C. Clinton Sidle

I am writing this review as part of the Member Giveaway program and received this book gratis in return for a review.

I personally loved this book.
The message it conveys is important, timely and I intend to refer to it often as part of my permanent library. The difficulty comes with who the intended audience is. The author, C. Clinton Sidle, is director of a leadership program within Cornell University's MBA school and what he writes here is basically a program of how to develop business ethics targeted mainly for upper level management. Using spiritual teaching that draw heavily from Buddhist ideals (although the author does not directly espouse any particular religious tradition) and personal anecdotes, Sidle maps out the path to true happiness and success by following, what he calls, basic goodness. The importance of this message, on an individual and societal level, cannot be understated. Unfortunately the individuals with the most to gain from this book and with the power to make a fundamental change in corporate culture would also be the least likely to read it or follow its advice.

My litmus test recommendation is, if:

A. you peruse this book and it seems like a bunch of touchy-feely nonsense
and/or
B. Gordon Gekko (greed is good) is your hero

run, don't walk, to get your hands on this book. You NEED it.

On the other hand, if neither above statement fits you, feel free to read this book anyway - it is well written, interesting, and profound; and following its advice will improve yours life.
The only reason this book missed a 5 star ratting is due to the readership issue.… (más)