“Julian’s ability to hone right to the heart of an issue has been something I’ve admired in our many interactions during my long tenure with NWC, and this is demonstrated in this book – a clear, concise, and direct examination of the concepts of Management and Leadership, making his case for the essential powerhouse hybrid of the two. What you will find here is a comprehensive, pragmatic approach which outlines his perspectives not only on managerial leadership, but on the fundamental considerations needed to build an organization and its people to enable its success, its scalable growth, and its ability to meet challenges head on. A crucial message in the book is the importance of managing our managers; this is so often overlooked in leadership development literature. Once established and inculcated throughout the organization, the practices Julian outlines in this book will become critical factors to its continued success, improvement, and expansion.”
- Dan McConnell, President, The Northwest Company