Leadership by the Good Book - by David L Steward (Hardcover)

About the Book

"Successful entrepreneur David Steward provides readers with Bible-based guidance on how best to serve, lead, and take your business or ministry to the next level"--

Book Synopsis

Leadership by the Good Book will inspire, empower, and equip men and women to lead their businesses, their teams, their ministries, and even their families to greater heights and to have an eternal impact.
For David L. Steward, founder and chairman of World Wide Technology, his philosophy for building a successful business is simple and founded on a Biblical principle: "For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve" (Mark 10:45 NIV). As a business leader, he says, the first priority is to serve employees.
Together with Brandon K. Mann, these two leaders distill their wisdom in this field guide for leaders who want to bring respect, integrity, honesty, and trust to the workplace. Steward and Mann draw from personal experiences as well as share insights and examples of how God's Word has informed and influenced their leadership. Each chapter ends with a section titled Your Leadership Flywheel: Learn, Live, Lead, Legacy, which includes self-reflection questions, application of biblical principles, as well as a prayer.

Review Quotes

"As a lifelong educator, I have found that the higher education mission is balanced by morals and ethics of individuals. Leadership by the Good Book is an extraordinary read, authored by an extraordinary man. David Steward is truly God's servant, whose life exemplifies one of humility. This book serves as a spirit-led guide to finding one's potential and purpose. Through faith and by following godly principles you, too, will be inspired to become a servant leader." --Dr. Henry Givens Jr. President Emeritus, Harris-Stowe State University

"All you have to do is see the table of contents, which presents you with a reality many do not think is possible: How you can lead a life of meaning and service to others, and be as successful as David Steward? The secret he reveals is so powerful-meaning and service to others is success . . . and it produces results. Thanks for this gift, David."--Dr. Henry Cloud Psychologist, Author, and Leadership Consultant

"David Steward is an incredible leader who has helped to shape the future for so many people not just in the technology sector but across life. His vision for WWT and, more importantly, his passion of helping others have been an inspiration for me personally. We are all so fortunate to have such an incredible human being who has done so well in life now working even harder to help others achieve a level of personal and professional success."--John W. Thompson Venture Partner, Lightspeed Venture, and Chair of the Board, Microsoft Corporation

"In Leadership by the Good Book, David Steward has written a profound, timely, and timeless book. The wisdom within its pages demonstrates the power of God and David's willingness to be used by God. The knowledge shared will accelerate you toward greater integrity, improve your excellence at work an home, and fortify your faith. This book is a must-read for anyone looking to go to the next level as a leader, professionally and personally."--DeVon Franklin Hollywood Producer and New York Times Best-Selling Author

"Through a collection of stories, David Steward captures the essential elements of what it takes to successfully lead people. Serve, love, risk, invest, trust, and so much more beautifully form a leadership template that you'll immediately want to replicate. But not so fast-let this book minister to you as God, through David, not only refines your leadership style but reconnects you with Him, the ultimate business advisor. Leadership by the Good Book has changed my life."--Cynt Marshall CEO, Dallas Mavericks

About the Author

David L. Steward is the chairman and founder of World Wide Technology (WWT), a market-leading systems integrator and supply chain solutions provider with revenue of more than $12 billion. Since 2014, WWT has been ranked annually by Fortune magazine as one of the Top 100 Places to Work in America. A graduate of Central Missouri State, Steward worked for FedEx, where he was named Salesman of the Year prior to launching WWT. He is a member of the Horatio Alger Association of Distinguished Americans and serves on numerous boards for civic, social, and philanthropic organizations. In 2016, he and Brandon Mann founded Kingdom Capital, a values-driven private investment and philanthropic firm that seeks to transform the world through a virtuous cycle of capital. He lives in St. Louis, MO.
Brandon K. Mann is the Managing Partner and CEO of Kingdom Capital, a values-driven private investment and philanthropic firm that seeks to transform the world through a virtuous cycle of capital. He is also the founder of Biblical Business Training (BBT), which provides Biblical leadership development and curriculum to small-group Bible study leaders, helping them grow in their relationship with Jesus Christ and equipping them to pour into the lives of others. After graduating at the top of his MBA class at the University of Missouri, Mann became the youngest partner of Colliers Turley Martin Tucker (now part of Cushman & Wakefield). He has served as a church elder as well as an advisor to numerous companies, ministries, non-profits, and individuals.