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Competence: do less to accomplish more ; You are doing too much! ; Doing the right things ; Finding your groove -- Courage: courage establishes leadership ; First in ; Just a stone's throw away ; Three expressions of courage -- Clarity: be clear even when you are uncertain ; Leading in the shadow of uncertainty ; I'll tell you when we get there ; Managing your uncertainty -- Coaching: coaching enables a leader to go farther, faster ; Listening, learning ; The king who wouldn't listen ; What coaches do -- Character: character determines the leader's legacy ; A nonessential ; The king who followed ; The leader worth following

Ready or not, you're next! It's time to shape the future, and those who will do so are in training today. Learn what it takes to lead with courage, then follow with character. Embrace the basics, and you'll master the challenges of generations to come. Five characteristics mark the man or woman who will shape the future: courage, clarity, competence, coachability, and character. Drawing on two decades of experience mentoring a rising generation, seasoned visionary Andy Stanley shows how to: discover and play to your strengths, leverage uncertainty, maintain moral authority, harness your fears, enlist a leadership coach. "Capable men and women will eventually catch, pass, and replace the current generation of leaders," says Stanley. "Embracing these essentials, you will not only excel in your personal leadership, but also ensure a no-regrets experience for those who choose to follow you."--Jacket