Lincoln's Leadership

[RJNorton]

Laurie, I hope this will give you some ideas. I have a book titled "Lincoln on Leadership" by Donald T. Phillips (New York, Warner Books, 1992). Here is a list of the chapter titles:

1. Get out of the office and circulate among the troops.
2. Build strong alliances.
3. Persuade rather than coerce.
4. Honesty and integrity are the best policies.
5. Never act out of vengeance or spite.
6. Have the courage to handle unjust criticism.
7. Be a master of paradox.
8. Exercise a strong hand - be decisive.
9. Lead by being led.
10. Set goals and be results-oriented.
11. Keep searching until you find your "grant."
12. Encourage innovation.
13. Master the art of public speaking.
14. Influence people through conversation and storytelling.
15. Preach a vision and continually reaffirm it.