Nelson's Way: Leadership Lessons from the Great Commander

Vice-Admiral Horatio Lord Nelson has long been celebrated as a daring and effective leader. His dynamic approach to leadership has now been translated into timeless and practical insights for today's managers. Nelson's Way: Leadership Lessons from the Great Commander by Stephanie Jones and Jonathan Gosling, brings The Nelson Touch of vision, courage, inspiration, teamwork, and guidance to a new generation. Jones and Gosling explain how Nelson embodied the characteristics of a successful leader. The authors also examine Nelson's heroic exploits and legendary leadership skills, all set against the backdrop of the high seas. As a unique and complex hero who always remained visible by bravely leading others, Nelson took risks, made personal sacrifices, and ultimately achieved glory.

Stephanie Jones studied maritime history and economics for her doctorate and lectured at the London School of Economics. After an international career in management consulting and training, she started her current position as Visiting Fellow at the Centre for Leadership Studies at the University of Exeter and an Associate Professor at the Kuwait Maastricht Business School. Jones has written extensively on trade and shipping, and more recently, on human resource management and leadership. Jonathan Gosling is the Director of the Centre for Leadership Studies at the University of Exeter. An expert in leadership development, Gosling has directed many international programs and published widely on the subject--including co-authoring with Henry Mintzberg, The Five Minds of a Mangaer in the Harvard Business Review.