I enjoyed learning about the Military method of training, developing and teaching people to lead and manage. Based on the synopsis, I was hoping to see how the Military leadership styles worked in the business world. But the examples of business applications were somewhat limited. Overall an interesting book

Donnithorne has provided a practical and concise work on developing value-centered leadership in any organization. He addresses the issues of leadership within a moral and ethical context by: 1. Reviewing West Point's approach to teaching value-centered leadership (which is enjoyable to read about in-and-of-itself). 2. Providing anecdotal examples from his own life as a military engineer who has worked in combat. 3. Providing examples in a variety of practical business settings, many which will be recognized by the reader. 4. And, providing the reader with a summary of key questions which lead to the core of value-driven leadership. Throughout the book, Donnithorne references a wide array of current and past literature validating and providing substance and context for the methods developed by West Point.

Any individual who has experienced the trials, tribulations and rewards of leadership will recognize much of the fundamental truths found in Donnithorne's effort.

Credibility also comes from Donnithorne's own experience as a successful military officer, teacher and college president. He is not an academic who has studied leadership patterns, etc. He is a practical, experienced leader who brings depth to his words by sharing interesting and heartfelt anecdotes from his own life.

This is a must read for anyone interested in the moral, ethical and value-centered aspects of leadership and organizational life.

The structure of this book was absolutely awful. The content even worse. This book has no clear storyline and jumps around uninspiringly. The army-business connection wouldn't convince a 1st grader. In summary, this book offers nothing of value.

Well written and edited description of things as they were when the author was at West Point but not necessarily as they are now. Should be titled the ARMY way of leadership, and therefore, does not make a strong case for its transferrabity to business and industry. Too short by virtue of the fact that it doesn't put leadership on a solid philosophical basis. For that, I recommend reading WEST POINT by Norman Thomas Remick.

The book is divided into different levels of leadership starting with self and moving on from squad leader, platoon, all the way to executive positions where the main goal is sucess and direction of the organization and less on individuals of the organization (Visionary). The book is more for military than for civilians in that it pushes WP philosophy heavily. In fact, it seems, in some sense, written strictly for WP cadets. It shows through stories and discussions how a leader's decision can make or break a mission. Since the book is only 160 pages; it's worth a look.