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- In "The Art of Forging Mettle," Ronald Duren, Jr. crafts a transformative odyssey through the realms of leadership and mental toughness against the backdrop of a challenging world.
- Author(s): Ronald Duren
- 336 Pages
- Business + Money Management, Leadership
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Book Synopsis
In "The Art of Forging Mettle," Ronald Duren, Jr. crafts a transformative odyssey through the realms of leadership and mental toughness against the backdrop of a challenging world. Uniting tales of extraordinary adventures-from the rugged terrains of ultrarunning to the academic realms of leadership education-with profound philosophical insights. Duren redefines mental toughness, painting it as a harmonious blend of resilience, human connection, and enlightened self-discovery. Crafting a narrative that is as captivating as it is enlightening.
Authoritative yet deeply compassionate, this work resonates with a profound understanding of the human soul's capacity to thrive amidst challenges. It nurtures a harmonic leadership style that aligns with our intrinsic values and humanity, encouraging leaders not just to navigate but to thrive amidst uncertainties.
This work isn't merely a book; it's a vibrant manifesto, heralding a groundbreaking perspective on leadership. It encourages navigating life's adversities as catalysts for growth and evolution, molding leadership as a symphony of strength, empathy, and steadfast purpose. Explore the art of forging mettle, allowing the innovative melodies of this pioneering approach to echo through your personal and leadership journey.
Review Quotes
Readers in formal corporate leadership roles will receive helpful advice throughout these pages, and casual readers will find lots of useful insights for creating a more fulfilling life. Even though I'm not that close to the end of my life, I personally found the chapter about facing mortality to help ourselves craft more meaningful lives extremely impactful!
-Annie, Editor
A study of leadership that explodes with energy, enthusiasm, and practical wisdom. Ronald Duren's The Art of Forging Mettle is a captivating journey into the value of mental toughness and leadership for a rapidly changing world. Weaving his rich tapestry of experiences from engineering to extreme sports, Duren presents an exhilarating blend of adventure, resilience, and profound insights as entertaining a read as it is valuable.
-Stan McChrystal, 4-star General, US Army (retired), Bestselling author of Risk and Team of Teams and Founder/CEO of the McChrystal Group
From his own remarkable feats of endurance, Don redefines what mental toughness and competitive success actually mean. The Art of Forging Mettle will take you to new limits.
-Jim Loehr, EdD, Renowned performance psychologist, Author and Co-founder of the Human Performance Institute
What an inspiring read! A story and workbook to inspire you to unearth your highest expression of leadership in times of adversity. Duren's writing and example implore us to bring our full heart into how we overcome, excel and lead. The time is now to step up how we show up.
-Elisabet Lahti, PhD, author of Gentle Power: A Revolution in How We Think, Lead, and Succeed Using the Finnish Art of Sisu
A marvelous synthesis of others' research and theories along with his charming personal stories to help us see a path to courage and perseverance. It helps show why personal renewal and resonant qualities of relationships are the fertilizer of future growth.
-Richard Boyatzis, PhD, Distinguished University Professor, Case Western Reserve University, Co-author of the international best seller, Primal Leadership and the new Helping People Change.
Ron argues that effective leadership begins with mastering one's own inner world and then, provides a wealth of personal observation and experience to help leaders begin this introspective journey. All leaders, both aspiring and experienced, will enjoy this compelling exploration of an essential-and inevitable-link between mental toughness and leadership.
-Daniel Moorer, PhD, Acclaimed professor of leadership, University of Colorado, and CEO of the Wacari Group
The Art of Forging Mettle is a groundbreaking guide that artfully redefines mental toughness and leadership, blending real-world adventure with transformative psychological enlightenment for today's shifting landscapes.
-Simon Marshall, PhD, Screenwriter and Co-author of The Brave Athlete: Calm the F--k Down and Rise to the Occasion