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The Gears of Leadership: Who, When, Why Leadership today is more complex than ever-fast-changing markets, remote teams, generational shifts, and constant uncertainty make the old ""command and control"" model obsolete. What leaders need now isn't just more skills or strategies-it's alignment. In The Gears of Leadership, Greg Cannon, motivational speaker, coach, and author, reveals a simple but powerful framework for sustainable leadership: three interlocking gears-Identity, Action, and Purpose. When these gears align, leadership becomes authentic, effective, and lasting. When they grind against each other, leaders stall, burn out, or lose influence. Drawing from more than forty-five years of leadership experience-building and selling a multimillion-dollar business, guiding teams through crises, and developing leaders across industries-Cannon weaves together compelling personal stories, practical frameworks, and reflection tools that help readers: - Clarify their Identity Gear by leading from values, strengths, and authenticity. - Engage their Action Gear by moving from intention to consistent, meaningful results. - Power their Purpose Gear by leading with a deeper ""why"" that sustains energy and resilience. - Troubleshoot leadership breakdowns and recalibrate when gears slip out of alignment. - Multiply their influence by creating leaders who create other leaders. - Lead effectively under crisis pressure without compromising values. - Build daily practices that maintain alignment and momentum. - Craft a leadership legacy that will outlast their career. This is not another checklist-driven leadership book. It's a conversation-candid, inspiring, and practical-between Cannon and the reader. Each chapter includes reflection prompts, ""gear checks,"" and actionable steps that readers can apply immediately. At the heart of the book is a call to redefine leadership success: not by titles, profits, or accolades, but by the number o

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Greg Cannon brings a lifetime of resilience and wisdom to help leaders reach new heights. From growing up in poverty in South Georgia to building and selling a multimillion-dollar business, Greg's journey demonstrates the transformative power of authentic, values-driven leadership. With over 45 years of leadership experience, Greg delivers actionable insights that help leaders build thriving cultures, develop sustainable systems, and create lasting fulfillment. His practical approach helps leaders overcome challenges, achieve meaningful growth, and stay true to their core values even under pressure. Greg is a motivational speaker, leadership trainer, personal and professional coach, and author based in Toccoa, Georgia. He specializes in developing leaders who develop other leaders, creating multiplier effects that extend far beyond individual organizations.

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