Leadership not by the Book
Leadership Not By The Book

David Green, Founder and CEO of Hobby Lobby, Shares 12 Unconventional Principles to Drive Incredible Results

Whether you lead a business or a nonprofit, a small business or a multinational corporation, a start-up or a department, this book will show you how breaking the conventional “rules” of business may be the best decision you ever make. This transformational book is for leaders and those that work for them or aspire to become one.

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12 UNCONVENTIONAL PRINCIPLES TO DRIVE INCREDIBLE RESULTS

David Green shares 12 unconventional practices that drive the phenomenal success of Hobby Lobby. These core principles can open doors to greater success in business, in life, and will raise up and encourage the next generation of leaders.

  • In 1970, David and Barbara Green took out a $600 loan to begin making miniature picture frames out of their home.
  • Today, Hobby Lobby has almost 1,000 locations and $8 billion in annual sales.
  • The company is privately held, debt-free, and gives 50% of its profits to fund charitable initiatives all over the world.
  • See how David has applied Biblical principles and prioritized faith, family, and care for his 50,000 employees.

Whether you lead a business or a nonprofit, a small business or a multinational corporation, a start-up or a department, this book will show you how breaking the conventional “rules” of business may be the best decision you ever make.

Leadership Not by the Book

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Meet The Authors

David Green

David Green

Borrowed $600 in 1970 to start making picture frames in his garage. He is now CEO of Hobby Lobby, which employs 50,000 people at 980 stores in 48 states and grosses $8 billion a year. The coauthor of Giving It All Away, Green received the World Changer award in 2013 and is a past recipient of the Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award. David and his wife, Barbara, are the proud parents of three, grandparents of ten, and great grandparents of seventeen (and counting). They live in Oklahoma City.

Bill High

Bill High

Bill High serves as the Founder and Chief Executive Officer for Vyne Legacy where he leads curriculum development and strategy for training future generations. Bill also serves as the Executive Chairman & Founder of The Signatry: A Global Christian Foundation. His mission is to empower families in building multi-generational legacies of generosity. Bill practiced law for 12 years prior to The Signatry’s launch in 2000. A forward-thinking entrepreneur, Bill also founded iDonate, an integrated online donation platform serving the nonprofit community.

Bill is an author and a sought-after conference speaker on topics relating to family legacy, philanthropy, and the transforming power of biblical generosity. He was named one of the Top 25 Philanthropy Speakers in the U.S. by Philanthropy Media.

Bill has been married to his wife Brooke for more than 30 years. They have four children, two sons-in-law, and three grandchildren. Learn more about Bill at BillHigh.com

What People Have To Say

Who is 'Leadership Not by the book' for?
Leaders

Do you want to have a lasting impact on your business, your community, and work/life balance with your family? Are you looking to unleash your untapped leadership potential? Leadership Not by the Book challenges you with twelve leadership principles not typically taught in business school. Learn what it takes to be a next-generation leader and gain new insight to navigate your career path, family relationships, and future legacy.

Those who work with leaders
Those who work with leaders

Do you want to learn how to utilize your passion, your voice, and your natural talents to best support your manager and team? Do you see yourself as an integral part of your company? Leadership Not by the Book reveals how to work your way up from the ground floor of business through management and beyond. Find your niche, lean into your gifts, and support those in leadership while learning who you are and all you have to offer in a fresh, new way.

Retirees
Retirees

In this new season of life, are you looking to invest your time, money, and talent in a new way? Are you excited by the prospect of building out a lasting legacy that continues to grow and flourish in your golden years? Leadership Not by the Book will inspire you, challenging you to re-examine your vital role and purpose within your family, your church, and your community.

Entrepreneurs
Entrepreneurs

Are you a visionary? Does launching your own business and charting your own course excite you? Step into your future. David Green and Bill High have been there done that. Their wisdom, humility, and personal stories will shed light on your own journey of launching your business. Leadership Not by the Book is a blueprint for those who create, build, innovate, and influence.

Executives & Managers
Executives & Managers

Do you want a better line of communication with your team members? Are you wondering how to lead and care for your team in ways that encourage company growth while stimulating individual learning? In Leadership Not by the Book, discover how to knit together a community of co-workers who care about each other, synergize as a team, and enthusiastically support the company’s vision.

Moms and Dads
Moms and Dads

Are you wondering what the difference is between an inheritance and a legacy? Are you thinking long-term when it comes to investing in your family, your marriage, and your future? You will want to reprioritize your life after reading Leadership Not by the Book. David and Bill will inspire you to look at your work/life balance through a “God First” lens: God first…family next…and career last.

Aspiring Leaders
Aspiring Leaders

Do you dream about leading a powerful team and transforming business as we know it? Do you have a passion for change and seeing others succeed? Leadership Not by the Book reveals the heart of leadership—helping you become the leader you long to be by using your gifts to help others, giving of your resources, engaging in creative problem-solving, and committing to relationship investment.

College Students
College Students

Are you ready to begin the adventure of a lifetime? Do you dream about a future where you use your unique talents and operate in your giftedness? David Green found his “one thing” – his passion for merchandising – as a teenager. It led him on a journey of discovery. Leadership Not by the Book drills down with lessons of leadership, generosity, and relationship building. Begin your own journey of discovery!

Anyone
Everyone

Are you looking to impact the world around you? Do you want to thrive in your work life and home life? Do you want to lead a life of passion and generosity? Then Leadership Not by the Book is for you! David Green shares his wisdom, life experience, and unique insights about living a life of purpose and generosity. You will be challenged and inspired to do the same!

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