Today's world requires men and women who can lead from their vision, their passion, and their deepest sense of purpose. These new leaders respect the preciousness of life. They know how to call forth the resourcefulness and creativity of those they lead. They hold a deep belief in their own capacity to change their world for the better. In The Stake, a step-by-step account of how these leaders are created, the founder of an international leadership training program has teamed up with an award-winning mystery writer. The result is a compelling, readable book about the development of authentic, responsible leaders.

The Stake shows us that each of us is a leader and guides us on a journey of discovering and developing that leader inside us all. This is an important book, placing the responsibility for leadership in the hands of everyone rather than just a select few. A must-read for anyone who is committed to personal and professional transformation.
—Kevin Cashman, Bestselling Author, Leadership from the Inside Out and The Pause Principle; Senior Partner-CEO and Executive Development, Korn/Ferry International

In these times of global crisis and opportunity, we need leaders who will stand firmly in their purpose and values, who know how to create intimate and resilient relationships with others, and most importantly who recognize that leadership has nothing to do with control or domination. This brilliant book takes us on a journey of discovering how to do just that. Populated with inspiring stories and potent examples, authors Henry Kimsey-House and David Skibbons take the reader through a process of discovery with a group of people who are uncovering their own leadership abilities and learning the power of taking a stand. I heartily recommend this fascinating and powerful book to everyone everywhere. Its message is critical and a vital contribution to our time.”
—Lynne Twist, Author, The Soul of Money; Founder, Soul of Money Institute; and Cofounder, The Pachamama Alliance