Multipliers

Just finished the book and it's alot to digest. The first think I would say to readers is that this isn't a book you read once and that's it. To me it is an encyclopedia for leaders that should be referenced as needed or just for inspiration or entertainment. It's practical enough that it isn't just for high level leaders it's for anyone at any level that has a leadership mentality. The book doesn't just have business application, but I could see it being used in your household with your significant other or children or family in general. Definitely would recommend to anyone who sees a bigger picture as well as those who can't even see a canvas to paint.

In 'Multipliers,' Liz Wiseman offers a refreshing perspective on leadership that resonates deeply with my professional experience. As someone always seeking practical, evidence-based leadership advice, I found this book to be a goldmine of insights backed by real-world examples.The concept that struck me most was the distinction between 'Know-It-Alls' and 'Challengers,' explored in Chapter 4. Wiseman astutely observes how traditional management often inadvertently cultivates a 'Know-It-All' culture, where leaders give directives and ask questions to showcase their own knowledge. This approach stifles creativity and hinders growth across all levels of an organization.In contrast, Wiseman's description of 'Challengers' illuminates a path to more effective leadership. These leaders define opportunities that push people beyond their perceived limits, fostering an environment where asking questions and seeking knowledge is encouraged. This approach not only unlocks hidden potential but also creates a more dynamic and innovative workplace.What makes 'Multipliers' particularly valuable is its practical guidance on balancing rigorous analysis with creative thinking. Wiseman doesn't just theorize; she provides actionable strategies for leaders to create space for both analytical precision and creative freedom. This balance is crucial in today's fast-paced business environment, where innovation must be grounded in solid analysis.'Multipliers' is an essential read for any leader looking to maximize their team's potential and foster a culture of continuous growth and innovation. It's particularly valuable for those in industries where balancing creativity with analytical thinking is crucial for success. Wiseman's work offers a roadmap for transforming leadership styles and, ultimately, unlocking the full capabilities of an organization."

Great lecture, revealing and doable! Leading is not only solving problems is keeping a mental awareness condition so you can coach and transcend through others, by doing this is more likely to obtain the results you are aiming for!

Easy to follow concepts. Easy to read.

'Multipliers' is a book that looks at the leadership role in a newly articulated way. A "multiplier" is the type of person and leader that makes people around them better performers. On the other hand, you have "diminishes" whom may be very intelligent and qualified, plus diligent, but they diminish the capabilities of those they work with. The landscape of leadership has changed according to the author. A great leader is no longer the genius at the top, but rather those around them that they raise to genius level acuity and propel to work their best. I think there's truth to this, and as I grow my companies I'm working on I will take that approach to heart. Intuitively, it resonates with me as I do not feel that my personal will and intelligence are good enough to thrust a great organization forward, but rather I have to inspire those I will work with in the future. A good example is my favorite current NBA basketball player, Lebron James. What makes Lebron great is not only his individual skill and talent, but also his ability to raise the level of performance of his teammates and his organization. He doesn't inspire by fear and he doesn't scold and scare other players into performing better, but rather he inspires by his own efforts and confidence in his teammates.All of that being said, I give this book a 3-star rating because as it was an interesting read, with many interesting case studies, it dragged on much too long and got too deeply involved with vague examples of the author's workings with many companies. While I believe in the multiplier effect, I don't know if every example in the book was pertinent. I believe it may have just been too long of a book. It's filled with lists, jargon, steps, etc. I read from cover to back, but on this one, you may reconsider that. I had to skip a few pages that I had not had the patience for. I still read around 95%+ of the book, so no worries, I didn't skim! But I certainly could have and gotten the point that way. Although I've rated it 3-stars, it certainly isn't a bad book and I have many highlights in it that I will surely refer to in the future when running my own organization.

As others have said, it's not necessarily a great book to read -- it's not exciting, it's repetitive, and it could be a whole lot shorter. However, it IS very impactful and full of some great info that I've been able to start implementing IMMEDIATELY. This is the first book in a while that I pulled out a highlighter for and actually marked it up. There are a lot of things in it that I want to revisit.Ultimately, the book helps shine a light at your management style and most people reading it will likely realize that they're being an accidental diminisher in certain aspects of their work. This book helps identify those areas and offers ways to improve on them.