The Leadership Contract

Our leaders are failing. In many cases they are outright disappointing and at times, even disgraceful. This lack of leadership erodes the trust that people have in leaders throughout society and in the business world. At the root of this problem is a leadership accountability gap.

In the revised and updated bestseller, The Leadership Contract, Vince Molinaro answers the question: What does it mean to be a leader in today's complex world? He explores why truly accountable leadership is the only way to build an organization that can survive and thrive in our increasingly complicated world. Written in Molinaro's engaging style, this important resource is the modern leader's handbook for organizational renewal.

In today's business climate, leadership is both a trait and a specific set of skills. It's about trust, commitment, communication, and drive. The Leadership Contract reveals what it takes to become the dynamic leader your organization needs. Molinaro outlines a blueprint for going beyond adopting the habits and practices of an effective leader and explains why it's vital to put it in writing in order to establish a leadership contract that ensures success. The author clearly shows the impact of a written contract and shows how your key decisions and work ethic affects everyone you lead. In addition, he offers suggestions for motivating and inspiring employees by making the right connections.

While building on the fundamentals outlined in the first edition, this updated volume includes new coverage on the topic of accountability, ideas for creating personal and organizational levels of the leadership contract, and fresh Gut Check summary questions after each chapter. It also contains new and inspirational opening and closing remarks that provide insight into what the leadership role entails. The Leadership Contract offers a pathway for facilitating a vibrant and positive culture that encourages innovation for success.

With The Leadership Contract as your guide, you can become an exceptional leader that has the skills, strategy, judgment, and motivation to win the trust of your employees and take your organization into the future.