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The Art of Winning

10 Lessons in Leadership, Purpose and Potential
By Dan Carter
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The Art of Winning by Dan Carter is an exceptional exploration of leadership, resilience, and success through the eyes of one of rugby's most revered figures. This book offers a profound and intimate look at Carter's career with the All Blacks, one of the most successful... Read More
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The Art of Winning by Dan Carter is an exceptional exploration of leadership, resilience, and success through the eyes of one of rugby's most revered figures. This book offers a profound and intimate look at Carter's career with the All Blacks, one of the most successful teams in sports history. Carter doesn't just recount his achievements on the field; he delves deeply into the mental, emotional, and psychological aspects that have defined his journey.

The book unravels ten crucial truths about leadership, purpose, and realising one's potential, all derived from the high-performance culture of the All Blacks and Carter's personal experiences. Carter's narrative dispels the myth that success at the highest levels shields you from pressure and doubt, illustrating instead how these elements are integral to growth and achievement.

In The Art of Winning, Carter invites readers to join him on a journey that has been challenging, frustrating, and immensely rewarding, leaving him with a profound sense of gratitude. Whether you are a business looking to refine your culture, a leader navigating a steep learning curve, someone experiencing life's changes, or anyone looking for daily improvement, Carter's insights aim to inspire and drive you to new heights.

For the first time, this sporting icon distils two decades of high-performance experiences into ten invaluable lessons. The book breaks from conventional wisdom and shares hard-earned truths that have defined Carter's path to success:

- Why great leaders are made, not born, and why they must constantly evolve
- How to forge a winning team culture
- Why embracing your past can be as vital as looking towards your future
- Why empowering others leads to the best decisions
- Why confidence and self-belief are meaningless without humility and a beginner's mindset

With honesty, surprise, and inspiration woven into every chapter, The Art of Winning translates a legendary career into timeless lessons for readers from any walk of life. Step into the exceptional culture of the All Blacks and the insightful mind of a sports legend. Let Dan Carter's experiences and wisdom guide you on your own path to mastering the art of winning.

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ISBN: 9781776951055

Publisher: Penguin Group (NZ)

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 16 July 2024

Country: New Zealand

Imprint: Penguin Books (NZ)

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 20.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 199.0mm

Weight: 268g

Pages: 304

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About the Author

Dan Carter is a global sports icon and true superstar of international rugby, playing 112 test matches for the All Blacks and winning two Rugby World Cups. Carter has been crowned the top international points scorer in Test rugby and the most capped All Blacks Fly Half of all time. Alongside his extensive charity work and several commercial partnerships with leading global brands, Dan was recently appointed Leader in Practice at Oxford University's Foundry.

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