The Character of a Leader: Lessons on Honor and Integrity in Command

By: Wetherbee, Harry

Discover the True Source of Leadership Power--Character.

The Character of a Leader offers a powerful exploration of what truly sets great leaders apart--from the battlefield to the boardroom. Written by a former senior executive officer of the CIA, this insightful guide draws on decades of intelligence experience to reveal why character--not authority--is the foundation of lasting leadership.

Through compelling historical examples and real-world insights, this book examines how principled leaders have shaped nations, inspired loyalty, and earned enduring trust. It presents a practical blueprint for cultivating leadership rooted in competence, initiative, and ethical decision-making.

Whether you're leading a team, a community, or an organization, The Character of a Leader equips you with timeless lessons and thought-provoking questions to help you lead with integrity, inspire others, and make a meaningful impact.

Lead with character. Influence with purpose. Succeed with integrity.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 196129334X
• ISBN13: 9781961293342
• Release Date: August 2025
• Publisher: Hatherleigh Press
• Length: 144 Pages
• Weight: 1.25 lbs.