McDonald, Simon

Leadership: Lessons from a Life in Diplomacy

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ISBN 13:
9781913368685
author:
McDonald, Simon
format:
Hardback
publisher:
Haus Pub.
language:
English
Publication Year:
2023
Pages:
224
Dimensions:
23.6 x 15 x 3.1 centimetres (0.5
Genre:
Biography, Political, Biography,
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 2 working days
£20.91

Description

Leadership Lessons from a Life in Diplomacy by Simon McDonald offers valuable insights into effective leadership gained from nearly four decades of experience in Her Majesty's Diplomatic Service. Drawing on his extensive career, which included working for six foreign secretaries and under five prime ministers, McDonald identifies the key behaviors that helped leaders achieve their objectives, as well as those that hindered them. Through his observations of senior diplomats and politicians, McDonald synthesizes the skills he has learned to provide an insightful contribution to debates over British leadership. He argues for reform in various institutions, including the monarchy, cabinet, civil service, and the House of Lords, where he is a member. This book provides a unique perspective on leadership, one that is both practical and thought-provoking. By reflecting on the nature and strategies of leadership, McDonald's book offers readers a chance to consider their own approaches and how they can be improved. With its focus on real-world experience and practical advice, Leadership Lessons from a Life in Diplomacy is an engaging read for anyone interested in politics, diplomacy, or leadership.

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