Alexander the Great's Art of Strategy
This is a highly impressive book where the author highlights the
feats of the Great Macedonian King, Alexander the Great to draw
lessons on leadership and strategy. Striking an effective
balance between past and present, the author interprets history
and reveals the classic qualities of effective leadership that
Alexander displayed and which has timeless relevance. The book
explores the war tactics and strategies employed by Alexander,
his method of analyzing problems like Aristotle and how he kept
his men motivated and together to become the greatest conqueror
and empire builder. The author also highlights the positive
influence of Alexander's father, the Philip of Macedonia, who
held his own as a great military leader and the legendary role
of his tutor, Aristotle, who taught Alexander the need to
respect other cultures. We learn the great traits and qualities
of Alexander and how he led his men from the front, by being an
example rather than merely directing. Using contemporary
examples of companies, ranging from IBM to Honda, the book
provides valuable guide on business strategies for application.
An absorbing book for entrepreneurs, business professionals,
strategists, and politicians, historians alike, in fact, just
about anybody wanting to know how the war strategies and tactics
could be adopted in dealing with boardroom challenges, as well
as to maintain a commanding and inspiring leadership style.