Leadership Lessons from a UPS Driver: Delivering a Culture of We, Not Me
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| Rating | : | 4.11 (657 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1626566887 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 160 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2013-05-20 |
| Language | : | English |
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Wallace credits the company's success—and his own—to its culture of “we, not me.” As he puts it, working at UPS gave him a PhD in teamwork. United Parcel Service (UPS) is a household name that customers and investors alike hold in high regard. Instead of writing a typical business memoir that celebrates the leader as celebrity, Wallace shares vivid stories that focus on the people he worked with, the challenges they overcame, and the simple principles and practices that make up the UPS way. Most e
A workhorse myself, I feel a strong kinship with him. Wallace has produced a paint-by-numbers set for the aspiring executive. Ron Wallace did that at UPS. It is not for show horses. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from an outstanding leader as you pursue a career of excellence.”— John R. “Oz” Nelson, retired Chairman and CEO, United Parcel Service, 1989–1996“Ron Wallace has been there, done that, and now we have the book to prove it. No matter your level of responsibility within your organization,
He also served on the corporate management committee that oversaw the day-to-day operations of UPS and its 400,000 employees. Ron Wallace is the former president of UPS International, where he was responsible for operations in more than 200 countries and territories, with more than 60,000 people under his direction. In addition, he has served as chairman or cochairman of thirty-three boards of directors of highly successful companies around the world.
"A great book on how to build a sustainable culture" according to MicroCapClub. The management team at UPS, including the CEO and management committee, started as drivers, part time loaders, car washers, and clerks. Ron Wallace writes, “We promote from within to ensure that the company can pass on our legacy and culture seamlessly from one generation to the next.&rdquo. "Five Stars" according to Teresa. great book, bought two one as a gift. "Five Stars" according to David. Excellent book with many great leadership gems!