Description

The Way of the Shepherd: 7 Ancient Secrets to Managing Productive People

By Kevin Leman and William Pentak

Product Features:

Author: Kevin Leman and William Pentak
Title: The Way of the Shepherd: 7 Ancient Secrets to Managing Productive People
Publisher: OMF Literature Inc. (2005)
Language: English
Pages: 124
ISBN-10: 971511878X
ISBN-13: 978-9715118781
Printed in: The Philippines
Copyright: © 2004 by Kevin Leman and William Pentak
Scripture Source: All Scripture quotations are taken from the Holy Bible, New International Version (NIV). Copyright 1973, 1978, 1984 by the New International Bible Society. Used by permission of Zondervan. All rights reserved.

Overview:

The Way of the Shepherd is an insightful guide that introduces seven timeless principles for managing and leading others with wisdom and compassion. Written by Kevin Leman and William Pentak, this book offers practical advice on leadership based on the ancient analogy of the shepherd. The principles presented in this book are drawn from both biblical wisdom and modern leadership techniques, making it relevant for managers, leaders, and anyone in charge of guiding people toward productive outcomes.

The book uses the role of the shepherd as a metaphor to teach how great leadership is rooted in understanding, care, and nurturing of those you lead. Each chapter addresses a key principle and outlines strategies for implementing these secrets into daily life, whether in business or personal leadership.

The seven ancient secrets revealed in the book provide a powerful foundation for anyone looking to improve their leadership skills and manage productive teams, whether at work or in a faith-based setting.

Interesting Facts:

Biblical Foundation: Drawing heavily from biblical principles, The Way of the Shepherd utilizes scripture to reinforce each of the seven leadership secrets. The New International Version (NIV) of the Bible is used throughout for scriptural references.
Wide Reach: Originally published in the U.S., the book was later reprinted multiple times globally, including in the Philippines, where it gained a large following among Christian leaders and managers.
Leadership Wisdom: The authors, Kevin Leman and William Pentak, use the metaphor of the shepherd to show how effective leadership comes from understanding the needs of others, guiding with love, and helping people to grow and become productive.