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The Art of Possibility: Transforming Professional and Personal Life
by Rosamund Stone Zander, Benjamin Zander
from Penguin (Non-Classics)
Customer Reviews:
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Avg. Customer Rating: 4.5 / 5.0 
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Simple, reasonable lessons for life 
The book could definitely be categorized in the "self-help book" field, but it is more creative and the examples are excellent. If you decide to get this book, and do not know who the authors are, make sure you check out a video on Youtube. Ben Zander follows the rules of the book and you can see it in his energetic, child-like attitude. Some of the rules may not seem as relevant as others, but your sure to find something you can improve on. This book is great for leadership programs and really helps you to... more info
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In my top ten of favorite books 
I read a lot. I average 2-4 non-fiction books a month. Zander's book - The Art of Possibility - is in my top ten list. I read it one or two times every year. It doesn't get old.
I was very fortunate to be part of a conference a few years ago where Dr. Zander spoke for two hours. It was the single-most powerful presentation I've ever seen. He takes that same energy and passion and weaves it into this book.
The basic concepts or themes behind each chapter are simple, poignant and memorable.
The... more info
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Possible possibilities 
This book came to me from my employer with a suggestion that it might do what the subtitle suggests. I found it full of feel-good ideas of limited applicability to real-world living, combined with the kind of smug superiority that only comes with the unself-conscious noblesse oblige of those who are born to expect that they really are better than the rest of us.
Now, truth be told, after seeing Mr. Zander speak in person (at an event hosted by my employer, again!), he was a very dynamic and captivating... more info
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The Possibility in Others makes for a Great Product
I ordered this book recently because I wanted to give a copy to some folks, specifically in a church context, that I thought would appreciate the leadership approach presented by the Zanders. I am enthusiastic about what the book has to say since hearing Ben in a lecture presentation a few years ago. What stuck with me was the excitement of his method of engaging his audience. I heard as the primary message that a good leader focuses on encouraging the best from his staff. In his case, of course, the staff... more info
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