Multipliers: How the Best Leaders Make Everyone Smarter
Multipliers by Liz Wiseman, with Greg McKeown in the original edition, is a popular business leadership book that explores why some leaders bring out the best in their teams while others unintentionally limit the intelligence, creativity, and potential of the people around them. The book introduces the concept of Multipliers—leaders who encourage others to contribute their ideas, develop their abilities, and achieve more together. In contrast, Diminishers tend to restrict initiative and rely heavily on their own expertise. <Cite refs={["turn385600search2","turn385600search3"]}/>
Drawing on leadership research and practical workplace examples, Wiseman explores five disciplines of multiplier leadership: attracting and developing talent, creating an environment where people can contribute fully, challenging teams with meaningful opportunities, encouraging constructive debate, and investing in the success of others. The book offers useful insights for managers, entrepreneurs, business owners, and professionals who want to improve team performance, strengthen workplace relationships, and develop a culture where people feel empowered to think independently and solve problems. <Cite refs={["turn385600search2","turn385600search6"]}/>
Key Topics
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Leadership and management
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Team performance and productivity
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Employee development
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Talent management
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Workplace intelligence and creativity
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Delegation and accountability
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Decision-making and constructive debate
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Organizational culture
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Leadership communication
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Building high-performing teams
Why Read This Book?
Multipliers is a valuable resource for leaders who want to improve their effectiveness without micromanaging every task. It encourages readers to recognize the abilities of others, create opportunities for growth, and build teams that can solve problems with greater independence.
Whether you lead a company, manage employees, run a small business, or are developing your professional skills, the book offers a practical framework for becoming a more empowering and effective leader. <Cite refs={["turn385600search2","turn385600search8"]}/>
About the Author
Liz Wiseman is a leadership researcher, executive advisor, and author who studies how leaders develop talent and improve organizational performance. She is the founder of the Wiseman Group and a former executive at Oracle, where she served as Vice President of Oracle University. Her other books include The Multiplier Effect and Rookie Smarts. <Cite refs={["turn385600search2","turn385600search13"]}/>
Product Details
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Book Title: Multipliers: How the Best Leaders Make Everyone Smarter
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Author: Liz Wiseman
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Original Edition Co-Author: Greg McKeown
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Language: English
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Format: English Paperback
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Genre: Business / Leadership / Management / Personal Development
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Publisher: HarperBusiness
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Paperback ISBN-13: 9780062312693
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Edition: Edition details may vary
The supplied ISBN corresponds to a paperback edition listed under the title Multipliers. The revised and updated edition has a different ISBN, so confirm the physical copy before entering edition-specific publication and page details. <Cite refs={["turn385600search1","turn385600search6"]}/>
