A Leader's Gift

“Barry tells us about the importance of encouragement and describes what it means to care for those we lead. A powerful and positive message about how to earn the right to be followed.”
—Linda Fisher Thornton, CEO, Leading in Context, and author of 7 Lenses: Learning the Principles and Practices of Ethical Leadership

“I first met Barry at a National Speaker’s Association conference and was immediately struck by his interest, encouragement, and caring for everyone he met. Later I learned of his amazing Leadership skills based on Giving rather than Getting, Influence rather than Authority, and Putting People First. He truly models the simple but life-changing principles in this pow- erful book. His honesty, transparency, and use of real life stories will touch your mind, heart, and spirit, and you will be transformed to become a better leader, parent, and friend. Both Barry and “The Leader’s Gift” are truly gifts to our world!”

—Barbara A. Glanz, CSP, CPAE, author of 180 Ways to Spread Contagious Enthu- siasm and Handle with CARE: Motivating and Retaining Employees

“Barry’s five simple steps reinforce the truth behind leadership: successful leaders give more than they take. A Leader’s Gift can help you fundamen- tally change your leadership style to get the best out of your business, your employees, and yourself.”

—Melinda F. Emerson, SmallBizLady, and bestselling author of Become Your Own Boss in 12 Months

“Easy-to-read, practical advice that helps you evaluate your leadership style and challenges you to do better by your company, your colleagues, and yourself.”
—Lesley Hanak, Vice President for Human Resources, Savannah College of

Art and Design

“This book is an easy but important read about leadership learned through vicariously living and being.”
—Richard Schubert, former President, American Red Cross

“The principles of great leadership resonate no matter how many people you lead. Barry can help you empower your employees and earn their respect and loyalty, whether you lead five or five hundred.”
—Connie Dieken, bestselling author of Become the Real Deal

and Talk Less, Say More

“Barry Banther courageously opens his heart and bares all so that we can become better leaders. Full of honest disclosure and lessons learned from a lifetime of leadership, A Leader’s Gift is a treasure not to be missed. To provide outstanding service to customers, you must first provide that same service to your people. This book is full of immediately implementable ideas; not about parties, recognition pins, and plaques but the real behavior change needed to become a leader others will follow. Reading this book was a pres- ent I gave myself. It’s one I encourage you to give yourself too.”

—Donna Cutting, author of The Celebrity Experience: Insider Secrets to Delivering Red-Carpet Customer Service

“A Leader’s Gift forces self-reflection that is valuable no matter how many years you have been leading. Barry makes you answer the tough questions about yourself and how you lead. A must read for any leader!”

—Coley Herrin, President, PDI

“The correct words given will change a person’s life. A Leader’s Gift has the correct words on every page.”
—Mark Jones, President, Air Ambulance Worldwide, Inc.

“A Leader’s Gift is an incredible gift to all who want to lead well at work and at home. For 25 years, Barry Banther has generously poured the five transforma- tional gifts of a lasting leader into my life, and the lives of countless others.”

—Mark Merrill, President of Family First, and author of All Pro Dad

“A Leader’s Gift gives smart advice about being a leader that makes a differ- ence. Barry makes you feel like you’re getting coached by a friend, not an advisor.”

—Peter van Stralen, CEO, Sunshine BrandsTM, The Grounds Guys®, and The Sprinkler Guys®, and author of C.A.R.E. Leadership

“Barry shows that the bottom line isn’t made up of numbers; it’s made up of human potential. A Leader’s Gift offers five actionable steps to help first-time leaders and C-suite executives tap that potential and get the best out of their employees. Implementing these simple changes every day will make a world of difference!”

—Laura Stack, past President, National Speakers Association, and author of Execution IS the Strategy

“Barry shows you how to balance management and leadership, maintaining authority while gaining respect.”
—LeAnn Thieman author of Balance Life in Your ‘War Zones’ and 12 Chicken Soup for the Soul titles

“A refreshing, humble approach to leadership. By emphasizing empowerment instead of control, A Leader’s Gift stands out from the shelves of leadership books.”

—Dr. Marta Wilson, CEO, Transformation Systems, Inc., author of Leaders in Motion and Energized Enterprise

“Barry Banther had the traditional (masculine) form of leadership nailed. He transformed his leadership to include ways of being—openness, honoring others, listening, and connecting—that are more feminine in nature. His five qualities help us all become the more whole and effective leaders needed today.” —Caroline Turner, author of Difference Works: Improving Retention, Productivity and Profitability through Inclusion