Eighteen years after the genocide that made Rwanda international news, but left it all but abandoned by the West, the country has achieved a miraculous turnaround. Rising out of the complete devastation of a failed state, Rwanda has emerged on the world stage yet again-this time with a unique model for governance and economic development under the leadership of its strong and decisive president, Paul Kagame. Here, Patricia Crisafulli &amp; Andrea Redmond look at Kagame's leadership, his drive for excellence and execution that draws comparisons to an American CEO and emphasizes the development of a sophisticated and competitive workforce that leverages human capital. In Rwanda, the ultimate turnaround, strong and effective leadership has made a measurable and meaningful difference. Rwanda's progress offers an example for other developing nations to lift themselves out of poverty without heavy reliance on foreign aid through decentralization, accountability, self-determination, and self-sufficiency. The authors also explore Rwanda's journey toward its goal of becoming a middle-income nation with a technology-based economy, and its progress to encourage private sector development and foster entrepreneurship, while also making gains in education, healthcare, and food security-and all with a strong underpinning of reconciliation and unification. As so many nations stand on the brink of political and economic revolution, this is a timely and fascinating look at the implications of Rwanda's success for the rest of the continent-and the world.

Rwanda, Inc.: How a Devastated Nation Became an Economic Model for the Developing World

Business & Money

Crisafulli, Patricia

Redmond, Andrea

Economics

St.Martin's Press

Gold Medal Winner, Success and Motivation, 2011 Axiom Business Book Awards Insight from leaders who experienced major setbacks and redefined success In tough economic times, when careers are derailed and leaders are forced to rewrite their professional plans, this book enlightens and uplifts. Comebacks features an all-star cast of ten leaders who endured setbacks-for some a public fall in the midst of media scrutiny-then reassessed and moved ahead with new purpose. Based on revealing interviews, the book presents a behind-the–headlines glimpse into the lives of leaders; how they drew upon resources, both internal and external, to move on; and the lessons that helped them redefine success. Leaders profiled include: <ul>
<li>Jacques Nasser, former CEO of Ford Motor Co., recently appointed Chairman of BHP Billiton, the world's largest natural resources company</li> <li>Patricia Dunn, former Chair of Hewlett-Packard, vilified for her alleged role in corporate espionage only to be exonerated from all charges, today active in philanthropy</li> <li>Jamie Dimon (JP Morgan), Herbert "Pug" Winokur (Enron Corp.), David Neeleman (JetBlue), and more</li> </ul>
Redmond, a top executive recruiter, and Crisafulli, author of The House of Dimon, show how all leaders face adversity, but true leaders turn adversity into success.

Comebacks: Powerful Lessons from Leaders Who Endured Setbacks and Recaptured Success on Their Terms

Management & Leadership

Jossey-Bass

Featuring interviews with top CEOs and business leaders, this book helps readers identify the enduring leadership traits that consistently garner success.

Business Evolves, Leadership Endures: Leadership Traits That Stand The Test of Time (The Russell Reynolds Associates Leadership Series)

Kasanoff, Bruce

Tribbett III, Charles A.

Easton Studio Press

Nearly two decades after Rwanda's horrific genocide, the country has been transformed. High rises are going up in the capital city of Kigali; a newly established stock exchange is attracting investors; and the economy is transitioning from subsistence agriculture to information and communication technology. In pursuit of the alchemy that made Rwanda such an unlikely success story, Patricia Crisafulli and Andrea Redmond interviewed Rwandan government officials, including current president Paul Kagame, as well as business leaders, foreign investors, NGOs, and everyday civilians. In Rwanda, Inc. they look at the key factors that allowed this tiny country to beat the odds―including Rwanda's efforts to encourage private sector development and foster entrepreneurship, and how Kagame's unique leadership approach led to gains in health, education, and food sustainability. They also explore what the future holds for this resilient nation, and the steps it's taking to develop the next generation of public servants. With so many eyes on Africa as nations rebuild in the wake of the Arab Spring, this is a timely and fascinating look at what other emerging democracies can learn from Rwanda's triumph.

St. Martin's: Griffin

Eighteen years after the genocide that made Rwanda international news, yet left it all but abandoned by the West, the country has achieved a miraculous turnaround. Rising out of the complete devastation of a failed state, Rwanda has emerged on the world stage yet again-this time with a unique model for governance and economic development under the leadership of its strong and decisive president, Paul Kagame.Here, Patricia Crisafulli and Andrea Redmond look at Kagame's leadership, his drive for excellence and execution that draws comparisons to American CEOs and emphasizes the development of a sophisticated and competitive workforce that leverages human capital. In Rwanda, the ultimate turnaround, strong and effective leadership has made a measurable and meaningful difference. Rwanda's progress offers an example for other developing nations to lift themselves out of poverty without heavy reliance on foreign aid through decentralization, accountability, self-determination, and self-sufficiency. The authors also explore Rwanda's journey toward its goal of becoming a middle-income nation with a technology-based economy and its progress in encouraging private sector development and fostering entrepreneurship while also making gains in education, health care, and food security-and all with a strong underpinning of reconciliation and unification. As so many nations stand on the brink of political and economic revolution, this is a timely and fascinating look at the implications of Rwanda's success for the rest of the continent-and the world.

International

Blackstone Pub

An original book about ten high level executives and general directors who, after a spectacular professional ascension, suffer resounding setbacks due to unfavorable circumstances or bad decisions. From one night to the next they lost everything that they had worked for. Nonetheless, they remained unbeaten and they all have transformed these disasters into even greater successes. When they were once again on their feet, they taught how to lead through failure and setbacks. The stories and the practical advice from those who returned from the abyss after falling from their pedestal will be of great use for any leader, but there are also important and profound lessons for anybody. Among the personalities whose experiences are related are Christopher Galvin (Motorola), Jacques Nasser (Ford Motor Company), Durk Jager (Procter and Gamble), and Patricia Dunn (Hewlett Packard Corporation).

Otra vez de pie: Lecciones de líderes que sufrieron fracasos y reconquistaron el éxito en sus propios términos (Spanish Edition)

Océano.

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Rwanda, Inc.: How a Devastated Nation Became an Economic Model for the Developing World

Comebacks: Powerful Lessons from Leaders Who Endured Setbacks and Recaptured Success on Their Terms

Business Evolves, Leadership Endures: Leadership Traits That Stand The Test of Time (The Russell Reynolds Associates Leadership Series)

Rwanda, Inc.: How a Devastated Nation Became an Economic Model for the Developing World

Rwanda, Inc.: How a Devastated Nation Became an Economic Model for the Developing World

Otra vez de pie: Lecciones de líderes que sufrieron fracasos y reconquistaron el éxito en sus propios términos (Spanish Edition)