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The entire book revolves around the persona of Attila the Hun as a model for leadership and governance. The author presents Attila in the most positive light possible to put him forth as a figure one can emulate and imitate in their own leadership roles. As he states in the preface: “Attila's robust life and controversial image as a determined, tough, rugged and intriguing leader… provides a compelling opportunity for relating leadership fundamentals to a new generation of leaders” (iii).
One of the first insights given is that proper leadership qualities require patience and intentionality: “There is no quick way to develop leaders” (16). While many might jump at the chance to develop the correct qualities in a way that seems to bypass a more traditional maturation—countless schemes are based upon a kind of “get rich quick” method—the reader is reminded that virtues and strengths are most solidly built on a firm foundation of repeated, habitual progress that can be ingrained solidly only over a long period of time.
Respect is another key ingredient for those in leadership positions. The caricature of a thoughtless and callous leader whose desire is for power alone is one that can be disregarded.
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