Quiet Leadership: Winning Hearts, Minds and Matches

So much that you can learn from a man like Carletto, all the stories and teachings found in this book I see them useful on how I someday want to manage my team in my specific industry.

This book offers valuable insight into a specific leadership style as exhibited by Ancelotti. Some are direct leaders who use a command style when managing people. Others use a quieter, more collaborative and subtle approach that sometimes go against the grain of what the romantic notion of a leader is as formed by pop culture. Ancelotti is not over-bearing or dictatorial. He compels his players to do the right thing and leads by setting an example as someone who is calm under pressure, slow to anger, and keeps in mind the well-being of the person when navigating the obstacles within the high-pressure and complex world of modern day football management. This book offers the reader insight into how Ancelotti's leadership style was used throughout his career and provides guidance as to how his techniques can be used at all levels of management. Between the carrot and the stick approach, Ancelotti's style uses the carrot. Is that he best way? That's up for you to decide, but you will undoubtedly come away with a respect for his style once you read his anecdotes. Best of all, the book contains sections where his former players and colleagues tell you exactly what they think of his style. It's a must read for every sports coach and manager in any field.

A very easy read. Ancelotti comes across as a very good coach and an even better person. His focus on people is admirable.

About half way through and wow. Not just great leadership advice, but great advice in general. Carlo is truly a wise man

This book allows me to learn from one of the best managers in the world. Carlo is amazing at managing talents and super stars in his team. There are so many wisdom found in the book.

Great read, Ancelotti is a calm and patient coach who is open to hear from his players. I just wish the book had more stories or examples for each of the lessons he intends to give.

Inspired me to lead in our own unique style, focus on the people and culture to achieve common goal. A must read for a football fan or business person alike.

An excellent book; however, for the time spent researching, and the man involved IT SHOULD HAVE BEEN LONGER!