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A review by papidoc
Lead Yourself First: Inspiring Leadership Through Solitude by Michael S. Erwin, Raymond M. Kethledge
4.0
Solitude...it's something I have often sought out, on almost a daily basis. For me, it isn't a "nice to have," it's an essential part of my life. Much like exercise, I can go without solitude for a while -- a few days, maybe even a few weeks -- be before too much time passes, I find myself getting grumpy, slow, and stressed. Maybe it's for that reason that I found this book so interesting. Truthfully, though, I think solitude, properly used, is something that anyone can benefit from, even those who don't think they will. Maybe especially for such people.
The book begins with a compelling argument for the importance of solitude in any leader's (or person's) life. The authors explain their ideas using personal examples as illustrations. They then proceed to a series of chapters, each of which is built around an experience or person who exemplifies one or more of the benefits of, or approaches to, solitude. I first listened to it as an audiobook, and appreciated the listen, but I will go back and read it, this time with an eye to teasing out specific lessons or ideas that will help me in my solitude.
It's a worthwhile read.
The book begins with a compelling argument for the importance of solitude in any leader's (or person's) life. The authors explain their ideas using personal examples as illustrations. They then proceed to a series of chapters, each of which is built around an experience or person who exemplifies one or more of the benefits of, or approaches to, solitude. I first listened to it as an audiobook, and appreciated the listen, but I will go back and read it, this time with an eye to teasing out specific lessons or ideas that will help me in my solitude.
It's a worthwhile read.