How to Lead: Wisdom from the World's Greatest CEOs, Founders, and Game Changers by David M. Rubenstein

BATB score: 6.7/10

okay but not wow. tip of the iceberg inspiration. one-liner instagram captions.

an easy-read of 30 interview transcripts from David Rubenstein lifetime interview records with big name leaders - CEOs, Founders, and Game Changers

Best as: key to be exceptional leaders: luck, desire to succeed, pursuit of something new and unique, hard work / long hours, focus, failure, persistence, persuasiveness, humble demeanour, credit-sharing, ability to keep learning, integrity, and able to respond to crises. #holymackerel

Best for: actually all of us are leaders; just whether or not you are a famous leader

Best to: The Giving Pledge is a commitment by the world's wealthiest individuals [>1 billion net worth club] to give at least half their wealth, either during their lifetimes or in their wills to philanthropic causes. Many of the big name leaders interviewed in this book is part of The Giving Pledge.