Empires of the Mind: Lessons to Lead and Succeed in a Knowledge-Based World

by Denis Waitley

This volume explains why standard management practices, job descriptions and career tracks are obsolete. In order to succeed, individuals, at every level, must re-invent themselves as their companies and institutions restructure the way they function. While there are many current theories on organizational management and team productivity, there is a scarcity of wisdom to help each of us thrive as we ride the tumultuous wave of social and business change. This book offers answers to men and women interested in "re-engineering" themselves as well as their corporations. Providing dozens of specific techniques and tools for maximizing personal potential, the author focuses on the qualities essential to each of us in every profession. Denis Waitley explains why the reader uncover the key foundations of authentic self-leadership; think like a CEO and be a team player; become more powerful by sharing power; "benchmark" your individual leadership qualities; thrive on risk and adversity; make integrity the real bottom line; and let money chase you, but never catch you. Denis Waitley offers personal strategies for self-leadership critical to getting ahead and staying ahead in a world accelerating in fast forward, where knowledge is the ultimate power, where human resources are more valuable than natural resources and where the only rule is change. He is the author of "The New Dynamics of Winning" and "Seeds of Greatness".

Genres: Nonfiction, Self Help, Psychology, Business, Personal Development, Leadership

Hardcover

First published January 1, 1995

About the author

Denis E. Waitley was an American motivational speaker, consultant, and best-selling author known for shaping the personal development movement. He rose to prominence with the audio program The Psychology of Winning, which sold widely and influenced audiences worldwide, along with books such as Seeds of Greatness and The Winner’s Edge. A former naval aviator and graduate of the United States Naval Academy, he later became involved in public relations and nonprofit fundraising before developing his success training programs. He served on advisory groups including the U.S. Olympic Committee’s Sports Medicine Council. He was inducted into the International Speakers Hall of Fame.

Reviews

[Sandhya]

"Liked the title of the book and the foreword seemed interesting so I bought the book. As always I appreciated my gut feeling of being right as always.
Its a fantastic book. it's about:
"Individual leadership and personal responsiblity is the call of the hour in this fast paced borderless world. Nothing is more important and urgent than integrity and wisdom today.
Its well stated and substantiated that empires of the future will not be built of walls of stone and concrete, turnet, armies and gates. Empires of the future will be the empires of the mind.
The new global leaders are people who can transmit knowledge and power to each member of an organisation.
Like surfers lets ride the waves of change, and use the power to take us where we want to go."
Its a Great book, A must read for one and all."

[Ritik Gupta]

Nice!

[Ringson Surungsa]

Can I get PDF of this book?

[Ganesh Melatur]

My constant companion over more than 25 years of my life!

[Connor Fullam]

I felt as if the title sections throughout this book were unnecessary, and at times made it hard to read the book. It almost feels like Waitley did not plan a single word he wrote, for the beginning of one chapter seemed to be on an entirely different topic from its conclusion. Although this book has no structure, Waitley does have some insightful things to say about life. This is not a book that's meaning stays constant over time. The best example of this is the paragraph that Waitley explains why Blockbuster Video is one of the most successful companies and predicts future growth.

[Keith]

This book languished on my shelf for over a decade before I realized that I hadn't quite finished reading it. So, I started over & read it through. I already had quite a bit of it highlighted. The last third of the book didn't get as many highlights.

There are lists in each chapter of suggested action steps. To my mind, the biggest action step is to plan, do, and don't take myself too seriously.

[Olamide OPEYEMI]

It is a beautiful panoramic reflection on life generally...insisting on self-leadership as the only means of riding the wave of change in whatever circumstances we may find ourselves, taking 100% responsibility for our lives, showing a godly example to the upcoming generation as well as learning not to take self too seriously. It ended on a very inspiring and climactic note. You know, like someone writing his last book. Wonderful!

[Div]

Great book with Great quotes. Every Story is drawn from real world. That makes you follow what do leaders do. Every Chapter has a set of dos and donts that would be great if you are looking for motivation from leaders

[Marc]

A book of Platitudes with very little substance. I gave it a star but still put it on the Turd Heap.

[Merve]

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[Rizwan Javid]

Best book for self development leadership qualities.

[Dozie]

This book helps viewers understand the true meaning of leadership and empowerment. I would recommend this book to everyone

[Ramachandran]

Empires of the mind