10 Leadership Lessons From General George Patton
I recently had some time on my hands and got to watch one of my favorite movies, Patton. It's the story of 4 star General George Patton and his exploits during World War 2. Written by Francis Ford Coppola and Edmund H. North, it's based on the biography, Patton: Ordeal and Triumph by Ladislas Farago and Omar Bradley's memoir A Soldier's Story. If you know anything about Patton, you know that he was a great leader. He had many faults that got him into trouble frequently, but no one can argue with his numerous victories including his most heroic at the Battle of the Bulge . So here are 10 things we can learn from General Patton. Honor your men . Patton was quick to give out recognition and even medals for valor. He made it clear frequently his appreciation for their sacrifice and heroism. Keep an eye the big picture . Leaders can see all the moving parts and how they fit together. However, many leaders make the mistak...