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Overview

You Can't Predict a Hero

From War to Wall Street, Leading in Times of Crisis

Joseph J. Grano, Jr. with Mark Levine

Foreword by Lee Iacocca

"Joe Grano is one of America's great business leaders. There's no one better at leading in a time of crisis."
—Lee Iacocca

"I have read many books on 'leadership.' Joe Grano's You Can't Predict a Hero is, quite simply, the best by far. This is a terrific book, for the story it tells, for the lessons it teaches, and for the solutions it offers. I recommend it highly."
—George Pataki, former governor of New York

"Whatever the challenge—the market crash of '87, the LTCM (Long-Term Capital Management) crisis, 9/11—Joe Grano is a natural-born leader and he takes charge."
—Richard Grasso, former chairman of the New York Stock Exchange

"The first time we didn't listen to Joe's advice was the last time we didn't listen to Joe's advice. Joe Grano is a believer, a patriot, and above all, a great friend."
—Frankie Valli and Bob Gaudio

"Joe Grano's leadership skills were proven in Vietnam. He was simply the best. He's a recognized warrior, not only in combat but in the boardroom as well. Joe is a true Special Forces soldier."
—Lewis C. Merletti, director (retired), United States Secret Service, 5th Special Forces Group Vietnam 1969–1970

Editorial Reviews

Library Journal
Similar in tone to Tim Russert's Big Russ & Me, this is less a business memoir than a discussion of how a successful man has applied character teachings from childhood to his adult life. In it, Grano tracks his rise from his humble origins and lack of a formal education to his decorated military career, legendary Wall Street tenure, and educational and philanthropic endeavors. Grano's candor will appeal to veterans with combat experience as well as to anyone involved in investment banking, especially alumni of Merrill Lynch or UBS PaineWebber. Well written and narrated; recommended to all listeners. [Includes a bonus interview with the author.—Ed.]—Gail Preslar, Eastman Chemical Co. Business Lib., Kingsport, TN

Product Details

  • ISBN-13: 9780470411674
  • Publisher: Wiley, John & Sons, Incorporated
  • Publication date: 9/15/2009
  • Edition number: 1
  • Pages: 240
  • Sales rank: 472,951
  • Product dimensions: 6.00 (w) x 9.10 (h) x 1.10 (d)

Meet the Author

Joseph J. Grano, Jr. is chairman and CEO of Centurion Holdings LLC, a company that advises private and public companies. From 2001–2004, Grano was chairman of UBS Financial Services, Inc. (formerly UBS PaineWebber). Having joined the company in 1988, Grano is credited for turning PaineWebber around and shepherding its merger with Swiss banking giant UBS. Grano began his career as a stock broker at Merrill Lynch, where he rose to various senior management positions over sixteen years. He was also chairman of the Board of Governors of the NASD. A decorated war hero, Grano was chosen by the White House to be chairman of the President’s Homeland Security Advisory Council after 9/11, a position he held from 2002–2005. The recipient of countless awards for leadership, civic contributions, as well as honorary degrees, he is involved in a wide range of educational and philanthropic endeavors. Mark Levine has written and collaborated on more than thirty books, including the best-sellers Second Acts, Die Broke, and Lifescripts, as well as hundreds of magazine articles. He lives in Ithaca, New York.

Table of Contents

Foreword (Lee Iacocca).

Preface.

1 Leaders: Are They Born or Made?

2 Problems Require Solutions.

3 Be the Eternal Optimist.

4 Reconcile Yourself to Selfishness.

5 You Can't Predict a Hero.

6 The Truth Is Never Wrong.

7 Humanity Is More Important Than Hierarchy.

8 September 11, 2001.

9 Can a Leader Prosper Without a Mistress?

10 Queen for a Day.

Epilogue: Reach, Lift, and Embrace.

About the Authors.

Acknowledgments.

Index.

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