true leader can not always be an alpha style leader or a beta style leader. They must be willing to follow and lead when needed. A great leader is able to do both!
Aug 16, 2007
Rediningrum
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4 of 5 stars
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(Indonesian) Deskripsi dari seorang pemimpin yang jelas dan berjangka panjang, tidak takut kehabisan visi karena belajar dari sejarah, seperti yang dilakukan tokoh sentral masa hidupnya. Pemimpin yang otomatis hampir tidak pernah kehilangan pengikut, karena selalu jelas dan bergairah. Salah satu gaya kepemimpinan yang tidak ditawarkan dalam pelajaran manajemen. Namun artinya dalam bagi mereka yang mengadopsi dan dimpimpin dengan cara ini. Dan pemimpin ini tidak perlu susah payah berargumen mempe...more
Feb 09, 2009
Jim Martin
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Geared to the business world, but has many applications in dealing with people in general. Page 111- chapter titled "He was Bold" points out that Jesus did not debate in his head or with commitees His next step, as he already knew in his head and heart what the next, correct step should be. He drove our the money changers, He walked into the temple and taught as 12 years of age, not out of arrogance, but out of boldness and clarity. He used his very blood to paint the message. President F.D. Roo...more
I liked the idea of this book better than the book itself. The author's choppy writing style and overzealous use of headings is distracting. And I suppose the cynic in me just kept thinking, "Yeah, if I could walk on water and raise the dead, people would probably subscribe to my brand of leadership too." Cynical - yes, I know. But, on the other hand, the author makes very good points about Jesus's dedication to and love for his disciples. Jesus was much more people-focused, considering his disc...more
This is one of the worst written books I have ever come across. The title sucks you in and you think you are going to get a book full of leadership qualities demonstrated from Jesus Christ. Unfortunately, 85% of the chapters went like this: Jesus was "Believed in them." Then an example or two from her own life or someone she has heard about. Then the chapter ends stating "so now you can see how Jesus beleived in them.
The only thing I felt was worth taking away from the book was a quick referenc...more
The only thing I felt was worth taking away from the book was a quick referenc...more
I had to read this book (for whatever reason) for my American History class. I got through 2/3 of it and decided I didn't need to finish it to write my paper--I could get everything I needed from the chapter headings.
I thought Jones' writing style was terrible and her theology inconsistent and a faulty representation of the Bible. I also came away thinking that if you cut out all the Biblical references she could have truthfully called the book "What I Learned About Being A Leader".
I thought Jones' writing style was terrible and her theology inconsistent and a faulty representation of the Bible. I also came away thinking that if you cut out all the Biblical references she could have truthfully called the book "What I Learned About Being A Leader".
This book I would definitely add to my library. This book is written in 1995 but I can still walk away with many of these concepts on leadership, visionary, and Jesus' concept on discipleship.
So many great quotes that I shared in my Christian groups on FB. "Jesus said, "I give you my name. Use it." We do as believers--"in Jesus name." We claim it and name it, in His name. Yes, blessed by this book. Use your gifts and make disciples of Jesus Christ.
So many great quotes that I shared in my Christian groups on FB. "Jesus said, "I give you my name. Use it." We do as believers--"in Jesus name." We claim it and name it, in His name. Yes, blessed by this book. Use your gifts and make disciples of Jesus Christ.
I first got a chance to read this maybe ten years ago. Then i saw it again as i was going thru my old books.
This is a wonderful read. I especially like the qoutes at the back. Keeps me grounded.
This is a wonderful read. I especially like the qoutes at the back. Keeps me grounded.
Practical Christian ways of doing business and existing within that community. It grabbed my attention on the shelf and wouldn't let go until I read it. I'm glad that I did.
i really liked this book because it was written with leadership in mind..it ends with questions to ask yourself or even a small group..
You wouldn't think that someone could tie the attributes of Jesus to a successful CEO, but...
read this when going thru my divorce. really liked it.
I enjoyed this book, and it is a quick read :)
Quick read, nothing earth shaking, enjoyable.
Good Read....Used in professionally
Mar 13, 2009
Derrick
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It was okay.
Very affirming.
I loved Jones' The Path, but this offering didn't have the same impact on me. Perhaps because I read through it fairly quickly and didn't leave adequate time to let it sink in. There are questions and exercises at the end of each chapter - some were helpful, others less so. Chapters are short and lend themselves to quick reading over lunch or during a break. Overall solid, but became tedious toward the end.
If I was a business owner, this audio may have been much more beneficial. However, it's a very motivating story for anyone who has a leadership role in their career.
Oct 09, 2007
John Taebenu
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5 of 5 stars
Recommends it for:
best for purchase and read
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What I learned from this book is Jesus our patron in life. We should learned alot from Him because He is best ever CEO the world ever had.
Jul 07, 2009
Jennifer Atkins
marked it as to-read
Found this in the discount section at Barnes and Noble and love it so far. Great to have a woman speaking about Christian leadership.
Explores the strength of self mastery, strength of action, and the strength of relationships.
guess, i need it this time.
hope people around can read it too
and try to live by it.. oh well.
hope people around can read it too
and try to live by it.. oh well.
May 06, 2008
Kenneth
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This is an insightful book, certain to calm even the most tempestuous soul.
This is great and I will re-visit it. Taking in, in bite size pieces.
An interesting book on the way Jesus dealt with people while on earth.
A good read and a good comparison of biblical themes of leadership.
Jul 12, 2008
Elly
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This is my favorite "management" book. I re-read it as often as I can
Best book besides the Bible, that I have ever read.
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Mar 10, 2008 04:45pm
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