Read to Lead

Leadership is critical for socio-economic development. Leadership is both individual competence and institutional strength. Leadership has long been relied upon for growth and wealth creation. Increasingly, leadership is required to also integrate considerations of environmental protection, social responsibility and corporate governance.

This book titled "Read to Lead: Mini Bytes and Many Insights" prepares executives and managers for a successful and sustainable leadership journey. It distils the complexities of leadership into simple nuggets of knowledge which can be assimilated in steps. The author has drawn upon the knowledge and experience gained over his five decades of leadership stints in authoring this book. The book will be useful for established leaders as well, enabling further reflection and reinforcement by them.

The book presents concepts and constructs that cover many leadership situations and roles that are contextually unique to and relevant for India, with global perspectives woven in. Indian and global professionals engaged in and with India should find the book of specific relevance. The book will be useful to a broad spectrum of readers in developing their leadership capabilities.