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  • The Five Temptations of a CEO

  • A Leadership Fable
  • By: Patrick Lencioni
  • Narrated by: Patrick Lencioni
  • Length: 1 hr and 30 mins
  • 4.6 out of 5 stars (1,497 ratings)

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The Five Temptations of a CEO

By: Patrick Lencioni
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Publisher's summary

In this stunning business fiction debut, Patrick Lencioni delivers a powerful wake-up call to all of us who dare to lead.

Young, ambitious, and overwhelmed, Andrew O'Brien personifies a part of every leader as he wanders in search of the elusive silver bullet that will propel him to success. He happens upon an unlikely guide who distills the seemingly infinite list of leadership perils into the five temptations of a CEO. In an intense and often combative exchange, the two debate fundamental issues faced by all leaders, issues involving personal integrity and effectiveness in the ongoing struggle for success. While some of these topics have been bandied about in the leadership literature for years, here they actually begin to make sense.

Refreshingly original and utterly compelling, Andrew's story will serve as a timeless and potent reminder that success as a leader can come down to practicing a few simple behaviors, behaviors that are painfully difficult for each of us to master.

©1998 Patrick Lencioni (P)1998 Simon & Schuster, Inc. All rights reserved. Audioworks is an imprint of Simon & Schuster Audio Division.

Critic reviews

"Applicable to any rising manager." (Booklist)
"Patrick Lencioni serves up an intriguing fable and an interesting approach to business writing." (AudioFile)

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what a great book.

I love this book very informative I love how the narrator went about telling the story great great great book it's a must -read

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Real info with a twist

This book is real applicable values taught through a story. It’s like a lesson in the Twilight Zone.

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introspection required

Great book that requires some self assessment and honesty. provided some great insight to what leaders face and deal with mentally.

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Truly real and to the point.

a should read of clarity and how to from where I left off from Five Disfunction of a Team.

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excellent teachings

loves it. most memorable part is the story of Charlie and Andrew must listen in chapter 1. the narrator is excellent you will enjoy and learn in story. from chapter 2 onwards different narrator. I wish same narrator would have continued.

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Simple, clear, and lasting

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this book is a lesson in the form of a story. It is a quick read, and contains countless "aha!" moments. I would highly recommend to anyone in managment or interested in forming a lasting business.

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Reminder needed

Have found Lencioni's fables and insights always helpful reminders as a leader myself. I have read this book before but wanted to read it again because I know I am always susceptible to these 5 temptations.

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Simply Understood Concepts to put into Action

Loved the manner in which this topic was presented. Yes, I highly recommend this book for those of you who wish to move forward in your business both in the corporate world or private enterprise.

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Another great book by Lencioni

It's official - Splento loves Patrick Lencioni. Inspiration, educational, motivational. Highly recommend it not just to CEOs, but the whole team.

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This is one of my favorite business books. Patrick Lencioni is a great writer and great business thinker. Patrick uses a "novel" approach to convey business precepts. It keeps you interested and clearly conveys his point.

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