LEADERSHIP
Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less
By Greg McKeown · 272 pages
Why this title matters
McKeown's disciplined argument that high performers say no to almost everything and yes only to the vital few — and that this selectivity is not laziness but the most demanding form of leadership. Applies directly to how commanders allocate their attention, their unit's effort, and their subordinates' time.
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