Integrity: The Courage to Meet the Demands of Reality
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Drawing on experiences from his work with Fortune 500 companies, nonprofits, and individual leaders, Dr. Henry Cloud, a clinical psychologist and nationally syndicated radio host, shows how our character can keep us from achieving all we want to (or could) be.
In Integrity, Dr. Cloud explores the six qualities of character that define integrity. He uses stories from well-known business leaders like Michael Dell and sports figures like Tiger Woods to illustrate each of these qualities. He shows us how people with integrity: Are able to connect with others and build trust Are oriented toward reality Finish well Embrace the negative Are oriented toward increase Have an understanding of the transcendent
Success is not related to only talent or brains. There are a lot of bright, talented people who are never successful. And the most successful are not only the ones with the most talent. The real factor, Cloud demonstrates, is the makeup of the person. All of us can grow in the kinds of real character that bring about fruitful relationships and achievement of purpose, mission, and goals. Integrity is not something that you either have or don't, but instead is an exciting growth path that all of us can engage in and enjoy.
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I would’ve actually wanted to give 4 stars to the second half and 3 to the first halve. The book offers a systematic treatment of what an integrated character looks like and which traits are associated with it. I think the content could have be condensed, which I think happened more in the second half. It follows the usual structure of self help book by providing case studies of people to exemplify traits and how they are expressed. I just find that too long. Should you read it? Yes, I think there are some valuable insights for everyone who is willing to take a close, honest look at oneself (and others). Of course the real work is trying to improve in the identified areas.
Description
Drawing on experiences from his work with Fortune 500 companies, nonprofits, and individual leaders, Dr. Henry Cloud, a clinical psychologist and nationally syndicated radio host, shows how our character can keep us from achieving all we want to (or could) be.
In Integrity, Dr. Cloud explores the six qualities of character that define integrity. He uses stories from well-known business leaders like Michael Dell and sports figures like Tiger Woods to illustrate each of these qualities. He shows us how people with integrity: Are able to connect with others and build trust Are oriented toward reality Finish well Embrace the negative Are oriented toward increase Have an understanding of the transcendent
Success is not related to only talent or brains. There are a lot of bright, talented people who are never successful. And the most successful are not only the ones with the most talent. The real factor, Cloud demonstrates, is the makeup of the person. All of us can grow in the kinds of real character that bring about fruitful relationships and achievement of purpose, mission, and goals. Integrity is not something that you either have or don't, but instead is an exciting growth path that all of us can engage in and enjoy.
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I would’ve actually wanted to give 4 stars to the second half and 3 to the first halve. The book offers a systematic treatment of what an integrated character looks like and which traits are associated with it. I think the content could have be condensed, which I think happened more in the second half. It follows the usual structure of self help book by providing case studies of people to exemplify traits and how they are expressed. I just find that too long. Should you read it? Yes, I think there are some valuable insights for everyone who is willing to take a close, honest look at oneself (and others). Of course the real work is trying to improve in the identified areas.