Getting Naked

A Business Fable About Shedding The Three Fears That Sabotage Client Loyalty
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Getting Naked by Patrick M. Lencioni explores the concept of vulnerability in business and leadership through a fable. The book follows a consultant named Jack who learns the importance of shedding ego and embracing transparency to build trust and client loyalty. It presents a model for achieving success by being open, honest, and genuine in professional relationships.
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You might enjoy this book if you're interested in discovering how vulnerability can lead to greater success in business relationships. The author uses a relatable business fable to share insights on building trust and transparency in professional settings. It's a compelling read for those wanting to improve their leadership and customer service skills with authenticity.

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Getting Naked

Another extraordinary business fable from the New York Times bestselling author Patrick LencioniWritten in the same dynamic style as his previous bestsellers including The Five Dysfunctions of a Team, Lencioni illustrates the principles of inspiring client loyalty through a fascinating business fable.

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Another extraordinary business fable from the New York Times bestselling author Patrick Lencioni

Written in the same dynamic style as his previous bestsellers, including The Five Dysfunctions of a Team, Patrick Lencioni illustrates the principles of inspiring client loyalty through a fascinating business fable. He explains the theory of vulnerability in depth and presents concrete steps for putting it to work in any organisation.

The story follows a small consulting firm, Lighthouse Partners, which often beats out big-name competitors for top clients. One such competitor buys out Lighthouse and learns important lessons about what it means to provide value to its clients.

  • Offers a key resource for gaining competitive advantage in tough times
  • Shows why the quality of vulnerability is so important in business
  • Includes ideas for inspiring customer and client loyalty
  • Written by the highly successful consultant and business writer Patrick Lencioni

This new book in the popular Lencioni series shows what it takes to gain a real and lasting competitive edge.

Series: J-B Lencioni Series

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Getting Naked by Patrick M. Lencioni advocates for a business approach where vulnerability, acknowledging ignorance, and openly asking questions are beneficial in client relationships. Through a narrative centred on a management consultant merging two firms, the book illustrates how focusing on genuine communication over sales enhances long-term client connections. It's engaging and insightful, offering practical advice beyond just the consulting field.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780787976392

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 19 February 2010

Country: United States

Imprint: Jossey-Bass Inc.,U.S.

Illustration: Charts: 5 B&W, 0 Color

Audience: Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 25.0mm

Width: 147.0mm

Height: 213.0mm

Weight: 386g

Pages: 240

About the Author

Patrick Lencioni is a New York Times best-selling business author of eight books including The Five Dysfunctions of a Team and The Three Signs of a Miserable Job. As president and founder of The Table Group, Pat has consulted to CEOs and leadership teams in organizations ranging from Fortune 500 companies and start-ups to churches and non-profits. In addition to his books, Pat and his work have been featured in publications like Harvard Business Review, The Wall Street Journal, Fortune, BusinessWeek, and USA Today. To learn more about Patrick Lencioni and his other books and services including his newsletter please visit www.tablegroup.com.

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