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Our definition of Leadership is transferable to any situation and any size organization.

Leadership is the ability to foster an environment in which people motivate themselves to achieve beyond their own perceived capabilities and face problems for which there appear to be no simple solutions.

We are providing you with a starting point!

If you want to be a “Producer of Leadership” rather than a “Consumer of Leadership” this book empowers you with the tools for long term success.

About the Book

Leadership is not about perfection, but about authenticity and genuine connection to people. Everyone, without exception, will find themselves leading at some point during their life.  It will happen.  Most people don’t want to be told what to do.  People are looking to you for inspiration, motivation, connection, energy, skill and vision.  This book provides you with the guidance to get there.

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Building Resilient Teams

Lead with Vision and Purpose

Leading Under Pressure

The “Gift” of Feedback

Leading Thru Change

This Book will help you:

  • Become a lifelong learner

  • Build and maintain trust

  • Confront the fears of leadership

  • Communicate more effectively

  • Practice self-leadership

  • Lead volunteers

  • Increase your vision

  • Understand Leadership vs Management or Administration

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About the Authors

COL (R) Bill Sprayberry holds a Bachelor's degree from Carson-Newman University and Master’s degrees from Central Michigan University and Air University respectively.  He has over 40 years of leadership experience with more than 28 years Leadership in the United States Army, 10 Years Leadership in the Defense Contracting Industry and 4 years Leadership in Academia.  Additionally, he has considerable experience providing volunteer leadership in a wide array of organizations.

Billy Spraberry in his U.S. Army Combat Uniform, displaying multiple military patches, including a U.S. flag on his shoulder.
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LTC (R) David McDowell holds a Bachelor’s degree from The United States Military Academy at West Point and a Master’s degree from The Ohio State University Fisher College of Business.  He has over 30 years of leadership experience with over 21 years Leadership in the United States Army and 10 years Leadership in the Corporate Sector.  Additionally, he has extensive experience leading volunteers in a broad range of groups and organizations.

David McDowell in his U.S. Army Dress Uniform, wearing his full set of service ribbons and medals.
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“Leadership starts with People.” - Mr. George Simms

“Leadership means inspiring people to perform at their very best, bringing all of the technical skills and knowledge to bear.” - Mayor George McGill

“At a minimum, the leader must deliver results.” - Mr. Christopher Kane

“As you grow to leading larger organizations you have to grow a circle of trust.” - Mr. Ryan Gehrig

“It is impossible to achieve true success unless you can inspire others to follow.” - Dr. Patti Conard

“Good leaders listen more than they speak.” - Dr. Beau Sparkman

Quotes from the Book

Bill Sprayberry hands a copy of Be A Better Leader to Mayor George McGill as they shake hands indoors. Sprayberry is on the left, and Mayor McGill is on the right. The book’s cover, featuring their images, is visible between them, with framed photos

Leadership = People

Management = Stuff / Resources

Administration = Process & Procedure

Mayor George McGill - Featured in “Be A Better Leader”

Bill Sprayberry, standing on the right, presents a copy of Be A Better Leader to Dr. Patti Conrad, who holds the book as they smile for the camera indoors

Dr. Patti Conard - Featured in “Be A Better Leader”

David McDowell, on the left, presents a copy of Be A Better Leader to George Simms as they stand indoors in front of a sign reading ‘Community Room.’

George Simms - Featured in “Be A Better Leader”

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Ryan Gehrig - Featured in “Be A Better Leader”

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