Welcome to the Monthly Newsletter by Amer Kaissi 

Edition #24, November 2021

Yes, this edition of the newsletter is just shameless self-promotion! But I am really excited to share my new book “Humbitious: The Power of Low-Ego, High-Drive Leadership.” It is now available for pre-order. Pre-order now and you will receive your copy (or copies!) on January 10th.

Conventional thinking would have us believe that it’s those filled with hubris and free of self-doubt that make the best leaders. But as I show in this book, the evidence, tells a different story. Humbitious shatters the common myths about leadership being an ego-driven game. Drawing on extensive research, personal stories, and fascinating historical examples of leadership done right (and wrong), I reveal why the most effective, high-performing leaders aren’t those with the biggest egos, but who possess humility, coupled with ambition and drive.

Through the triumphs and missteps of leaders from Napoleon Bonaparte to New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern, Apple co-founder Steve Jobs to disgraced Theranos founder Elizabeth Holmes (and many others), I reveal what true humility is—and what it isn’t—and how to cultivate it within yourself and with others.

The truth is that the successful narcissists you may know are exceptions to the rule. The highest performers are those who integrate humility into their relationships with others, with their organizations, and with themselves. Because fortune favors not simply the bold—but the humbitious.

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Dr. Amer Kaissi is a Top Leadership Keynote Speaker. He speaks about leadership, teams and culture.