Long-time Executive Coach, Ed Mlodzik, tells the story of Eddie Crouch, The Exceptional Entrepreneur, illustrating the 12 exceptional "dimensions" that contributed to his success and provides tools and techniques to help leaders and entrepreneurs develop them. This book is a new approach to writing about starting and leading a business. Instead of telling the reader the steps needed, or sharing common pitfalls that can occur with starting a business, Mlodzik simply tells the story of how Eddie Crouch identified opportunities and turned those opportunities into businesses. Mlodzik highlights examples of how Eddie demonstrated 12 exceptional dimensions that contributed to his success (or in setbacks, the dimensions that were missing or ignored that he learned from!) The competency development section of this book defines each Exceptional Dimension (Building Relationships, Visionary, Communication, Decision-making, Courage, Innovation, hard working, resilience, Delegation, perseverance, passion, and positive attitude) and provides tools to develop each. Included are references to additional useful books and articles. Development suggestions are activity-based and are best developed through practice. Mlodzik believes this book will appeal to a range of people aspiring to succeed in business, from graduating college students who are wondering what it takes to "go their own way" to working employees who might be considering leaving corporate life and branching out on their own, or any leader looking for ideas to increase their effectiveness. Eddie Crouch says "This book is a great tool for anyone who wants to develop the skills and talents to be successful not only as an entrepreneur, or in business, but also in life. I wish I had a helpful "guide" like this when I started in business. Perhaps this will inspire some to start a business but at the very least, a reader can assess the areas that might need attention to advance their career, no matter what industry. Learn to develop the behaviors needed to turn dreams into reality by purchasing Living Life The Story of The Exceptional Entrepreneur and visiting the tips & tools page for useful aids to download at www.mlodzikandcrouch.com.
