Stewardship: Choosing Service over Self-Interest Audiobook

The classic first edition of this book argued that organizations that place service above self-interest and practice a far-reaching redistribution of power, privilege, and wealth stewardship will succeed far beyond those with a narrower, more selfish focus. As a successful managing strategy for corporate, governmental, and nonprofit organizations, "stewardship" is, fundamentally, the spirit of partnership and service. Organizations that absorb the principles of stewardship will offer equity and partnership at all levels for its employees, and managers who identify themselves as "stewards" will hold themselves accountable to all those over whom they exercise power. 

In this revised and updated edition, Block explores what has and has not changed in organizations and in the world in the twenty years since the first edition was published. He argues that the concept of stewardship is more relevant and necessary than ever, and shows how the idea of stewardship can and must be expanded out from organizations into our communities, societies, and nations. Peter Block is one of our most provocative and original thinkers. Here, he extends the scope of his insights to help us create not just productive and humane workplaces but vibrant communities, an engaged democracy, and a healthy planet.

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“Sherman Allen’s appealing conversational tone is afitting way to perform this updated plea for leadership…The narrator’s masteryof phrasing goes beyond making ideas clear. Allen’s spontaneity and ability toemphasize the pacing of important clauses and sentences communicates Block’surgency and makes listeners curious about each new part of the message. Allen’scrisp pronunciation, which he exaggerates on important words or phrases, keepsthe somewhat repetitive writing sound consistently fresh. His style andenthusiasm make this book about a well-worn organizational movement intosomething quite compelling.”

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