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Search - Soldier, Statesman, Peacemaker: Leadership Lessons From George C. Marshall

Soldier Statesman Peacemaker Leadership Lessons From George C Marshall
Author: Jack Uldrich

Foreword by Fred Smith, President and CEO, Federal Express The importance of George Marshall to 20th century American and world history cannot be overstated. And yet Marshall's place in the pantheon of great leaders often goes unrecognized. Eclipsed perhaps by the larger personalities of his contemporaries -- Roosevelt, Churchill, Truman, Eisen... more »hower, Patton -- Marshall was a visionary whose legacy still resonates worldwide. His impact is evident from a look at even a few of his many astonishing accomplishments. For example: *As Chief of Staff of the United States Army before and during World War II, he oversaw its expansion from a force smaller than Bulgaria's into the mightiest army ever assembled.

* He personally mentored future generals Eisenhower, Patton, Bradley, Ridgeway, and others.

* He was the first career soldier ever to win the Nobel Peace Prize, and was twice named Time magazine's Man of the Year.

* As Secretary of State, he introduced the plan that would literally save Europe from post-war economic ruin: the European Recovery Program, universally known as The Marshall Plan. Marshall's extraordinary career reflects unparalleled leadership capabilities and consummate skills, which Jack Uldrich has aligned with seven overarching principles. Through shining examples that could only have come from the life of Marshall himself, Soldier, Statesman, Peacemaker outlines these principles and their importance and applicability to today's aspiring leaders. Uldrich's chronicle of Marshall's stunning record demonstrates the value of: * Integrity: doing the right thing, "frankly and without evasion"

* Action: mastering the situation by acting swiftly and decisively

* Selflessness: serving the greater good, especially when "the issue is too great" to involve one's personal feelings

* Candor: speaking one's mind and leaving nothing "between the lines"

* Preparation: remembering it's not just about the battles themselves, but laying the groundwork for those battles

* Learning and teaching: "learning how to learn," and sharing the knowledge gained

* Fairness: choosing the right people and seeing that they are rewarded, rather than compromising or settling for mediocrity

* Vision: knowing that every decision must drive the big picture, and "swallowing the little things in order to go to bat on the big ones"

* Caring: considering the interests of your constituents "first, last, and all of the time" Winston Churchill called Marshall "the organizer of victory" and "the last great American." President Truman called him "the great one of the age." More recently, Tom Brokaw proclaimed him "the godfather of the greatest generation." An illuminating portrait of an undersung hero, Soldier, Statesman, Peacemaker brings the life and achievements of General George C. Marshall front and center -- where they have always belonged.

ISBN-13: 9780814408575
ISBN-10: 0814408575
Publication Date: 4/30/2005
Pages: 244
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Publisher: AMACOM
Book Type: Hardcover
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