The book is a practitioner’s delight. Grab it and race ahead of the pack. Follow these instructions and the men will literally die for you even in business organisations. Col Alok Asthana shares observations from a distinguished career in military command, teaching, industry, and consultancy.
Backed by research in organizational behavior and group dynamics, these ‘How to’, ‘Why’, and ‘Why not’ hacks will change your leadership and management style forever. The book covers essential knowledge and techniques for the one-to-one processes between the leader and the team, the one-to-many processes of the group, organisation development, leader behavior, better thinking & decision making and finally, topics of specific interest to the combat leader. Not bromides and clichés, but specific guidance essential for teams in military and business alike, usually not made available to them.
You can learn to lead as well as to manage.
• Would you much rather be loved or respected?
• Can you lead and delegate as per the capabilities of the follower?
• Do you know that too much synergy, consensus, and motivational gimmicks are harmful?
The book has a real-world touch and demolishes many myths. Numerous anecdotes, analogies, and quotes make the book a racy and lively read.
Techniques, supportive theories, and case studies. For just the 42 techniques, presented in a crisp 'use it now' manner, use his other book - Alok's Field Guide on Leadership.
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Col Alok Asthana
Col Alok Asthana served in the Indian infantry, 4/4 GR and 8 Rashtriya Rifles (RR). He raised 8 RR in May 1994. An expert in counter-insurgency and anti-terrorism, he has also done three instructional appointments - two at the Infantry School and one at the Senior Command wing of the Army War College. He then worked as a top trainer in the corporate sector and thereafter as a freelancer. Has trained in leadership and innovation across the world, including at Accenture, Philippines.
Alok also writes in the media - The Wire - on national security and nation building. He also publishes a Substack - Indian Salute - and a blog - Question-Sacred-Cows. As would be apparent, he is a questioner. His book - The 7 Fault Lines of the Indian Army - has been highly appreciated. The book has been hailed as India's version of 'Crisis in Command' and 'Psychology of Military Incompetence' - both global masterpieces.
Alok has been invited to the Army Training Command, ARTRAC, to share recommendations on effective training for the Army. Steeped in Methods of Instruction, Alok's training content is always useful, valid, user-friendly, and lively.
Alok has also written a philosophical novel - The Geometry of Wildflowers.
