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"Brian Souza is an author after my own heart. Not only is The Old Pro a great story, but Brian also knows that, as a leader, you are nothing without your people. I highly recommend you read this engaging story and let it inspire you to become a better leader."
– Ken Blanchard, coauthor of The One Minute Manager® and Lead with LUV
"Management folklore has a new hero, Coach—a colorful and crusty veteran with tons to teach eager high-achievers. Brian Souza artfully brings Coach to life in The Old Pro, a book grounded solidly in rigorous research and practical experience, and written in a highly memorable and inviting style. The fictional world of The Old Pro is packed with real-world dilemmas, timeless lessons, and unforgettable turns-of-phrase. It’s a highly enjoyable read, and one you’ll find yourself returning to it often. The Old Pro is a winner."
– Jim Kouzes, coauthor of The Leadership Challenge
Dean's Executive Fellow of Leadership, Leavey School of Business, Santa Clara University
Dean's Executive Fellow of Leadership, Leavey School of Business, Santa Clara University
"Brian Souza's new book The Old Pro is destined to become a classic in the world of business leadership and the pursuit of maximizing human potential. It is a inviting, enchanting and awe inspiring parable. I highly recommend Brian's new masterpiece."
– Michael Lardon M.D., Author of Finding Your Zone: Ten core lessons for achieving peak performance in life and sports
"Prepare to be entertained, inspired, and educated on what it really takes to begin the transformational journey from acting like a manager to becoming a leader. If you want to get the most out of your organization, your team, or even yourself, The Old Pro is an absolute must read."
– Richard J. Bakosh, Global Managing Director, Accenture
"The Old Pro is a great read and will become the definitive guide for aspiring leaders. If you want to take your team’s performance to the next level, read this book."
– Mark Silverman, President, The Big Ten Network
"I thoroughly enjoyed reading The Old Pro and highly recommend it. Brian Souza is a wonderful storyteller with a powerful message. The ideas presented in this book are the foundation of long-term success and should be required reading for all managers and aspiring leaders."
– John Daut, Senior Vice President of Sales, NetJets
"If you want to learn what it takes to lead and succeed in today's highly competitive corporate environment, read The Old Pro. While it's an engaging story that makes it a quick read, the leadership message is timeless!"
– Rick Jackson, Chief Marketing Officer, VMware, Inc.
"The Old Pro cleverly teaches one of the essential truths of leadership — that it is no longer about you! This book offers frontline manages a way to accelerate their journey while offering experienced leaders a nostalgic reminder of the day they learned this truth and the inspiration to take their game to the next level."
– Liz Wiseman, Author, Multipliers: How the Best Leaders Make Everyone Smart
"The Old Pro is a powerful book with an important message for all managers. In addition to a great story, in this book Brian Souza also presents a wonderful framework that will teach managers how to have a weekly coaching conversation with their team. I highly recommend it!"
– Verne Harnish, CEO Gazelles and Founder Entrepreneurs' Organization (EO)
"The Old Pro is full of warm, wonderful wisdom with timeless lessons for leadership and personal success."
– Brian Tracy, Author, How the Best Leaders Lead