How Leaders Learn

Master the Habits of the World's Most Successful People

De: David Novak, Lari Bishop - contributor

Narrado por: Chris Abernathy

The differentiating mindset and habits that help you turn insight into action.

When you put learning at the center of everything you do, you grow your career, your leadership, your relationships, and your joy and fulfillment in life. But even for people who are naturally curious and interested in solving problems, being an effective learner who can turn their learning into action takes insight and practice.

With infectious enthusiasm and optimism, David Novak shows you how to master active learning. A trailer-park kid who lived in twenty-three states before entering high school, Novak rapidly ascended the ranks at PepsiCo to become cofounder and CEO of one of the largest corporations in the world, the global restaurant icon Yum! Brands (KFC, Taco Bell, Pizza Hut, and the Habit Burger Grill). And he credits active learning with getting him there.

This compilation of wisdom and practical habits from Novak's life and from some of the most successful leaders in the world—CEOs from many industries, military and political leaders, sports greats, experts, and coaches—is your active-learning practice manual. Chapter by chapter, Novak and his all-star roster of leaders share how they've climbed to the highest levels in their fields.

©2024 David C. Novak (P)2024 Ascent Audio

A Blueprint for Leadership Growth and Mastery

This is not just a book—it’s a cheat sheet for leaders who are serious about growth, impact, and creating lasting change. As someone who thrives on mentoring others to be better than they were yesterday, I found this book to be a treasure trove of insights and practical wisdom. It challenges traditional notions of leadership and offers a refreshing perspective on what it truly means to lead with purpose and adaptability.

What sets this book apart is its focus on habits—the small, often overlooked choices that compound into greatness. It breaks down how the world’s most successful leaders approach learning as a lifelong journey. From curiosity and humility to resilience and strategic thinking, the book provides a roadmap for how to lead by example, foster meaningful connections, and embrace continuous improvement—concepts that resonate deeply with my own philosophy of leadership. I strongly recommend this book to anyone aspiring to lead with authenticity and effectiveness, especially if your current understanding of leadership leans toward outdated notions of authority and control. This is a guide to becoming the kind of leader who doesn’t just solve problems but inspires solutions—someone who not only handles challenges better but also helps others do the same. For me, How Leaders Learn is more than a book; it’s a playbook for living out the champion mindset.

- by M. Baleva

Joy Blocker or Joy Builder

Very powerful book on leadership. A lot of simple things we can do to lead others and lift up others

Inspiring Stories that Stick…

DAVID ‘s book really marked my heart as I navigate this new season of my life- I am thankful for the multiple stories of desperation and inspiration that have propelled me to continue to desire, active learning as a part of my every day life!

Good enough, useful

Some usable tidbits and sage advice from a successful corporate junk food advocate. Some ignorant woke parts but par for the course with these types.

Timeless Practical techniques

The ways of thinking that allow you test a theory and observe feedback in a positive way.

Active Learning

David's use of Active Learning through using thought-provoking questions at the end of each chapter demonstrated the best way for a group to master any subject material.