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One of Bloomberg's 10 best books on leadership for 2018!<br><br>&quot;I do believe that the issue of fear is personal and that is why it is buried in the workplace. <i>Taming Your Crocodiles</i> is groundbreaking not only because of its structured methodology, but also for its courage in calling out the issue itself. I am deeply impacted by <i>Taming Your Crocodiles</i>. I can speak personally and freely on this topic because this work has liberated me to lead more fearlessly at Microsoft and beyond.&quot; — Toni Townes-Whitley, Corporate Vice President, Microsoft Worldwide Public Sector and Industry<br><br>What does it take to become a great leader? True leadership means freeing yourself from false, mostly borrowed constraints, charting a purpose-filled path based on values that reflect who you really are, and inspiring others to do the same. Before becoming a coach to CEOs and other leaders worldwide, Hylke Faber had his own transformational journey, stepping back from a high-stress career as a strategy consultant in New York City and almost becoming a monk in order to discover a more holistic approach to life. This book distills his experience into a guide that will help you grow into the leader you really are by transforming your &quot;crocodilian&quot; fear-based conditioning into &quot;owls&quot; — mindsets and behaviors that reflect your true essence.<br>In this bold, comprehensive book, Hylke offers practical advice for coaching yourself and others, both one-on-one and one-to-many, influencing the people around you to evolve their mindsets and behaviors to a more authentic place. Every chapter includes tools Hylke has successfully used in his work that you can apply to become a more truthful leader, both at work and at home.<br>With <i>Taming Your Crocodiles</i>, you can learn how to let go of fear, unlock your potential for growth, and foster a supportive environment for your team, in which presence, learning, contribution, and excellence merge. <br><br>&qu