On Leadership: Essential Principles for Success (ISBN 1602393214)

Superb reading.:
Superb reading. This book is an important, if not critical, analysis and presentation of what is sorely needed to address the problems of our present financial, social, and economic turmoil. A must read!

Rare Leadership Skills:
Leaders can be divided for convenience into two groups: those who lead simply because they want to have the experience, and those who lead because others want them in the position. The latter group can be divided further between those who simply get the job done and those who embrace the opportunity. Dr. Palmisano is from this last subdivision, wherein he not only provides superb leadership but also encourages others to follow in his footsteps. A rare breed indeed in a day where politicians are actively attempting to get around term limits, as a truly worthy leader would be surrounded by those he or she had trained as a replacement. The subtitle of this book is "Essential Principles for Success." Who better to learn these principles from than an individual less concerned with showing off what worked for him because he truly wishes to share and educate as to those methods that will work for his readers?

Leadership and Life Lessons from a Louisiana Leader:
Dr. Palmisano has encapsulated the essence of leadership in an easy to read, inspirational narrative that is reminiscent of his speeches. Sprinkled throughout are relevant quotations that Dr. Palmisano then highlights with entertaining anecdotes, some historical and some personal. This is a great, quick read for anyone interested in leadership, but particularly for anyone involved in the healthcare field, and especially those who have had the opportunity to cross paths with Dr. Palmisano.

Great lessons from the trenches of life:
Dr. Palmisano is an inspiration in print much like he is in person. His book is a quick read filled with lovely stories.... real stories... to teach even those of us with few skills the "how to" of leadership. Probably the best part of the book is knowing that the advice comes from someone with an incredible passion and dedication to life. I found myself practicing the skills immediately and watching them work. If only our politicians understood the distinction between politics and leadership ... and step up. Come to think of it, I believe I'll send a copy to my Congressman. Marcy Zwelling, MD FACEP

Great Lessons:
Dr. Palmisano's book is a must read. It is well written with lessons for just about everyoce to the stories of others prevented me from putting down the book. Almost every page caused me to reflect on my efforts to lead and manage. His personal stories add to the value of his efforts to get across the esential dimensions of leadership, and his reference to the leadership qualities of others added to my interest. From young people in college to those in leadership positions in the real world, the book would be a welcome addition. In addition, those responsible for leadership in not-for-profits would also benefit from Dr. Palmisano's book.