About the Author

Edward Whitacre is the former CEO of General Motors. He has a background in telecommunications, running AT&T, but came out of retirement to save GM.

Reviews

A CEO memoir worth reading. -- The Economist


Among CEOs, Ed is one-of-a-kind. Not only did he successfully run AT&T and fix GM, but he is also a classic Texan -- complete with a straight-speaking manner and common touch that truly sets him apart. Here is his uniquely American story. Everyone who starts this book will finish it. -- Roger Altman, Founder and Chairman, Evercore Partners; former Deputy Treasury Secretary


Ed is a strong leader with intelligence, a big heart, common sense and without fear. He is also an exceptional human being-always concerned about people. His mind is clear with a long-term vision and mission. --Carlos Slim Helú, Industrialist and Philanthropist



Very inspiring, down to earth leadership lessons and very consistent with our experience with Ed during his time at GM. He always respected our members and never blamed them for what he strongly viewed as poor management. --Bob King, UAW President

This straight-talking Texan and former CEO of two of America's best known corporations provides a candid, insider's view of how a committed business leader can make a difference. More importantly, his book offers a prescription for the kind of leadership that can turn America around and get the country moving again. --Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison