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Kevin Kruse

Kevin Kruse is a business author focused on leadership, productivity, emotional intelligence, and employee engagement. A New York Times bestselling writer, he is known for We, Employee Engagement 2.0, 15 Secrets Successful People Know About Time Management, and Great Leaders Have No Rules, which target managers and professionals.

传记与作者历程

Kevin Kruse built his public identity as an author out of a founder’s apprenticeship in risk and reversal. Educated at Rutgers University, he started his first company at 22 and pushed so hard that he lived in a one-room office and showered at the YMCA, only to shut the venture down a year later in debt. That early failure became the first major turning point in a career that later included the building and sale of several multimillion-dollar technology companies, along with Inc. 500 recognition and Best Place to Work honors. Kruse has described that transition as the result of discovering what he calls Wholehearted Leadership and Extreme Productivity, ideas that would become the backbone of both his management philosophy and his writing. ((https://kevinkruse.com/about-kevin-kruse/?utm_source=openai))

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名言

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Time is your most valuable and scarcest resource
-15 Secrets Successful People Know About Time Management
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Work from your calendar, not a to-do list
-15 Secrets Successful People Know About Time Management
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What if the ultimate time management secret isn’t about time at all?
-15 Secrets Successful People Know About Time Management
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Close your door, and open your calendar
-Great Leaders Have No Rules: The Contrarian Leader’s Workbook
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Every rule takes away the opportunity to make a decision, thus leading to disengagement. Replace rules with values as guardrails, conversations, and coaching
-Great Leaders Have No Rules: The Contrarian Leader’s Workbook
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A leader’s need to be liked can slow down decision making and impede constructive feedback. Team members don’t need another friend, they need a leader
-Great Leaders Have No Rules: The Contrarian Leader’s Workbook
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Leadership is influence. You influence with your words, but also your silence; your actions, and when you do nothing. You are either leading in a good direction or a bad direction
-Great Leaders Have No Rules: The Contrarian Leader’s Workbook
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You are responsible for the engagement of your team. Don’t look elsewhere
-Employee Engagement 2.0
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For too long leadership development has been approached as a one-and-done experience
-5 Leadership Development Trends for

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The Hidden Drivers of Human Behavior
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The Hidden Drivers of Human Behavior

Understanding the unseen psychological forces that dictate our actions is essential for effective leadership and communication. This plan is ideal for professionals, managers, and anyone looking to master social intelligence and group dynamics.

30 m3 章节
Psych, Leadership, Business & Memoirs
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Psych, Leadership, Business & Memoirs

This plan bridges the gap between psychological insights and practical business execution for aspiring executives and entrepreneurs. It is designed for those who want to lead with emotional intelligence while mastering the strategic frameworks necessary for sustainable growth.

5 h 52 m4 章节
Biz, Strategy, Productivity & Environment
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Biz, Strategy, Productivity & Environment

In today's fast-paced market, the intersection of strategic thinking and personal efficiency is the ultimate competitive edge. This plan is designed for aspiring leaders and entrepreneurs who want to master both the mechanics of business growth and the human systems that drive innovation.

5 h 29 m4 章节
Master Habits, Leadership & Productivity
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Master Habits, Leadership & Productivity

In an era of constant distraction, the ability to combine disciplined habits with high-level leadership is a rare competitive advantage. This plan is designed for aspiring leaders and high-performers who want to automate their success through systems and inspire others through emotional intelligence.

5 h 1 m4 章节
Productivity, Biographies & Tech Interests
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Productivity, Biographies & Tech Interests

In an era of rapid digital transformation, the intersection of human psychology, historical leadership, and cutting-edge technology is where true innovation happens. This plan is designed for ambitious professionals and entrepreneurs who want to optimize their performance by combining timeless wisdom with modern tech leverage.

6 h 3 m4 章节
Self-Improvement, Productivity & Leadership
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Self-Improvement, Productivity & Leadership

In an era of constant distraction, the ability to master one's habits and lead others effectively is a critical competitive advantage. This plan is designed for aspiring leaders and professionals looking to optimize their daily output and scale their influence through psychological shifts and systems thinking.

4 h 58 m4 章节
Mastering Self, Business & Human Knowledge
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Mastering Self, Business & Human Knowledge

In an era of information overload, understanding the psychological drivers of success is essential for any leader or professional. This plan is designed for individuals seeking to bridge the gap between behavioral science and practical business strategy to gain a competitive edge.

3 h4 章节
I'm curious about Self-Improvement, Mindfulness, Philosophy, Entrepreneurship, Business Strategy, Marketing, Productivity
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I'm curious about Self-Improvement, Mindfulness, Philosophy, Entrepreneurship, Business Strategy, Marketing, Productivity

This comprehensive guide bridges the gap between inner mental clarity and outer professional success. It is designed for aspiring entrepreneurs and leaders who want to build resilient businesses rooted in philosophical wisdom and strategic operational excellence.

5 h 11 m4 章节

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"Kevin Kruse has discovered gold"

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"Kevin Kruse has assembled some sound leadership advice that integrates humanity and humility into the leadership equation"

John Baldoni

"Kevin Kruse provides a bold and unapologetic roadmap for future leaders"

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"Kevin Kruse gives practical advice for leading in a world that will never be the same"

John C. Maxwell

"If you want to take your leadership to new levels, I highly recommend you start with Kevin Kruse’s new book, Great Leaders Have No Rules"

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"Instead, Kevin Kruse urges managers to throw out the rule book, get close to their team, and block out time for true collaboration"

Erica Dhawan

"Kevin Kruse shows us how to break free from daily distractions and negativity, so we can refocus on our mission"

Jon Gordon

"Loaded with practical wisdom, research, and great real-world examples, Kevin Kruse shows us how we can lead better"

Christine Porath

"Kevin Kruse does a masterful job in providing a unique blend of vibrant and sustainable leadership principles"

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