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Battle-tested leadership principles that will ignite your growth and revolutionize your approach to conquering challenges Foreword by Former FDIC Chair, Tom Hoenig Embark on a transformative journey with Peter J. de Silva, an accomplished senior leader with over three decades of financial services industry experience. In his captivating book, Taking Stock: 10 Life and Leadership Principles from My Seat at the Table, de Silva opens the doors to his remarkable leadership odyssey, offering battle-tested insights that will ignite your growth and revolutionize your approach to conquering challenges. From the front lines of the 2008 financial crisis to navigating a rapidly evolving industry and weathering the storm of a global pandemic, de Silva's seat at the table granted him unprecedented access to trailblazing leaders and industry icons. Through the highs and lows of his remarkable career, he emerged as a nationally respected figure, revered for his unwavering dedication to both business success and driving positive social impact. However, an unexpected twist of fate forced de Silva to reevaluate his role as a leader. Corporate buyouts challenged his identity and compelled him to confront his own vulnerabilities. This introspective journey led him to become a Harvard University Advanced Leadership Initiative Senior Fellow, where he fearlessly tackled pressing social issues while grappling with his own debilitating neurological disease, Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease (CMT). Within the pages of Taking Stock, de Silva reveals the ten essential life and leadership principles that have shaped his extraordinary journey. As an accomplished executive, community leader, devoted father, and loving husband, his experiences navigating crisis, uncertainty, and disruption have molded his worldview and leadership approach. Far beyond a mere business leadership guide, Taking Stock reminds us that resilience, persistence, optimism, unwavering character, and genuine care for those around us form the bedrock of dynamic leadership and a fulfilling life. With captivating storytelling and profound insights, de Silva challenges leaders from all walks of life and stages of their journey to tap into their inner strengths and discover purpose in life's most transformative chapters. Join de Silva on this extraordinary adventure, as he unravels the power of vulnerability and exposes its crucial role in cultivating leadership strength. Drawing from his insider's perspective on the financial and leadership crises that rattled our nation, along with his extensive work as a Harvard University Senior Fellow and board member for both private companies and nonprofit organizations, de Silva's unique perspective is a beacon of wisdom you simply can't afford to miss. If you're an aspiring leader at any age seeking battle-tested leadership principles that will elevate your leadership prowess, Taking Stock is the guidebook you've been waiting for. Visit PeterJdeSilva.com to delve deeper into the transformative lessons and embark on your own journey towards exceptional leadership.

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"""Taking Stock is more than a business leadership book. The book reminds us that resilience, persistence, optimism, character, and caring for the people around you are the foundational elements of dynamic leadership and life."" -Randy Freer, president and CEO, Teton Ridge; former CEO, Hulu ""In Taking Stock, I enjoyed experiencing the journey of a great American leader. Peter de Silva shares his ups and downs and persistence to succeed. Peter's journey has been heroic."" -Terry Dunn, former president and CEO, JE Dunn Construction; former chair, Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City ""At TD Ameritrade, Peter was a valuable expert in the wealth management and marketing realms. His real strength, however, was his influence on his peers and the impact he had throughout his entire organization. His people knew that Peter cared about them, and they would have followed him anywhere. It was not an accident that we were the best in the world at what we did."" -Joe Moglia, former board chair, TD Ameritrade; chair of Athletics and executive director, football program, Coastal Carolina University ""Peter de Silva is a leader with a big heart, a big soul, and a heap of humanity. Read Taking Stock to learn and be inspired to lead in these critical times. The book is approachable without hype or pretense. It is an account of a true leader in a Midwestern city. This book about community leadership is worth your time and attention."" -Bernard Franklin, 2022 Fellow, Advanced Leadership Initiative, Harvard University ""Peter has dedicated his life and efforts to four things: family, faith, business success, and giving back. His impact has been widespread, intentional, influential, and meaningful. Taking Stock provides personal and compelling insight into Peter's caring nature and unique leadership contributions. A must read."" -Jeanette Prenger, Founder and CEO, ECCO Select ""Persistence through adversity, a willingness to work and think hard, and a belief in the power of ethical leadership describe Peter de Silva's professional career and personal character. His story in Taking Stock is a compelling read and is highly instructive. Peter de Silva is what the best of American business leaders, and outstanding American citizens, look like."" -Peter J. Travers, managing member, Chase Field LLC; chair, board of trustees, National Review Institute"

""Taking Stock is more than a business leadership book. The book reminds us that resilience, persistence, optimism, character, and caring for the people around you are the foundational elements of dynamic leadership and life."" -Randy Freer, president and CEO, Teton Ridge; former CEO, Hulu ""In Taking Stock, I enjoyed experiencing the journey of a great American leader. Peter de Silva shares his ups and downs and persistence to succeed. Peter's journey has been heroic."" -Terry Dunn, former president and CEO, JE Dunn Construction; former chair, Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City ""At TD Ameritrade, Peter was a valuable expert in the wealth management and marketing realms. His real strength, however, was his influence on his peers and the impact he had throughout his entire organization. His people knew that Peter cared about them, and they would have followed him anywhere. It was not an accident that we were the best in the world at what we did."" -Joe Moglia, former board chair, TD Ameritrade; chair of Athletics and executive director, football program, Coastal Carolina University ""Peter de Silva is a leader with a big heart, a big soul, and a heap of humanity. Read Taking Stock to learn and be inspired to lead in these critical times. The book is approachable without hype or pretense. It is an account of a true leader in a Midwestern city. This book about community leadership is worth your time and attention."" -Bernard Franklin, 2022 Fellow, Advanced Leadership Initiative, Harvard University ""Peter has dedicated his life and efforts to four things: family, faith, business success, and giving back. His impact has been widespread, intentional, influential, and meaningful. Taking Stock provides personal and compelling insight into Peter's caring nature and unique leadership contributions. A must read."" -Jeanette Prenger, Founder and CEO, ECCO Select ""Persistence through adversity, a willingness to work and think hard, and a belief in the power of ethical leadership describe Peter de Silva's professional career and personal character. His story in Taking Stock is a compelling read and is highly instructive. Peter de Silva is what the best of American business leaders, and outstanding American citizens, look like."" -Peter J. Travers, managing member, Chase Field LLC; chair, board of trustees, National Review Institute

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Best-selling and award-winning author, Peter J. de Silva is a highly experienced chairman, CEO, president, executive committee member, and public and private company board director and trustee for nonprofit organizations and national charitable foundations. Having held C-level positions at TD Ameritrade, Scottrade, UMB Financial Corporation, and Fidelity Investments, he has an insider's view on the financial and leadership crisis that shook our country in 2008 and continues to serve as a highly trusted advisor during turbulent times. That life experience-along with Peter's work as a Harvard University Senior Fellow; board member to private companies and nonprofit organizations; and his lifelong struggle with a debilitating disease-provides him a unique perspective that is a beacon of wisdom you simply can't afford to miss. Distinguished Senior Fellow, Mercatus Center at George Mason UniversityVice-Chairman of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC)President, Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City, 1991-2011

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