Catherine the Great, CEO

Download or read book Catherine the Great, CEO written by Alan Axelrod and published by Union Square + ORM. This book was released on 2013-11-05 with total page 258 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A fascinating look at the leadership style of the longest-ruling empress of Russia, from the bestselling author of Elizabeth I, CEO. Catherine the Great traveled from Germany to Russia at only fourteen years of age, and rose to become one of the most remarkable, powerful, and captivating rulers in history. In this book, historian Alan Axelrod profiles this strong and beloved leader, examining her qualities of intellect, heart, and character, and distilling her words and actions into more than 100 practical and modern leadership lessons. Praise for Alan Axelrod’s Julius Caesar, CEO “Sure to appeal to history aficionados as well as business executives . . . informative and accessible.” —Publishers Weekly