A Joosr Guide to... The Prince by Niccolò Machiavelli

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Great leaders are few and far between. But what qualities mark them as different from others, and what strategies do they use to take, and hold onto, power? The Prince explores this very question, providing astute insights into leadership, society, and the functions and operation of power.

Filled with insightful observations and challenging ideas, The Prince covers the whole process of gaining and maintaining power. So whether you're an established boss looking to maintain your position or a newcomer engaging with power for the first time, you'll find the tips and tactics you need to become a truly great-and enduring-leader.

You will learn:

· How to build a reputation that dissuades rivals from challenging you

· Why choosing the right employees is an essential part of holding onto power

· Why great leaders have to keep growing, developing, and honing their skills.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Joosr
• Release date: Aug 30, 2016
• ISBN: 9781785674266

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What’s it about?

Gaining power isn’t easy, and staying in a position of power can be even harder. Many men and women have fallen by the wayside in their quest to become great leaders. But others have risen above them, taking control and holding on to their power. So, what qualities and strategies mark them out from those who didn’t succeed?

In The Prince, Niccolò Machiavelli provides an insightful study into what it takes to be a great leader and explores the tactics for taking and maintaining control in even the toughest situations. Originally intended as a set of instructions for princes and rulers, Machiavelli’s theories are applicable to anyone who wants to understand how power operates in society. Despite being originally written way back in the sixteenth-century, his ideas still hold true today.

Covering everything from the importance of selecting the right people to work under you, to the necessity of honing both the body and mind, this is an essential guide for anyone who intends to one day become a strong and competent leader.

By reading The Prince, you’ll gain an insight into the philosophy of one of the world’s most famous early political thinkers—and learn how to apply this knowledge