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It's Not About the Coffee: Leadership Principles from a Life at Starbucks
by Howard Behar
from Portfolio Hardcover
Customer Reviews:
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Avg. Customer Rating: 4.0 / 5.0 
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Interesting perspective
There are some great messages in this book that really make you think differently. It's so NOT your typical business book.
However, I doubt Starbucks is as lovey dovey as he describes! I think the baristas are so cheery because they are caffeinated!
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Attempting to live leadership idealism 
As a leadership author and teacher, I recommend Behar's work for its challenge to live the idealism of leadership. While Starbucks is less than perfect as an organization [just witness their recent court battles], Behar outlines how he tried to inspire leadership in all ranks of the company. The chapters on mission, personal development, and the complexity of collaboration are important areas for those desiring to become effective in their leadership roles. Too many organizations live subpar--in the "real"... more info
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Good weekend read.
The book focuses on human relations and its a good read. Do not expect a managment book, in the strict sence of the word. I have read Peter Druker, a mastermind, and other management books. This book focuses on the human side and I do recommend it. It is candid and I liked that. Why 4 and not 5 stars? I would have liked more data specific or thourough experiences. The ones included are good but no enough for a 5 star. Thank you Howard.
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Silly 
Silly book! The title says "IT'S NOT ABOUT THE COFFE" when you open the book, the first page will tell you exactly the opposite! Another PR for Starbucks.
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