Straight Talk on Leadership

Praise for Straight Talk on Leadership This book is for leaders who aspire to make a difference by transforming their organizations for global competitiveness. It is for those who approach leadership as a privilege to be re-earned each and every day, rather than a reward for past successes. Doug covers the landscape of issues facing leaders today in a compelling, insightful manner, and always with the frankness for which he is respected in the business community. - Eric Siegel, President & Chief Executive Officer (Retired), Export Development Canada Williamson's approach is effective and real-world: confront truths, wear them and move forward quickly with accountable action. This book is an invaluable recipe as to the how and why leadership is critical to Canada's economic future. - Rupert Duchesne, Group Chief Executive, Aimia Inc. (Formerly Group Aeroplan Inc.) The turbulent fast-changing times we live in pose great leadership challenges. There are no easy leadership recipes. Doug Williamson's unvarnished straight talk puts the environment in global perspective and provides leaders with a competency framework suited to the times we live in. A must read. - Naseem Somani, President & Chief Executive Officer, Gamma-Dynacare Medical Laboratories Succeeding in global markets requires an aggressive and competitive style. Doug has created a blueprint for success. Open communication and high transparency are the hallmarks of the best-run companies. In Straight Talk on Leadership, he makes a no-nonsense, patriotic plea for pragmatic leadership in the executive suite and a wonderful roadmap for high performance results on the international stage. - Robert Courteau, Chief Executive Officer, Altus Group Limited