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Elizabeth I, CEO will attract the leaders of today, the builders of contemporary empires, as well as history-lovers. The life of Elizabeth has much to say to those beginning their climb up the corporate ladder as well those who, having attained the top rung, do not want to slip from it. The queen's long reign offers lessons on: Developing a leadership attitude and image, enhanced by personal dynamism Becoming an effective coach and mentor, skilled at nurturing creativity Manipulating others--subtly and ethically Knowing and anticipating the "enemy" Setting clear goals and motivating others to work to achieve them Most of all, the career of Elizabeth I is an example of vision, of creating vision, of communicating vision, and of realizing vision. Not only did she create loyalty among those nearest her, she met headlong an array of the most daunting challenges any leader has ever faced. How did Elizabeth meet these challenges, managing not only to stay alive and to keep her imperiled nation afloat, but also to win the intense loyalty of her people and to lead England to greatness? Historians and biographers have offered many explanations.

Elizabeth, CEO takes a fresh view, exploring issues that are relevant to leaders--especially business leaders--of today.

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Most Helpful Customer Reviews   2 of 2 people found the following review helpful: Essential reading for Leaders managing Change, 13 Nov 2001 By  Dr Rosalind Bergemann (rabergemann@globaliteh... (Cambridge, UK) - See all my reviews Far from being a book about history, Elizabeth I, CEO is a book about the leadership skills required in current turbulent times, which utilises the life of an incredible historical figure to practically and insightfully bring those skills to tangible reality for leaders in the 21st Century. Alan Axelrod has put this book together in an excellent format - as I read through each chapter, I found myself recognising and identifying with many issues relating to leadership through change, and benefiting from the practical lessons included. I can frankly say that I started the book on the plane, continued it in the taxi and finished it in the hotel room! I would say that this book is invaluable reading for any executive leading an organisation through change and growth. I have recommended it as part of the Leadership Development programme in our organisation.  Comment | Permalink | Was this review helpful to you? (Report this)   1 of 3 people found the following review helpful: The Best Mixture of Business and History, 4 Jul 2002 By A Customer If you can understand history and business, and want to understand both even more, then this is the book for you. It describes the political life of Elizabeth I but in a modern context, and links it on to the modern day teachings of Management. A good value for money publication and is certainly not a "heavy weight" book - easy to understand. I particularly liked the chapter summaries which include a subject lesson. Go on, but it - you will love it....  Comment | Permalink | Was this review helpful to you? (Report this)   "This blessed plot, this earth, this realm, this England...", 20 Feb 2008 By  Robert Morris (Dallas, Texas) - See all my reviews       This review is from: Elizabeth 1 Ceo (Hardcover) This is one of the very best books which examine "lessons" to be learned from various historical figures. Elizabeth is among the greatest leaders and managers who ever lived. Axelrod concentrates on her as the chief executive officer, first of a country and then of an emerging empire during one of European history's most turbulent periods. Consider what occurred during Elizabeth I's reign: * Establishment of the Church of England (in 1559) * Re-establishment of the authority of the British crown at a time when other monarchies were deteriorating * Re-establishment of English coinage after the nation's near (and total) bankruptcy * Support of exploratory voyages (by Drake and Raleigh) in the New World to lay what eventually became the foundation of the British Empire * Support of the cultural arts during what is now regarded as England's "Golden Age" (ie the Elizabethan Age) of literature, theater, and music * Survival of all manner of foreign threats (eg invasion by the Spanish armada in 1588) as well as domestic conspiracies (eg numerous assassination attempts) Axelrod organizes his material within ten chapters and focuses on 136 separate but interrelated "strategic lessons" to be learned from Elizabeth I's leadership and management as monarch from 1558 until her death in 1603. One value-added benefit of Axelrod's presentation is the inclusion of direct quotations which are skillfully correlated with key points. For example, she frequently affirms her total faith and trust in those whom she governs: "Let tyrants fear, I have always so behaved myself that under God I have placed my chiefest strength and safeguard in the loyal hearts and good will of my subjects." Axelrod notes her accessibility to the so-called commoners, her eagerness to circulate among them, and her delight in interacting with them. Those who share my high regard for this book are urged to check out O'L. Higgins & Gilberd's Leadership Secrets of Elizabeth I. In this volume, the authors include comments by more than 100 modern executives whom they interviewed "to find out if Elizabeth's lessons were valid today and if the queen had served them as a role model." Yes and yes. I also recommend Starkey's brilliant biography which, in combination with the other two, brings this magnificent monarch to life; better yet, they suggest the relevance of that life to our own.  Comment | Permalink | Was this review helpful to you? (Report this) › See all 4 customer reviews...		Most Recent Customer Reviews Interesting, But Not Stimulating "Elizabeth I: CEO" draws dozens of business lessons from the life and actions of Queen Elizabeth I. Much if this book is biographical. Read more Published 16 months ago by James Gallen Search Customer Reviews Only search this product's reviews › See all 4 customer reviews...

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