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Above the Line: Living and Leading with Heart
A leadership consultant and neuropsychologist identify the universal habits of the heart and mind—the keys to unlocking our true potential, creating our best selves and eliminating behavior patterns that hold us back.
Why is it so hard for leaders to coach employees who are struggling? Why do we repeat the same mistakes and negative behaviors? Common wisdom says you always have a choice in how you react or respond. But, as corporate consultant Stephen Klemich and clinical psychologist Mara Klemich contend, until you recognize why you make choices, and how the heart and the brain work together to shape your behavior, you can’t change long-ingrained patterns and discover your best self. The Klemichs have developed a model backed by extensive research and data, and paired it with character-led personal development, to help you answer the "Why?" and eliminate behavior that is “below the line.” In Above the Line , they argue that that the quality of your life flows from the attitudes of your heart. Offering wise, compassionate, and practical advice, this book explores the deep, fundamental drivers of human behavior that exist within your heart—the seat of your character. It reveals that all of these behaviors can be explained by four principles—humility, love, pride, and fear—which influence every facet of your life, for better or for worse. We are all designed for greatness, but so often our best self is pitted against our worst. The pressures of life are pulling our character below the line while our authentic self is drawing us to live above the line. When you fully understand that the four principles are at the root of your behavior, you can begin the journey to become your best self and navigate life more effectively and successfully. Filled with proven strategies, Above the Line will create lasting changes in your behavior and improve your life personally and professionally—so you can make a positive impact on the world around you.
Why is it so hard for leaders to coach employees who are struggling? Why do we repeat the same mistakes and negative behaviors? Common wisdom says you always have a choice in how you react or respond. But, as corporate consultant Stephen Klemich and clinical psychologist Mara Klemich contend, until you recognize why you make choices, and how the heart and the brain work together to shape your behavior, you can’t change long-ingrained patterns and discover your best self. The Klemichs have developed a model backed by extensive research and data, and paired it with character-led personal development, to help you answer the "Why?" and eliminate behavior that is “below the line.” In Above the Line , they argue that that the quality of your life flows from the attitudes of your heart. Offering wise, compassionate, and practical advice, this book explores the deep, fundamental drivers of human behavior that exist within your heart—the seat of your character. It reveals that all of these behaviors can be explained by four principles—humility, love, pride, and fear—which influence every facet of your life, for better or for worse. We are all designed for greatness, but so often our best self is pitted against our worst. The pressures of life are pulling our character below the line while our authentic self is drawing us to live above the line. When you fully understand that the four principles are at the root of your behavior, you can begin the journey to become your best self and navigate life more effectively and successfully. Filled with proven strategies, Above the Line will create lasting changes in your behavior and improve your life personally and professionally—so you can make a positive impact on the world around you.
- GenresLeadershipNonfiction
304 pages, Hardcover
First published January 7, 2020
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June 14, 2022
I got this audiobook as part of my WSJ+ subscription. It was a little woo-woo for my personal preferences, but I think the underlying message was important. When we allow fear and ego to control our reactions and guide our behaviors, we do not thrive in our personal or professional lives. When we use courage and love, we become more interconnected and exponentially more successful and happy.
September 23, 2020
Bringing neuroscience to the people in such away that it can touch everyone's lives for the better.
The book describes human behaviour. It allows humans to become aware of effective and ineffective behavior. It facilitates personal development to the benefit of the individual and the human race. Life changing.
The book describes human behaviour. It allows humans to become aware of effective and ineffective behavior. It facilitates personal development to the benefit of the individual and the human race. Life changing.
January 7, 2022
I appreciate the authors’ approach to the subject. Some of the concepts are straight-forward, like “Above the Line”, “Below the line” and “Moment of Truth”; and easy to grasp. However, there’s a lot of content to consume like “the 8 behaviors”, etc. that are hard to follow/remember in the audio format. I’d suggest reading this book versus listening to it, especially for a first-time read.
April 21, 2022
Enjoyed the audiobook version and the Australian narrator. The case stories worked really well for me in the audiobook format.
A little too many acronyms but head & heart is a great method that connects with servant leadership.
S+T=B is of primary importance and I have tried to internalize this, the others follow.
I also downloaded the study guide, this is a must.
A little too many acronyms but head & heart is a great method that connects with servant leadership.
S+T=B is of primary importance and I have tried to internalize this, the others follow.
I also downloaded the study guide, this is a must.
March 14, 2020
This is one of the best books I have read in a long while. Stephen & Mara manage to explain in clear and easy-to-read ways how our behaviours affect so much of the reality around us.
If you want to really understand yourself, and to improve your reality, this is a must-read!
If you want to really understand yourself, and to improve your reality, this is a must-read!
April 5, 2022
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Some interesting moments but nothing that stuck with me.
Some interesting moments but nothing that stuck with me.
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